The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion

4.0 star property
Victorian guesthouse with free breakfast and restaurant

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Front of property
Property entrance
Exterior
Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Ensuite
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Luxury Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Compact Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
9-13 Wilson Road, Southend-on-Sea, England, SS1 1HG

What's nearby

  • Cliffs Pavilion - 6 min walk
  • Southend Pier - 12 min walk
  • Adventure Island - 14 min walk
  • Southend Beach - 15 min walk
  • Thorpe Bay Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Southend Central Station - 9 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roberto's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cliffs Pavilion - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Sunflower Eaterie - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Oliver's on the Beach - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Alex - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion

Upscale boutique guest house in the city centre
Consider a stay at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion and take advantage of free English breakfast, a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and conference space.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free property and a reception hall
  • 1 meeting room, tour/ticket information and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion boast comforts such as free WiFi and free newspapers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Fridges, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 6 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 140 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 21 August and 21 August.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 12.00 per room (one-way)
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 6 per day (16 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts major credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Ilfracombe House
Ilfracombe House Hotel
Ilfracombe House Hotel Southend-on-Sea
Ilfracombe House Southend-on-Sea
Ilfracombe Southend-on-Sea
Ilfracombe House Guesthouse Southend-on-Sea
Ilfracombe House Guesthouse
The Ilfracombe House
The Ilfracombe House Hotel near Cliffs Pavilion
The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion Guesthouse

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion on 23 Feb 2025 start from AU$190.75, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of GBP 12.00 per room applies.

Where is The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion located?

Located in the heart of Southend-on-Sea, this boutique guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Southend Cliff Gardens and Genting Casino. Cliffs Pavilion and New Empire Theatre are also within 10 minutes. Southend Central Station is 9 minutes by foot and Westcliff Station is 12 minutes.

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The Ilfracombe House Hotel - near Cliffs Pavilion Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 244 out of 413 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 413 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 413 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 413 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 413 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Really lovely hotel, beautiful bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Staff very attentive and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

tolulope

Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Belinda

It was situated exactly where we needed to be. The room was large & spacious, furniture had an antique feel and the whole experience was exceptional. Recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed for one night as we had a night out at the cliffs pavilion excellent service friendly people would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

A very well run hotel in a fantastic location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Fantastic service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

R

Very nice hotel,breakfast excellent. Staff were absolutely brilliant all of them.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark

Room was double booked, so we had to have 2 rooms of which one was not en suite & had to share a toilet. My room was very cold & windows rattled all night, room 2 was very small. Staff were very friendly & helpful but whole hotel seems very dated
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Looked after well by very friendly manager, good food, great breakfast & large room with very comfy bed ensuring a good sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Great place to stay and really convenient to get to town centre and seaside parade. Staff friendly and made our stay very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Clean room and excellent staff. Pub and dining on site.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Very friendly family run hotel. Breakfast highly recommended. This was our second visit and will be planning to return
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kim

Lovely friendly helpful staff. The hotel did what it is meant to do. Had a lovely stay. Breakfast included was nice and filling. Would stay again, if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Enjoyed our stay
Great stay, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Comfortable and homely
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Very accommodating to my needs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for Cliffs Pavilion
Staff were friendly but hotel was dated and room was very dusty and worn. Bathroom was clean and towels and bedding appeared clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Recommended, we will defo revisit here.
Have stayed here a few times now, room has always been spotlessly clean, breakfast is excellent & sets you up for the day, staff are all lovely & really helpful & friendly, a short walk from train station & beach, holiday booked to visit my son who has moved to the area & we will continue to stay here every visit, can’t fault it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Very comfortable with spacious room and bathroom and friendly staff.

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Lovely room Super friendly staff Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric

This is a nice property near the cliffs in Southend on Sea. The staff are friendly and kind. Near other places in Southend in case you are meeting friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

It was nice to stay at a family owned hotel, they couldn't have been more pleasant and knowledgeable of the area, evening dinner was excellent steak cooked perfectly and my wife had Cajun chicken also excellent.oir room has been modified and very nice too, comfortable and warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Simply Fabulous
The most welcoming and clean hotel i have visited in a long time
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024