CARIS Guest House is located in Southend-on-Sea, just a 2-minute walk from the seafront and 1312 feet from Adventure Island, Marine Parade and Southend Pier which is the longest pleasure pier in the world. Free WiFi is available throughout. For guests’ comfort and convenience all rooms are equipped with a fridge, a flat-screen TV with Freeview channels. A hospitality tray awaits with complimentary tea and coffee making facilities. Free Wi Fi is available throughout. Public car parks and bus stops are close by. The Royals Shopping Center is a 4-minute walk away, while the Victoria Shopping Center is a 13-minute walk away. Kursaal and Sea Life Adventure are 1312 feet from CARIS Guest House. Southend Central station is a 7-minute walk away while Southend Victoria Station is a 15-minute walk away. The nearest airport is London Southend Airport, 2.5 mi from CARIS Guest House.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Southend-on-Sea
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  • Rick
    United States of America United States of America
    Brilliant stay, Carol was so wonderful and accommodated all my needs quickly
  • Patrick
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Carol was very welcoming and always ready to help.
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Such a warm friendly welcome. My room was absolutely spotless. Very modern with stylish interior. Bed was the comfiest I’ve slept in. Small box of cornflakes and milk in the fridge which was a wonderful touch. Carol was and is the best host you...

Host Info

9.7
9.7
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

CARIS Guest House offers a selection of relaxing well equipped rooms and is “ideally” located close to all amenities, making this a great choice for the business traveller – or for leisure. For guests’ comfort and convenience all rooms are equipped with a fridge, kettle and a flat screen television. A welcome tray awaits with complimentary tea & coffee making facilities. Free Wi Fi is available throughout. The Beach, Town Centre, Public car parks and bus stops are all very close by.
CARIS Guest House is centrally located just a two minute walk from Southend seafront, City Beach and Marine Parade - with its ever vibrant attractions, amusements, bars and restaurants. Southend Pier, the longest pleasure pier in the world, Adventure Island Fun Park, Sea Life Adventure and the Kursaal are a five minute stroll along Marine Parade. A vast number of sporting and leisure activities, museums and concerts are held in and around Southend and its surrounding Countryside and Parks. The Royals Shopping Centre is on Pier Hill with far reaching views across the Thames Estuary, and a five minute walk from CARIS Guest House. From Pier Hill take a 5 minute stroll along Southend High Street with its array of shops and restaurants, and Southend Central Railway Station (to London Fenchurch Street) is located. An additional few minutes to the top of the High Street brings you to the Victoria Shopping Centre and Southend Victoria Railway Station (to London Liverpool Street). Southend Central Bus Station is just off the High Street, with buses to surrounding areas. It is a ten minute drive to London Southend Airport.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of CARIS Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
Bedroom
  • Linens
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bingo
    Off-site
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Beach
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

CARIS Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 5 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash CARIS Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform CARIS Guest House 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.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about CARIS Guest House

  • CARIS Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Bowling
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Mini golf
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Live music/Performance
    • Bingo
    • Beach

  • Check-in at CARIS Guest House is from 3:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • Room options at CARIS Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Family

  • The nearest beach is 500 feet from CARIS Guest House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at CARIS Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • CARIS Guest House is 2,600 feet from the center of Southend-on-Sea. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.