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A restaurant with wooden tables and striped booths, framed pictures on the wall, and a bar area with a menu.

1. Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside

0.3 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Stewart

€60

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel with a prominent sign reading "SALTHOUSE HOTEL" and a dock with boats.

A restaurant with wooden tables and red upholstered booths, brick walls, and large windows with orange curtains.

A hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a dock with boats.

2. Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa

0.1 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Cyril

€184

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A brick building named "The Mermaid" with outdoor seating and a wooden pergola.

A modern building with a brick facade, a wooden fence, and a well-maintained garden area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a painting on the wall, and a carpeted floor.

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

3. Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

2 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Kevin

€63

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, black pendant lighting, and brick walls. Tables are set with white tablecloths and silverware.

A hotel entrance with a prominent sign, a brick facade, and two large planters.

A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and a blue wall.

4. Novotel Ipswich

0.7 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Eti

€71

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with seating, and various kitchenware displayed on shelves.

A reception desk with a B&B Hotels sign, a green armchair, and a modern interior design.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a brick building in the background.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large window with a view.

5. B&B HOTEL Ipswich

1.6 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Sarah

€61

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A large indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a pool depth sign of 1.20m.

A modern indoor pool area with a hot tub, a shower, and a no diving sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a telephone, a chair, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A banquet hall with round tables, white tablecloths, and chairs with pink sashes.

6. Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG

2.6 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Elizabeth

€73

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted picture.

A red brick building with a sign reading "Bridge Guest House."

A large cruise ship with the name "Stena Line" on its side.

A laptop on a desk with a notebook and pencil, a wooden chair, and a carpeted floor.

7. Bridge Guest House

1.5 km from Ipswich Waterfront

susan

€56

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel with a classic facade, large windows, and a sign reading "easyHotel."

A reception area with a modern design, including a check-in counter, a digital screen displaying information, and a brick wall.

A modern hotel room with a bright orange door, a coat rack with orange hangers, and a mirror on the wall.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a mirror.

8. easyHotel Ipswich

0.8 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Tristan

€37

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A row of white buildings with pointed roofs and a sign for Premier Inn.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'Premier Inn,' a covered walkway, and a parking area.

9. Premier Inn Ipswich South

2.4 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Martinus

€57

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a TV. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outdoors.

A sign for 'The Folly' with a message for guests to check in at the bar.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush flower beds and a purple umbrella.

A dining room with a wooden table and four chairs, large windows with floral wallpaper, and a radiator below the windows.

10. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

19.6 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Sharon

€124

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a pool.

A hotel with a garden pathway lined with flowers and potted plants, outdoor seating, and a white building facade.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a chandelier.

A man sitting on a couch in a modern room with a fireplace, wooden walls, and a television.

11. Milsoms Kesgrave Hall

6.7 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Helene

€169

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A large house with a prominent chimney, a conservatory, and a well-maintained lawn.

A bedroom with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a green landscape through a large window.

A room with a wooden beam ceiling, a white door, a dresser, and a patterned armchair.

12. The Marquis

13.6 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Graham

€282

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An open door leading to a covered outdoor patio with a white table and chairs, a garden view, and a decorative chandelier.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a towel rack, and a shower curtain.

A building with ivy-covered walls and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

13. Milsoms

16.5 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Dave

€179

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden cabinet, a desk, and a wall-mounted TV displaying "NETFLIX".

A building with a sign reading 'SARAH HOTEL' and 'RECEPTION' indicating the hotel's reception area.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, marble walls, and a black and gold tiled floor.

A small, narrow room with a wooden wardrobe, a wooden bench with towels, and a coat rack.

14. Sarah Hotel

13.7 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Josh

€49

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A large brick building with multiple windows and a lawn in front.

A formal dining room with a chandelier, wooden paneling, and a red carpet.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a fireplace, a television, and a mirror.

A traditional brick building with a well-maintained garden and outdoor seating area.

15. Hintlesham Hall Hotel

8.5 km from Ipswich Waterfront

sandra

€112

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with a wooden counter, multiple liquor bottles, and a clock on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoor area.

16. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

18.7 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Tim

€65

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A cozy room with a large red leather chair, a wooden table with a book and a bottle, and a small candle.

A traditional pub with a black and white exterior, multiple chimneys, and a sign indicating food is served all day.

A pub with outdoor seating and a sign indicating it is a country pub.

A rustic dining area with wooden tables and chairs, brick walls, and a warm ambiance.

17. The Marlborough Dedham

15.5 km from Ipswich Waterfront

"We have stayed at the Marlborough before on our travels in 2025 and when we retuned this year 2026 we wanted to stay again but longer this time. So glad we did everyone one was kind and friendly and new what they were doing. the pub itself and the rooms were excellent and vintage. The area of course is wonderful. All service, food and beverages top class. We plan on returning possibly next year and will likely stay even longer. Thank you."

floyd

€142

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A rustic bar area with wooden counter, various bottles, and a chalkboard menu listing prices.

