One of The Best Hotels in Essex

Our charming coaching Inn has been welcoming guests and hosting gatherings since the 15th century. Great hospitality is truly at its ‘hart’.

There’s our award-winning 2 AA rosette dining. Eat from our pub classics and garden menu or something a little fancier in our charming oak-beamed restaurant.

In need of a hotel in Essex? Rest your head in luxurious comfort in one of our 13 five gold star bedrooms.

Or marry and celebrate at one of the best hotels in Essex - our picturesque Essex Barn, tucked away in our gorgeous, leafy green garden.

Weddings

Nestled in over four acres of vibrant, landscaped gardens, is The Essex Barn. With unforgettable wedding celebrations in mind, this unique space is influenced by the character of the original Inn, with rich woodwork and decorative tapestries, and balanced with high pitched ceilings and large windows that flood the barn with light.

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Bridal Prep Room with king size bed and large mirrors

Stay

The bedrooms at our Essex hotels are set away from the main building, offering seclusion, peace and space.

Rooms are warm, inviting and beautifully decorated in neutral tones, with doubles, twins and family rooms available. Each has a luxury en-suite wet room, and the bridal suite offers a freestanding bath too.

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Dine

The White Hart Hotel in Essex is the perfect setting for a quick bite, a date night or a family get together.

Our quality ingredients are sourced locally and transformed by our award-winning chefs into tempting dishes. Eat in our oak-panelled restaurant, cosy up with a drink in our bar, or soak up the sunshine in our spacious garden.

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Your event, our venue

Celebrate life’s special moments in the Essex barn at our hotel in Essex.

Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, engagement parties and all celebrations in between, our all-inclusive package includes a Bucks Fizz welcome, a finger buffet with mini desserts, a fully licensed bar and an evening DJ.

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Offers and breaks

For exclusive offers, seasonal savings and last-minute room availability at one of the best hotels in Essex, check back here regularly, or get in touch with our friendly team to find out more.

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Things to do

The White Hart is conveniently located in North Essex, yet only a short drive from both the Suffolk and Cambridgeshire borders, so there is plenty to explore. If you’re after the buzz of shops and cafes, then the towns of Braintree and Colchester are both within a 40-minute drive from our hotel in Essex. Or to enjoy the area’s countryside at its best then head to nearby area of outstanding beauty, Dedham Vale.

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Power up with EV charging

Stay fully charged while you refuel or stay at one of the best restaurants and hotels in Essex with our electric vehicle charging points. We have three installed in our large car park, including one fast charger. Simply enquire at the bar when you arrive, and we’ll get you plugged in.

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