Originally Posted by
stut
Don't know when you're going, but there are plenty £30 rates around for the Southend Travelodge. It's pretty much equidistant between the two main stations, and walkable to the council offices.
Originally Posted by
HIDDY
That sounds a far sensible option than a hostel which probably won't be that much cheaper.
The OP gave their dates above, and in light of that I gave the figure for the Travelodge which is £59 that night.