The Riverside Inn

–Excellent location – show map
Scored 8.7
Rated excellent

Staff

9.4

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.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

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Camila
Brazil Brazil
“The bedroom is pretty good and has a good space. The bedroom was clean too.”
Crudgington
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Perfectly air conditioned on the hottest day of the year”
Eirene
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I really liked the rooms, I thought they had a lot of character and was very quirky. I was also relieved that there was no noise from the pub which was one of my concerns and I definitely got a good nights sleep”
Lloyd-tuck
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location,cleanliness of room,housekeeping excellent ,with plenty of clean towels,tea coffee and biscuits.”
Laura
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Loved the beams throughout the room, really spacious and lovely staff”
Cristache
Romania Romania
“I've been before and what I liked most is that is a proper inn with timber frame and overlooking a little river. I love the building itself and is very convenient to meet friends. Close enough to the bus station for Stanstead!! also for train...”
King
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Room 2 was a large spacious airy room that overlooked the river very cosy with wood beams crisp cotton bedding and a huge TV , the bath was relaxing enough hot water and toiletries at hand , delicious cookies with tea, coffee and sugar and milk...”
Ulugbek
United States United States
“Location, cleanliness, room layout, staff, in short, everything 😀”
Carl
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff were helpful and friendly had an issue where didn't know where we could put bikes as came on a cycling trip others from the same trip were also staying but in the end were allowed bikes in rooms and staff member even helped carry my bike to...”
Sarah
Israel Israel
“The bed was extremely comfortable, the room was spacious, and the shower's water pressure was great.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of The Riverside Inn

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

The Riverside Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't 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

Must-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 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.

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