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Restaurant
Adults only
Air conditioning
Bar
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Kids' meals
Bathtub
Welcome to The Riverside Inn, your charming 3-star retreat nestled just 0.4mi from the heart of Chelmsford. A favorite among travelers, this delightful inn offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure, all wrapped up in its delightful setting. With prices starting at just $92, you can enjoy comfort and style without breaking the bank. So, pack your bags and prepare for an unforgettable stay!
At The Riverside Inn, every detail is designed with the traveler in mind, from the inviting air-conditioned rooms to the lovely terrace overlooking the beautiful gardens. Picture yourself savoring delicious meals at the on-site restaurant, or unwinding with a refreshing drink at the bar. The inn is adults-only, making it an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or a peaceful escape from the bustling world outside. Plus, families will appreciate the free kids' meals, ensuring everyone leaves happy!
With a remarkable 728 reviews, guests rave about their delightful experiences, praising the friendly service and cozy atmosphere. So whether you’re exploring the vibrant city or simply enjoying the inn's inviting ambiance, you’ll find The Riverside Inn is the perfect home base for your adventures in Chelmsford. Come discover why so many travelers cherish this charming escape!
As you step into The Riverside Inn, prepare to be embraced by an atmosphere steeped in warmth and charm. Immerse yourself in the exquisite traditional British cuisine offered at the on-site restaurant, where historical flavors meet contemporary flair. The cozy dining area, lined with rustic decor, creates the perfect backdrop for indulging in hearty meals that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely breakfast or a sumptuous dinner, each dish is crafted to provide a memorable dining experience that complements your stay perfectly.
After a delightful meal, head to the bar for a well-deserved refreshment. Sip on a chilled glass of wine or try one of the local brews as you unwind and share stories with fellow travelers. The inviting ambiance and friendly bartenders create a space where laughter and camaraderie flow as freely as the drinks. Furthermore, if you're looking to bask in the beautiful outdoors, take a leisurely stroll through the magnificent gardens or find a cozy nook on the terrace, where you can enjoy the fresh air and stunning views while losing yourself in a good book.
With everything from captivating attractions to the tranquility of the surrounding greenery, The Riverside Inn offers guests a perfect balance between exploration and relaxation. Whether you’re wandering the vibrant streets of Chelmsford or simply lounging in the inn's serene spaces, your time spent here will be nothing short of enchanting. Bring your sense of adventure, and let The Riverside Inn be the gateway to your next unforgettable experience!
Closest airports
London Stansted Airport
14.7miLondon City Airport
24.2miLuton Airport
37.5miLondon Heathrow Airport
44.2miLondon Gatwick Airport
49.1miRestaurant
Adults only
Air conditioning
Bar
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Kids' meals
Bathtub
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Double Room, Private Bathroom
1 Double Bed
110 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Tea/Coffee maker
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Welcome to our charming Double Room with a Private Bathroom, perfect for accommodating 2 adults. This cozy space features an inviting double bed, air conditioning, and a convenient tea/coffee maker. Relax and refresh in your private bathroom complete with a rejuvenating shower.
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Budget, Double/Twin
1 Twin Bed
1 Double Bed
110 sqft
Private Bathroom
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Free wifi
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John
8.2
March 2025
Interesting building. 18th Century former water mill with some even older bits, a listed building. At a great location with riverside walks &, just across the river, modern swimming baths, ice rink & Gym, loads of new restaurants, posh cinema & a John Lewis with cafes. Pedestrianised town centre just a short walk. No extra charge for wifi. Big, warm room showing the ancient roof timbers. Although there was no twin bed option, the double bed in our room was a very large one so that was fine. Smart en-suite, room cleaned & made up every day with new towels. No breakfast option, but can use room facilities + plenty of places nearby. Ate at their pub restaurant 2 nights - good.
The en-suite is relatively large & very pleasant, but the bath + tap-shower in our room was located where the roof slopes down & may not suit someone becoming a bit less mobile getting in and out of baths. It was not possible to stand up for a shower.
