The Riverside Inn | Hotel in Chelmsford

| 8.6 (812 Reviews) |  2 Bathrooms  4 Guests
Chelmsford Hotel | The Riverside Inn

Hotel in Chelmsford

The Riverside Inn is a converted 17th-century mill located on the River Chelmer, just 5 minutes’ walk from Chelmsford town center and Rail Station. It is a busy pub that shows sports and has a lively atmosphere All rooms at The Riverside Inn are refurbished with individual period features, and offer en-suite private bathrooms, TVs, hairdryers, and tea and coffee-making facilities. They offer a small plates/pizzas style menu for guests to enjoy in the bar/lounge. The hotel also features a decked garden overlooking the river and mill stream. Chelmsford Cathedral and High Chelmer Shopping Center are both just 10 minutes’ walk away. Chelmsford Rail Station also offers a direct route to London Liverpool Street Station.

The Riverside Inn is located in Chelmsford.

This 5 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Restaurant, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 812 reviews with the average score of 8.6 . Coming to Chelmsford and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Designated Smoking Area
View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Child Friendly
Internet

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Kids' meals
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Activities
  • Badminton equipment
  • Bowling
  • Fishing
  • Fitness
  • Cycling
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Daily housekeeping
Internet
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please note that check-in time for sunday is from 14:00 until 19:00, please note that parking is not available at this property, please, be aware that the building is 400 years old and can be quite creaky and noisy, hotel do not offer a breakfast at the riverside but there is complimentary tea, coffee and cereal bars in the room.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, managed by a private host

Reviews

Value for money:
9.04
Location:
9.24
Staff:
8.99
Facilities:
8.65
Comfort:
9.01
Cleanliness:
8.98
Hughes
Jan 19, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Double Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 10 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double Room with Private Bathroom

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Internet

Internet facilities

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Bathtub, Toilet, Shower

General

Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Iron, Smoke Alarm

Living Area

Desk

Room Amenities

Hypoallergenic pillow

Layout

Window

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Budget Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 10 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Internet

Internet facilities

Bathroom

Bathtub, Toilet, Private bathroom

General

Heating

Bedroom

Linens

Layout

Window
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