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Orwell Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Felixstowe with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk

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Garden
Café
Hallway
Luxury Double Room
Library

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Hamilton Road, Felixstowe, England, IP11 7DX
  • Place, Felixstowe Seafront Gardens
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Suffolk Coast and Heaths
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Martello Tower
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Suite | Living area

Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Felixstowe

At Orwell Hotel you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Felixstowe Seafront Gardens and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Ocean Boulevard Fun Park. 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. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Felixstowe hotel include Forum Amusement Centre and The View.

What's nearby

  • Felixstowe Seafront Gardens - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The View - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Suffolk Coast and Heaths - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Martello Tower - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Felixstowe Ferry Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Felixstowe Station - 3 min walk
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fludyers Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Prezzo - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hamilton Fish & Chips - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Clifftop Cafe - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Orwell Hotel

Hotel in Felixstowe with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk
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
  • Smoke-free property

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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 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.

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. 228 out of 614 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 614 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 614 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 614 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 614 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gary, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First night bit noisy but they gave us an upgrade for the next night and free breakfast so cant complain.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very welcoming. Felt very safe as a single lady on their own. The Shops were very close and the seafront was in walking distance. Next to the railway station and easy to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We arrived and were assinged a ‘suite’, room 200, which did not have a seating area separate from the bedroom as in the pictures. It was a large-ish room that was fine, but had the single worst view out of any hotel window i’d ever stayed at! No exaggeration, a couple of walls with corridor windows and a filthy flat roof, with ducting and beer cans. We asked to be moved but the hotel was full. They told us this was the only suite without a view (lucky me). We were comped breakfast for our disappointment. After a day exploring the town in the sunshine, we came back and decided to try the newly refurbished and reopened restaurant. It looks amazing, but unfortunately the processes involved in delivering food leaves much to be desired. We waited an hour for our order to arrive, as did other diners. When it finally did turn up, they’d got my partner’s order wrong, delivering a dish with cheese despite us telling them she was intolerant. This was taken away and it was a further 10 or so minute wait until a new dish arrived, during which time she sat watching me eat my food and sampling a little of what i had. Not ideal. The food was good but the wait, apparently due to communication and teething isdues, was way, way too long. This didn’t seem to affect the large table of hotel management, who arrived after us but were served straight away. This hotel could be really good and obviously they are starting to invest after years of neglect but right now it falls well short.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good value

The Hotel and restaurant appeared to be in a period of transition during our stay. It feels like a once grand hotel that had been allowed to slide somewhat and is now on a path to recovery. It is incredibly cheap for what you get Our room was lovely, spacious, and beautifully decorated. The en suite bathroom was lovely, although the wait for hot water to come through was considerable, as is often the case with hotels of this vintage. The bed was comfortable with extra pillows etc available in the wardrobe if required. There were no bedside plugs/charging points which would have been useful. We didn't eat at the hotel, although the menu looked reasonable. We had a couple of drinks in the bar, there was a wait for me service as the bar staff were also covering other duties, but the bar was well stocked and reasonably priced. I'd certainly return in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gareth

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Another good value stay in the heart of Felixstowe

One night stay in one of the refurbished double rooms, room was well finished and a good size with a good shower in the bathroom and modern illuminated mirror. Beds were comfortable and the room was supplied with a fan, tea, coffee, biscuits and bottled water provided in the room but it would benefit from a kettle that removes from the base so you do not have to unplug from under the table every time. There was an extractor outlet by the window which started up at about 6:30 in preparation for breakfast, maybe an issue for some but did not bother us, view from the room was limited to the roof area but again this was not a problem for us. Breakfast was an improvement on our last stay as the Bain Marie heaters were working under the food which kept it hotter, there was as always a good hot buffet breakfast selection and a continental selection also, good value for money, ample free car parking and staff were as previously very efficient and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for two nights and we were astounded how good the hotel was for the price that we paid. The room was ample size, spotlessly clean and had everything that we needed. The staff were all really friendly and welcoming. The food (both breakfast and dinner) were excellent and great value for money. We have already booked to return next year. Particular praise must go to the lady (I don't know her name) that served behind the bar, served the dinners and worked in the breakfast room in the morning. She was really friendly and she didn't stop working. Whatever they are paying her, it's not enough !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing stay.

Yet another lovely stay.Good to see the new owners renovating and upgrading the hotel. The installation of a new accessible toilet is very good to see. It would be nice to see some re-cycling facilities, rather than all rubbish going in the same bins in rooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was basic but clean however only a small window to open for fresh air and luckily it has cooled down but it was still a warm room. There was a fan in the room but the cable wasn’t very long and so at night it was pointless having it on in bed. Great location and lovely old building with a lot of potential. For the price we paid no complaints but had we paid £80 plus I would have had issues. Would we stay again, yes but not in the summer as it would have been way too uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karl

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Visible improvements are being made & are still ongoing. But with that in mind there are few minor issues that leave an impression. My superior room (Room 213) wasn’t that big & torn wallpaper & stained lampshade gave it a bit of an unloved feel. Also for whatever reason the WiFi in the room was slow slow quick quick slow then non existent. Frustrating & when mentioned (not complained) I was reminded it was free. If possible I would have paid for better ! Oh and could someone tidy the car park please as a first impression it’s not good. I visit the hotel often over the past 10 years but still no loyalty or reward scheme so they have no clue whether it’s your first visit or 25th. Still love the building and location.
Bed fine for one
Newly refurbed bathroom
Tea coffee water & biscuits
Torn wallpaper
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, poor hotel.com booking

This would of had a higher score accept when we went to check in, the room we had paid for wasnt available and we had a lower grade room which wasnt great. The hotel couldnt apologise enough and had said that hotels.com hadnt specified the room type when the booking came through. As you can imagine i wasnt impressed when it had been booked since march. I will be raising this with hotels.com but the hotel itself was great and the service was fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anton

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Things got off to a bad start - there was a problem with the booking, Expedia failed to sort it, we ended up in a room that was below the standard we booked and overall our expectations were not met. The hotel put all of the blame on Expedia and said they often have problems with Expedia bookings. Some things to note: None of the superior double rooms have a bathtub (contrary to the room description) and the room we were offered (202) was very small, having only a 4ft. 6in bed. and a shower cubicle. The room was certainly not big enough to fit in the sofa that was depicted in the photos on the room description. So to get a bathtub we had to accept a standard double room and our request for a refund of the price difference was refused. The dinner menu is a bit limited and basic, but okay if you are hungry and a bit tired to go out to get supper. Reviews of the buffet breakfast put us off trying it. There are some cafes nearby that serve good coffee.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025