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A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with boats.

A hallway with a table and lamp, a door, and a fire extinguisher.

A wooden door with a sign indicating room number 5 at The Victory Inn.

A hallway with a carpeted floor, wooden doors, and framed pictures on the walls.

1. The Victory at Mersea

0.8 km from Mersea Island Museum

Aubrey

฿3,666

฿4,400 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A room with exposed brick walls, a wooden door, a light-colored armchair, and a carpeted floor.

A bedroom with a wooden wardrobe, a television on a small table, and a bed with a floral bedspread.

A two-story house with a tiled roof, a front door, and a garage.

A house with a brick patio, a small table with chairs, and a potted plant.

2. Woodview Bed & Breakfast

9.8 km from Mersea Island Museum

Andy

฿3,148

฿3,778 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A restaurant with a high ceiling, pendant lighting, and a central orchid display.

A two-story house with a bay window and a front porch.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a door.

A room with a wooden desk, a wall-mounted mirror, and a lamp.

3. The Oyster Smack Inn

17.6 km from Mersea Island Museum

kerry

฿3,833

฿4,600 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A narrow cobblestone street with buildings on either side, string lights overhead, and a sign indicating a hotel reception.

A traditional inn with exposed wooden beams, a fireplace, and a variety of antique furniture.

A narrow cobblestone street lined with traditional half-timbered buildings, some with outdoor seating and potted plants.

A meal with a sandwich, salad, and a glass of beer on a table in a restaurant with wooden furniture and a large window.

4. The Blue Boar - Maldon

16.9 km from Mersea Island Museum

John

฿4,444

฿5,333 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A covered outdoor seating area with a table, cushions, and a statue.

A cozy indoor setting with multiple seating areas, a bar, and a decorated Christmas tree.

A narrow waterway with dense greenery on both sides, a statue in the foreground, and a small boat with a roof.

A formal dining area with tables set for a meal, featuring white tablecloths, gold cutlery, and green foliage decorations.

5. Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

16.1 km from Mersea Island Museum

David

฿4,222

฿5,066 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A dining area with wooden flooring, white walls, and a brick accent wall. There are two dining tables with chairs, each table has a white tablecloth and a small decorative item on the table.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a table, and a wardrobe.

A two-story building with a sign reading 'Aldea Guesthouse.'

A beach with a pier extending into the sea, a few people walking, and a clear sky.

6. Adelaide Guesthouse

16.6 km from Mersea Island Museum

Steve

฿3,074

฿3,689 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio area with multiple round tables and wicker chairs, surrounded by buildings with traditional architecture.

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden furniture, and a large wall clock.

A plate with toast topped with guacamole, diced tomatoes, onions, and a poached egg garnished with chives.

A pier with boats docked, a clear sky, and a building with a sign.

7. Jolly Sailor- Fish on the Quay

16.2 km from Mersea Island Museum

Dawn

฿2,533

฿3,040 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

A multi-story building with a beige facade, a covered entrance, and a paved walkway leading to the entrance.

A building with a sign reading "The Smugglers Cove" and outdoor wooden picnic tables.

A bar area with wooden paneling, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a variety of bottles and alcohol displayed on shelves.

8. The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

16.7 km from Mersea Island Museum

Caroline

฿1,921

฿2,305 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A coastal beach scene with a clear walkway leading to the shore, a pier in the distance, and a few boats on the water.

A cozy living room with two patterned sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A spacious hotel lobby with a central seating area, a large window offering a view, and a green wall with a vertical garden.

A gazebo with a white frame and a glass dome structure with a wooden door.

9. Kingscliff Hotel

18.9 km from Mersea Island Museum

Karen

฿3,109

฿3,731 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A restaurant with a bar area, round tables, and chairs.

A brick building with a central staircase, a covered outdoor seating area, and a tree-lined pathway.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and a large umbrella.

A bartender preparing drinks at a bar with a variety of bottles in the background.

10. GreyFriars

12.8 km from Mersea Island Museum

Naomi

฿5,166

฿6,200 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, leading to a dining area with a table and chairs.

A spacious dining area with round tables and red chairs, featuring a mix of natural and artificial lighting, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A hotel room with a brick fireplace, two beds, a desk with a chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

A restaurant with a brick wall, a large clock, and a glass ceiling. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

11. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

12.9 km from Mersea Island Museum

Rachel

฿2,473

฿3,057 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A traditional pub named 'The CHUDLEIGH' with a white facade, arched windows, and hanging flower baskets.

A cozy living room with a patterned carpet, a sofa set, armchairs, and a small round table.

A dining area with round tables set for four, each with white tablecloths, chairs, and centerpieces.

A traditional pub with a sign reading "The Chudleigh." It features a brick facade, white-framed windows, and a balcony with hanging flower baskets.

12. Chudleigh Hotel

16.6 km from Mersea Island Museum

Craig

฿3,518

฿4,222 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a window.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a white console table with a lamp, a staircase, and a window with a view.

