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9.2

460 reviews

The Compasses

The Compasses

The Compasses, Chelmsford, CM3 1BU, ENGLAND, United Kingdom

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Free parking

Restaurant

Free wifi

Bar

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

The Compasses

Welcome to The Compasses Inn, a charming 4-star hotel located in the picturesque Littley Green, just a short distance from the vibrant city center of Chelmsford. With its cozy and unique atmosphere, The Compasses is the perfect place for travelers looking for a memorable stay in the United Kingdom.

Upon arrival, guests are greeted by friendly and attentive staff, ensuring a warm and welcoming experience. The hotel offers a range of amenities, including free parking, complimentary WiFi, and a pet-friendly policy (extra charges apply). Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, you can relax and unwind in the hotel's sun deck, terrace, or garden, allowing you to soak up the tranquil surroundings.

With 460 reviews, The Compasses has received praise for its exceptional service and comfortable accommodations. The hotel boasts non-smoking rooms with private entrances, ensuring a peaceful and enjoyable stay. Guests can indulge in delicious cuisine at the on-site bar and restaurant, or explore the nearby attractions such as cycling, hiking, and fishing, all available for free. Overall, The Compasses Inn guarantees a delightful stay for every traveler, with prices starting from just $102 per night.

Indulge in a truly delightful dining experience at The Compasses Inn. The on-site restaurant, with its family-friendly and traditional ambiance, invites guests to savor the flavors of the local cuisine. With a wide range of delectable dishes to choose from, you'll be sure to find something to satisfy your taste buds. Whether you're craving hearty British classics or exploring the flavors of the region, the restaurant at The Compasses promises an unforgettable culinary journey.

At The Compasses Inn, convenience is the name of the game when it comes to payment options. Cash is accepted, ensuring a hassle-free stay. In addition, the hotel also accepts major credit cards such as Mastercard and Visa, providing flexibility for guests to choose their preferred payment method. Whether you prefer to settle the bill with cash or use your card, The Compasses Inn makes it easy for you to enjoy your stay without any payment concerns.

The wide range of room types available at The Compasses Inn ensures that every traveler's needs are met. From the cozy and comfortable Standard Double Room to the spacious Superior Double or Twin Room, you can choose the accommodation that suits your preferences. Each room is thoughtfully designed with private entrances, guaranteeing a peaceful and enjoyable stay. The Compasses Inn is dedicated to providing exceptional service and comfortable accommodations, ensuring that your time in Littley Green is truly memorable.

Closest airports

London Stansted Airport

10.5mi

London City Airport

28.4mi

Luton Airport

35.7mi

London Heathrow Airport

46.6mi

London Gatwick Airport

54.1mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Restaurant

Free wifi

Bar

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

Rooms

Standard Double Room in The Compasses

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Standard Double Room

1 Double Bed

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Experience comfort and simplicity in our stylish Standard Double Room. Unwind in a 129 sqft space featuring a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and a cozy double bed. Enjoy modern amenities and a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing stay.

Superior Double or Twin Room in The Compasses

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Superior Double or Twin Room

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

140 sqft

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Experience ultimate comfort and convenience in our 140 sqft Superior Double or Twin Room, equipped with a King size bed and Twin beds, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and a tea/coffee maker. Perfect for a relaxing stay for 2 adults.

Standard Twin Room in The Compasses

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Standard Twin Room

2 Twin Beds

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

More details

Welcome to our Standard Twin Room, a cozy and inviting space for two adults. This room boasts 129 sqft of comfortable accommodation with two twin beds, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and a convenient tea/coffee maker. Enjoy a relaxing stay with modern amenities in this smoke-free environment.

Double or Twin Room - Disability Access in The Compasses

Double or Twin Room - Disability Access

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

260 sqft

Private Bathroom

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

More details

Experience comfort and accessibility in our Double or Twin Room with disability access. This spacious 258 sqft room features a private entrance, flat-screen TV, king size and twin beds, and a private bathroom with a refreshing shower.

