Mersea Island, Colchester hotel rooms at the Independent

"Had everything we needed including a shower non slip mat very useful and a fan nice big room and bed all refreshments including biscuits helpful staff "

"Could do with a bit of a paint but generally very clean . Breakfast very good . Staff brilliant and helpful. Used this hotel several times in the past and would definately use it again. Pity they couldnt stop the rain during our visit 😁"

"In walking distance of Southend Airport train station "

"Very nice property with helpful personnel."

"The stay was great from start to finish a special mention to Kinleigh, she was very welcoming and someone who is very good at her job. "

"Lovely little hotel at the side of the Aviator pub, check in at the pub was easy and staff are very friendly. The rooms are clean and beds are comfortable and a lovely big screen TV. The food at the pub is good value especially the breakfast."

"Really welcoming."

"First time staying at a Holiday Inn Express and it was amazing! We stayed for the Ed Sheeran concert and upon arrival we were gifted a brown bag with water, biscuits & a Kit Kat, so thoughtful. The bar and food were great and reasonably priced. The room was big, clean and beds were very comfy. "

"Easy to check in and good breakfast options"