Premier Inn Basildon (Festival Park)

Nice place to stay over night , doesn’t have any local shops nearby , but it is not a problem. Such as many restaurants within 10 min walk

Was very comfy and snug, staff were friendly and helpful would highly recommend to family and friends Food was lovely Only thing is vending machine is expensive recommend bringing youre own bits to save some money as theres not where close to purchase much else

Pros: Good location next to The Quays, a Hungry Horse Pub/Restaurant. Large redecorated and upgraded room (220) Helpful check-inn staff Very clean Plenty of parking (Christmas Eve) Free internet ( you can pay £5 for 24 hours faster internet) Overall charge for rooms is very reasonable if booked well in advance Cons: Very slow internet 0.92Mbps (but it is free) Some noise from neighbouring room during the night and some loud voices in corridor around 9am. Our room was on top floor up several flights of stairs and no lift. Hotel is longish walk from the main areas of festival park. Because of noise on last visit did not intend to stay here again but it was very convenient for meeting up with family so gave it another try. Better this visit but still some noise. Overall 8/10

Shabby - feels a bit neglected. The reception staff are excellent - really welcoming and happy to assist. However, the hotel can do with a bit of maintenance. For example: The woodwork around the bath has obviously had some water damage (difficult to prevent, I know) but the wood has expanded/ warped meaning that you need to slam the bathroom door shut. One other thing to point out is that the hotel is tucked away in an industrial park - maybe put up some signs to indicate where you are as driving there you tend to have the feeling "is this the right way.... surely not....".