About

Originating in the 6th Century as a Saxon village, Southend came to the fore in Edwardian times as both a centre for shopping along its famous High Street and an ideal place for Londoners to come and enjoy the sun and sea. Today, Southend remains a thriving seaside town, and is, of course, famous for being the proud owner of the longest pier in the world!

An array of restaurants from around the world offer our guests an enormous choice, both in cuisine and budget. Two casinos are located within walking distance of the Hotel, with no membership requirements. Southend Pier is a minute’s walk from our front door. Sea Life Aquarium is three-minute walk along the seafront. Adventure Island, a free-admission Fun Park with more than 40 rides and attractions from rollercoasters to Ghost trains, is two minutes from the Hotel. Two theatres, the Palace and the Cliffs Pavilion, are five minutes away and host major touring plays and musicals, as well as top music acts. Old Leigh, with its cobbled streets, craft shops, pubs, fishing boats, wharfs and cockle sheds is only ten minutes away.

London Liverpool Street Station and London Fenchurch Street Station can be reached via train within one hour, with services running every 10 to 15 minutes. The route takes our guests through the idyllic Essex countryside, on into the world renowned London East End. A return ticket will generally cost approximately £20, however our staff can advise on travel cards and discounts before your trip.

Southend Airport is only ten minutes via taxi from the Hotel and the fare will cost under £15 for four people. Our staff will be happy to arrange both pickup and return with advanced notice.

Lakeside Shopping Centre is forty minutes via train from Southend and will cost between £14 and £20 for a return ticket.

We can arrange theatre tickets both for Southend and London’s famous West End by prior request.