Orwell Hotel

Property class: 3.5

Photo gallery for Orwell Hotel

A neatly made bed with a headboard, two bedside lamps, a bedside table with a phone, and a window with curtains.
A hotel reception with a brick facade and a sign above the entrance.
A table set with a three-tiered dessert stand, a glass of champagne, a cup of coffee, and a floral arrangement.
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.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov

Explore the area

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Hamilton Road, Felixstowe, England, IP11 7DX
  • Place, Felixstowe Seafront Gardens
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Felixstowe Market
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The View
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Felixstowe

At Orwell Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Felixstowe Seafront Gardens and Felixstowe Leisure Centre. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Westfield, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast. Buttery is the hotel's own pub, serving drinks along with breakfast. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Felixstowe hotel you'll find Ipswich Waterfront.

What's nearby

  • Felixstowe Seafront Gardens - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Felixstowe Leisure Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Felixstowe Market - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • The View - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Manning's Amusement Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Felixstowe Station - 3 min walk
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cookie Barista - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Blue & Berry - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Alba Chiara - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Café Bencotto - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fish Dish Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Orwell Hotel

There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Orwell Hotel also features a garden, coffee/tea in common area, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Felixstowe hotel is smoke free.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Orwell Hotel offers 60 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 10.95 for adults and GBP 6.95 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Buttery
  • Westfield

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 10.95 for adults and from GBP 6.95 for children

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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property is also known as

Orwell Hotel FELIXSTOWE
Orwell FELIXSTOWE
Orwell Hotel Hotel
Orwell Hotel Felixstowe
Orwell Hotel Hotel Felixstowe

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Orwell Hotel?

Orwell Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Orwell Hotel?

As of 10 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Orwell Hotel on 15 Nov 2026 start from AU$110, 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 Orwell Hotel?

Yep, Orwell Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Orwell Hotel?

The closest beach to Orwell Hotel is Orford Beach (19.9 km).

Does Orwell Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is on offer on weekdays between 7 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Orwell Hotel?

No, Orwell Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Orwell Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Orwell Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Orwell Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Orwell Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 280 out of 743 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 743 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 743 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 743 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 743 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, big old building with plenty of character and friendly and helpful staff, thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, well kept. A gem in a small town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Orwell is centrally located to all amenities ,minutes into town & pier which offers restaurants etc Lovely hotel maintains its charm and charisma
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
My room was clean and the staff are very helpful. The room is in need of modernization but it done it's job.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traditional hotel, well maintained, nice room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, directly opposite the station. Clean, friendly staff and a very pleasant bar to have a night cap.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
As always, good value and a unique traditional hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
besides an exploding hairdryer, the stay was perfect for what we needed and defied our expectations.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Close to station
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really good stay - good breakfast - no negatives.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Dated hotel that needs a good up date really.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking convenient let us log in and park a bit before checking in. Food at Elephant and Barrel amazing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ample parking, great location, nice clean room, comfy bed, staff pleasant and helpful, breakfast just the job. Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A new restaurant had been added since our last visit but the hotel overall has not improved. Still very tired and our room is even smaller than the last one. It’s ok for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to train station. Good staff. Good price would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
really good hotel, food nice staff friendly and helpful. clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a burger in the bar and it was very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location for where I was working. My room was large with a comfortable bed. Tea and coffee facilities were good and tv channels ok. Only really downside was very poor water pressure in the shower. I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Whilst the room was clean enough, it was very basic. No head board, poor mattress and 1 coat hanger to hang the clothes (on the back of the door) for 2 people staying in a twin room for 2 nights. Again, the bathroom was clean although there was little to no pressure in the shower and the sink tap came off in my hand.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room not as advertised it was not a superior double room which is what we payed for
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, very clean. Rob on reception was very helpful. Other staff are lovely too. I was in an older room, very comfortable bed and clean. Fantastic value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very pleased with our Felixstowe stay at the Orwell. The room was comfortable and clean. The evening meal had an indian influence and I tried some interesting and enjoyable dishes. An adequate breakfast paved the way for the day, after our solid sleep. So if the need calls for a return to the town then we will stay here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff nothing to much problem
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great, amenities, breakfast and price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025