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The Guinness Arms

3.0 star property
Travelers find comfort and convenience at this countryside retreat with a welcoming bar for relaxation and a restaurant serving delicious meals

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The Guinness Arms welcomes visitors with its warm atmosphere, featuring a cozy bar and restaurant in a charming setting. Guests can stay connected with WiFi, start their day with a freshly cooked-to-order breakfast, and take advantage of the convenient self-parking option.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is €144
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
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About this property

The Guinness Arms

  • Property highlights
  • A playground, a bar and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at The Guinness Arms. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this inn include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • Room features
  • All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and espresso makers.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
    • 32-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15 per day.

Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 5 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 6.50 to 17 for adults and GBP 5 to 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is The Guinness Arms pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Guinness Arms?

As of 20 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Guinness Arms on 24 May 2026 start from €144, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Guinness Arms?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Guinness Arms?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Guinness Arms?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Guinness Arms located?

Situated in Bury St Edmunds, this inn is 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from West Stow Country Park and Anglo Saxon Village and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lackford Lakes and Fuller's Mill Garden. Larkwood Trout Fishery and Hawker Pool are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 126 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was just what we needed and the food menu was strong. Staff were are lovely. The outdoor space was fabulous too, especially for the kids
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rxcellent room, food very good. Staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing find, cosy pub, gorgeous rooms, food was incredible we will be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little pub with rooms, only down side I slept on the lower floor and big foot was in the room above and woke me up through the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, great pub food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, lovely premises and good food. The staff were excellent in all aspects.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay excellent, air conditioned rooms , nice location , lovely food , I would definitely come back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and modern rooms, classic British pub with amazing food!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 2nd stay and just as wonderful, had a lovely breakfast and the air conditioning was most welcome!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff is amazing and the food is delicious as always
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely overnight stay. Friendly staff, food good and the room was as described. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff. Great evening meal and breakfast, would stay or visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round proposition ,particularly the staff who all went out of their way to enhance our stay at the Guinness Arms.Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As a solo female business traveller, I really appreciate when staff go out of their way, particularly in a busy restaurant. I felt totally comfortable at The Guinness Arms. The room was lovely, a little compact ( I enjoyed hearing the owl at night!) and had great facilities with a coffee machine but no kettle. Breakfast was a real highlight. EV charger worked and set me up with a full battery for the next day.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just a brilliant, beautiful pub with great rooms and a lovely beer garden. Food is top notch too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place

Amazing building, great beer and food, lovely rooms. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lots of parking, quite area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and room. Food was great too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Declan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning, good food, easy parking, quiet, comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brief stay but lovely room. Good food. Good location which was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms are exceptional, food was great, bar closes early 🙁
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Uniquely decorated property, comfortable bed, air conditioning and a beautiful boutique style rooms. Will be staying again when visiting my daughter and family. Best place we have stayed in the U.K.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay. The Guiness is very good. We were over an hour early for breakfast, but chef still made us a fabulous sausage sandwich. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sigmund

Super clean, comforting, and nice!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024