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Bell House Hotel

31 High Street, Saxmundham IP17 1AF , England (Formerly Bell Hotel)
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Ranked #7 of 13 Saxmundham B&B and Inns
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Colchester, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We stayed here for one night on a Travel Zoo voucher. The hotel has leanings towards the boutique but has not quite got there yet. All the public rooms are very nice and the staff generally helpful and welcoming. Our room (yes, we got the one with the window held open with an old tin - a nice, quirky touch)... More

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chatham kent
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

We spent a two night break - a Christmas gift. Room was clean and tidy and the bathroom too but the drain was blocked so the smell was unpleasant. We got the room where the sash window was propped up by an old tin, the same room another guest commented on. The bed was very comfy and we have no... More

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Norwich, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

I had a voucher for a night at this hotel including dinner - the room was small with stains possibly bleach) all over the floor. We were not given the normal menu for our dinner but a different one to other diners which was at its best very bland. In all, a very disappointing stay. When I complained about the... More

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Hilperton, England
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20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Don't be put off by the severe external appearance of this hotel. The moment you walk in the whole ground floor exudes warmth and freindlyness. The bar, restauarnt and library [breakfast room and extra sitting space] are boutique in style, well executed and lovely. The heating levels were always good during our chilly period stay and made a real difference.... More

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essex
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6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We stayed with my in laws over the May Bank Holiday. We had lovely rooms ( numbers 3 and 4). The main receptionist was very friendly and helpful, but the receptionist who checked us in just gave us our keys and didnt even tell us where rooms were!!, i feel if reception areas are not busy we could be shown... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013 via mobile

My first impression of The Bell Hotel was impressive. The receptionist was friendly and showed us up to our 'good' room, which was very pretty with a lovely big sash window. Unfortunately the window was broken and was already wedged open with a tin box which made the room a little uncomfortable as it had been quite a warm day.... More

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Norwich, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

Wife and I stayed one night with Travelzoo voucher.Very welcoming and friendly staff.Hotel very clean and comfortable throughout.A most spacious room and bathroom-shower and bath-and a really comfortable bed.Food very good especially breakfast. As tasty as the evening meal was I certainly would not have been happy to pay the menu prices-our meal included in voucher. Also no real ale... More

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ESSEX
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8 hotel reviews
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22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

The hotel advertises itself as a recently refurbished boutique hotel and their website certainly gives the impression of being modern and boutique .. Saxmundham is a(old) market town and the hotel at best is old and refurbed with a limited budget and certainly falls way short of what I consider a boutique hotel. The manageress and staff were very welcoming... More

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London, United Kingdom
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Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013 via mobile

Stayed here for one night on Travelzoo deal. Fantastic value. The hotel was great in all respects, lovely room with comfortable beds. Dinner and breakfast was included with meals served in the library. Food was well presented and delicious. Staff very friendly and helpful. Only small complaint would be that the bar is quite small and can be difficult to... More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

Gorgeous room! HUGE bed! The service was excellent. The staff were helpful, friendly and engaging - just what you want. The new chef made a great start to his job. The food was delicious. Also - good local beers in the bar. All in all a fabulous short break. Only a short drive from the coast.

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Also Known As:
Bell House Hotel Saxmundham, Suffolk
Address: 31 High Street, Saxmundham IP17 1AF , England (Formerly Bell Hotel)
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Region: United Kingdom > England > East Anglia > Suffolk > Saxmundham
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service
Hotel Style:
Ranked #7 of 13 B&Bs / Inns in Saxmundham
Price range (per night): $66 - $138
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Bell Hotel is a 10 bedroom boutique hotel situated in the heart of the Suffolk Heritage Coast in Saxmundham, close to the lovely resorts of Southwold, Aldeburgh, Framlingham and Woodbridge. We offer fine dining in our Butterfly Restaurant, bar snacks in the bar and parlour, coffees, teas and cakes and a wide selection of wines, beers and spirits. We run regular events such as Quiz Nights, Art Launches, Wine Tastings (accompanied by specially selected menus) and themed events throughout the year. We cater for business travellers, holidaymakers, parties and weddings. Special packages are often available. ... more   less 
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