We stayed here for one night for a wedding held in layer marney tower. The location is very convenient (£30 return taxi fair). The hotel is dated and yes, the curtains are a bit shabby but the staff are friendly and it is perfectly clean and comfortable for a short stay. Excellent value booked in advance. I wouldn't recommend staying... More

We had been here before 18 months ago and enjoyed it so came back with friends for a Saturday night away before going to the Essex food show on the Sunday morning. The reception staff are very friendly as was the lady looking after the swimming pool. However we were disappointed to see the jacuzzi had been turned into a... More

I stayed at the Best Western in Marks Tey for two nights, and was pleasantly surprised at it, as I had arrived with the jaded belief it would disappoint after reading various reviews on this site. I didn't use any of the facilities at the hotel so I cannot comment on their state; however, the room itself was clean, tidy... More

Having stayed at this hotel several times on business, I expected the previous service levels BOY was I wrong! Having checked in late I didnt have any food till breakfast the following morning, no warning at Checkin about what to expect. Restaurant full of 2 Coach loads, so you can imagine breakfast buffet sparce to say the least - no... More

We booked this Hotel, as it is quite near us, also, to see ournephew back from deployment, Colchester Barracks, Wanted a spa weekend, just us two, quiet time. Was VERY dissapointed, NO Jacuzzi, or Sauna, only booked wek before our stay, was No mention on any web sight that this was the case, We stay Best Western all the time,... More

I stayed 1 night at this hotel in late April 2012. So be honest, I was expecting something poor given the scathing reviews that some people had left. The truth is that although the hotel is a bit dated, you get everything you expect!! Our room was reasonably sized - on the ground floor. All things you needed were in... More

I recently booked a night away with my husband for his birthday, We were looking forward to relaxing in the jacuzzi, sauna and pool. We dont often get away without the children. Needless to say we were disappointed to find the Jacuzzi was no longer and the sauna out of service. I was told by reception staff that the Jacuzzi... More

My college friend and I take an overnight break once a year as a real treat. We both have young children who demand our attention so we never sit down on the phone to each other, undisturbed to have a good old chat and catch up. We chose Best Western Marks Tey Hotel hotel as I live in Surrey and... More

The hotel was recommended by a colleague for an overnight business stay last week. The staff in reception, bar and breakfast area were polite, enthusiastic to help and from what I can recall, all local. No issues at all with the staff therefore and the hotel itself including the bedroom was clean, tidy and comfortable. I didn't use the gym... More