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The Ship at Dunwich

4.0 star property
Beachfront inn for sun and fun

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Garden
On the beach
View from property
Family Double Room
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov

Explore the area

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St James Street Dunwich, Saxmundham, England, IP17 3DT
  • Place, Dunwich Heath and Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Southwold Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, RSPB Minsmere
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Double Room

Family Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Room

Basic Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Saxmundham

The Ship at Dunwich places you steps from Dunwich Museum and within a 20-minute stroll of Dunwich Heath and Beach. Highlights at this beachfront inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The Ship serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Saxmundham inn include Norfolk Broads and Southwold Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Dunwich Heath and Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Southwold Beach - 10 min drive - 11.4 km
  • RSPB Minsmere - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Suffolk Coast National Nature Reserve - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Southwold Pier - 14 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Brampton Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lord Nelson - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Adnams Cellar & Kitchen Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sole Bay Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Two Magpies Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Old Bell - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Ship at Dunwich

Beachfront inn for sun and fun
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Ship at Dunwich also features a terrace and a garden. Self parking is free.
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Ship at Dunwich offers 16 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding 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 self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Ship

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.00 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.00 per stay.

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 18.50 for adults and from GBP 10 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.00 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.00 per stay

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.

We should mention

  • 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

Ship Dunwich Hotel Saxmundham
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Ship Dunwich Inn Saxmundham
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Ship at Dunwich?

The Ship at Dunwich offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ship at Dunwich?

As of 25 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ship at Dunwich on 6 Nov 2025 start from AU$198.84, 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 The Ship at Dunwich?

Yep, The Ship at Dunwich has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Ship at Dunwich?

Yep, The Ship at Dunwich is on Dunwich Heath and Beach.

Does The Ship at Dunwich serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is served daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ship at Dunwich?

No, The Ship at Dunwich does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Ship at Dunwich?

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 Ship at Dunwich?

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

Are pets allowed at The Ship at Dunwich?

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

The Ship at Dunwich Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 134 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location near beach, friendly staff nice atmoshere
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
shower was a bit low.Difficult to find plugs for recharging phone Staff were great nd helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness

Good for evening meal

Check in was not good, we had booked a snug room as we have a dog, it had been described as a courtyard room, it was upstairs! When I questioned it the man said oh you booked through experience & he pulled a face. The bar man told us where to go for breakfast. Sink in our room filled up with water although the plug wasn’t in it .could have been a bit cleaner . Evening meal was very nice, breakfast was a bit hit & miss
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good choice for our stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

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

Stay here!

Everything great, no complaints, staff lovely, highly recommended, Hope can return for another stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

christian

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bedroom was clean, location good. Staff subdued, food below average.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
We stayed as part of our honeymoon and I had requested a bottle of prosecco in the room prior to arrival (for £30) which did not happen. The room was ok (off the carpark) and food was good but the service from staff although friendly was very slow. The bar often didn't have anyone behind it (out the back in the kitchen) and once we'd finished our mains the plates were not collected and we gave up on trying to order a desert and then waited at the bar to settle our bill. Also, we waited to check out as there was nobody at the desk. It was a real shame as this hotel and restaurant has everything as it is in a perfect location with great walks and that's why we chose it for part of our honeymoon. Service and little details make a big difference and this hotel could easily move from being average to fantastic with a few minor tweaks and attention to detail !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Anna

A nice stay but a few things could’ve been improved. Food was lovely and staff were friendly. However they just don’t have enough staff so the service was really slow. The room wasn’t great for the money we paid either. It was overlooked a bit and next to the kitchen so outside was a bit scruffy. The toilet was broken too and my husband had to fix it. Parking was a bit of an issue too. When we arrived we couldn’t even get a space on the same road. Lovely location though as walkable to beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Staff are wonderful. More thought needs to be put into how guests can store their belongings as space is so limited. Huge bedside lamps aren’t great when you have a book, reading glasses, phone and water by the bed - equally having a extra large kettle, tray, tea and coffee tins and jars taking up the whole surface of the desk is not useful. The same applies to the bathroom - at the very least provide a toothbrush holder and a shelf to store bathroom bits and pieces, we had to place our washing bags on the floor. More hanging hooks are also needed -
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, very convenient for beach. Lovely food, very friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
We have stayed at this property many times and have always enjoyed it for its position. Slightly disappointed this time as I paid for a superior room and I am not sure that is what we had. It was ok but not as nice as the other rooms we have had before. The service in the bar area was also very slow as it was not permanently managed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eamonn

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

Friendly old country pup with modern rooms

Lovely rambling country pub with modern rooms. The staff were very friendly and helpful, we really felt welcome. Inside and outside dining with courtyard area and beer garden. I liked the slightly quirky building with several small dining rooms. Food was good and typical pub prices. The location is very quiet and nearby houses are hidden away. It’s only about 3 minutes walk to a fantastic beach, 5 minutes to the parish church and under 8 minutes to a monastery ruin. There is even a local museum a few houses up from the pub. It was a perfect way to spend a beautiful summers evening. We enjoyed our visit and would consider staying there again.
Beach only a few minutes walk away
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024