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The Bell Inn

3.5 star property

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A long dining table with chairs, a glass ceiling, and a brick wall with framed pictures.
A spacious living area with a wooden coffee table, a blue sofa, and a spiral staircase.
A red brick building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a garage.
A classic four-poster bed with ornate detailing, a large mirror, and a view of the city through the window.
An outdoor café with tables and chairs, surrounded by brick flooring and greenery.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Explore the area

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High Road, Horndon-On-The-Hill, Stanford-le-Hope, England, SS17 8LD
  • Place, Northlands Wood Country Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Langdon Hills Country Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Essex Wildlife Trust Thameside Nature Discovery Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Super Duper

A classic four-poster bed with ornate detailing, a large mirror, and a view of the city through the window.

Super Duper

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Rooms at the Inn

A bedroom with a bed, a grey sofa, and a window.

Rooms at the Inn

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Super Comfy

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a shower, and a bathroom.

Super Comfy

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Stable

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Stable

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Ground Floor Cosy

A bed with white linens and two colorful pillows, a dark headboard, and a black and white painting of sailboats on the wall.

Ground Floor Cosy

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Cosy Rooms

A glass table with two bottles and ice cubes, a white bed with grey pillows, and a window in the background.

Cosy Rooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Snug Rooms

A neatly made bed with a floral-patterned bedspread and two decorative pillows, a black headboard, a bedside table with a coffee maker, and a large mirror above the bed.

Snug Rooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfy

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with blinds, and a vase with flowers.

Comfy

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfy Plus

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and sink, featuring white tiles and wooden flooring.

Comfy Plus

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Stanford-le-Hope

At The Bell Inn you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Essex Wildlife Trust Thameside Nature Discovery Park and 4.3 km (2.6 mi) from Langdon Hills Country Park. Highlights at this inn include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and free self-parking. .The restaurant, The Ostlers, serves British cuisine. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Stanford-le-Hope inn you'll find River Thames.
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What's nearby

  • Northlands Wood Country Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Langdon Hills Country Park - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Essex Wildlife Trust Thameside Nature Discovery Park - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Westley Heights Country Park - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Eastgate Shopping Centre - 11 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Stanford-Le-Hope Station - 4 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pegasus Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Santino Italian - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Slice Of Italy - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Bell Inn

There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Bell Inn. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Stanford-le-Hope inn is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
The Bell Inn offers 26 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 3.95 to 8.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • The Bell Inn
  • The Ostlers

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions 24 hours prior to their arrival.

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per day.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 3.95 to 8.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per day

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
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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. 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, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Bell Inn Stanford-le-Hope
Bell Stanford-le-Hope
The Bell Inn Inn
The Bell Inn Stanford-le-Hope
The Bell Inn Inn Stanford-le-Hope

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Bell Inn?

The Bell Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bell Inn?

As of 12 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bell Inn on 31 Aug 2026 start from NZ$216, 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 Bell Inn?

Yep, The Bell Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Bell Inn?

The closest beach to The Bell Inn is Chalkwell Beach (18.6 km).

Does The Bell Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Bell Inn?

No, The Bell Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Bell Inn?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Bell Inn's onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Bell Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Bell Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 257 out of 355 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 355 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 355 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 355 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 355 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food in the restaurant and very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stuart Roger David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here when we visit the UK - its close to our family and friends and you get a real small village feel. Staff at the hotel are great and the breakfast is fantastic. Definitely prefer this to the any of the big name hotel chains so would absolutely recommend to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is very nice, clean and the staff where all great and very friendly , the restaurant is excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big room fantastic bathroom with bath & shower, wonderful views, free tea coffee water & biscuits
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dorinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Check in very friendly showed us to our room and explained what we needed to know. Room was very nice and very clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place fantastic food i will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I had ‘the snug’ but it’s not that small and served its purpose perfectly. With a lovely hot shower too!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was good value. The surrounding area is good. Back again in 2 weeks.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely one night stay in rook 18 (Called Afternoon tea) to visit family in the area. Room was amazing, fabulous bathroom, excellent food for dinner and breakfast. Staff were all friendly and helpful. Would certainly recommend and will stay again when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

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

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The surrounding area is what makes this hotel such a nice place to stay. The hotel is family friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Food accommodation all very good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at this property numerous times and have loved it every single time
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really nice room. Clean. Comfortable. Friendly and helpful staff. Evening meal in the bar was fantastic and breakfast was spot on. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

Superb find and nestled away from the motorway.

A fantastic place with very modern rooms and a welcoming group of staff. The two restaurants are lovely especially the Pub which has the classic pub feel but very clean and well presented. The room was immaculate and very cosy!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

Great stay

Had a great stay ,was in the area visiting friends for the weekend ,room was very clean and comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JONATHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed in a fantastic room at the Inn. Dinner in the pub was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Great stay

Excellent room & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff in both the pub and hotel were very helpful, The choice on the breakfast menu was very good and reasonable priced.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bright clean rooms in quiet location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An overnight stay after attending a wedding. Friendly staff and very good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great place to stay. I had the room named The Garret, it was lovely, bed very comfortable. Will definitely be revisiting this hotel to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023