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

Tonight
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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14 Oct - 15 Oct
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16 Oct - 18 Oct
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23 Oct - 25 Oct

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

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and a dining table set with wine glasses and a bowl of food.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, and a view of the sea.
A bar area with a marble counter, stools, and a wine rack filled with bottles.
A hotel room with two leather armchairs, a small table with a bottle and glasses, and a large window with curtains.

1. Seven Hotel

Seven Hotel
Southend-on-Sea
฿3,778
฿4,533 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Seven Hotel
A children's breakfast corner with a life preserver decoration, a framed sign, cereal boxes, and a small plant.
A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a desk with a chair, a small table with two chairs, and a balcony with a railing.
A conference room with round tables, blue chairs, and chandeliers.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and modern furnishings.

2. The Palace Hotel

The Palace Hotel
Southend-on-Sea
฿2,832
฿3,398 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Palace Hotel
A row of white buildings with green awnings, each with outdoor seating and hanging flower baskets.
A bar area with stools, a bar counter, and a seating area with a patterned carpet.
A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a television, and curtains.
A modern shower with a glass door, a push button, and a towel rack.

3. ILFRACOMBE HOUSE HOTEL - Near Cliffs Pavilion

ILFRACOMBE HOUSE HOTEL - Near Cliffs Pavilion
Southend-on-Sea
฿3,291
฿3,949 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
ILFRACOMBE HOUSE HOTEL - Near Cliffs Pavilion
A coastal view with a bridge, greenery, and a distant cityscape.
A formal dining room with white tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a fireplace.
A row of terraced houses with a garden in the foreground.
A white fireplace mantel with decorative items, a mirror, and a sign with a quote.

4. Hamiltons Boutique Hotel

Hamiltons Boutique Hotel
Southend-on-Sea
฿3,513
฿4,216 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hamiltons Boutique Hotel
A modern building with a curved facade, large windows, and a parking lot with cars.
A modern interior with a curved staircase, large windows, and a patterned floor.
A breakfast table with pastries, fruits, and a drink, overlooking an airport runway.
A modern reception area with a desk, two yellow chairs, a grey sofa, and a unique geometric shelving unit with books and decorative items.

5. 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.
฿2,517
฿3,020 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
A bar area with shelves of bottles and glasses, a chalkboard menu, and a wooden counter.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a large mirror.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with a marble-like design, a view of the sea through the window, and a small side table with a lamp.
A bar area with a tap labeled 'MADRI' and 'Aperol Spritz' glasses on a counter.

6. Camelia Hotel

Camelia Hotel
Southend-on-Sea
฿4,478
฿5,374 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Camelia Hotel
A building with a sign reading 'OCEAN BEACH' and a covered outdoor area.
A pebbled beach with a clear sky, a few boats, and beach huts.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining area with chairs, and a blue accent wall.
A courtyard with a patio table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a white building with blue accents.

7. Coastal House Opposite Beach Sleeps 6 Pet Friendly

Coastal House Opposite Beach Sleeps 6 Pet Friendly
Southend-on-Sea
฿5,277
฿7,930 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Coastal House Opposite Beach Sleeps 6 Pet Friendly
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a large window with curtains, and a view of the sky.
A view from a balcony overlooking a parking area with cars, a tree, and a body of water in the distance.
A room with two orange armchairs, a patterned rug, and large windows with a view of the outside.
A modern restaurant with a high ceiling, large windows, and a stone accent wall.

8. 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.
฿2,503
฿3,003 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Muthu Westcliff Hotel (Near London Southend Airport)
A multi-story building with a balcony featuring a sign that reads "The Ship Hotel."
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a large bathtub, and a vanity with a mirror.
A restaurant with a nautical theme, featuring a large painting of a seascape, wooden beams on the ceiling, and a mix of table and booth seating.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a balcony with a view.

9. 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.
฿3,701
฿4,442 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Ship Hotel
A traditional wooden boat docked at a marina with a backdrop of residential buildings and calm water.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a mirror above it.
A two-story building with the name "Queen Phillippa" and signs for "Red & Breakfast" and "Phillippa Bistro".
A compact, well-lit cabin with a single bed featuring a neatly folded towel, a small window, and a headboard with built-in lighting.

