Rettendon Lodge

Hotels
7.8 (442 reviews)
Hayes Chase Burnham Road , Battlesbridge , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly, attentive staff
Clean rooms
Good location and plentiful parking
Nice breakfast
On-site pub with extensive menu and good portions
Spacious rooms and pleasant outdoor area
Good value for price
Events marquee without guest disturbance
Cons:
Some rooms (notably 7 and 8) were very hot/poorly ventilated
Shower pressure and temperature inconsistent; shower over bath can be tight
Small baths
Difficulty filling kettle from bathroom tap in some rooms
King bed felt small to some guests
One report that distance to Cliffs Pavilion was greater than indicated

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Multiple reviews explicitly praise the rooms and accommodation as very clean and well kept.
Service
8.8
Service is repeatedly highlighted as attentive, friendly and helpful — several guests call staff the best part of the stay.
Location
8
Many guests note a convenient, handy location and good parking; one comment mentions the distance to Cliffs Pavilion was slightly more than indicated.
Room Quality
6
Mixed feedback: rooms described as cute/spacious/comfortable by some but several specific issues reported (overheating in standalone rooms 7/8, shower pressure/temperature problems, small baths, bed size complaints).
Amenities
8
Good amenities noted: large car park, inviting pub with wide drinks selection, outdoor areas and regular event marquee without reported disturbance; breakfast also praised.
Value for Money
8
Multiple guests describe the hotel as good value with a nice room for the price and overall good experience for cost.
Food and Beverage
7.8
Pub food and breakfast receive positive comments (extensive selection, good portions); overall food is well regarded.
Overall Experience
7.8
Overall sentiment is positive with many saying they'd stay again or recommending the place, tempered by recurring room-specific issues (heat, shower/bath quirks).
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 21:01

Property Description

Garden Oasis and Family Fun
Escape to Rettendon Lodge, where a lush garden, terrace, and children's playground await. Unwind in our family rooms and enjoy the evening entertainment.
Comfort and Convenience
Each room at Rettendon Lodge offers a cozy retreat with a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, and complimentary WiFi. Relax with our quality bed linen and towels provided.
Prime Location for Exploring
Conveniently located near Chelmsford Train Station and Hylands Park, with London Southend Airport just a short drive away.
To book your stay at Rettendon Lodge, contact us today!

Important information:

Please note that on 24, 25, 26, 31 December and 1 January, check-in time is before 17:00. There is no breakfast available for bookings on these dates. The main pub and restaurant are closed on these dates.

Kindly note the guest is liable for any damages made to the property by themselves during their stay, and will be charged for damages if necessary.Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 442 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 8.8
Location: 8
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 7.8
Overall Experience: 7.8
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Edwin • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Nice, compact room, clean and perfect for an overnight stay.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Jordan • extended_group • gb
9
Very good
Pros:

Very clean and tidy

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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stephen • solo_traveller • gb
1
Worst hotel ever, don’t bother unless you are there for a wedding or event it is hosting. Highlight was having to wake u
Pros:

It had proper mugs not small teacups in the room.

Cons:

The noise, the cheesy pop music with thumping bass from the downstairs blasts out from 8am till midnight. And the walls are paper thin, you can hear everything in next rooms and corridor. The tiny shower and tinier sink. Guest wifi doesn’t even appear upstairs in the room, only downstairs in the bar. The bed is ridiculously soft and uncomfortable.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • couple • gg
7
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
1
Needs an update.
Cons:

Staff are very rude on reception. If you’re looking for a nice friendly place go somewhere else!

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • gb
4
Disappointing
Pros:

Comfortable room

Cons:

Had an issue which was not dealt with. Disturbed sleep which was not recognised or acknowledged by management.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
H
H • couple • gb
8
If we need accommodation and a meal in the area again, we know where to come.
Pros:

Restaurant on site. Convenient for our destination.

Cons:

Don't actually recall if there was anything we didn't like.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Ivan • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Pat Humphrys • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely pub with good fresh cooked food and extensive menu plus around 4-6 bedrooms

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Colin Day • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Faith • couple • gb
1
I didn't feel comfortable, . The room looked obvious that was not cleaned , dusty I couldn't even use the cup th
Pros:

I didn't feel so comfortable,
The room was dusty . It wasn't value for money. Too expensive for what I saw

Cons:

The room wasn't worth the price

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Rosemary • extended_group • gb
10
Convenient place to stay with good service.
Pros:

Convenient check in. No issues about coming in late. Room was clean and comfortable. Tea tray was good. Staff were excellent especially breakfast staff who couldn’t do enough for us. Breakfast was superb.

Cons:

Noisy guests at night. But that not hotel’s fault. People should be more considerate when returning to room late.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
K
kevin • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

food good , staff excellent

Cons:

Wi fi poor, quite noisy

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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OPR TRAINING LTD • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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susan • couple • gb
7
Pros:

The area and the view from the room

Cons:

Breakfast was served a bit to late 9am we would have stayed if it started at 7am

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Neil • couple • gb
10
Lovely
Pros:

Location was great

Cons:

Nothing at all

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Darren • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Clare • couple • gb
10
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Gemma • family_with_children • gb
7
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee