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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Sea View | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Sea View | Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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New Rd, Leigh on Sea, Leigh-on-Sea, England, SS9 2EA
  • Place, Bell Wharf Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Estuary Bicycle Trail
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Chalkwell Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Sea View | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Classic Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Sea View | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Family Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Family Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Sea View

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Sea View | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Ship Hotel

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge and spa services. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning and free newspapers are on-site. Change of towels is available on request
The Ship Hotel offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and blackout curtains. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
During your stay at The Ship Hotel, you're just a quick walk from Bell Wharf Beach. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Cliffs Pavilion and 7 minutes from Southend Pier
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury The Ship Hotel. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. A complete renovation of The Ship Hotel was completed in July 2025.

This 4.5-star Leigh-on-Sea hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
On-site venue – Overlooking the ocean, this fine-dining restaurant specialises in British cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
On-site venue No. 2 – This bar specialises in British cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1798
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - July 2025
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 100 per vehicle (return, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
The Ship Hotel offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 72 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

The Ship Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms and good stafff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really lovely stay, great service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bryony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place. The service in the bar/restaurant was impeccable and the food was delicious. Rooms are spacious, clean and comfortable. Great location. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel room and food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room & staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Beautiful hotel Was there yo celebrate my husband birthday. Gave a free upgrade to make even more special. Breakfast was great too
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing! Friendly staff, smooth check in, beautiful room, right by Old Leigh. We also ate in the restaurant where the service and food were both exceptional. So good, we booked to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay , staff were great, hotel is excellent. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, friendly and really helpful staff, amazing food, beautiful rooms with good facilities and a really nice location with lots of great facilities within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was perfect Very nice touches for our dog Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fabulous the staff were very polite and attentive all in all a very pleasant stay would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Very comfortable. Very clean. Staff very attentive
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful rooms, perfect food and amazing staff! EV charging is a great new addition too, made the onwards journey so much easier.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great, clean and contemporary. Staff were always helpful and polite. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

This is new boutique hotel and they done it all really well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

Excellent room, very polite staff

Room was immaculate and bed very comfy. Staff very friendly and polite. Will definitely stay again when next in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy

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

Lovely stay!

Fab experience lovely hotel- can’t think of anything negative at all! we had a very lovely comfortable stay- would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s been refurbished to the highest quality and the food is amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely brilliant stay! We only did a one night stay but the hotel itself is superb. Very friendly staff (Grace in particular), with clean modern fittings and fixtures. Comfortable bed and pillows and breakfast was so fresh and tasty. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely overnight stay at The Ship. It was very comfortable and clean with friendly staff. Excellent location near to the beach, Leigh train station, pubs, restaurants and Leigh Broadway for shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking is the only issue with minimal spaces available and access is tight Service and quality of breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely little hotel in the Old Town Part of Leigh on Sea. The room was lovely and i had a view out across the estuary. The bed was super comfy and the bathroom was great with a fab shower and soft towels. I didnt eat in the restaurant but the food looked amazing. The staff were lovely. Friendly and helpful. Make sure to book parking in advance and dont be out off by the railway line. I hardly heard it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

Spotless Room, great staff. All
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025