Chelmsford City Racecourse - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
Getting around
Chelmsford Station - 4 min walk
Stansted Airport (STN) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
The Ale House - 4 min walk
Radio City Social - 4 min walk
The Ship - 1 min walk
Brewhouse & Kitchen - Chelmsford - 4 min walk
The Railway Tavern - 4 min walk
About this property
The Ship
Property highlights
The Ship provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet
Parking and transportation
Self parking on site (surcharge)
Food and drink
Breakfast available for a fee
1 restaurant
1 bar
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Accessibility
This property does not have elevators
More
Smoke-free property
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property welcomes adults only
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Property is also known as
Ship Inn Chelmsford
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Inn The Ship Chelmsford
Chelmsford The Ship Inn
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Ship pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Ship?
Self parking is available for a fee.
What time is check-in at The Ship?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Ship?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Ship located?
Situated in Chelmsford, this inn is within a 10-minute walk of Chelmsford Cathedral, Admirals Park LNR, and Admirals Park. Bond Street and West Park are also within 15 minutes. Chelmsford Station is only a 4-minute walk.
The Ship Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The staff were welcoming and friendly. The room was modern, impeccably maintained, and spotlessly clean, which exceeded my expectations. A delightful surprise was the espresso machine in the room—such a thoughtful touch! I enjoyed my short stay and would happily return in the future.
The property is just 3 mins walk from the main Train station which is extremely convenient. There is only one cafe and a big tesco with rest of the non edible shops around. The room we had was dusty although toilet was clean, it was tiny. Durable for one or two nights.
The wooden cupboard doors magnetic hinge was broken and just too many pieces of wooden furniture in there that could provide a modern look rather than dull and really dusty look and feel as the glass was not wiped clean. The window was locked so we could not open the window for air and including our friends room which they were suffocating in there boiling hot. The worst is that its really noisy till 12.30 am and then you have street people shouting and screaming almost till 4-5 am if unlucky.
If you have the room below, the people above walking and talking can be heard and creaky which if you are a light sleeper, forget about getting any sleep. This is good for you to party and sleep drunk to not hear any noise.
Food in the pub was average but the desserts were great. Service is really friendly and good. Location is a bonus
Confused regarding parking and the toilet area was 8/10 for cleanliness overall a great place to stay, room was noisy in the morning.
Vernon
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Laura
Business traveler
3 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean and lovely room, but the window couldn’t stay open. When is over 20 degrees outside (during the day we’re 30 degrees) and the room small it gets very hot and stuffy inside. I could open the window but it didn’t stay open. Also, there were lots of decaf coffee sachets but not even one normal coffee. One pod only for the minging coffee machine. The only cup in the room was still dirty from the previous occupant.
The ship was very disappointing. The bathroom almost flooded when using the shower because of clogged up hair in the drain that had not been cleaned. The bedsheets were stained. A fire alarm then went off at 4am and no staff on site to support us. We were due to leave for London at 6am so no point trying to get back to sleep. When we asked for a refund, hotels.com told us the ship had refused to pay it. Steer clear of this property. The worst service I’ve had.
Extremely clean , my single room had everything in for my one night stay , great shower , comfortable bed .Very good value for money very good location
Susan
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Stephen
Business traveler
24 June 2024
Liked: Room comfort
Decent accommodation in a good pub
One night stop for work near by. Car park was a disappointment as couldn't park the Van due to height restriction. quite noisy as windows are old, but the food and the pub are good, beds comfy and a reasonable price
Perfectly adequate for a one night stay.
But, unless one knows the area, getting to it via Sat Nav is challenging, and the local parking is a nightmare!:.
Harry
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Business traveler
13 June 2024
Very noisy road, double glazing needed
Nice lively place the staff in the bar are outstanding. The big issue is the outside noise. Bin men waking you up at 05:45 is not my idea of fun. Very noisy area