Last-minute pet friendly hotel deals in Essex

When you stay at Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport in Bishop's Stortford, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of Bishop's Stortford Golf Club and Birchanger Dog Field. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Flitch Way Country Park and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Hatfield Forest Country Park.

A stay at Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport places you in the heart of Bishop's Stortford, within a 15-minute walk of Bishop's Stortford Golf Club and Birchanger Dog Field. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Flitch Way Country Park and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Hatfield Forest Country Park.

When you stay at Holiday Inn Southend by IHG in Southend-on-Sea, you'll be near the airport, within a 5-minute drive of Rollacity and Roots Hall Stadium. This hotel is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Southend University Hospital and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Prittlewell Priory.

Located in Harlow, The Harlow Hotel By AccorHotels is within a 15-minute drive of Lee Valley Park and Lee Valley White Water Centre. This hotel is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Epping Forest and 10 mi (16.1 km) from Paradise Wildlife Park.

• Central setting
• Great views
• Casino

The Park Inn by Radisson Palace Southend-on-Sea is right in the heart of things. It’s plonked opposite Southend Pier and all its family-friendly attractions, so you’re a five-minute stroll from Adventure Island and a load of shops and eateries. What’s more, the hotel has its own casino, so you don’t have to leave to get your fun fix.

This place truly caters to all kinds of travellers. There are sea-view options for every room, whether you’re booking Standard, Superior or Family. The hotel’s fully accessible and there are also dedicated pet-friendly rooms. It’s also got seven meeting rooms, with views of the River Thames, and a private dining room with a chandelier.

The aptly named Pier View Bar & Restaurant also makes the most of the views. It’s the place to come for breakfast buffets, as well as light bites and bigger meals. Everything from halloumi fries and chicken wings to pies and pizzas graces the menu. And, for leisure time, you’ve got the casino and a fitness centre.

Located in Burnham-on-Crouch, Creeksea Place Barns is a 5-minute drive from Ramblers Stadium and 6 minutes from Mangapps Railway Museum. This hotel is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Blackwater Leisure Centre and 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from St. Peter-on-the-Wall.

With a stay at The Bell Inn in Stanford-le-Hope, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lakeside Shopping Centre and Langdon Hills Country Park. This inn is 5 mi (8 km) from Thames River and 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from Bluewater Shopping Centre.

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Down Hall Hotel is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Maize Maze and Hatfield Forest Country Park. This spa hotel is 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Pishiobury Park and 5 mi (8 km) from The Leventhorpe Leisure Centre.

Situated in the quiet hamlet of Littley Green in the heart of the Essex countryside, The Compasses is a Victorian Pub steeped in history and tradition. With free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi access for all guests, it also offers a bar and a restaurant.

Each of the individually styled rooms at The Compasses feature an en suite bathroom, tea and coffee making facilities, a flat-screen TV and complimentary toiletries.

In the restaurant, a Continental and cooked breakfast is available in the morning for a surcharge. Muesli, yoghurt and fresh fruit is also available. Using fresh, local produce there is also a lunch and dinner menu available. The menu also includes a ‘Huffer’ filled sandwich, popular with the locals.

In the bar, a variety of local real ales are on tap. Beers, wines and spirits are also on offer.

Surrounded by the countryside, there are a number of walking and cycling routes nearby. Stansted Airport is 14 miles away and Chelmsford is 17 minutes’ drive away.

With a stay at The Dog Inn in Halstead, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Milbank Stadium and Halstead Leisure Centre. This inn is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Alderford Water Mill and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Sible Hedingham Library.

Located in Colchester, Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester is within a 10-minute drive of Colchester Zoo and Layer Marney Tower. This hotel is 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum and 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Colchester Castle Park.

When you stay at Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG in Braintree, you'll be near the airport, within a 5-minute drive of Great Notley Country Park and Flitch Way Country Park. This hotel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Braintree Public Gardens and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Freeport Outlet Village.

Located in Basildon, Campanile restaurant BASILDON - East of London is within a 5-minute drive of Festival Leisure Park and High Sports. This hotel is 19.5 mi (31.3 km) from Bluewater Shopping Centre and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Hollywood Bowl Basildon.

This 16th-century inn in Braintree town centre is 25 minutes from Stansted Airport. It offers free Wi-Fi, a free private car park and 2 characterful bars with log fires.

All bedrooms have free Wi-Fi access, a TV, tea/coffee facilities and their own bathroom.

White Hart Hotel is a 15-minute walk from Braintree Train Station. Colchester and Chelmsford are both about 30 minutes' drive away.

The historical White Hart serves traditional food until 22:00 every night. There is outdoor seating, and a conservatory-style dining room.

The pretty villages of Thaxted, Finchingfield, Coggeshall and Castle Hedingham are between 15 and 30 minutes' drive away.

Please note that this property is not wheelchair accessible and has no lift.

The Campanile Hotel Basildon features free Wi-fi throughout the hotel, a 24-hour front desk and a traditional restaurant. The hotel is just 1.5 miles from Basildon centre, in the heart of Essex.

The bright, budget rooms at Campanile Hotel Basildon each have a seating area and a TV with satellite channels. Rooms also feature tea/coffee facilities, a work desk and a private bathroom.

A hearty breakfast buffet is available each morning, including cooked and continental options. The restaurant serves a range of light lunches, seasonal specials and international evening meals.

Campanile Hotel - Basildon - East of London is 1.5 miles from Basildon Train Station, offering direct services to central London. The coast at Southend-on-Sea is just a 20-minute drive away.

Located in Leigh-on-Sea, The Ship Hotel is a 5-minute drive from Cliffs Pavilion and 7 minutes from Southend Pier. This luxury hotel is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Chalkwell Beach and 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Southend Beach.

Located in Ongar, Mulberry House is within a 5-minute drive of Chipping Ongar Library and Blackmore Millenium Park. This country house is 3.3 mi (5.2 km) from Saint Nicholas Church, Moreton and 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from Kelvedon Hatch Secret Nuclear Bunker.

Located in Maldon, Jolly Sailor- Fish on the Quay is within a 10-minute drive of St John the Baptist Monastery and Warren Golf Club. This bed & breakfast is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Forrester Park Golf Club and 9.3 mi (15 km) from Five Lakes Resort.

Located in Chelmsford, The Compasses Inn is a 2-minute drive from Leez Priory and 6 minutes from Chelmsford City Racecourse. This inn is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Great Notley Country Park and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Tuffnel Mere.

Russets, a property with a garden, is set in North Weald, 24 km from Woodford, 24 km from Hylands Park, as well as 27 km from Stansted Mountfitchet Station. The property is situated 28 km from Upminster, 29 km from Gants Hill and 29 km from South Woodford. The property is non-smoking and is located 22 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

The 1-bedroom holiday home comes with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a washing machine. Providing free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Snaresbrook is 29 km from the holiday home, while East Ham is 33 km away. London Stansted Airport is 24 km from the property.