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Novotel Ipswich

4.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Exterior
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June

Explore the area

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Greyfriars Road, Ipswich, England, IP1 1UP
  • Place, Portman Road
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Ipswich Waterfront
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ipswich Regent Theatre
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a red and black sofa, and a large window with curtains.

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds (Updated)

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

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Ipswich

Novotel Ipswich puts you in the heart of Ipswich, within steps of St Peter's by the Waterfront and Wolsey's Gate. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .Main Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. 2153 square feet (200 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a gym. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Near this 4-property class Ipswich hotel, you'll find Ipswich Waterfront.

What's nearby

  • Blackfriars - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Portman Road - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ipswich Waterfront - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ipswich Regent Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ipswich Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Ipswich (IPW-Ipswich Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marinero - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hopsters - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Central Canteen - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Novotel Ipswich

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 2153 square feet (200 square metres) and includes conference space. A fitness centre, a terrace, and express check-out are also featured at the business-friendly Novotel Ipswich. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Ipswich hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 101 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 2153 sq ft of conference space
  • 200 sq. m of conference space
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Ipswich offers 101 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 7 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Main Bar

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Business services

  • 2,153 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

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 noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday:
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot springs
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Public bath
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Saturday and Sunday:
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot springs
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Public bath
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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 15.95 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 7.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

Property Registration Number GB198502142

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Ipswich Novotel
Novotel Hotel Ipswich
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Novotel Ipswich Hotel Ipswich
Novotel Ipswich Suffolk
Novotel Ipswich Hotel
Novotel Ipswich Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Novotel Ipswich?

Novotel Ipswich offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Ipswich?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Ipswich on 31 May 2026 start from AU$125, 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 Novotel Ipswich?

Yep, Novotel Ipswich has an uncovered self car park for GBP 7.00 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

What makes Novotel Ipswich a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Novotel Ipswich.

Does Novotel Ipswich serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is served weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Novotel Ipswich?

No, Novotel Ipswich does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Novotel Ipswich?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Novotel Ipswich?

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

Novotel Ipswich Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 463 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 369 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Gary

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great executive room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely large clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

H

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, £7 for 24 hour parking with a nice spacious room with free WiFi. Breakfast superb too
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious room Great Breakfast Good wi fi Ample Parking Good Location Good shower
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jack

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was nice and tidy. Not enough outlets on the bed side of the room. Had to stretch cords for chargers. 1 more outlet on the headboard side would make it easier.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, quiet even though its a large junction, bar was nice, food was pretty good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

T M

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
all around good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

MICHAEL

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The sound proofing of the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jamiu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was helpful, room service food was really bad
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

D

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

SIMON

Liked: Amenities
Name check for Jordan ( front of house ) This gentleman went above and beyond. As ITFC were playing at home I had to park temporarily on yellow lines in the car park. He offered to move his own car do I could park.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Decent in all respects.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prof. Rhoda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dr Sotiris

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and tidy comfy room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025