Pontlands Park Hotel - Chelmsford
51.709108, 0.508563Overview
3-star Victorian country hotel in Chelmsford with access to an extensive leisure centre and spa
Accommodation & Grounds
Pontlands Park Hotel Chelmsford offers 35 bedrooms with modern amenities, set within landscaped gardens and grounds built in 1879. The hotel's Victorian architecture and reflective glass windows provide privacy and natural light. A pond and gazebo in the grounds offer outdoor relaxation.
Dining
The on-site restaurant serves homemade seasonal dishes using local ingredients. Afternoon tea with homemade cakes is available seven days a week in the drawing room. Drakes offers a more casual dining experience with wood-fired pizzas and burgers.
Leisure & Spa
Guests can use the neighbouring Reflections Leisure Centre, which includes two swimming pools (heated indoor and outdoor), a sauna, steam room, hot tub/jacuzzi, and fitness centre. Admission times for children are restricted. The hotel also has a spa lounge and relaxation area.
Business & Events
The hotel has fully air-conditioned conference rooms that can accommodate up to 120 guests. Pontlands Park is a licensed venue for civil ceremonies and weddings, with private dining rooms available. The hotel has hosted wedding receptions and private celebrations.
Location & Transport
Pontlands Park Hotel is located in the Essex countryside, 15 minutes drive from the M25 and 30 minutes from Stansted Airport. Chelmsford train station is nearby, with trains reaching London Liverpool Street in 35 minutes. The hotel offers free parking and electric vehicle charging stations.
- Accommodation: 35 bedrooms in a Victorian country house
- Dining: On-site restaurant with seasonal dishes & afternoon tea
- Leisure: Access to Reflections Leisure Centre with two pools and spa
- Business: Conference rooms for up to 120 guests
- Weddings: Licensed venue with private dining and grounds
- Location: 35 minutes by train to London Liverpool Street
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed1 Double bed2 Single beds
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed1 Double bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Locker room
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Fitness centre
Outdoor swimming pool
Indoor swimming pool
Jacuzzi
Steam room
Spa lounge
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Golf course
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa lounge
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Pontlands Park Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 150 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 4.0 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 27.5 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | London Southend, SEN |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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