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The White Horse Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Leiston with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Exterior
Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking
Front of property – evening/night
Food and drink

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$254
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan

Explore the area

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Station Rd, Leiston, England, IP16 4HD
  • Place, Long Shop Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Leiston Abbey
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Southwold Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Bathroom

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Detached private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Superior Single Room

Superior Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Quadruple Room

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Superior Quadruple Room

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Leiston

At The White Horse Hotel you'll be steps from Long Shop Museum and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Leiston Abbey. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The family restaurant, Ingalls Room, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Smugglers Bar is the hotel's own pub, serving drinks along with brunch and lunch. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Leiston hotel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Suffolk Coast and Heaths and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Thorpeness Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Long Shop Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Leiston Abbey - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Southwold Beach - 20 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Norfolk Broads - 34 min drive - 35.4 km
  • Ipswich Waterfront - 45 min drive - 48.5 km

Getting around

  • Saxmundham Station - 9 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dolphin Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sizewell Sports & Social Club - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Lion Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Meare Shop and Tearooms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Old Bell - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The White Horse Hotel

Hotel in Leiston with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 269 square feet (25 square metres) and includes conference space. The White Horse Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Leiston hotel.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 269 sq ft of conference space
  • 25 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The White Horse Hotel offers 13 accommodations with free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. This Leiston hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. 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

  • Free offsite parking within 10 metres
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 7.50 for adults and GBP 4.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Ingalls Room
  • Smugglers Bar

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 269 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 full breakfast: from approximately GBP 7.50 for adults and from GBP 4.50 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

White Horse Hotel Leiston
White Horse Leiston
Hotel The White Horse Hotel Leiston
Leiston The White Horse Hotel Hotel
The White Horse Hotel Leiston
Hotel The White Horse Hotel
White Horse Hotel
White Horse

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The White Horse Hotel?

Yep, The White Horse Hotel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at The White Horse Hotel?

As of 1 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The White Horse Hotel on 4 Jan 2026 start from AU$254.41, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The White Horse Hotel?

The closest beach to The White Horse Hotel is Dunwich Heath and Beach (6.9 km).

Is The White Horse Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and a picnic area, it's no surprise that The White Horse Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The White Horse Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is on offer on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The White Horse Hotel?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The White Horse Hotel?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at The White Horse Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The White Horse Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 59 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

callam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was fantastic(not included with price) family room was nice but had 2 single beds rather than a double.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Helpful staff, quite pleasant restaurant, good location for visiting Aldeburgh and surrounding area. Room very small, not what we thought we had booked. Expedia room description misleading.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
*
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

The pavlova alone is worth the trip

Comfortable room with excellent tea making supplies - and a good sized mug each! The floor fan was useful as it was very warm. The hotel kindly allowed a later check out with a prompt and polite response to our request. Check in was efficient and simple. The evening meal was superb - great value and the pavlova! Wow! Chef’s kiss! All in all - a beautiful historic building and a really enjoyable stay. We will return I am sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don’t let the the outside fool you. Inside the rooms are very well done and spotless. Breakfast was tasty, well cooked and hot. Coffee was very good. Staff were very friendly and helpful and the allow dogs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff easy to find and good service. Beer was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

David, Great Yarmouth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
No restaurant service on the evenings Sat & Sun. May be on the website but just didnt expected of a 'Hotel'.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel fine for short stay, not much else to do in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
On the floor we was on there was a hell of stairs not suitable for anyone that I and it is right by the set of traffic lights where you have the crossing going all the time also traffic noise which was very noisy and because it’s a listed building. I cannot have double glazing, would I go there again possibly not because of the flight stairs and also the traffic noise?
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Celine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here after running the Suffolk Coast Path 50k. What an amazing place, lovely staff, clean rooms, and we sat in an area called the snug - had excellent food service and my wife said the steak was the best she’d ever had.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Clair

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never would stay again

People that worked there was very nice and intensive But the room wasn’t worth the price I paid Food was nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Clair

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never would stay again

People that worked there was very nice and intensive But the room wasn’t worth £50 let alone £156 Food was nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

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

A Very Pleasant Stay

Have stayed at this property numerous times when visiting friends in Leiston. Our room was very clean. Plenty of hot beverages and biscuits. Toiletries supplied. Staff really helpful. Breakfast available if required. You can't always park on site but plenty of parking a short walk away. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff are friendly and helpful. The food is spectacular. I realise the building is old but the bedroom and stairs are in need of decorating. We had a great couple of days, live music on the Sunday, the band was really good. Cup final was on, never heard any if it from the room. We would stay again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pleasant friendly staff. Excellent breakfast with a good choice on the menu. The room and en-suite bathroom were clean and the towels were of good quality. Comfortable bed. Leiston is a town with a lot of through traffic so traffic noise noticeable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really welcoming, cheerful and helpful staff. A great base to explore the Suffolk coast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was superb, and fully matched what we were looking for
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay at the Whitehorse hotel. The staff were really helpful and friendly. It would’ve been nice to have a mirror in my room, otherwise the room was satisfactory. I do think it would be good if the price of a breakfast was included in the overall price rather than having to pay separately.I also think that overall it is a little bit on the expensive side, but I understand they have to make a living!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024