The Best Hotels Closest to Ipswich Waterfront in Ipswich - 2026 Updated Prices

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

A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

1. Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside

0.3 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Stewart

฿1,930

฿2,316 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A conservatory with a tiled roof, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various plants and a lawn.

A staircase leading to a door with a stained glass window.

A twin room with two single beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view.

A conservatory with four armchairs and a red sofa, large windows, and a radiator.

2. Toothbrush Rooms at Lattice Lodge

1.7 km from Ipswich Waterfront

David

฿3,080

฿3,697 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

A reception desk with two staff members, a sign that says "Stay the night," and decorative vases with flowers.

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

3. Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

2 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Kevin

฿2,058

฿2,470 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

A room with a brick wall, a large window, a green armchair, a table, and a lamp.

4. B&B HOTEL Ipswich

1.6 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Sarah

฿1,893

฿2,271 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

A banquet table set with white and blue decor, including a blue tablecloth, white napkins, and a blue and white balloon arch.

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

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

5. Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG

2.6 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Steve

฿1,974

฿2,368 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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.

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

6. Bridge Guest House

1.5 km from Ipswich Waterfront

฿1,751

฿2,101 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a shower area, and a cityscape wall decoration.

7. easyHotel Ipswich

0.8 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Tristan

฿1,143

฿1,371 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

8. Premier Inn Ipswich South

2.4 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Martinus

฿1,880

฿2,256 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A traditional pub with a red sign, hanging flower baskets, and a brick exterior.

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."

9. The Railway

3.3 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Jamie

฿2,764

฿3,317 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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.

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

10. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

19.6 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Sharon

฿4,412

฿5,294 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A nighttime view of a pool area with lounge chairs, a bar area, and a building with large windows.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative mirror.

A bar area with shelves of various liquor bottles, a bottle of Moët & Chandon champagne, and a martini glass on the counter.

A large, two-story building with a prominent chimney, large windows, and a covered patio area with chairs and umbrellas.

11. Talbooth House & Spa

16.3 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Alan

฿8,259

฿9,911 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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.

A large, ivy-covered building with a well-manicured lawn and neatly trimmed hedges.

12. Milsoms

16.5 km from Ipswich Waterfront

ian

฿5,620

฿6,744 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 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.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a view of the countryside, and a sunset in the background.

13. The Marquis

13.6 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Graham

฿8,809

฿10,570 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

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

฿2,058

฿2,469 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 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 hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoor area.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple parking spaces, and a clear sky.

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

15. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

18.7 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Tim

฿2,041

฿2,450 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A spacious hallway with a piano, chairs, and potted plants.

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.

16. Hintlesham Hall Hotel

8.5 km from Ipswich Waterfront

sandra

฿4,091

฿4,909 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a pool.

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

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

A dining table set with plates, cutlery, and wine glasses, surrounded by upholstered chairs.

17. Milsoms Kesgrave Hall

6.7 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Helene

฿5,274

฿6,329 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A table set with various glassware and bottles, a candle, and a window view of a street scene.

A street view with a building labeled 'The Bull Inn,' a signpost with directions, and a well-lit street.

A room with wooden paneled walls, a fireplace, and two chairs with red cushions.

Outdoor seating with tables and umbrellas, stone benches, and a clear sky.

18. The Bull Inn

11.3 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Dilek

฿4,893

฿5,872 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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 cozy living room with a brick fireplace, leather armchair, and a large book on a coffee table.

19. 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

฿4,423

฿5,307 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A traditional building with a sign reading "The Cherry Tree."

An outdoor patio with wooden benches and tables, string lights, and potted plants.

A modern living room with a round glass coffee table, a remote control, and a small plant on the table.

A rustic interior with wooden beams, a chalkboard menu displaying various drinks, and a sign for 'The Tap & Steam Room'.

20. Cherry Tree Pub

10.9 km from Ipswich Waterfront

Heather

฿5,261

฿6,313 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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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
Toothbrush Rooms at Lattice Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 91 reviews	View
Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns	8.8 Excellent 472 reviews	View
B&B HOTEL Ipswich	8.4 Very good 1,006 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG	8.2 Very good 1,004 reviews	View

Top Ipswich Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Novotel Ipswich

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent staff and clean and quiet room."

B&B HOTEL Ipswich

10/10 Excellent

"Great value hotel, clean and well run with great staff"

Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent staff, every hotel should have as good a team as this hotel have, dry good stay nothing to complain about"

Bridge Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Property was clean but worn, but prices are cheap and well worth the price. Lots of free parking on site, staff are freindly. Very convenient to railway station and easy walk to town and to restaurants etc, I have stayed here many times and I will deffinitly return"

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)

A mishmash of architectural styles and varied dining options fill this district that cuts through the site of a former Dominican friary.

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Alexandra Park

After visiting Alexandra Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ipswich. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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The Witchbottle Theatre

Enjoy a performance at The Witchbottle 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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St. Pancras Church

St. Pancras Church is just one of the places to see in Ipswich, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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St. Helen's Church

Learn about the local history of Ipswich when you spend time at St. Helen's Church. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Dance East

Enjoy a show at Dance East, a popular theatre in Ipswich. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Ipswich Regent Theatre

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 Clifford Road Air Raid Shelter Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Blackfriars, St Peter's by the Waterfront and Christchurch Mansion 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. Toothbrush Rooms at Lattice Lodge

3. Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

4. B&B HOTEL Ipswich

5. Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG

6. Bridge Guest House

7. easyHotel Ipswich

8. Premier Inn Ipswich South

9. The Railway

10. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

11. Talbooth House & Spa

12. Milsoms

13. The Marquis

14. Sarah Hotel

15. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

16. Hintlesham Hall Hotel

17. Milsoms Kesgrave Hall

18. The Bull Inn

19. The Marlborough Dedham

20. Cherry Tree Pub

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Top Ipswich Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Novotel Ipswich

B&B HOTEL Ipswich

Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

Bridge Guest House

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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