Park Inn by Radisson Palace, Southend-on-Sea
Airport access
How you get from this hotel to the gate.
About this hotel
Park Inn by Radisson Palace stands out on this list for one specific reason: it is the only property tagging a dedicated airport shuttle directly, which removes the taxi-or-train guesswork that comes with most nearby hotels. Beyond the transfer, the rooms are unassuming rather than showy, some looking over the river for a view that beats a car park, and air conditioning runs throughout rather than relying on open windows. The restaurant on site handles dinner without needing to find somewhere open late, the pet-friendly policy is a genuine option for anyone travelling with an animal, and the golf tag gives an unusual way to fill a long layover. The property is smoke-free throughout for guests sensitive to that.