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The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion

4.0 star property

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Front of property
Luxury Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite | Bathroom shower
Free daily English breakfast
Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite
Property entrance

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
11 June - 12 June

Explore the area

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9-13 Wilson Road, Southend-on-Sea, England, SS1 1HG
  • Place, Adventure Island
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Southend Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Southend Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Ensuite

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Compact Double Room

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Compact Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Luxury Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Ensuite

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Living room

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

  • 18 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Southend-on-Sea

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion places you in the centre of Southend-on-Sea, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Southend Pier and Adventure Island. Highlights at this boutique guest house include a complimentary breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the guest house's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. 140 square feet (13 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Southend-on-Sea guest house include Southend Cliff Gardens and Genting Casino.
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What's nearby

  • Cliffs Pavilion - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Adventure Island - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Three Shells Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Southend Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Southend Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Southend Central Station - 9 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Henry Higgins - Fish & Chips - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cricketers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Olde Trout - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Oliver’s On The Beach - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Chicken - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion

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

Event space at this guest house measures 140 square feet (13 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Victorian Southend-on-Sea guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 140 sq ft of conference space
  • 13 sq. m of conference space
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion offers 20 accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. This Southend-on-Sea guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 6 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 140 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 21 August and 21 August.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 12.00 per room (one-way)
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 6 per day (16 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Ilfracombe House
Ilfracombe House Hotel
Ilfracombe House Hotel Southend-on-Sea
Ilfracombe House Southend-on-Sea
Ilfracombe Southend-on-Sea
Ilfracombe House Guesthouse Southend-on-Sea
Ilfracombe House Guesthouse
The Ilfracombe House
The Ilfracombe House Hotel near Cliffs Pavilion
The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion Guesthouse

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion?

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion?

As of 10 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion on 11 June 2026 start from AU$166, 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 parking available at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion?

Yep, The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion?

Yep, The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion is a short 13-minute walk from Three Shells Beach.

Does The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary English brekkie is on offer weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion?

Check-in begins at 1:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 491 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 491 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 491 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 491 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 491 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good amenities, staff friendly and helpful. Free parking Lovely food Would go again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly check-in, room was a good size plus breakfast and parking included meant the overall price was fair compared to chain hotel in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room and gorgeous breakfast. Staff are so friendly and welcoming. Would definitely stay again and recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming little hotel. Excellent sized rooms, comfy beds, tasty cooked breakfast, and great staff. Loved the bar area!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable hotel with easy parking. Large rooms with modern ensuite facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kiri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely place to stay. Great price, clean and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay in this family run hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast was freshly cooked and very substantial. The dining area was very pleasant and comfortable and served very nicely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some parts are a little dated but a good, clean, comfortable room with everything I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location with parking, excellent breakfast and comfy room with full size bath. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Deepak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 1 night, good location, free parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

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

Great stay.

Lovely family run hotel. Very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A very well run hotel in a fantastic location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, friendly family owned and run hotel in lively area of Southend. Would definitely recommend and shall go next time I'm in Southend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Good breakfast. Private parking Handy for Cliffs Pavilion Room well equipped and spacious Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

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

Enjoyed our stay

Great stay, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Third stay at this little hotel, fantastic breakfast, ideal location with free parking. Very clean simply furnished room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room Super friendly staff Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely spacious room with modern clean bathroom. Very friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast, the full English set us up for the day! We would definitely stay there again, really close to the Cliffs Theatre, so brilliant for staying over after a show.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and helpful staff, good food, clean. Woluld stay there again. Only downside on street parking and difficult to find a space near hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Looked after well by very friendly manager, good food, great breakfast & large room with very comfy bed ensuring a good sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely hotel, beautiful bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It’s more of a guest house than a hotel. Decent location for the front and within walking distance of the centre. Stayed in a double room which was clean and comfortable. Large TV showing football in the bar and Stella on draught at a reasonable price. Breakfast was ok. Staff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025