Claire
10
May 2025
On arrival we were met by Ruby who showed us to our room. She was very friendly, professional and very informative. She explained how the key system worked and gave us details on how to operate the coffee machine. The room was a really good size, bed was very comfortable. Really quirky due to the age of the building which we really liked. Good shower which is always a bonus particularly as it was above a bath. We had Sunday lunch which was absolutely fantastic. Really generous portions and cooked to perfection. We thought the prices were good too. Service throughout our stay was really good. Cannot say anything negative at all. We would recommend it to anyone needing a stay in Chelmsford and will definitely be using the Riverside Inn again. Perfect location, lovely garden and interior decor.
Peter
9.1
August 2024
Great location for where we needed to be. Well stocked hospitality tray and surprisingly quiet, considering their is a pub below. Comfy bed, plenty of storage, and a good-sized room. Great pub menu for evening meals, we weren't around at lunchtime.
The bathroom could probably do with a refresh. The Internet and Wi-Fi need looking at as it was quite patchy. For me, as I'm 6'4", the ceiling beams are rather low, but that's the character of the building. I only banged my head once. 🙂. It would have been nice if breakfast was available, but it wasn't an issue as there are plenty of places to eat close by.
Lindsey
10
August 2024
Gorgeous old inn, on the banks of the river and lots of character - old beams throughout and original windows. Excellent choice of alcohol free beer and gin (a real nice surprise as a soberista used to becks blue or nothing!) Bonus points for oat milk sachets with the coffee machine - again a real nice surprise for someone who doesn’t eat dairy. Rooms have super effective air con - bliss and lead to perfect nights sleep. Convenient location within walking distance of town centre and train station.
Breakfast wasn’t an option - cereal bars were ok but would have been nice to have list of places that deliver or provide breakfast close by
Sarah
9.1
March 2025
Location was fabulous, the room was spacious, and comfortable.
No parking even though there is a public car park across the road which we priced up for our next visit and it seemed a reasonable price, unfortunately they don’t do breakfast anymore but hopefully in the future they may change, and the city centre is so close to have breakfast elsewhere. We were in room 1 which I think is directly underneath room 5 which had very very squeaky floorboards so when they got up at 3 am for a wee, we did as well!
Tony
8.2
April 2025
Great location, with a public car park just across the road. The building has plenty of character and our room was spacious and comfortable. Like having 24h access with a fob, no need to remember a code
The only negative was the sound from the room above, there was a very creaky floor and the bathwater outflow was loud above our heads when in bed. We were in room 1 and the occupant above was an early riser on Sunday morning. Overall this didn't spoil our stay, but felt it should be mentioned
Karen
8.2
September 2024
Lovely cozy room. With lots of atmosphere. Comfy bed. Lovely clean fluffy towels, and an amazingly powerful shower. Meals in the pub great value and staff really took time to ensure my friend was catered for and safe due to multiple allergies. Staff friendly and really helpful. Quality tea and coffee supplies and Oat milk ❤️
Parking!!!! Carpark over the road is reasonably cheap at 6.60 for 24hours but you have to renew at 00.00. This can be done by phone just remember to set your alarm. Further on can paid more than 24hrs but so expensive
Lynn
9.1
June 2024
No breakfast offered in this location but complimentary breakfast cereal bars and tea bags etc provided. Lovely beamed decent sized room, self controlled heating/Aircon unit, comfortable bed, good bathroom (extractor fan broken). Food in restaurant/pub very good, large variety - reasonable price for the quality and quantity but not cheap. Plenty of garden seating. Location very close to town and river walk. I would recommend this Inn.
Paint work was a bit shabby but didn't effect enjoyment. Car park opposite was a bit of a pain to pay as you can't pay for overnight, you have to top up at midnight. Creaky floorboards outside and above room.
