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The Palace Hotel Southend

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A multi-story building with the sign "PALACE" on the top. - The Palace Hotel Southend (Southend-on-Sea)
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At The Palace Hotel Southend, you can look forward to a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Pier View, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

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  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

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  • 26 sq m
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  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside telephone, and a window with a view of buildings.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside telephone, and a window with a view of buildings.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a television, and a balcony with a view.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a desk, two chairs, and a balcony with curtains.

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  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Sea View (Family)

  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a television, and a balcony with a view.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside telephone, and a window with a view of buildings.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible

  • 26 sq m
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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

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  • Sleeps 2
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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View

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  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a small table, and a view of the sea.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a telephone, and a wooden headboard.

Standard Room

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Southend-on-Sea, The Palace Hotel Southend is near a train station and near the beach. Estuary Bicycle Trail and Belfairs Public Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Adventure Island and Sealife Adventure. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Roots Hall Stadium or Thames Road. Visit our Southend-on-Sea travel guide
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Church Road, Southend-on-Sea, England, SS1 2AL

What's nearby

  • An amusement park with roller coasters, a Ferris wheel, and a large yellow building.
    Adventure Island
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A blue train labeled "Sir John Betjeman" on a docked train track.
    Southend Pier
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A row of beach huts with blue and white exteriors, numbered sequentially, along a gravel beach.
    Southend Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Southend-on-Sea City Hall
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cliffs Pavilion
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Southend Central Station
    6 min walk
  • Stansted Airport (STN)
    79 min drive

Restaurants

  • Utopia Coffee Lounge
    2 min walk
  • Clarkes Fish & Chips
    5 min walk
  • Sands Bistro/Restaurant
    7 min walk
  • Fish & Wish
    5 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 25 per day)

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12 for adults and GBP 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Pier View

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3,767 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children aged 12 and younger eat free breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 12.00 for adults and GBP 12.00 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 25 per day (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safety Protocol (Radisson)
Property Registration Number 06530365

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The Palace Hotel Southend pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at The Palace Hotel Southend?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Palace Hotel Southend?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is The Palace Hotel Southend located?

Situated by the sea, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Southend Pier, Adventure Island, and Southend Cliff Gardens. Three Shells Beach and Southend Pier Museum are also within 10 minutes. Southend Central Station is 6 minutes by foot and Southend Victoria Station is 11 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Palace Hotel Southend Reviews

7.2

Good

6.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.0

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 292 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 186 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 130 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 110 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff.. a great stay had by my family
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location,staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family room which was very spacious, very clean and comfortable. They supplied 2 fans as no air conditioning, they will be going through refurbishment soon. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Basic clean rooms but fine if you are planning on being out most of the time. Family room was spacious with a great view of the pier. Excellent location for seafront attractions and high st shops. We ate breakfast in Tomassi's which is 3min walk away. Decent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay two nights It’s was very good trip And the hotel was very nice and clean I chose family room I thought it’s small But when I opened the room it’s was very big very nice Even they put coffee table with two chairs Even my children have a good space On the Room Plus the hotel smell very very nice All the time if I go there I will choose this hotel Thank you very much for your nicely with us
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good value for money. Large rooms. No parking though.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
One night stay all good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, WIFI was excellent the view was amazing and the room was massive
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, really nice rooms and amazing view of Southend pier. Very nice friendly staff. My only negative point is that breakfast is overpriced and cold be improved. Would definitely still go back though!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the staff, the proximity to beach and shops. Had to stay 3 more nights because flight was cancelled and it was no problem for them
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location and the staff go above and beyond. The carpets definitely need updating throughout the hotel as had some bleach stains on them but the bedding was fresh and clean, as were the toilet/bathroom areas and the food was great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff friendly & helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great sea view nice clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location, friendly staff and very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A bit shabby, with an amazing sea view, large rooms and a decent breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
great place nice location friendly staff with can do attitude
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and location are good. The beds and pillows were quite uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Recently stayed at this lovely hotel, great location, cannot fault it at all, they did run out of Guinness in the bar though for the 3 day period I was there but that’s not a problem. Highly recommend and definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff Stained carpets and curtains in the bedroom
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Centrally located very comfortable hotel.

Well located hotel. Very comfortable bed and a good night's sleep. Reception team were very efficient and friendly. A great asset to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great place… have regular stays as the service , hotel staff and breakfast is lovey… really happy with the room. Great view
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were amazing room was a good size only issue we had were the carpets they really need new ones
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025