pebbles Hotel
A Victorian townhouse B&B overlooking the beach
Airport access
How you get from this hotel to the gate.
About this hotel
pebbles Hotel occupies a Victorian townhouse rather than a purpose-built hotel block, giving its stylish, modern rooms a character that comes from the building itself, with a beach-overlooking position that few other properties on this list can match. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are both included, and Camelia Restaurant is a minute away on foot for dinner. Adventure Island is a four-minute taxi ride for families with time to fill, and the family-run atmosphere carries through the whole 9.4-out-of-10-rated stay. The property is kid-friendly and smoke-free throughout, combining a boutique townhouse feel with straightforward practical basics rather than charging extra for either, an unusual pairing for a hotel in this price range near a small regional airport.
- Beach overlook
- Free parking
- Victorian townhouse
- Family-run
Our take
This suits travellers who want a boutique, characterful stay with beach views without paying resort prices, particularly given the high 9.4 rating backing up the family-run reputation. Free parking alongside the Victorian townhouse setting makes this one of the stronger value picks on this list for anyone wanting character over a standard chain block, and the beach position is genuinely rare this close to the terminal.
- Request a beach-facing room specifically when booking, the Victorian townhouse layout means views vary by room.
- Book ahead given the high rating, well-reviewed boutique B&Bs like this one fill quickly.
- Walk to Camelia Restaurant a minute away for dinner rather than travelling further.
Why we love it
- Victorian townhouse with real character
- High 9.4 out of 10 guest rating
- Free Wi-Fi and free parking
- Overlooks the beach
Why guests love itPebbles Hotel is a family-run four-star B&B in a Victorian townhouse overlooking the beach, which gives families sea views and the sand within a few steps. Adventure Island, Southend's seafront amusement park, is four minutes away by taxi, an easy treat for children before or after a flight from London Southend Airport. Free parking and free wi-fi cover the practical side. The 9.4/10 score from 162 reviews is excellent. I would recommend it for a short seaside stay with children.