Nestled in a serene setting, Channels Hotel offers an upscale experience with full breakfast, 18 holes of golf, and a peaceful garden. Guests rave about the helpful staff as they unwind with lunch or dinner at Channels Bar & Brasserie or explore the on-site amenities like free WiFi and self parking.
Belsteads Farm Lane, Little Waltham, Chelmsford, England, CM3 3PT
What's nearby
Chelmsford Cathedral - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
Bond Street - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
Leez Priory - 8 min drive - 11.0 km
Chelmsford City Racecourse - 8 min drive - 10.6 km
Hylands House and Park - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
Getting around
Stansted Airport (STN) - 29 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 41 min drive
London City Airport (LCY) - 69 min drive
Wickford Hatfield Peverel Station - 8 min drive
Chelmsford Station - 10 min drive
Wickford White Notley Station - 11 min drive
Restaurants
KFC - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 15 min walk
The Grange - 6 min drive
Red Beret - 7 min drive
Costa Coffee - 14 min walk
About this property
Channels Hotel
A great stay at Channels Hotel in Chelmsford can include a round of golf at the 18-hole course. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Channels Bar & Brasserie, which serves lunch and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
21 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Working away
Business center
Services
Wedding services
Facilities
Garden
Golf course on site
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
40-inch plasma TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Channels Bar & Brasserie - This brasserie serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Little Channels Bistro - This bistro serves lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 2 to January 10:
Bar/Lounge
Dining venue(s)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Channels Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Channels Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Channels Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Channels Hotel and nearby?
Tee off at the onsite golf course. Channels Hotel also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Channels Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Channels Bar & Brasserie.
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Channels Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.6
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was freshly cooked, healthy, delicious, and of high quality. (12 reviews)
The restaurant served fresh and tasty food with a wide choice of meals at a reasonable price. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
May 5, 2025
Lovely stay here for a local wedding.
Gavin
Gavin, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 13, 2025
Nice room and facilities. Breakfasts were a bit iffy.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 1, 2025
This is one of the nicest hotels that I have ever visited. The facilities are modern and very clean and the staff are excellent.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 13, 2025
Lovely place to stay , I am going back for sure, this will always be my choice 1 when staying over for bussiness at Chelmsford. Amazing surroundings , clean and comfy room , fantastic breakfast. Thank you!
Melpomeni
Melpomeni, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 14, 2025
Great stay
Great room, service and lovely breakfast, with good friendly staff
Aaron
Aaron, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 24, 2025
Really nice well equipped bedroom, and excellent value for money
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 18, 2025
Stunning hotel and location. I hope to return soon
Nicola
Nicola, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 29, 2024
What a great place, we loved it here and will deinately stay again.
michelle
michelle, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 31, 2024
Great place to stay if in the Chelmsford area ,friendly staff and well appointed rooms ,would definitely recommend.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 4, 2025
Recommend
Cinde
Cinde, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 8, 2024
Lovely place, great staff. Room and breakfast both gorgeous. Would definitely stay again.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 23, 2024
Our whole stay was excellent
Silvana
Silvana, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 30, 2025
Fabulous resort style hotel.
Booked on a recommendation from a local venue and it didn’t disappoint all rooms are in lodges with a cafe/bistro on site. We had breakfast and dinner which were both freshly cooked and excellent.
Dawn
Dawn, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 13, 2025
Excellent
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 15, 2024
Really impressed with this hotel.
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 3, 2024
Excellent stay, hope to stay again in the future
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 9, 2024
Top job as ever Fave place to stay
jamie
jamie, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Apr 9, 2025
Great gem
Have not stayed here for a few years, not a lot has changed, stilll amazing room, with walk in shower and huge, comfortable bed.
Plus some nice extra touches in the room with upmarket décor and mini fridge
The brasserie is not open Mon/Tues but the café offers evening meals that were fabulous.
Delicious, fresh and a great selection.
The staff were amazing as well, great service, friendly and superbly attentive.
Will be looking to stay here again
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 19, 2024
Great property
Lovely clean rooms
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 30, 2024
Great find - spotless comfortable room . Lovely English breakfast.
simon
simon, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 16, 2022
Always my favourite place to stay when I’m away - cleanliness is spotless service is really good I’m yet to try the bar at the lodges so maybe next time overall great place to stay
Jamie
Jamie, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Sep 11, 2024
Home from home, very comfortable and cozy, everything you’d need to have a quiet night in watching the T.V
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 15, 2024
nice food nice stay
We have a pub to run so always running about as soon as we get quiet time we come to channels to have a chill out night.
Victoria
Victoria, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 24, 2024
Gorgeous! Clean and comfortable room, excellent food at the pub. Check in was super smooth: very well organised. Loved the affordable mini-bar. The bath was divine. Would absolutely recommend.
Kerry
Kerry, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 29, 2024
Great one night stay
Great overnight stay … lovely room. Only one small negative …. And it is me being really picky.. bottled water in room would be nice as well as hair conditioner.