Last-minute pet friendly hotel deals in Essex

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 Cineworld Braintree.

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 11.8 mi (19 km) from Audley End House and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Flitch Way Country Park.

With a stay at Campanile restaurant BASILDON - East of London in Basildon, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Thames River and Festival Leisure Park. This eco-friendly hotel is 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from Lakeside Shopping Centre and 19.4 mi (31.3 km) from Bluewater Shopping Centre.

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 11.8 mi (19 km) from Audley End House and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Flitch Way Country Park.

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 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Colchester Castle Park.

With a stay at Channels Hotel in Chelmsford, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Tuffnel Mere and Admirals Park LNR. This golf hotel is 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Bond Street and 4.3 mi (6.8 km) from Admirals 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 Harlow, The Harlow Hotel By AccorHotels is within a 15-minute drive of Lee Valley Park and Lee Valley White Water Centre. This eco-friendly hotel is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Epping Forest and 10 mi (16.1 km) from Paradise Wildlife Park.

When you stay at Jolly Sailor- Fish on the Quay in Maldon, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Museum of Power and St John the Baptist Monastery. This bed & breakfast is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Mill Beach and 3.7 mi (6 km) from Warren Golf Club.

Located in Ongar, Mulberry House is within a 5-minute drive of Great Stony Park and Budworth Hall. This country house is 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Epping Forest and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Love Lane 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 eco-friendly hotel is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Southend University Hospital and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Prittlewell Priory.

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Down Hall Hotel is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Hatfield Forest Country Park and Pishiobury Park. This eco-friendly hotel is 14.9 mi (24 km) from Epping Forest and 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Saint Nicholas Church, Moreton.

When you stay at Saracens Head Hotel in Dunmow, you'll be near the airport, within a 5-minute drive of Flitch Way Country Park and Crazy Dog Field. This inn is 14.3 mi (23 km) from Audley End House and 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Hatfield Forest Country Park.

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 Billericay, 12 km from Hylands Park, Great Blunts Stables - Stock Brook Manor Golf Club provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Located around 26 km from Upminster, the hotel with free WiFi is also 32 km away from Gants Hill. The property is non-smoking and is situated 16 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

A Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the hotel.

Great Blunts Stables - Stock Brook Manor Golf Club offers 5-star accommodation with an indoor pool, sauna and hot tub.

Adventure Island is 33 km from the accommodation, while Barking is 34 km away. London Southend Airport is 28 km from the property.

Situated in Burnham on Crouch and with Chelmsford Train Station reachable within 34 km, Ye Olde White Harte Hotel features a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar. Boasting a business centre, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. Hylands Park is 38 km away and Freeport Braintree is 41 km from the hotel.

Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Burnham on Crouch, like fishing and cycling.

Adventure Island is 42 km from Ye Olde White Harte Hotel, while Upminster is 49 km from the property. London Southend Airport is 39 km away.

Located in Rochford, 8.6 km from Adventure Island, The Cherry Tree Rochford provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. Located around 35 km from Hylands Park, the hotel with free WiFi is also 39 km away from Upminster. The property is non-smoking and is situated 31 km from Chelmsford Train Station.

All units in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The Cherry Tree Rochford the rooms are equipped with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV.

Lakeside Shopping Centre is 42 km from the accommodation. London Southend Airport is 2 km away.

Located in Halstead, The Dorrington is a 1-minute drive from Milbank Stadium and 5 minutes from Alderford Water Mill. This hotel is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Sible Hedingham Library and 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Hedingham Castle.

Just metres from the river in Burnham-on-Crouch, The Oyster Smack Inn has an on-site bar, free Wi-Fi and free parking. It dates back to the 1800s, and is known for its fantastic food.

The restaurant’s chef has worked in Jamie Oliver’s first restaurant, as well as Gorden Ramsey’s 3 Michelin Starred establishment. The diverse menu features Asian influences and British classics, with food made from seasonal produce.

Rooms at The Oyster Smack Inn are individually designed, and each benefits from a flat-screen TV and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries. Tea and coffee making facilities with fresh milk are also provided.

The coast at Southend is just 25 miles away, and the centre of Chelmsford can be reached in 40 minutes’ drive. Historic Colchester can also be reached in less than an hour by car.

With a stay at this cottage in Braintree, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Great Bardfield Town Hall and Great Bardfield Cottage Museum. This cottage is 12.3 mi (19.9 km) from Audley End House and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Stambourne Playing Field.