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If you’re having a hard time finding motels in Essex, let Expedia help you find a motel or similar property from over 1347 lodging options in the larger area. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transportation.

Motel properties often include free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the weary traveler driving along America’s major roadways.

Here you’ll find some of our customers’ top motels in the larger area. Super 8 by Wyndham Groton is located 17.2 mi (27.7 km) from the heart of Essex. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Central Essex is 20.5 mi (33 km) away. Rodeway Inn: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 17.2 mi (27.6 km) from the heart of Essex. Motel 6 Niantic, CT - New London: Central Essex is 10 mi (16.1 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Rodeway Inn Waterford - New London: 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from the heart of Essex. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Those visiting Essex have good things to say about the bars. As you’re sightseeing around the area, be sure to enjoy all there is to see and do. Enjoy nature with a stop at Connecticut River and Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Essex Steam Train, Sweet Martha’s, and Hattitudes. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Pratt House, Essex Island Marina, and Connecticut River Museum.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we’ve gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Essex to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 35°F. Average annual precipitation for Essex is 54 inches.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Essex to help you navigate your stay: Fly into New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London), which is located 18.4 mi (29.6 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field), which is 20.4 mi (32.8 km) away. If you’d like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.