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title: "The Oakland, Chelmsford: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Oakland in Chelmsford: rated 9.4 by guests, 2-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-15
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Hotel · ★★ · Eviivo
# The Oakland

South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford, United Kingdom

9.4 ·  Exceptional 117 reviews ·  #1 #1 of 5 in Chelmsford ·  4.0/5 on Google, 367 reviews ·  3.6 Location score
## About The Oakland

The Oakland is a hotel in South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford, United Kingdom. It holds a 2-star rating. Guests rate it 9.4 out of 10 across 117 reviews. Facilities include free breakfast, bar, free wi-fi. It is 14 km from the centre of Chelmsford. The nearest airport, London Southend Airport (SEN), is 9.7 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 35

- **Chain:** Eviivo

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 0

2-6 Reeves Way [theoaklandhotel.co.uk](http://www.theoaklandhotel.co.uk/)

## How The Oakland scores

Compared with the average hotel in Chelmsford.

-   Guest rating **9.4**
-   Location **3.6**
-   Public transport **5.3**

Chelmsford average

## Rating on Google

4.0/5

367 Google reviews

-   5★36%
-   4★34%
-   3★18%
-   2★4%
-   1★9%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

Free breakfastBarFree Wi-Fi

### Food & drink

-   Free breakfast
-   Bar

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### In the rooms

-   Coffee or tea maker

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **3.6**/10

- **Walk grade:** **47**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **29**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">South Woodham Ferrers Railway Station (SOF)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.0 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">17 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">London Southend Airport (SEN)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">9.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">22 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Chelmsford</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">14 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">32 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Woodham Fen1.5 km
-   Call Of The Wild Zoo1.9 km

## The Oakland: in detail

Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at The Oakland. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hotel. During leisurely days and evenings, on-site amenities such as daily housekeeping enable you to fully enjoy your accommodation. Kindly note that smoking is prohibited in the hotel to ensure fresher air for all visitors. At The Oakland, every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay. Elevate your experience at hotel with the knowledge that certain rooms are equipped with linen service, ensuring a more pleasant stay for you. Certain rooms offer in-room amusement features such as the television for your enjoyment. In select rooms at the hotel, a coffee or tea maker is available for those moments when it seems necessary. It is worth noting that certain guest bathrooms feature a hair dryer, toiletries and towels for your convenience. Begin your day carefree at The Oakland, as complimentary breakfast is offered for your convenience. At the hotel, an assortment of easily accessible and delicious meal choices are available to satisfy your appetite whenever it strikes. Create unforgettable moments with your fellow voyagers just steps away, at hotel's karaoke rooms and bar, for a delightful evening together.

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## Questions about The Oakland

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Oakland?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does The Oakland include breakfast?

The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included.

### How far is The Oakland from the airport?

The nearest airport, London Southend Airport (SEN), is 9.7 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does The Oakland have?

The Oakland has 35 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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