The Rochford Hotel

Hotels
7.8 (903 reviews)
Bradley Way , Southend-on-Sea , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Breakfast quality not up to standard

Categories

Cleanliness
6.8
Multiple comments about stained carpets and overall need for better maintenance.
Service
8.8
Most reviews mention friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.8
Convenient location noted by several guests.
Room Quality
7.3
Room issues mentioned, such as lumpy beds and lack of fridge.
Amenities
7.8
Some amenities noted as good, but several issues cited.
Value for Money
8.3
Good value mentioned by guests who enjoyed their stay.
Food and Beverage
6.8
Several guests expressed dissatisfaction with breakfast quality.
Overall Experience
7.8
Guests had mixed feelings but overall positive experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 23:51

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in comfort at The Rochford Hotel, offering well-equipped rooms with modern amenities including free Wi-Fi, TV, and complimentary mineral water.

Delicious Dining Options
Start your day with a mouthwatering full English or continental breakfast. Unwind at the lobby bar and brasserie, where a diverse menu awaits in a serene ambiance.

Convenient Location and Services
Located near the airport and railway station, The Rochford Hotel blends the charm of a guest house with top-notch hotel service. Enjoy free parking during your stay.

Experience the best of both worlds at The Rochford Hotel - book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that the property hosts many functions during Friday-Sunday and there is the possibility of loud music being played up until 12am.

Please note that certain areas of the hotel may be unavailable to hotel guests during these events.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 903 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.8
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 7.3
Amenities: 7.8
Value for Money: 8.3
Food and Beverage: 6.8
Overall Experience: 7.8
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Trevor extended_group gb
8
Pleasant stay
Pros:

Staff attentive Lovely shower Brekfast lovely but missing the beans

Cons:

Bed hard and uncomfortable
Rooms 8 & 9 visible cracks in wall or coving

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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sandra solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

I love the friendliness of the staff. They always remember we have Stayed before. Breakfast is always excellent top quality food. The rooms are always very roomy.

Cons:

The late check in and early checkout.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Rudi solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

A little basic. Rooms/ dining rooms etc seemed very bare and kind of vibe less. However for a basic hotel when you just need somewhere to stay it does what it says on the tin. Building a bit tired but very clean despite this.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Mary solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

I like the breakfast the garden are beautiful I had a relaxed stay!

Cons:

The noice from the plane going to Southend airport!

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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kathleen couple gb
6
Not the best
Pros:

The layout for the wedding was beautiful, I’ll leave it at that.

Cons:

Broken sink , the smell of the bedroom and the cleaning left a lot to be desired , no information pack was led to believe that we could get food there , but if a wedding is being held there’s nothing available, and if you do want a drink from the bar you have to order via your room , not the best being stuck in a smelly room

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Andy solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Friendliness of staff. Couldn't do more for me

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Debbie couple gb
7
Adequate for our stay for local wedding.
Pros:

Friendly staff, comfortable room.

Cons:

Road and plane noise. Also the breakfast room was noisy with doors slamming, crockery clanging, too many hard surfaces, need something to buffer the noise.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Jill couple gb
7
Excellent value for money car park which was free and a nice breakfast
Pros:

We had a ground floor room

Cons:

Nothing it suited us

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Kenneth couple gb
7
2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
3
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
6
The staff were helpful, the hotel needs updated & a good clean
Pros:

Location was good

Cons:

The room was dirty, the shower leaked on the floor, no bath mat in the bath, we had to ask, we weren’t told about a wedding there on the day we arrived, so we’re not been able to use the restaurant or bar

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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Audrey couple gb
8
Good value
Pros:

The room was spacious and comfortable, the staff were friendly

Cons:

Banging doors late night
Although the gentleman was very pleasant & polite that was on the reception, I felt he shouldn't have taken our meal order and served our breakfast and that wasn't his fault.. i feel that should have been a separate staff member.

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Colin couple gb
8
An enjoyable stay.
Pros:

Room a nice size. Breakfasts very good.
Parking space.

Cons:

Traffic noise.
Aeroplanes taking off at 07:00, not that the hotel can do anything about that it is just the location.

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Crawley solo_traveller gb
7
Good & bad parts
Pros:

The bed was very comfortable and we got a very good night sleep. Staff were very helpful when we needed something when we checked in.

Cons:

The breakfast was very poor. Never ask for the first time if we had allegeys. Not having beans made breakfast very dry if cannot eat eggs. Not a very good selection of cereals.

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Penny solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

The staff were lovely, as was the breakfast and bed very comfy.

Cons:

Our hotel room was dusty and tired looking. It needed a bit of a renovation.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Rebecca solo_traveller gb
8
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Colin couple gb
9
Is a wedding venue so book early for a room
Pros:

Good food and very quiet room. Location is very close to rail station if travelling by train

Cons:

Slightly noisy extractor fan in bathroom

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Friendly & helpful staff

Cons:

No A/C but they did have an electric fan

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Kimberley couple gb
8
Did the job for one night
Pros:

Location. Breakfast was good

Cons:

Funny smell in the room

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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kirsty platts solo_traveller gb
2
You get what you pay for don't look at the images!!
Pros:

The staff.

Cons:

The rooms look nothing like the photos it's like stepping into something out of the 80s. It needs such a good clean and a lick of pain at least.
There was a wedding at the time of our stay which we were not informed of so could not use any of the facilities only had room service and the music did not end till 12pm and we were there for work. And we were under the music. Not a good experience.
Breakfast said it was a buffet on the qr code in the room There are a few things to pick yourself. Was asked if we wanted a full English no menu.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee