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Orwell Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Felixstowe with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Front of property
Suite | Living area
Triple Room | Living area
Reception
Suite | Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Laundry
    Laundry
The price is NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov

Explore the area

Map
Hamilton Road, Felixstowe, England, IP11 7DX
  • Felixstowe Seafront Gardens
    13 min walk
  • Forum Amusement Centre
    2 min drive
  • The View
    2 min drive

Room options

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

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

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

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

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Twin room 1

Twin room 1

Highlights

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

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Luxury Double Room

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

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

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

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

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Suite | Living area

Suite

Highlights

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

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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, brunch, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas 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 - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Felixstowe Ferry Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Martello Tower - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Suffolk Coast and Heaths - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Ipswich Waterfront - 15 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hamilton Fish and Chips - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Alex - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Grosvenor - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fish Dish - ‬17 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 business centre and meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Orwell Hotel also features a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Felixstowe hotel is smoke free.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • 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
  • Coffee shop
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.

Languages

English

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

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

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
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Orwell Hotel?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Orwell Hotel on 28 Nov 2024 start from NZ$135.58, 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 Ness National Nature Reserve (18.6 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

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 486 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 486 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 486 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 486 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 486 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jackie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well positioned hotel. We had a superior room which was very reasonable and I think it would be the best choice at this hotel. I would stay again. The bar staff weren't overly welcoming, but it was quite late when we ordered a drink. I guess they wanted to go.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel in a good location for shops and beach. Clean and comfortable room but a bit dated both furniture and bathroom. Bar area is nice and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

clifford

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

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good all rounder.
We have stayed at the Orwell several times now, we are generally happy with service, facilities etc. As with a lot of hotels a few areas need attention but this does seem to be ongoing.Staff are generally very helpful if a problem arises. The only issue this time was that the menus stated that food was available to order until 8.45p.m. When actually it was 7.45 so our order was refused by chef at 7.50!! The bar tender was most apologetic but not his fault- the menus need altering- an easy fix. We love the location of the Orwell,parking facilities, also the beautiful Edwardian features.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Marie

Read lots of really negative reviews before booking. Booked anyway as was cheap. Reception staff were friendly and polite. Room was dated however it was clean. Didnt use the bath as the enamel was yellowing, matress was old and lumpy. You get you pay for and for the money i paid i was satisfied
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jar

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

6/10 Okay

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Very average
A number of issues with the bathroom facilities, reception was not consistently manned, and the breakfast was average at best!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful friendly pleasant ,good parking and lovely outdoor area. Thank-you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not good at all
Hotel is very tired, not worth the money. Check in was conducted by a lad on his phone, he kept the call going whilst checking me in (albeit not talking to them) but made sure the check in was quick so he could get back to his conversation. No directions to where to go, where the restaurant is etc. Room was too hot, window open and the inner lining had bird poo on it. 100% won’t be staying here every again unless it’s fully refurbished!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

n

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Oh Dear
Stayed one night in this rather dated hotel as a couple. Check in was seamless and friendly. The room was large and clean but in need of refurbishing with only a standard double bed rather than a Queen or King size, the shower was weak and available in only too hot or too cold. This is an old building and retains its character well with a library and porters lodge for storing luggage. There was a limited choice of bar food in the evening. The quality was good and the service friendly. HOWEVER having requested a Gluten Free meal I was served onion rings with my steak. Only my insistence on a double check averted disaster. Breakfast can only be described as chaotic. Reasonable choice, in a buffet style, but almost everything needed replenishing and when this was done, such a small quantity was brought out that it instantly ran out again. Not only food but plates and glasses. Hot water for tea was from a flask (really?). The two young staff present were helpful but clearly overwhelmed. A bit of supervision and forward planning would have worked wonders. They must know how many people are booked in for breakfast and should have had the required supplies ready, thus less running around when things get busy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room and bathroom were a bit tired and dated but otherwise a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have visited the Orwell Hotel several times now and is always a very enjoyable stay. Staff friendly, Rooms always clean, meals very good. Car parking is excellent and the hotel is very conveniently placed to walk into town, and visiting places of interest.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Brynn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The hotel and staff where lovely. Unfortunately the mattress was awful, I couldn't handle that for more than a couple of nights. I used the spare duvet as a mattress topper
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Riky

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Boyhood Wishes
Since delivering papers to the Orwell Hotel as a boy I have wanted to stay here. It did not disappoint and was an interesting mix of old and new. We think some of the staff were new as a couple of times we had to remind them for the milk to complete the tea order. The rooms were convenient and clean modern bathrooms and the decor was definitely a bird theme. Everyone was friendly and helpful. My only gripe was that I had phoned the hotel prior and arranged a bottle of Prosseco to be in my friend's room as a Birthday treat. This did not happen and no apology, otherwise check in was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Perfect location to the train station.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Stacey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was very spacious but very dated for price, shower was awedul, will nkt be returning
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Jeff

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Below average
Hotel was tired , dirty and things didn’t function too well in the room . Bar area poorly staffed .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Dean

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Walking distance to beach
All public areas clean and tidy, decor olde worlde with beautiful chandeliers. Bedrooms clean and tidy although need updating. Ideal to walk down to town and beach front, lovely quiet area
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024