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Check availability on Southend-on-Sea Family-Friendly Hotels

Tonight
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Tomorrow
29 Aug - 30 Aug
This weekend
28 Aug - 30 Aug
Next weekend
4 Sep - 6 Sep

Our top choices for Southend-on-Sea family-friendly hotels

1. Seven Hotel

Seven Hotel
Southend-on-Sea
฿3,801
฿4,562 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Seven Hotel

2. Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
Southend-on-Sea
  • Family-friendly escape with airport convenience and rooftop dining perfect for all ages at this spotlessly clean hotel in Southend-on-Sea.
฿2,682
฿3,218 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

3. Hamiltons Boutique Hotel

Hamiltons Boutique Hotel
Southend-on-Sea
฿3,538
฿4,246 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Hamiltons Boutique Hotel

4. The Palace Hotel

The Palace Hotel
Southend-on-Sea
The Palace Hotel

5. Muthu Westcliff Hotel (Near London Southend Airport)

Muthu Westcliff Hotel (Near London Southend Airport)
Westcliff-on-Sea
  • Family-friendly seaside escape offers complimentary Wi-Fi, beach access, and Victorian charm for children to explore and enjoy.
฿2,229
฿2,675 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Muthu Westcliff Hotel (Near London Southend Airport)

6. The Ship Hotel

The Ship Hotel
Leigh-on-Sea
  • Family-friendly beachside escape with spa services and complimentary cots for your little ones delivers seaside adventure.
฿4,369
฿5,243 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
The Ship Hotel

7. Oyster Fleet Hotel

Oyster Fleet Hotel
Canvey Island
฿2,787
฿3,344 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Oyster Fleet Hotel

8. Devine Beach Hotel, Westcliff Southend-On-Sea

Devine Beach Hotel, Westcliff Southend-On-Sea
Westcliff-on-Sea
฿2,041
฿2,718 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Devine Beach Hotel, Westcliff Southend-On-Sea

9. The Ferry Boat Inn

The Ferry Boat Inn
Chelmsford
฿6,154
฿7,385 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Ferry Boat Inn

10. The New Chichester Hotel

The New Chichester Hotel
Wickford
฿1,911
฿2,293 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The New Chichester Hotel
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Southend-on-Sea

Pool
Breakfast included
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

Top Southend-on-Sea Hotel Reviews

Village Hotel Maidstone

Village Hotel Maidstone

10/10 Excellent
"Such a lovely hotel, with friendly staff"
Tevin 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Village Hotel Maidstone
Hamiltons Boutique Hotel

Hamiltons Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good
"Great B&B, very quiet, ideal location. Freshly cooked breakfast"
Stuart 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hamiltons Boutique Hotel
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

10/10 Excellent
"It was short walk from the train station and like 50 minutes from London. The restaurant in the hotel is pretty good and the bus to colchester city center is pretty good. The hotel was clean and check out was pretty easy as well."
Ravinesh 7-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Camelia Hotel

Camelia Hotel

8/10 Good
"Lovely hotel. Good amenities. Helpful staff."
Dave 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Camelia Hotel
The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion

10/10 Excellent
"Second time we’ve stayed at this lovely hotel. It won’t be the last. Conveniently located, gorgeous room, stand out breakfast. Such a pleasure to stay here."
Dr Jane 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion

Frequently asked questions

What's Southend-on-Sea like for family-friendly holidays?
You may want to consider the welcoming destination of Southend-on-Sea if you've been thinking about a trip for the whole family. The boating, beaches and island setting are just a few things that make this an attractive holiday destination for families. Fly into London (SEN-Southend), which is the closest airport, or London (LCY-London City), which is located 28.6 mi (46.1 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in Southend-on-Sea?
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG is a hotel with a restaurant and laundry facilities, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Southend-on-Sea?
The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Southend-on-Sea is 767 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Southend-on-Sea?
Adventure Island, Sealife Adventure and Roots Hall Stadium are interesting attractions that you and your family will enjoy exploring while you are staying in Southend-on-Sea. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Southend Marine Activities Centre and Lost City Adventure Golf.
What's the best way for us to get around Southend-on-Sea?
If you want to travel outside the area, hop on a train from Southend Central Station, Southend Victoria Station or Southend East Station. Southend-on-Sea might not have many public transport options to choose from, so consider renting a car to explore more.