Market Place, Southwold, IP18 6EG, United Kingdom
#6 of 77 hotels in Southwold
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1186 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 31 August 2025
Rhiann
United KingdomNothing loved it!
The staff and quality of the food was so good
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 22 August 2025
Cotte
United KingdomNothing
Great location, exceptionally polite, professional and friendly staff. And lovely hotel and loved the room great surprise.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Sarah
United KingdomThe only small thing I can think of is it would be nice to have a larger bar area to spend time in before dinner.
Our room was very comfortable, plenty of space and peaceful overnight. I was very happy that my request for a birthday cake arrived at dinner as arranged and it was delicious.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Madeleine
United KingdomWe liked the room and the breakfast. Also the location it was a short walk to the beach.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Donald
United KingdomEverything ie: The property, the quality of the furnishings, the food and especially the staff were excellent.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Brian
United KingdomNothing falls under this heading. However we would have liked a hotel garden which we think would be the cherry on the cake. One further, albeit a minor point, we would prefer a conventional cooling fan in place of the Dyson air cooling device
Quality of hotel and services. The hotel staff were courteous, friendly and helpful The relaxed environment of the hotel
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 17 August 2025
Andrew
United KingdomIn our double room there was a lack of drawer space.
Excellent breakfast and an unusual and delicious dinner menu with reasonably priced wine list. The family quarters were extremely comfortable. Very friendly staff.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Stephen
United KingdomBe good if they took American Express
Room excellent. Food very good as always.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 13 August 2025
Paul
United KingdomLovely room, staff were amazing. Breakfast ok.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 13 August 2025
Tim
United KingdomNothing. It was all good. The rooms are not cheap but ultimately you get what you pay for and as returning customers we know what we get for our money and still keep coming back.
This is a little luxurious gem in the heart of Southwold. Lovely rooms and a great restaurant. Our room was beautifully appointed and very classy. The in-room Bose speaker to connect to was a nice touch and a small free bottle of Adnam’s gin was super generous. The food in the restaurant is outstanding Totally unpretentious but still super unusual. I had cold beetroot soup with horseradish - which would not normally be my cup of tea - but, oh my God, it was unbelievable. I have to go back just for that!!!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 11 August 2025
Helen
United KingdomOnly small groan would be not enough parking spaces
The staff were so friendly and helpful Food was excellent although a little expensive but definitely worth it for a special occasion Well situated in the town too
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 10 August 2025
Alison
United KingdomCar parking was limited and the view from our window was on the beer and ale factory.
Very comfortable beds, helpful staff and great food.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 9 August 2025
Lorraine
United KingdomNothing
Quaint, true to old hotel style and service. Staff were brilliant. Nothing was too much trouble. Beautiful furnishings, styling, fresh flowers. Everything.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 5 August 2025
Ray
United KingdomNothing
In the centre of town and a few hundred metres to the sandy beach.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 2 August 2025
Sara
United KingdomBreakfast very good accommodates food intolerances Location excellent Staff friendly with a smile Room spacious and bathroom free standing bath
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Louise
United KingdomNothing
Great location, in the centre of the town. The staff were amazing and so friendly and welcoming. The decor was high end throughout. A cosy bar area, super comfy lounge area and well equipped tasteful bedrooms.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 31 July 2025
Jeremy
United KingdomThe shower did not work with only small pressure of water and no repair possible No safe Very soft mattress
Everything about the hotel staff andcfacilities except thecbedroom/bathroom See below
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 31 July 2025
Sarah
United KingdomThere was early morning noise from the barrels/brewery in the courtyard, however, a small inconvenience. The beds were remarkably comfortable and we slept well in the main.
Stylish hotel with comfort, quality and hospitality at its heart. Superb facilities-the proximity to the towns amenities, own secure parking, tasty breakfast and attentiveness of staff set this hotel apart from others we have stayed at in the past in Southwold. Cannot rate and reccomend it highly enough.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 31 July 2025
Max
United KingdomNothing
Everything you need modern and fresh but with period features - lovely staff - lovely food
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 28 July 2025
Bronwen
United KingdomThe room and the breakfast were top notch. The staff are all super friendly and helpful.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 27 July 2025
Vicky
United KingdomN/A
Location great 👍, breakfast very good , though dining room very busy . Staff were very friendly and helpful. Loved the fact there were swimming towels.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 26 July 2025
Jill
United KingdomExcellent food
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Nicholas
United KingdomBigger bathroom extra chair
Breakfasts were very good. Room was v good - could have done with one more comfortable chair. Bathroom a bit tight but plenty of hot water and lovely big towels.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 22 July 2025
Vari
United KingdomThe staff were amazing and the location is beautiful. Staff were fantastic organising a charger for our electric car.
Stayed in July 2025
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