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The Oakland

Property class: 3

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A building named 'The Oakland' with a reception area and a bar.
The entrance to The Oakland Hotel Reception with a sign above the door.
A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a striped wall with two wall-mounted lights.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a coffee maker, a fan, and a trash bin.
A row of beer taps with labels including 'Foster's' and 'Linch's'.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov

Explore the area

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2-6 Reeves Way, Chelmsford, England, CM3 5XF
  • Place, Marsh Farm Country Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Lakeside Shopping Centre
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Bluewater Shopping Centre
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Double Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath)

A bathroom with a bathtub, a sink, and a toilet.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath)

A hotel room with two single beds, each with a wooden headboard and white bedding. There are two bedside tables, one on each bed, and a striped wall panel above the beds.

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Triple Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath)

A hotel room with two single beds, a small bedside table, a window with curtains, a striped wall panel, and a door.

Triple Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Premier Double Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, and a door.

Premier Double Room, Ensuite (with shower over bath)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, Ensuite (with shower over bath)

A hotel room with two single beds, a small wooden nightstand, and two wall-mounted light switches.

Suite, Ensuite (with shower over bath)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, Ensuite (Shower over bath)

A bunk bed room with a single bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Standard Suite, Ensuite (Shower over bath)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Chelmsford

At The Oakland you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Marsh Farm Country Park and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome. Highlights at this hotel include free breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a computer station. Added amenities include karaoke. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Chelmsford hotel include Battlesbridge Antiques and Craft Centre and RHS Garden Hyde Hall.

What's nearby

  • Marsh Farm Country Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Southend Pier - 36 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Adventure Island - 36 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Lakeside Shopping Centre - 50 min drive - 58.4 km
  • Bluewater Shopping Centre - 57 min drive - 66.6 km

Getting around

  • Chelmsford South Woodham Ferrers Station - 15 min walk
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toby Carvery - Runwell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Clover Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Oakland

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 3-star Chelmsford hotel is smoke free.

  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Karaoke
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Oakland offers 35 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Karaoke

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Oakland Chelmsford
Oakland Hotel Chelmsford
Oakland Hotel South Woodham Ferrers
Oakland South Woodham Ferrers
The Oakland Hotel
The Oakland Chelmsford
The Oakland Hotel Chelmsford

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Oakland?

The closest beach to The Oakland is Chalkwell Beach (12.5 km).

How much does it cost to stay at The Oakland?

As of 9 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Oakland on 10 Nov 2026 start from AU$156, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Oakland?

No, The Oakland does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Oakland?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Oakland?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Oakland?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Oakland Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 238 out of 571 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 571 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 571 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 571 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 571 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice accommodation, very clean, lot's of shops around and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went during the week so was really quiet...staff really friendly...all good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good,nice clean bathroom & room. A Pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great people and the hotel is outstanding ex
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely helpful and friendly staff! A great team, the hotel owner should be very proud indeed! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel. Clean and comfortable and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money with a great cental location 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely to stay somewhere where the windows open, the shower works, the bed was comfortable, the bar was open, the breakfast was cooked fresh. No frills, spot on location. Overall perfect for what we wanted. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable great value for money. Friendly welcome cooked breakfast included.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very good value for money, clean and warm room, really good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Good little hotel. Only had a quick stop but everything was great. Nice breakfast and quick in the morning. Extremely friendly staff 🙌
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and free parking. Great value with a decent breakfast. Staff were friendly and room was fresh and clean. Bed was very comfortable. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic staff Great Breakfast and very convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A bit dated and tierd, but tidy, clean, warm and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money. Room clean, roomy and welcoming. It's not 5 star, but for the price superb and breakfast was fantastic. Can't fault the place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to stay

This was a decent place to stop , good breakfast, nice hosts and reasonably priced .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor tbh, definitely not worth the price! Ok if u want to get drunk and crash and wake up and go, don’t take kids here at weekends even though it advertises family rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room, brilliant shower, nice staff. Everything good, i can't comment on the breakfast because i slept in and missed it!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It where okay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great value in good location super room great breakfast and very good price!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant venue
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good Honest hotel, no frills, but spot on for cost

Good value for money hotel..... rooms are clean and the breakfast is as good as you get for this sort of budget.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

It was all good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love this place

We love this hotel so much staff are great really friendly and helpful plus great breakfast !!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025