10. The Queen Phillippa

The Queen Phillippa
Queenborough
฿2,572
฿3,086 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
The Queen Phillippa
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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

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Southend-on-Sea

A modern building with a curved facade, large windows, and a parking lot with cars.
A modern interior with a curved staircase, large windows, and a patterned floor.
A breakfast table with pastries, fruits, and a drink, overlooking an airport runway.
A modern reception area with a desk, two yellow chairs, a grey sofa, and a unique geometric shelving unit with books and decorative items.

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
Southend-on-Sea
฿2,517
฿3,020 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
A multi-story building with the sign "PALACE" on the top.
A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a desk with a chair, a small table with two chairs, and a balcony with a railing.
Lobby sitting area
Bar (on property)

The Palace Hotel

The Palace Hotel
Southend-on-Sea
฿2,832
฿3,398 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Palace Hotel
A balcony with a wicker chair, a metal railing, and a view of the sea.
A white fireplace mantel with decorative items, a mirror, and a sign with a quote.
A spacious living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a white table and chairs. Large windows allow natural light to fill the room.
A row of terraced houses with a garden in the foreground.

Hamiltons Boutique Hotel

Hamiltons Boutique Hotel
Southend-on-Sea
฿3,513
฿4,216 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hamiltons Boutique Hotel
A bar area with shelves of bottles and glasses, a chalkboard menu, and a wooden counter.
A row of white buildings with balconies, a brick wall, and some greenery in front.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with a marble-like design, a view of the sea through the window, and a small side table with a lamp.
A bar area with a long counter, shelves with bottles, and a television screen.

Camelia Hotel

Camelia Hotel
Southend-on-Sea
฿4,478
฿5,374 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Camelia Hotel
A row of terraced houses with outdoor seating and flower boxes.
A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a television, and curtains.
A room with a red sofa, a television, a vase with flowers, and a patterned carpet.
A bar area with stools, a bar counter, and a seating area with a patterned carpet.

ILFRACOMBE HOUSE HOTEL - Near Cliffs Pavilion

ILFRACOMBE HOUSE HOTEL - Near Cliffs Pavilion
Southend-on-Sea
฿3,291
฿3,949 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
ILFRACOMBE HOUSE HOTEL - Near Cliffs Pavilion
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Top Southend-on-Sea Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

Holiday Inn Southend by IHG

8/10 Good
"Room could have been cleaner, staff were excellent, breakfast was good."
Gill 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Holiday Inn Southend by IHG
Village Hotel Maidstone

Village Hotel Maidstone

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel. Staff were great. Very reasonably priced."
Matthew 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Village Hotel Maidstone
Camelia Hotel

Camelia Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Second time I have stayed here, will be coming back again! Room lovely and clean. Breakfast was very nicely cooked and a good sized portion. Staff were very smiley, polite and helpful. They had also made arrangements so I could charge my vehicle too which was a bonus! Many thanks!"
Julia 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Camelia Hotel
Hamiltons Boutique Hotel

Hamiltons Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect location for whatever your plans are in Southend on sea. Lovely comfy bed and superb breakfast."
Wayne 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hamiltons Boutique Hotel
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester

10/10 Excellent
"Second time staying here. Great place, friendly staff, room was really nice. Still the only downside is having to pay for parking, should be free for those staying at the hotel in my opinion."
David 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
ibis London Thurrock M25

ibis London Thurrock M25

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were exceptional"
Mariya 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
ibis London Thurrock M25
The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion

10/10 Excellent
"This family run hotel was great!!! Room was wonderful - with own private bathroom! no loft though so be prepared to carry suitcase(s) up stairs!! It came with breakfast with lots of choice - very accommodating and friendly folks!"
Cindy L 3-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion
Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG

8/10 Good
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Denis 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG
The Palace Hotel

The Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Huge room great location."
Thomas 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
The Palace Hotel

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, Roots Hall Stadium and Lost City Adventure Golf 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 Pier Museum and Beecroft Art Gallery.
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.