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About the Hotel

Greyfriars Road, Ipswich, United Kingdom, IP1 1UP

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Superior Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Heating

Bathtub

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Superior Twin Room

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2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

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City Center

Ipswich1700 ft

Airports

London Stansted (STN) 49.0 mi

Cambridge (CBG) 52.2 mi

Train

Ipswich Station2300 ft

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious & Clean

“The room I stayed in was impressively spacious and meticulously clean, making my experience incredibly comfortable.” view full review

Massive Bathroom

“I loved the massive bathroom that was separate from the toilet, providing excellent privacy and convenience.” view full review

Delicious Options

“The dinner had a great variety of delicious choices, and I particularly enjoyed the quality of the food served.” view full review

Ample Parking Space

“The hotel offered a large parking area with an electric charging point, which was very accommodating for my electric vehicle.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Elevator
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cribs
Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Greyfriars Road, Ipswich, United Kingdom, IP1 1UP

Map view

Greyfriars Road, Ipswich, United Kingdom, IP1 1UP

City landmarks

Parks

Christchurch Park

3600 ft

Waterfront Building 19 Neptune Quay

Ipswich Waterfront

2500 ft

Store

Christchurch Mansion

3700 ft

Museums

Ipswich Museum

3700 ft

Parks

Holywells Park

1.4 mi

St Nicholas and St Peter's Street

Cardinal Thomas Wolsey statue

2400 ft

West Building University Campus Suffolk Long Street

The Question Mark Sculpture

2500 ft

Church

Church Of St Margaret

2700 ft

The Ancient House 30 Butter Market

Ancient House

2100 ft

Ipswich IP1 1DH

The Cornhill

2400 ft

Northgate Street

Pykenham's Gatehouse

2100 ft

University of Suffolk

2600 ft

Gallery

Ipswich Art School and Gallery

2600 ft

Church

Church Of St Mary Le Tower

4000 ft

Nearby

15 Friars Street

Willis Building

1400 ft

4 College St

Wolsey's Gate

500 ft

St. Nicholas Street

Prince Alexander Obolensky Memorial

700 ft

Art object

The Giles Statue

1700 ft

Square

Cardinal Park

500 ft

Dial Lane

St Lawrence Church

1600 ft

Church

Unitarian Meeting House

900 ft

33 Key Street

The Old Custom House

1500 ft

Gallery

Town Hall Galleries

1600 ft

Shopping Area

Sailmakers Shopping Centre

1900 ft

Shopping Area

Buttermarket Shopping Centre

1300 ft

68 Black Horse Lane

Saint Mary at the Elms

1500 ft

And St Nicholas Street 3A St. Peters Street

The Saints

1000 ft

4 Friars Bridge Rd

Ipswich Buddhist Centre

1200 ft

1 St Stephens Ln

Arras Square

1400 ft

Flat 2 27 Elm Street

Jean Ingelow House and Archway

1300 ft

Restaurants

Gandhi

900 ft

8 St. Peters Street

Applaud Coffee

800 ft

19 St. Peters Street

ASK Italian

900 ft

23 Grafton Way Cardinal Park

Frankie & Benny's

1100 ft

19 Grafton Way Cardinal Park

Zaika

1100 ft

17 St. Nicholas Street

K Bar and Grill

1000 ft

33-37 St. Nicholas Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly staff

Quiet rooms

Expensive dining

Construction noise

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

8.0

Location

8.0

Service

8.5

Dining

8.0

4/5 based on 1175 reviews

#7 of 18 hotels in Ipswich based on Tripadvisor

United Kingdom, November 2023

7.4/10

The hotel is centrally located, close to many key amenities and restaurants, but the presence of construction activity was a bit disruptive. The rooms are cozy and quiet, and the service, especially by Stephen, was exceptional. The dining options were a mixed bag, with some positive experiences but also pricey. Overall, the hotel provided a convenient stay experience with a few notable drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

My room was cozy and quiet, perfect for a good night's sleep.

Service

9.0

The service, especially by Stephen, was exceptional and accommodating.

Location

7.0

The hotel's central location was convenient for accessing town amenities, but presence of construction made it a bit noisy.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were a bit overpriced, despite some positive experiences.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel provided essential facilities, though nothing exceptional.

Friendly staff

Expensive dining

Anne

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was wonderful! The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-equipped for a short stay, especially the Privilege category. The service was exceptional, with attentive and friendly staff. The location was ideal for exploring Ipswich town and the waterfront area. The dining experience was exceptional, offering a great selection of fresh food. Overall, a great value for money with only a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

The room was clean, adequate, and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff were lovely and accommodating.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent, just a short walk to various attractions.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic with a great selection of foods to choose from.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were well-maintained and convenient.

Eleanor

United States of America, June 2023

8.0/10

The hotel has a lovely size room and a good bathroom, though it seemed dated for a novo hotel. The service was really helpful and communicative but missed some details. The location is excellent for our trip and central to the town center. The dining was fantastic with a great selection of foods but might be overpriced. Overall, a comfortable stay with some room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The room was comfortable and very clean.

Service

7.0

The staff was very pleasant and efficient, able to deal with all our requests.

Location

9.0

The hotel is about 10-15 minutes from the A12/A14 junction, excellent for our trip and central to walk into the town center.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic with a great selection of foods to choose from.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, offering a comfortable stay.

Carl

United Kingdom, May 2023

7.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, with its convenient location close to the town center and a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants. The room was mostly clean, although the proximity to a flat roof made me a bit wary of leaving the window open at night. Still, I felt comfortable during my stay.

Rooms

8.0

The room was mostly clean and comfortable, providing a cozy space to unwind after a day of exploring.

Service

9.0

The staff were extremely helpful and attentive. They made sure that all our needs were met promptly and with a smile, showing great hospitality.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was ideal, within easy walking distance of the lively town center and its attractions. While the area seemed a bit run down, it was very convenient for exploring cafes and bars.

Dining

8.0

Dining was a highlight of my stay, with a wide selection of fresh and delicious options, including a delightful Sunday Pancakes treat. While the dining experience was enjoyable, it could have had a bit more variety to enhance the overall experience.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offered a range of facilities to make my stay more comfortable, from room service to housekeeping, ensuring a pleasant stay overall.