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Orwell Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Felixstowe with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk

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Triple Room | Living area
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Suite | Living area
2 restaurants, breakfast served, British cuisine
Orwell Hotel offers a warm welcome with two on-site restaurants serving British cuisine, a cozy bar, and free in-room WiFi. Enjoy the garden views or visit the coffee shop while appreciating helpful staff praised by previous guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite | Living area

Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
Hamilton Road, Felixstowe, England, IP11 7DX

What's nearby

  • Felixstowe Seafront Gardens - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Felixstowe Market - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Martello Tower - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Felixstowe Ferry Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Suffolk Coast and Heaths - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Felixstowe Station - 3 min walk
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • Felsto Arms
  • ‪Greggs - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bombay Nites - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Fludyers Hotel - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Orwell Hotel

Property highlights
At Orwell Hotel, you can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Enjoy British cuisine and more at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a lift and a banquet hall
  • A front desk safe, meeting rooms and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 60 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 10.95 for adults and GBP 6.95 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Buttery
  • Westfield

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 10.95 for adults and from GBP 6.95 for children

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; cash is not accepted
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

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Orwell Hotel FELIXSTOWE
Orwell FELIXSTOWE
Orwell Hotel Hotel
Orwell Hotel Felixstowe
Orwell Hotel Hotel Felixstowe

Frequently asked questions

Is Orwell Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Orwell Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Orwell Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Orwell Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Orwell Hotel located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Felixstowe Seafront Gardens and Ocean Boulevard Fun Park. Forum Amusement Centre and The View are also within 2 miles (3 km). Felixstowe Station is only a 3-minute walk.

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Orwell Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 212 out of 566 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 566 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 566 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 566 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 566 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Amenities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed a lovely quiet couple's getaway while we went to the Ed Sheeran concert in Ipswich. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the hotel was very quiet and relaxing. The town centre is in walking distance and has some really nice and reasonably priced cafes. There is a short walk to a pebble beach and beautiful gardens.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is in the process of a major refurbishment. Whilst the dining facilities were not yet fully operational the potential looks fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for two nights and we were astounded how good the hotel was for the price that we paid. The room was ample size, spotlessly clean and had everything that we needed. The staff were all really friendly and welcoming. The food (both breakfast and dinner) were excellent and great value for money. We have already booked to return next year. Particular praise must go to the lady (I don't know her name) that served behind the bar, served the dinners and worked in the breakfast room in the morning. She was really friendly and she didn't stop working. Whatever they are paying her, it's not enough !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was basic but clean however only a small window to open for fresh air and luckily it has cooled down but it was still a warm room. There was a fan in the room but the cable wasn’t very long and so at night it was pointless having it on in bed. Great location and lovely old building with a lot of potential. For the price we paid no complaints but had we paid £80 plus I would have had issues. Would we stay again, yes but not in the summer as it would have been way too uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was a lovely period hotel. It was classy but its under refurbishment and the workers started about half 7 and you could hear them.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brynley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was easy (despite having completed online form beforehand). Room comfortable although bed mattress was far too soft for my liking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved this old hotel. Staff great, public areas surprisingly grand, in good nick and very comfortable. Top of high street & short walk to beach. Nothing to complain about.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traditional hotel, good location and value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy to park onsite, short walk to town centre & beach. Clean rooms & very helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel is in need of some renovation but seems they are doing that. Price reflects so good hotel for the money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vicky

Liked: Staff & service
An enjoyable stay - hotel clearly mid renovation and some rooms in much better shape than others. Great, convenient location for town and a wander to the beach . Would love to stay again in a few months time once renovations are complete.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A nice hotel in general. Has a good car park my room was good. It could do with modernising as my room was outdated, but it was a very big room and a comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bath panel needs renewing, the whole room needs a good refurnish and paint. And no aircon aswell
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice size rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

Overnight stay Felixstowe

Clean tidy rooms, limited evening food options, help yourself breakfast Helpful staff, onsite parking Stayed before will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness
instant coffee, cold plates for hot food and a mouldy orange in the fruit bowl - all for £10.95!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Visible improvements are being made & are still ongoing. But with that in mind there are few minor issues that leave an impression. My superior room (Room 213) wasn’t that big & torn wallpaper & stained lampshade gave it a bit of an unloved feel. Also for whatever reason the WiFi in the room was slow slow quick quick slow then non existent. Frustrating & when mentioned (not complained) I was reminded it was free. If possible I would have paid for better ! Oh and could someone tidy the car park please as a first impression it’s not good. I visit the hotel often over the past 10 years but still no loyalty or reward scheme so they have no clue whether it’s your first visit or 25th. Still love the building and location.
Bed fine for one
Newly refurbed bathroom
Tea coffee water & biscuits
Torn wallpaper
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rooms food staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was undergoing a refurbishment during our visit so I can see that there will be improvements to the decor in the future, the room I stayed in 125 was in great condition and seemed to be one of the newer rooms, there was no evening dining on site during our stay due to kitchen refitting, we were provided with plates and cutlery for our takeaway, the staff were always attentive and helpful during our stay so I would return to the hotel in the future if in the area and would like to see the hotel after the refurbishment.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay,well situated, friendly Staff all nice and tidy,I will definitely go back there again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Things got off to a bad start - there was a problem with the booking, Expedia failed to sort it, we ended up in a room that was below the standard we booked and overall our expectations were not met. The hotel put all of the blame on Expedia and said they often have problems with Expedia bookings. Some things to note: None of the superior double rooms have a bathtub (contrary to the room description) and the room we were offered (202) was very small, having only a 4ft. 6in bed. and a shower cubicle. The room was certainly not big enough to fit in the sofa that was depicted in the photos on the room description. So to get a bathtub we had to accept a standard double room and our request for a refund of the price difference was refused. The dinner menu is a bit limited and basic, but okay if you are hungry and a bit tired to go out to get supper. Reviews of the buffet breakfast put us off trying it. There are some cafes nearby that serve good coffee.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025