Essex County Hotel
Essex County Hotel has 2 meeting/event spaces for 20–60 delegates (theatre), largest: Main Conference Room (60).
- Up to 80 delegates
- 2 meeting spaces
1 photosPhotography pending verification1 photosCapacity overview
2 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Conference Room | 60 | — | 24 | 40 | 30 | — | — | 45 |
| Breakout Room | 20 | — | 12 | 18 | 16 | — | — | 25 |
At a glance
The Essex County Hotel is a charming traditional hotel situated on Marine Parade, offering spectacular views across the Thames Estuary. Located in the heart of Southend-on-Sea, this elegant Victorian property combines period character with modern amenities. The hotel features comfortable accommodation, meeting and event facilities, and is ideally positioned for both business and leisure guests. With its prime seafront location, guests enjoy easy access to Southend's pier, beaches, and town centre attractions. The venue offers flexible meeting spaces suitable for conferences, training events, and private functions, all complemented by professional service and catering facilities.
Best suited for
- Business Meetings
- Conferences
- Training Sessions
- Workshops
- Corporate Events
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- Sea Views
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Meeting Rooms
- Event Facilities
- 24-hour Reception
- Parking Nearby
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible restrooms
Location & getting there
31 Marine Parade, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 2EL, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
Essex County Hotel is a verified hotel in Southend-on-Sea, hosting up to 80 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Historic, Corporate, Networking. Verified on-site: wi-fi, food & catering, bedrooms, accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, corporate conferences and board meetings, receptions and networking events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & productionNot listed
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 5 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Essex County Hotel have?
Essex County Hotel has 2 meeting and event spaces in Southend-on-Sea, seating up to 60 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Essex County Hotel's largest event space?
The largest event space at Essex County Hotel is Main Conference Room, with a maximum capacity of 60 guests.
What conference facilities does Essex County Hotel offer?
Essex County Hotel offers Free WiFi, Sea Views, Restaurant, Bar, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 2 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 80 guests in theatre style, 60 in classroom style, 40 in boardroom style
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshment breaks
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available for delegates, additional public parking nearby
About Essex County Hotel
The Essex County Hotel is a charming traditional hotel situated on Marine Parade, offering spectacular views across the Thames Estuary. Located in the heart of Southend-on-Sea, this elegant Victorian property combines period character with modern amenities. The hotel features comfortable accommodation, meeting and event facilities, and is ideally positioned for both business and leisure guests. With its prime seafront location, guests enjoy easy access to Southend's pier, beaches, and town centre attractions. The venue offers flexible meeting spaces suitable for conferences, training events, and private functions, all complemented by professional service and catering facilities.
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