The Ickworth Hotel

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and free breakfast

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Indoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Front of property
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Spa
  • Room service
The current price is AU$287
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

Explore the area

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Bury St Edmunds, Bury St Edmunds, England, IP29 5QE
  • Ickworth House
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • The Apex
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Greene King Brewery
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

Attic Room

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Cosy Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

Lodge Cosy Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Lodge Three Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 50 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Room

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Lodge Two Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

Two bedroom Hervey Suite

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

The Butlers Quarters

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Lodge Classic Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Lodge Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Bury St Edmunds

A family-friendly stay in Bury St Edmunds awaits you at The Ickworth Hotel. You'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Ickworth House and 5.3 km (3.3 mi) from Greene King Brewery. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include 2 restaurants, an indoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .A day of pampering can include hot stone massages and body wraps. The restaurant, Fredericks, serves Regional cuisine and is open for dinner. Enjoy the free kids' club, outdoor tennis court and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 7 AM and 10 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Bury St Edmunds hotel include Suffolk Regiment Museum and St Mary's Church.

What's nearby

  • Ickworth House - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Apex - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Greene King Brewery - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
  • St Edmundsbury Cathedral - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Bury St Edmunds Abbey - 9 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Bury St Edmunds Station - 13 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nando's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beehive - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hunter Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Flex bar,club & lounge - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Ickworth Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and free breakfast
The Ickworth Hotel offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and an indoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a terrace, and a complimentary children's club are also featured at the family-friendly The Ickworth Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Bury St Edmunds hotel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
The Ickworth Hotel offers 38 accommodations with DVD players and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers. This Bury St Edmunds hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps and body scrubs.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Conservatory
  • Fredericks

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Free children's club
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Free children's club
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 8 December 2025 to 13 July 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from 8 December 2025 to 13 July 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Tennis courts
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
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 American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Hotel Ickworth
Ickworth Hotel
Ickworth Hotel Bury St Edmunds
Ickworth Bury St Edmunds
The Ickworth Hotel Hotel
The Ickworth Hotel Bury St Edmunds
The Ickworth Hotel Hotel Bury St Edmunds

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Ickworth Hotel?

Yep, The Ickworth Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ickworth Hotel?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ickworth Hotel on 21 Sept 2025 start from AU$286.69, 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 there a spa on site at The Ickworth Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as hot stone massages.

Does The Ickworth Hotel have a pool?

The Ickworth Hotel has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The property will be renovating one of the swimming pools from December 8 2025 until July 13 2026 (completion date subject to change).

Is The Ickworth Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club, supervised childcare and a playground, it's no surprise that The Ickworth Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Ickworth Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary English breakfast is served daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ickworth Hotel?

No, The Ickworth Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Ickworth Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Ickworth Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine.The property will be renovating its dining venue from December 8 2025 until July 13 2026 (completion date subject to change).

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ickworth Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Ickworth Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at The Ickworth Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.