Guest reviews

9.2

460 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

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Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Felicity

9.1

May 2023

The room was clean and comfortable and opened directly onto the garden which was excellent for access. The food was excellent and the staff friendly, welcoming and helpful.

There was some confusion when I used Google maps which took me to The Compasses in Broomfield, Chelmsford, even though I had included the village location of Littley Green. It is imperative to include the word "Inn" after "The Compasses" if using Google maps.

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Anonymous

10

November 2022

Everything - nice countryside location and convenient for getting to Leez Priory, the staff were very friendly and accommodating, the room was clean and pleasant, with free tea/coffee and nice toiletries in shower. We didn’t choose to have breakfast but it sounded great.

Not really a dislike, more of a tip - the lights in our bathroom were energy-saving and could take a while to get going so worth turning on a little in advance if it’s dark! Also the bedside table/crate was cool but a bit creaky, but that could be solved by shifting it away from the bed a tiny bit.

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Andrew

10

November 2022

Pub was very busy when we arrived at 4pm on a Saturday, but separate accommodation meant there was no noise. Large room with luxurious bathroom, underfloor heating meant it was warm at all times. Great beer and food in the pub and staff so friendly. Large garden, although a little wet and cold to enjoy it, and new extension looks great with outdoor terrace and patio. Will definitely be staying there again if we need to in the area.

Can't think of anything at all - a location next to Writtle University would be useful!

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Rebecca

10

October 2022

The room was very tastefully furnished with everything needed for a really comfortable stay. Everything was beautifully clean with attention to detail . The breakfast available was very tasty . We chose based on the location as we were at a wedding at Leez priory but the surrounding area looked beautiful too. The stay definitely exceeded expectations. The staff were friendly and helpful.

I would have rather had a clear vegetarian options on the menu rather than having to ask. Meat substitutes weren't offered but were flexible on options and were very accommodating.

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Emma

8.2

July 2022

It was a very quiet, peaceful and beautiful location with really lovely staff. The rooms are massive with extremely comfortable, huge beds. The view out the windows was stunning, the little tea and coffee set that came with the room was decent. The shower room would be a bit better with a window in there too, but many places don't have a window in the bathroom, perhaps it's safer this way as well as it is on a ground floor (this is really just a personal preference than a necessity)! The beer garden is huge with lots of well kept greenery and dog bowls out to ensure canine buddies were well watered in the heat wave we've currently got going on including a couple of canopies so people can have shade if preferred. We both had dinner too, Gammon, egg and chips and a chicken salad, both were well seasoned and enjoyable. It was nice to be in a small and beautiful vintage local pub ☺️

One night for £85 was a tad high, but it was booked at short notice for the team so perhaps this was why

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Robert

9.1

January 2023

Perfect location for attending a wedding at Lees Priory - short drive and easily walkable which we did to take a nose at the venue. All staff friendly and very helpful and food and beer excellent and good value - would definitely recommend. Unfortunately they had an issue with heating - not great at this time of year - but they went out of their way to obtain a temporary heat which immediately sorted the problem. A big thank you to all the staff

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Nigel

10

November 2022

Staff were great. My bedroom was very nice, very well decorated, bathroom and shower brilliant, feather pillows and a really comfortable bed, Wifi very good and easy to get on. Bar brilliant, choice of beer and cider was very good. Decoration and type of old world pub was brilliant. Food was perfect in the evening and breakfast was perfect. Staff couldn't do enough for you . Pub was packed on a Wednesday even though its a bit isolated.

It rained. Portions were too big and I couldn't have a starter.

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Deborah

8.2

June 2022

The accommodation was very good. My mother had a beautiful spacious room with a raked ceiling which also had the acessible bathroom. The bedlinens were high quality and lovely. The accessible bathroom was nicely presented which made it feel attractive and not like a disabled room so full marks there. My room was the twin which was nicely presented and very comfy single bed.

