Places to stay in Brightlingsea, Essex

Brightlingsea is a coastal town in the Tendring district of Essex located between Colchester and Clacton-on-Sea, situated at the mouth of the River Colne, on Brightlingsea Creek. Local dining options include Winkies Fish & Chips, Raj Pavillion, Raj Pavilion, and Sea View.

The center of Brightlingsea ( which is at is longitude 1°1'34.248 and latitude 51°48'38.829 ) is located 3 miles away from St Osyth, 3 miles away from East Mersea, 4 miles away from Mersea Island and 5 miles away from Wivenhoe.

Available Brightlingsea lodging

We currently have 10 accommodations in and around Brightlingsea.

Brightlingsea Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Bed & Breakfasts

Paxton Dene

Paxton Dene is an attractive spacious cottage style 4 Star Silver Award accommodation on the edge of this historic Cinque Port Town. It is situated close to the town centre and waterfront - idea for sailing/fishing.

Church Road

Brightlingsea, Essex

Bed & Breakfasts

Hurst Green Bed And Breakfast

Hurst Green Bed & Breakfast is a Grade 2 listed house, part of which is 400 years old. It faces Hurst Green and is set in the conservation area of the historic Cinque Port of Brightlingsea. Brightlingsea creek can be seen from the windows and the sea is visible in the distance..

1 Hurst Green

Brightlingsea, Essex

Bed & Breakfasts

Park Hall Country House

Approx 4 miles away in St Osyth:

5 Star Gold Rating Guest Accommodation plus Self catering holiday accommodation in Park Hall Luxury Country Cottages..

Park Chase

St Osyth, Essex

Guest Houses

Brightlingsea

1 High Street

Brightlingsea, Essex

Bed & Breakfasts

Mill House

Approx 3 miles away in Clacton-on-Sea:

93 Mill Street

Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

Bed & Breakfasts

Pond House

Approx 4 miles away in St Osyth:

Earls Hall Farm

St Osyth, Essex

Brightlingsea Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Photograph of Fen Farm Caravan & Camping Site, East Mersea

Listing updated 2026

Cottage / Caravan Parks

Fen Farm Caravan & Camping Site

Approx 3 miles away in East Mersea:

Small quiet family site close to sea and country park. No hire vans. Rural setting with many footpath walks close by. Island location with south facing beach. Mobile shop calls daily in high season and weekends in low season. Tents welcome..

Colchester

East Mersea, Essex

Holiday Parks

Weeley Bridge Holiday Park

Approx 5 miles away in Clacton-on-Sea:

This exciting Park is ideal for a lively family holiday.

Clacton Road

Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

Self Catering Properties

Harbour View

Best of Suffolk - holiday cottages offers stylish self catering holiday cottages in great locations with fabulous interiors - search availability and book online today..

36 Harbour Square

Brightlingsea, Essex

Vine Cottage

Self Catering Property

Approx 3 miles away in Colchester:

East Mersea

Colchester, Essex

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Things to see and do, places to eat in Brightlingsea

The Rosebud

The Rosebud ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). The Rosebud is a family run restaurant overlooking Brightlingsea Creek and with views to the open sea beyond. Fresh fish is delivered daily from the market. Although we specialise in seafood (fish and shellfish), we do provide alternative dishes such as Pork Belly, Chicken, Salads, Soups, Pasta and Vegetarian & Vegan options for those who prefer something else. www.rosebudpub.co.uk Link