Jill
9.1
May 2024
Great place to stay we had a party in town so it was convenient to stay for us Room was nice bigger then I thought comfortable bed we had kettle coffee maker with biscuits and breakfast bar Staff were really friendly and helpful showed us to the room and explained how we have 24 hour access by a side door with key fob Car park opposite and it cost us 3.90 for 24 hours We had a drink in the beer garden before we rang a taxi for the party they gave us a list of numbers it was great atmosphere in the pub It is an old building and lots of stairs to the room something to be aware of if you have walking problems We would definitely stay here again
Marion
9.1
June 2024
The room was spacious and very well equipped with exceptional tea and coffee making facilities The bed was super comfortable and the aircon was very welcome as we had a heatwave at the time The staff were also helpful and quick to respond to requests
I couldnt get in touch with anybody before 12 midday when i wanted to try to extend my stay I wasnt aware of early closing for the check in on sunday and had to get a friend to get my key or else i would have been room less Thimble sized teacups (however i t is possibly my preference of mugs for my hot drinks )
Airports
London Stansted Airport
14.7miLondon City Airport
24.2miLuton Airport
37.5miLondon Heathrow Airport
44.2miLondon Gatwick Airport
49.1miAirports
London Stansted Airport
14.7miLondon City Airport
24.2miLuton Airport
37.5miLondon Heathrow Airport
44.2miLondon Gatwick Airport
49.1miAttractions
Rochester
24miTottenham Hotspur Stadium
25.1miSir John Soane's Museum
29.8miGabriel's Wharf
29.8miNovello Theatre
30miDuchess Theatre
30miLyceum Theatre
30.1miEast End
30.1miAmbassadors Theatre
30.3miQueen's Theatre
30.5miPrince of Wales Theatre
30.5miLyric Theatre London
30.6miHer Majesty's Theatre
30.6miLambeth Palace
30.7miPrimrose Hill
30.7miCuisines
Ambiances
Restaurant
Adults only
Air conditioning
Bar
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Kids' meals
Bathtub
Activities
Cycling
Fishing
Bathroom
Bathtub
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Bedroom
Linens
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Food & Drink
Bar
Kids' meals
Restaurant
Tea/Coffee maker
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
General
Adults only
Air conditioning
Designated smoking area
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Outdoors
Terrace
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Iron
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas
Spa
Fitness
From 14:00
Until 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 11:00
Pets are not allowed.
No internet access available.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Parking may not be available
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Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
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Cash only
This property accepts cash.
When are the check-in and check-out times for The Riverside Inn?
The standard timings at The Riverside Inn are as follows: Check-in from 02:00 PM to 09:00 PM and check-out no later than 11:00 AM.
How much does a stay at The Riverside Inn cost?
At The Riverside Inn, you can find rates starting from $92. It's important to consider that room type and booking dates can influence the final price. For clarity on rates, please input your dates.
What types of rooms does The Riverside Inn offer?
The hotel offers Double Rooms with Private Bathrooms. These rooms can accommodate up to 2 adults and do not allow smoking. The room size is 108 sqft and they have 1 double bed.
Which amenities can guests enjoy at The Riverside Inn?
At The Riverside Inn, guests can make the most of their time by enjoying the provided leisure amenities. They can indulge in cycling, fishing, and fitness activities within the hotel premises. Additionally, the hotel is exclusively for adults, ensuring a serene and peaceful stay.
When it comes to dining, guests can experience the traditional ambience and taste the delightful British cuisine at the on-site restaurant. Although the specific restaurant name is not mentioned in the data, guests can rest assured that they will have a memorable dining experience.
Overall, guests at The Riverside Inn can relax and unwind while taking advantage of the various leisure amenities offered within the hotel. They can enjoy outdoor activities, stay active at the fitness center, and savor delicious meals at the traditional British restaurant.
Does The Riverside Inn have on-site restaurants?
Yes, the Riverside Inn has a restaurant on site. The restaurant is called Ambiances and offers traditional British cuisine.
Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at The Riverside Inn?
No, cash is not a valid payment option at The Riverside Inn.
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