The London Stansted Airport or STN is a passenger airport that is the 3rd busiest in Britain and serves over 22 million passengers annually. Most low-cost airlines have their base in this airport that serves over 160 destinations through 29 airlines. This is a gateway to Essex and the rest of Britain and there are many hotels in London that one can choose to unwind in before or after a flight.
Stansted Guest House
This is a Victorian guest house set in mature gardens
and is located about 15 minutes from the airport and the village of Takeley and is a 3-star establishment that offers free transfers and 2 free parking days passes. The flying planes will not ruin the serene countryside ambiance. It offers airport shuttle service, a children’s playground, non-smoking options, gardens, and luggage storage. This gay friendly establishment offers 7 rooms priced between 50 and 90 Pounds.
Holiday Inn Express Stansted
Located 5 minutes from the airport, this is one of 3-star hotels in London allowing one to park their vehicle at the hotel when traveling. The hotels let children less than 16 years to stay free and the rooms offer wireless internet, blackout curtains and satellite TV. There is a bar lounge with a flat screen TV and there is complimentary breakfast before 10am. The 254 rooms are priced between 75 and 139 Sterling Pounds with air conditioning.
Hilton London Stansted Airport
Hilton hotels in London have an installment at the Stansted
Airport that is located 6 minutes from the terminal and central London is a 30-minute train ride away. This 4-star hotel has 239 rooms fitted with 32-inch LCD screens and there is the non-smoking rooms as well as for disabled guests. The Living Well Health club at the hotel has a sauna, steam bath, Jacuzzi, fitness center and an indoor pool. There is a business center, wireless internet, and private parking facilities. Rooms per night go for between 89 and 109 Sterling Pounds.
Great Hallingbury Manor Hotel
Located at Bishop’s Stratford near Stansted Airport, this hotel is a 
Tudor-style mansion that is surrounded by lake and countryside views. The hotel has 30 large bedrooms that allow for maximum comfort and is fitted with a walk-in wet room, flat screen TV, tea or coffee, desk and high-speed internet capabilities. Its restaurant, Anton’s Lakeside Restaurant has been lauded for its diverse menu. One is offered car rental, packed lunch, room service, meeting facilities and the option to choose a non-smoking or disabled friendly room. The rooms go for between 45 and 98 Pounds.
Days Hotel London Stansted
This is one of the 4-star hotels in London located near the airport off Junction 8 on the M11 motorway about 3 miles away. 
The 46 en-suite rooms are equipped with power showers and flat screen TV with Freeview. Located at the Welcome Break Birchanger Green Service Area, this means that it is in the middle of facilities like restaurants, shops and gaming spots. Children under the age of 12 stay for free in this hotel that offers airport shuttle service, ATM machine, laundry, meeting facilities, air conditioning, gay, friendly and non-smoking options. Rooms are priced between 49 and 69 Pounds per night with private parking options.