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Our top choices for Ipswich Waterfront hotels

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

Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside
3.0 star property
0.3 km from Ipswich Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"The staff are very welcoming and helpful. "
United States
Stewart
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside
A brick building named "The Mermaid" with outdoor seating and a wooden pergola.

2. Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns
4.0 star property
2 km from Ipswich Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (484 reviews)
"Great stay in a great location. The staff were all excellent, and the Carvery was most enjoyable."
United States
Kevin
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with seating, and various kitchenware displayed on shelves.

3. B&B HOTEL Ipswich

B&B HOTEL Ipswich
4.0 star property
1.6 km from Ipswich Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Always a great stay, my go to"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
B&B HOTEL Ipswich
A modern interior with a dining area, seating, and a view.

4. Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG

Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Ipswich Waterfront
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place, nice location, lots of parking, helpful and efficient staff, strong wifi, good facilities."
United Kingdom
Jennifer
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted picture.

5. Bridge Guest House

Bridge Guest House
2.0 star property
1.5 km from Ipswich Waterfront
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (856 reviews)
"Clean room,quiet and serene, staff is super nice. Very close to train station"
United Kingdom
Osazuwa
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Bridge Guest House
A hotel with a classic facade, large windows, and a sign reading "easyHotel."

6. easyHotel Ipswich

easyHotel Ipswich
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Ipswich Waterfront
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Will stay there again, excellent price and location"
Canada
Tristan
The price is €36
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
easyHotel Ipswich
Room

7. Premier Inn Ipswich South

Premier Inn Ipswich South
3.0 star property
2.4 km from Ipswich Waterfront
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"heel praktisch met bar / restaurant ernaast"
Netherlands
Martinus
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Premier Inn Ipswich South
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a TV. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outdoors.

8. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

The Crown Stoke By Nayland
4.0 star property
19.6 km from Ipswich Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (102 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay and had a wonderful diner - beautiful food and totally relaxing."
United Kingdom
Sharon
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Crown Stoke By Nayland
A nighttime view of a pool area with lounge chairs, a bar area, and a building with large windows.

9. Talbooth House & Spa

Talbooth House & Spa
4.0 star property
16.3 km from Ipswich Waterfront
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"Beautiful setting, very helpful staff, lovely hotel excellent restaurant."
United Kingdom
Alan
The price is €290
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Talbooth House & Spa
A dining area with brick walls, a fireplace, and a large window. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

10. The Railway

The Railway
3.0 star property
3.3 km from Ipswich Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (140 reviews)
"Great hotel and restaurant"
United Kingdom
Jamie
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The Railway
An open door leading to a covered outdoor patio with a white table and chairs, a garden view, and a decorative chandelier.

11. Milsoms

Milsoms
3.0 star property
16.5 km from Ipswich Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Our room was spotlessly clean and tidy. Breakfast was excellent too. Will definitely return, thanks for making our stay so enjoyable."
United Kingdom
stephen
The price is €193
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Milsoms
A hotel room with a bed, a wooden cabinet, a desk, and a wall-mounted TV displaying "NETFLIX".

12. Sarah Hotel

Sarah Hotel
2.0 star property
13.7 km from Ipswich Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (67 reviews)
"Nice place, big rooms"
United Kingdom
Josh
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Sarah Hotel
A large house with a prominent chimney, a conservatory, and a well-maintained lawn.

13. The Marquis

The Marquis
4.0 star property
13.6 km from Ipswich Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (118 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in a wonderful country location. Restaurant and spa are excellent"
United Kingdom
david
The price is €286
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
The Marquis
A wooden table with a glass vase containing flowers and a decorative lantern.

14. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
3.0 star property
18.7 km from Ipswich Waterfront
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"A great base for visiting the area. Comfortable and clean. Food, both breakfast and dinner menu is great value and tasty."
United Kingdom
Dawn
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
A large brick building with multiple windows and a lawn in front.

15. Hintlesham Hall Hotel

Hintlesham Hall Hotel
4.0 star property
8.5 km from Ipswich Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (323 reviews)
"Beautiful grounds, super friendly and helpful staff and amazing breakfast included"
Canada
sandra
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Hintlesham Hall Hotel
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a pool.

16. Milsoms Kesgrave Hall

Milsoms Kesgrave Hall
4.0 star property
6.7 km from Ipswich Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (81 reviews)
"Lovely venue"
United States
thomas william
The price is €171
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Milsoms Kesgrave Hall
A table set with various glassware and bottles, a candle, and a window view of a street scene.

17. The Bull Inn

The Bull Inn
3.0 star property
11.3 km from Ipswich Waterfront
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Great location, comfortable room and really nice breakfast"
United Kingdom
Jennifer
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Bull Inn
A hotel reception with a brick facade and a sign above the entrance.

18. Orwell Hotel

Orwell Hotel
3.5 star property
16.1 km from Ipswich Waterfront
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (743 reviews)
"Check-in was quick and efficient, and the room was clean and comfortable. Good parking and easy access to the centre and beachfront. Would stay again."
United Kingdom
Oliver
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Orwell Hotel
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19. Premier Inn Harwich

Premier Inn Harwich
3.0 star property
14.1 km from Ipswich Waterfront
7.8 out of 10, Good, (31 reviews)
"Very nice location close to the harbour and ferry. Restaurant with an adequate menu for hotel guests only. Room has no airco but a fan instead."
Netherlands
Martin
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Premier Inn Harwich
A cozy room with a large red leather chair, a wooden table with a book and a bottle, and a small candle.

20. The Marlborough Dedham

The Marlborough Dedham
3.5 star property
15.5 km from Ipswich Waterfront
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (98 reviews)
"Absolutely perfect, great staff, beautiful room"
Australia
Robert
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Marlborough Dedham
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Compare popular hotels close to Ipswich Waterfront

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A restaurant with wooden tables and striped booths, framed pictures on the wall, and a bar area with a menu.
Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
9 reviews
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A brick building named "The Mermaid" with outdoor seating and a wooden pergola.
Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
484 reviews
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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with seating, and various kitchenware displayed on shelves.
B&B HOTEL Ipswich
4.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,000 reviews
View
A modern interior with a dining area, seating, and a view.
Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG
4.0 star property
8.2
Very good
1,001 reviews
View
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted picture.
Bridge Guest House
2.0 star property
8.0
Very good
856 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Ipswich Waterfront

A modern room with a view of a marina.

Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa

Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
4.0 star property
Ipswich
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (810)
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa

Top Ipswich Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG

Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Great place, nice location, lots of parking, helpful and efficient staff, strong wifi, good facilities."
Jennifer 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG

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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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.