A staircase with wooden railings, carpeted steps, a dining table with chairs, and a white door in a room with wooden flooring.

A room with a television mounted on the wall, a wooden chair with a cushion, a small wooden side table, and a fireplace.

13. Noble Goose Rooms

18.9 km from Mersea Island Museum

Antony

฿3,433

฿4,120 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a large tree.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A restaurant with tables and chairs, hanging plants, and large windows.

A large, red brick building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with steps, and a well-maintained lawn in front.

14. Wivenhoe House Hotel

11.8 km from Mersea Island Museum

Natasha

฿4,074

฿4,889 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A narrow alley with a wheelbarrow, potted plants, and a building with exposed brick and timber framing.

A traditional pub with a signboard advertising food and drink.

An outdoor bar with a rustic wooden counter, hanging flower baskets, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A rustic pub interior with exposed wooden beams, a fireplace, and traditional decor.

15. The WoolPack Inn

18.8 km from Mersea Island Museum

Kate

฿3,633

฿4,360 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A courtyard with artificial grass, a table with chairs, and a wooden bench.

A wooden structure with signs for Pier Hotel Clacton, including breakfast service and room availability.

A room with a white cabinet, a table with a vase, two chairs, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a counter with various bottles, and bar stools.

16. OYO Pier Hotel

16.8 km from Mersea Island Museum

Tamally

฿2,066

฿2,479 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A large house with a gravel driveway, a swimming pool, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, and dining area.

A courtyard with a table and chairs, a green umbrella, and a building with a dark blue facade and a red-tiled roof.

A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by a low brick wall. There are several lounge chairs and a table with an umbrella.

17. Birds Farm

11.7 km from Mersea Island Museum

Nicola

฿5,000

฿6,000 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a 'Grab & Go' kiosk, and a modern reception desk.

An indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and wooden beams, surrounded by glass walls and a tiled floor.

A gym with multiple treadmills and elliptical machines arranged in rows.

A large, historic building with a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and expansive fields.

18. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

14.5 km from Mersea Island Museum

Darius

฿2,333

฿2,800 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, red and white bedding, a mounted TV, and a painting on the wall.

A small, single-story building with a gravel driveway and a wooden fence.

A narrow stairway with striped carpet, a wooden door with a plaque, and a warning sign on the wall.

A room with a white wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a standing heater, and a metal rack with black straps.

19. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

14.4 km from Mersea Island Museum

Darrell

฿2,118

฿2,542 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A traditional room with exposed brick walls, a fireplace, a bed with a plaid blanket, and large windows with curtains.

A narrow stone-paved courtyard with a double door entrance, flanked by white walls and black-framed windows.

A bar area with a wine list, a beer tap, and a menu board.

A rustic bar area with wooden beams, a bar counter, and seating.

20. White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns

18.8 km from Mersea Island Museum

Maxine

฿2,222

฿2,667 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Mersea Island Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Victory at Mersea	8.4 Very good 280 reviews	View
Woodview Bed & Breakfast	9.6 Exceptional 107 reviews	View
The Oyster Smack Inn	8.6 Excellent 44 reviews	View
The Blue Boar - Maldon	9.4 Exceptional 124 reviews	View
Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 194 reviews	View

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St. Peter-on-the-Wall

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Abberton Reservoir

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mersea Island Museum?

Mersea Island Museum is located in West Mersea. Travellers like this welcoming area for its restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 34 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Mersea Island Museum?

The Victory at Mersea is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Mersea Island Museum. Another good choice is Mersea Island Retreat - 4 Bedroom House, located 0.4 mi (0.6 km) away.

How many hotels are there near Mersea Island Museum?

Expedia has 34 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Mersea Island Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mersea Island Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Mersea Island Museum.

What can I see and do near Mersea Island Museum?

Explore nature at Abberton Reservoir and Cudmore Grove Country Park. Five Lakes Resort, Mersea Island Vineyard or Five Lakes Golf Club are some local sights worth checking out. A visit to St. Peter-on-the-Wall is worth the trip when you're visiting.

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Our top choices for Mersea Island Museum hotels

1. The Victory at Mersea

2. Woodview Bed & Breakfast

3. The Oyster Smack Inn

4. The Blue Boar - Maldon

5. Le Bouchon Brasserie & Hotel

6. Adelaide Guesthouse

7. Jolly Sailor- Fish on the Quay

8. The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

9. Kingscliff Hotel

10. GreyFriars

11. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

12. Chudleigh Hotel

13. Noble Goose Rooms

14. Wivenhoe House Hotel

15. The WoolPack Inn

16. OYO Pier Hotel

17. Birds Farm

18. Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

19. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

20. White Hart Hotel by Greene King Inns

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Other attractions near Mersea Island Museum

Mersea Island Vineyard

beach near Fishing lake

St. Peter-on-the-Wall

Cudmore Grove Country Park

Abberton Reservoir

Abberton Resevoir Visitor Centre

Five Lakes Resort

Five Lakes Golf Club

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