The lighting in the accessible bathroom was missing two bulbs and the owner apologised but it was a little on the dim side. There was a cracked mirror on the wall in my room which was a bit surprising considering that it was fairly expensive accommodation.

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Teresa

8.2

July 2022

We stayed after a wedding at Leez Priory, the room was quirky with its reclaimed furnishings and very clean, there was a slight smell from the drains from the bathroom but was ok when the door was shut, and after showering in the morning the smell had gone, so maybe the room had not been used for a day or so, the bed was firm but comfy, this place is what felt like the middle of nowhere, so probably does not get any passing trade but relies on reputation and recommendation, breakfast was good.

Would have liked a pot of coffee at breakfast, or the offer of more coffee.

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David

10

May 2022

Very warm welcome and easy check in, our room was spotless and very modern with tea and coffee making facilities and the under floor heating was an extra bonus. Had a nice drink in the beer garden once we checked in and it was lovely and peacefull with a good choice of drinks from the hut in the garden. The evening meal was superb and good value for money. For breakfast my wife had the eggs benedict with salmon and she said it was the best she'd ever had, i went for the full english and that was just as good and very well cooked.

The only minor complaint was the sound proofing between the rooms, i was woken up at 06.20 on the Sunday morning by the chap next door on his phone but it turned out he was quite deaf and needed to shout, other than that the stay was perfect.

Points of Interest Around The Compasses

Airports

London Stansted Airport

10.5mi

London City Airport

28.4mi

Luton Airport

35.7mi

London Heathrow Airport

46.6mi

London Gatwick Airport

54.1mi

Restaurants

Cuisines

  • Local

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Traditional

Amenities of The Compasses

Free parking

Restaurant

Free wifi

Bar

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

Stay rules - The Compasses

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - The Compasses

Are pets permitted at The Compasses?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at The Compasses. Please note that pets are allowed on request and there may be additional charges.

At what times are check-in and check-out at The Compasses?

While the stay at The Compasses offers a flexible check-in window between 02:00 PM and 10:00 PM, the check-out is fixed at 10:00 AM.

Is there parking at The Compasses?

Yes, The Compasses hotel offers free on-site parking.

How much does a stay at The Compasses cost?

Rooms at The Compasses are available starting from $102. Prices might vary according to room availability and chosen dates. To see the current rates, please add your travel dates.

What are the room types available at The Compasses?

The Compasses hotel offers a variety of rooms including Superior Double or Twin Rooms, Double or Twin Rooms with Disability Access, Standard Double Rooms, and Standard Twin Rooms. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The Superior Double or Twin Rooms have a room size of 140 sqft and accommodate 2 adults with a choice of a king size bed or two twin beds. The Double or Twin Rooms with Disability Access have a larger room size of 258 sqft and also accommodate 2 adults with the same bed options. The Standard Double and Twin Rooms have a smaller room size of 129 sqft and each accommodate 2 adults with a double bed and two twin beds respectively.

What activities does The Compasses offer?

Guests at The Compasses hotel can spend their time enjoying a variety of leisure amenities. They can start by relaxing at the bar or soaking up the sun on the sun deck. For those who prefer to be active, the hotel offers opportunities for cycling, hiking, darts, fishing and playing board games or puzzles.

When it comes to dining, guests can have the convenience of dining on-site. The hotel has a restaurant that offers a family-friendly ambiance and serves traditional cuisine. Here, guests can indulge in local dishes and enjoy a meal in a comfortable setting without having to leave the property.

Are there restaurants located within The Compasses?

Yes, The Compasses hotel has a restaurant on site. The restaurant's ambiances are Family Friendly and Traditional, and they serve local cuisine.

Which payment methods are supported by The Compasses?

The Compasses accepts cash as a payment method, as well as Mastercard and Visa.