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About this property

The Riverside Inn is a converted 17th-century mill situated 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 Centre are both just 10 minutes’ walk away. Chelmsford Rail Station also offers a direct route to London Liverpool Street Station.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

    • Loyal customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room type
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1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kelly
    Australia Australia
    I found the property absolutely gorgeous and I will be very happy to stay there again love the chandelier ☺️
  • Michele
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was beautiful ( we were in the attic). . Exceptionally clean, a beautiful comfy bed and in the best location for our trip to the Radio 2 party in the park. It was only a 5/10 minutes walk to the train/ bus and taxis
  • Kelly
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were really helpful, allowing me to check-in early to grab the keys before i headed out for the day and they put my bag in the room once it was ready!! Thanks so much.
  • Al
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Accomodatio space was great, a nice raised level snug/sofa area. Nice and quiet. Great location with paid parking immediately opposite at reasonable rates.
  • Lee
    Australia Australia
    Location was good being quite close to the railway station and is easy to find. The pub attached to the hotel was nice. Hotel was very quiet and clean.
  • Lesia
    Australia Australia
    The Inn is centrally located with a large beer garden. My room was large and comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful.
  • Kim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely big room. Great tea and coffee making facilities with breakfast bars and biscuits which was a nice touch. Big, clean white fluffy bath towels.
  • Andree
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Booking.com a fraud. Kept my money Ai machine answer call. Taken week no refund. They double booked Keep away from Booking.com
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very friendly staff. Rooms are a great size. Had everything we needed. Extra touch of coffee machine with pods, breakfast bars, tea and bottled water.
  • Gemma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really lovely little place...very central really good value for money...exceeded my expectations...clean ..just what you needed when travelling for business

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

The Riverside Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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 The Riverside Inn in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.