AA 4* Guest House in Southend with 20 bedrooms and 6 Self-Catering Apartments, near Southend Pier& Cliffs Pavilion

5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17Tth September 2015 on Tripadvisor

I booked this hotel to stay after an event at the Cliff’s Pavillion and as a result of surrounding hotels being much pricier, I went for this one! I am so glad I did – it was amazing. We didn’t have very high expectations but we were so happy with our choice/stay.

With regards to the location of the hotel, it was less than a 5 minute walk (or drunken stumble) from the Cliff’s and only a little further away from the casino and pleasure beach.

The host of the hotel – I think his name was Ben – was brilliant. Helpful. friendly and entertaining.
Our room was very very impressive. My boyfriend and I had booked a double and we were greeted by what seemed like a suite. A double bed, single bed, bay window with seats and a very impressive large layout.

We decided to eat at the hotel before the show given the cheap pricing and offer of food. The food choice was basic but was delicious – to top it off, the bar was really cheap too!
Breakfast was brilliant – unlimited hot breakfast buffet as well as free flowing juice, tea and coffee to compliment the cold choices of food. I have told everybody about this hotel so I really hope they choose to stay here over other more obvious choices when visiting Southend.

Stayed September 2015, travelled as a couple

http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/ShowUserReviews-g503790-d289234-r311282628-Ilfracombe_House_Hotel-Southend_on_Sea_Essex_England.html#

Kevj99uk, Tripadvisor Review, 4 of 5 stars, Reviewed 10 August 2015

Stayed here for just one night in 2 bed apartment on way back from Sussex weekend break. Apartment was very spacious for 2 adults and 2 teenage children and although we booked it to mainly take advantage of half price Pleasure Island tickets we wouldn’t hesitate returning here. All staff were very welcoming and helped find free street parking on our departure so that we could make the short 10 minute walk to the seafront and Pleasure Island of course.
Stayed August 2015, travelled with family
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Lisa, Timotay Landscapes Limited, Tripadvisor Review, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

This hotel made our teams feel very welcome. No complaints whatsoever. Our teams stayed in both the hotel and the apartments. Very good value for money. Our teams stayed there for approx. 3 months. Definitely will be staying with you again when we work in the area. Thank you again.

Stayed August 2015, travelled on business

travellerkMidlands, Tripadvisor user, Stayed May 2015, travelled as a couple, 4 of 5 stars, Reviewed 18 May 2015

A cosy hotel away from the seafront so it is quiet but only 5 minutes to walk there. Very handy for the Cliffs Pavilion – 5 mins walk. The staff are all friendly and helpful. Breakfast is adequate although food is left out in heated containers, and there are no pastries. A small selection of fruit is available. We enjoyed dinner- they have a 5 star hygiene rating. There is a small bar and lounge. The room was large and comfortable although overall the décor is tired and the bathroom suite scratched and old fashioned. The Michelangelo pictures on the wall were slightly offputting. Heating and hot water were plentiful. Strangely, although there was shampoo and bath gel, there were no body lotions. There was a kettle, teabags and coffee but no hot chocolate although you can order this at the bar (packet version). It was clean and welcoming and the wifi was free and worked well. There was a distant sea view from one angle of the room if the sky was clear.

• http://www.ilfracombe-hotel.co.uk
• http://www.ilfracombe-hotel.co.uk/self-catering-apartments.html

“MeMonster” – Tripadvisor User, Stayed June 2015, travelled as a couple

Manchester, United Kingdom ,4 of 5 stars,Reviewed 1 week ago

Good location. Exceptionally friendly team running the hotel. The bar is competitively priced but the service is quite exceptional. It is so relaxing, it becomes a home from home. Like most hotels, the breakfast buffet sits under hot lights. Consequently, breakfast it is not a memorable feature of the hotel. But it all works and they are infectiously friendly which always makes the experience relaxing. We’ll keep going back.
http://www.ilfracombe-hotel.co.uk,
http://www.ilfracombe-hotel.co.uk/self-catering-apartments.html

This is a well run hotel and we were made to feel very welcome by the owners and their staff.

The location is ideal being a short walk to the shops, the theatre, good restaurants and of course the seafront and its attractions. There are many stylish touches added to make the stay a bit special. A proper white table cloth on the breakfast table was just one example. The owners really make the effort. The decoration is eclectic, and If you want to get away from the standard box rooms of the usual hotel chains then you must try Ilfracombe House. You may even bump into a famous face.

Vernon_18, TripAdvisor, London, United Kingdom

Stayed May 2015, travelled as a couple

  Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence – Winner 2015

  After securing Top Rated Hotel awards in 2013 and 2014 by Booking.com, Laterooms.com and Expedia, we are now very proud to announce that we have been awarded Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence Winner for 2015.

  This is all based on your great comments and reviews so thank you very much. 

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– Book any accommodation with us, either hotel room or an Apartment Suite and you will get discounted all-day-wristbands to Adventure Island Fun Fair.

  – Adventure Island Fun Park is situated on Southend-on-Sea’s famous seafront. You can’t miss the big Fun Park that has the worlds longest pleasure pier running through it! Just forty miles from London, Southend has been the favourite seaside town for daytrippers and holiday makers for over 100 years. Adventure Island continues this long tradition of family entertainment and great value with our ‘Free Admission’ policy, over 40 rides and attractions and late night fun for locals and visitors alike. Over the years you may have seen Adventure Island on BBC TV ‘Eastenders’ and many more TV programmes as the close proximity to London makes them an ideal fun shoot location. Rides Explained here

Check how much you can save:

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Southend-on-Sea Town Centre is a unique shopping destination with a variety of quirky independent stores and ‘big name’ high street retailers – if you love to shop, you’ll love Southend-on-Sea

Popular farmers and craft markets and visiting continental markets provide an opportunity for you to purchase fresh, local produce and authentic European goods. And don’t miss a trip to Leigh Broadway, a shopoholic’s paradise with an extensive array of quality independent stores and a mixture of bars and eateries. Finally there are even more shopping opportunities in areas such as Hamlet Court Road and Southchurch, with a wide variety of independent shops, bars and international restaurants to tempt the most discerning shopper.

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Barbara, southampton
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10th May 15

My husband and I stayed here for 2 nights for our wedding anniversary.Really comfortable.well equipped, warm room. Wonderful hot, huge shower! Both evening meal and breakfasts ‘spot on’ couldn’t wish for more. All staff very friendly, helpful and extremely caring..I am sure we will stay here again and highly recommend to others.

‘ShelAnni – Stayed April 2015, travelled as a couple
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 weeks ago

My husband and I stayed there for 2 nights. We arrived slightly late however they were very accommodating. The bathroom is not very modern however both room and bathroom are spotless clean. The breakfast was very nice and the staff are very friendly. They do have parking but limited only for few cars however parking on the road is free just round the corner and some limited space outside the hotel.
The beach is close to the hotel – down the road and down some stairs around the lovely gardens.
We are already planning on going again.