A playground with slides and a picnic area with umbrellas.

A traditional inn with wooden furniture, multiple windows with curtains, and a rustic interior.

A playground with a treehouse, slides, and picnic tables.

18. The Sorrel Horse Inn

8.5 km from Ipswich Waterfront

James

€100

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel reception with a brick facade and a sign above the entrance.

A lobby with a bar area, leather seating, and a fireplace.

A lobby with a red carpet, a chandelier, a fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

A neatly made bed with a headboard, two bedside lamps, a bedside table with a phone, and a window with curtains.

19. Orwell Hotel

16.1 km from Ipswich Waterfront

ian

€64

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A metal rack with multiple hooks holding black items, likely coats or bags, in a room with a wooden door and a textured wall.

20. Premier Inn Harwich

14.1 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Martin

€58

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Ipswich Waterfront

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside	9.6 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa	9.4 Exceptional 809 reviews	View
Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns	8.8 Excellent 475 reviews	View
Novotel Ipswich	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
B&B HOTEL Ipswich	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A dining area with brick walls, a fireplace, and a large window. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

A bookshelf with books and a sign with cottage rules.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a dresser, and a brick wall.

A small, two-story building with a white facade and a dark roof. There is a sign on the building that reads "The Old Inn."

The Railway

Ipswich

€88

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spa area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a wooden ceiling.

A grand lobby with a marble floor, red curtains, and classic furniture.

A room with a brick exterior, a sliding glass door leading to a bed with a headboard, and wicker furniture.

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel

Ipswich

€95

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A room with exposed wooden beams, a bed with white bedding, two bedside lamps, and a folded towel on the bed.

A living room with leather sofas, a window with curtains, a vase with flowers, and a laptop on a side table.

A green car parked in a driveway with a brick pathway, a white house with a black roof, and a wooden fence.

A white building with a tiled roof, a black door, and a small window.

2 bedroom accommodation in Sproughton

Sproughton

€268

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

Top Ipswich Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderfully renovated old salt house on the Ipswich marina. Gorgeous rooms and lovely restaurant. Attentive, interested and efficient staff. I’ll be back!"

easyHotel Ipswich

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were tiny to get ready in but overall a cheap hotel for one night"

Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

8/10 Good

"Nice staff and the food is good, room.could if been a bit cleaner,"

Other attractions near Ipswich Waterfront

A marina with boats docked, a large red building with columns, and a clock tower.

Custom House

8.0/10 (31 reviews)

Set amid the gentrified buildings of Ipswich Waterfront, this classical landmark stands as a reminder of the town’s importance as a maritime trading center.

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Ancient ruins with stone arches, a stone wall, and a signboard.

Blackfriars

10.0/10 (1 review)

8.6/10 (73 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Ipswich Regent Theatre, a popular theatre in Ipswich. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ipswich Waterfront?

Ipswich Waterfront is located in a historic area of Ipswich known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 115 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Ipswich Waterfront?

Adjacent to Ipswich Waterfront, Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options close by include B&B HOTEL Ipswich and easyHotel Ipswich.

How many hotels are there near Ipswich Waterfront?

Expedia has 115 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Ipswich Waterfront.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ipswich Waterfront, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Ipswich Waterfront.

What can I see and do near Ipswich Waterfront?

Ipswich Museum, Martlesham Heath Control Tower Museum and Ipswich Transport Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Blackfriars, Custom House and St Peter's by the Waterfront are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can catch a show at Ipswich Regent Theatre, New Wolsey Theatre and The Witchbottle Theatre.

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Our top choices for Ipswich Waterfront hotels

1. Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside

2. Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa

3. Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

4. Novotel Ipswich

5. B&B HOTEL Ipswich

6. Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG

7. Bridge Guest House

8. easyHotel Ipswich

9. Premier Inn Ipswich South

10. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

11. Milsoms Kesgrave Hall

12. The Marquis

13. Milsoms

14. Sarah Hotel

15. Hintlesham Hall Hotel

16. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

17. The Marlborough Dedham

18. The Sorrel Horse Inn

19. Orwell Hotel

20. Premier Inn Harwich

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Hotels recommended for families near Ipswich Waterfront

Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa

B&B HOTEL Ipswich

Novotel Ipswich

Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG

easyHotel Ipswich

The Railway

Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel

2 bedroom accommodation in Sproughton

Top Ipswich Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa

easyHotel Ipswich

Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

Other attractions near Ipswich Waterfront

Custom House

Blackfriars

Alexandra Park

The Witchbottle Theatre

St. Pancras Church

St. Helen's Church

Dance East

Ipswich Regent Theatre

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