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The Guinness Arms

3.0 star property

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A cozy restaurant with wooden furniture, a bar area, and a warm ambiance.
Deluxe Double Room
A patio area with picnic tables and umbrellas, a brick barbecue station, and a view of a grassy field and trees.
A bedroom with a large bed, multiple framed botanical prints on the wall, a side table with a lamp, and a chair with a tropical print.
A black building with a thatched roof and a sign reading "GUINNESS ARMS."

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$240
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July

Explore the area

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The Street, Bury St Edmunds, England, IP28 6PS
  • Place, West Stow Country Park and Anglo Saxon Village
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Larkwood Trout Fishery
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lackford Lakes
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, framed pictures, a wooden wardrobe, and a floral wallpaper.

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a round mirror, and a wall adorned with framed pictures.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double Room, Accessible

Deluxe Double Room, Accessible

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Bury St Edmunds

At The Guinness Arms, you'll be 3.5 km (2.1 mi) from West Stow Country Park and Anglo Saxon Village and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Lackford Lakes. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly inn offers free WiFi in public areas. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .In proximity to this 3-property class Bury St Edmunds inn you'll find Newmarket Racecourse.
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What's nearby

  • West Stow Country Park and Anglo Saxon Village - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Larkwood Trout Fishery - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Fuller's Mill Garden - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Lackford Lakes - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Royal Worlington & Newmarket Golf Club - 9 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Bury St Edmunds Station - 13 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Angel's Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Half Moon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crown & Castle - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Guinness Arms

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Bury St Edmunds inn.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Guinness Arms offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 6.50 to 17 for adults and GBP 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

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: GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

The Guinness Arms Inn
The Guinness Arms Bury St Edmunds
The Guinness Arms Inn Bury St Edmunds

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Guinness Arms?

The Guinness Arms offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 6 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Guinness Arms on 12 July 2026 start from AU$240, 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.

Is parking available at The Guinness Arms?

Yep, The Guinness Arms has a free self car park.

Does The Guinness Arms serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Guinness Arms?

No, The Guinness Arms does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Guinness Arms?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Guinness Arms?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Guinness Arms Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 133 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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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
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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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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

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful flying visit, beautiful location, stunning accommodation, friendly staff and dog friendly. Just fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful. The rooms were gorgeous and the staff were so happy and helpful. Will definitely be returning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wisia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Just perfect 👍
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous room such lovely friendly staff lovely dinner - perfect over night stay would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food and a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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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
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10/10 Excellent

LIAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property, great breakfast, and great dinner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great check in. Shown to our room by friendly staff member. Room lovely. Very clean. Plenty of amenities. Lovely fluffy towells. Great smelling toiletries. Food lovely. Lots of options available. Did not sleep well however due to noisy people above and door slamming . Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Properly was amazing and staff was brilliant. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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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
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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
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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

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

Mindaugas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was everything amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025