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The Ship

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A bar setting with a glass of a clear, possibly alcoholic beverage garnished with a lime slice, on a bar counter with a green cloth underneath. - The Ship (Chelmsford)
A room with a wooden rocking chair, a mirror, and a bed with white bedding. - The Ship (Chelmsford)
A corner building with a sign reading "The Ship" and a pub named "Greene King". - The Ship (Chelmsford)
A cozy bar area with wooden furniture, patterned chairs, and wall-mounted lamps. - The Ship (Chelmsford)
A neatly made bed with white linens and a wooden headboard. - The Ship (Chelmsford)
The Ship provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Room 6)

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a red rug.

Double Room, Ensuite (Room 6)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

A room with two wooden beds, a wooden wardrobe, a chair, a desk with a tray, and a mirror.

Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 5)

A room with two wooden beds, nightstands, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 5)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Room 6)

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a red rug.

Double Room, Ensuite (Room 6)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

A room with two wooden beds, a chair, a bedside table, and a lamp.

Twin Room, Ensuite (Room 4)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite, Shared Bathroom (Bath and Shower)

A bedroom with a bed, a red wall, a framed picture, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Suite, Shared Bathroom (Bath and Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 3)

A bedroom with two single beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 3)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 5)

A bedroom with two single beds, a wooden wardrobe, a black leather chair, and a chandelier.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom (Room 5)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite (Room 7)

A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, dresser, and a window with blinds.

Single Room, Ensuite (Room 7)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Room 8)

A bedroom with a bed, a round mirror, a patterned wallpaper, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Double Room, Ensuite (Room 8)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite, City View (Room 9)

A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, dresser, and a window with blinds.

Single Room, Ensuite, City View (Room 9)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 10)

A neatly made bed with white linens, a headboard with a light wood finish, and a patterned wallpaper with a leaf-like design.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Room 10)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Chelmsford is home to The Ship. Peter Edwards Museum And Library and Maldon Combined Military Services Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Bond Street and Forest Drive Shops. Riverside Leisure Centre and Riverside Ice and Leisure are also worth visiting. Visit our Chelmsford travel guide
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18 Broomfield Road, Chelmsford, England, CM1 1SW

What's nearby

  • A classical pavilion with a dome and columns in a park.
    Admirals Park LNR
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A historic church with a tall spire and red tulips in the foreground.
    Chelmsford Cathedral
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Central Park
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bond Street
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Forest Drive Shops
    3 min drive - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Chelmsford Station
    4 min walk
  • Stansted Airport (STN)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Back Inn Time
    7 min walk
  • The Ale House
    4 min walk
  • Radio City Social
    4 min walk
  • The Ship
    1 min walk
  • The Plough
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Food and drink

  • Ice maker

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ship pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at The Ship?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ship?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Ship located?

Situated in Chelmsford, this inn is within a 10-minute walk of Chelmsford Cathedral, Admirals Park LNR, and Central Park. Admirals Park and Bond Street are also within 15 minutes. Chelmsford Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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Reviews

The Ship Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 300 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 300 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 300 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 300 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 300 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mariama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful. We were swapped to a better room without asking. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Good pub with rooms, friendly team
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ezra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great hotel room - modern, clean and comfy. TV is quite big! Only issue was the windows didn't open but a fan was included. But great for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay good food in the evening
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

ANDERS

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I booked a room that was not facing the street. The room was okay, but very small. There was a window, but the glass was dirty and the immediate outside was very dirty. The staff was polite and helpful. There is no lobby, just a bar with rooms upstairs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bedroom was really nice and clean although the bed had been really creaky and the room was hot. The tv didn’t bar many channels. But the overall experience and room was good. People at the bar were very friendly and the staff were lovely. There was a good vibe and atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old pub right next to Chelmsford rail and bus stations. Very welcoming bar staff. Rooms are really nicely decorated with tea and coffee making and separate secure access. Really great value and centrally located for all Chelmsford has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness
Hmm. The room was fine, and in a good location. The blinds aren’t great, though, and let in a lot of light. However, what has caused me to give it a poor score is, I’d been to a funeral the day before and was looking forward to a lie in before my long drive home. Imagine my annoyance, then, when the cleaner tried to get into my room at 7am and of course woke me up. The only thing I wanted was a good night’s sleep and The Ship failed me. I reckon Greene King should refund me.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sonny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff very helpful and food excellent But room 7 seems to be over a cellar so noisey throw the night. And brick wall covering window.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great food loads of options stayed 3 times now will be staying again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Abhijit

Liked: Amenities
Staff was courteous. Room was smaller than expected; a bit claustrophobic, but fine for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the en suite room, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff friendly, room clean, food/drinks great! Not handicapped fitted, lots of stairs. Separate toilet and shower area outside room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful staff and good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna

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

I will stay again.

Good stay, comfortable, reasonably quiet for city centre pub. Plan to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

G

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

Better than chain hotels

Really clean and comfortable room, toasty warm, good shower
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Anneli

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No hairdryer in the room. Shared Bathroom was upstairs. Bit of a maze. Staff friendly. Bed comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robertas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's a nice place to stay. Rooms are very nice and tidy. Also., brilliant pub at ground floor 👍❗
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Amenities
Extremely clean , my single room had everything in for my one night stay , great shower , comfortable bed .Very good value for money very good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colin

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

Excellent.

Very convenient location; had a very comfortable night's sleep. Would use this venue again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely place

Lovely clean room & shared bathroom & toilets were kept lovely & clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

Business 1 night stay

Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024