The hours fly by where time stood still......a genuine seaside 'hidden gem' on the Suffolk Heritage coast. Golf, Tennis, Cycle Hire,Walking available all year round. Located adjacent to the Meare,golf course and gardens, and only a short walk from the beach, this hotel offers 30 large, en - suite bedrooms, restaurant and bars. The village was originally built on the early 1900's as a holiday destination for coloniels and their families home on leave from the colonies. The hotel and village offers a traditional quirkiness which in recent years has been renovated and upgraded. Our own 18 hole golf course is one of the finest in East Anglia and is often compared to Woodhall Spa, a test for the experienced golfer.Golf at Thorpeness should be requested when making a reservation for accommodation. Subject to availability golf may also be played at Aldeburghl golf course. A valid handicap certificate is required at both courses, and terms and conditions apply. For lovers of out door pursuits Thorpeness is only 9 miles from one of the best shooting schools in the Uk. Highlodge at Hinton offers ideal facilites for the novice or experienced shooter.We do advise booking early particularly at the weekend. Only 4 miles from Minsmere RSPB centre one of the hot spots for birdwatching on the heritage coast. If the arts are your passion both Aldeburgh and Southwold offer galleries and craft shops. Snape Maltings is only a short drive away. Famous for the Britten Festival, concerts take place throughout the year and the complex has restaurants and bars, craft shops and galleries well worth visiting. The hotel offers excellent meeting and conference facilities, coupled with a range of activites for team building and away days. Self catering available for couples and families.
Type of accommodation listed
B&B
Hotel
Guest house
Pub
Hostel
Location of your accommodation
Address
The Thorpeness Hotel
Thorpeness
Aldeburgh
Suffolk
IP16 4NH
Official rating
3
Rooms description
The hotel has 30 comfortable rooms, some with recently refurbished bathrooms. Many overlook the Meare or gardens and golf course. There are 2 bars, one is traditional and oak - panelled and the Patio Bar is more contemporary, serving hot and cold snacks and beverages throughout the day until 21:00. Breakfast is served from 07:30 until 09:30 (10:00 on Sunday). The room service menu includes breakfast and a variety of other dishes and is available from 07:30 until 21:00. The dinner menu changes daily featuring fresh local produce from independent suppliers. Reservations can be made for the restaurant between 19:00 and 21:00 - we do advise booking in advance. The restaurant is a non - smoking area. For guests arriving after 21:00, please do contact the hotel and we can advise on special arrangements. A drawing room and library are quieter areas of the hotel with comfy sofas and a supply of card and board games. The snooker room has a full - size table, sky TV and a darts board. Our own 18 - hole golf course has been compared to Woodhall Spa or Sunningdale. There is also the opportunity to play at Aldeburgh golf course. Green fees vary through the year and a handicap certificate is mandatory. Cycles may be hired all year round and tennis is free to guests, with the exception of July and August.
Number of rooms
36
Singles
Doubles
Twins
Triples
Family room
Ensuite
Seaviews
4 poster bed
Air conditioning
Telephone
TV
DVD
Bath
Shower
Hairdyer
Tea/coffee making
Trouser press
Fridge
Internet Wifi
Disabled access
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Families and Pets
Families welcome
Baby friendly
Baby gates
High chairs
Cots
Baby sitting
Pets
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Parking
Free parking
Parking type
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Bar
Restaurant
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Hot tub
Jacuzzi
Gym
Spa
Lift
Room service
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Prices and Payment
Prices for a room start from £61.
Late availability
Late check in
Special offers
Payment types
Cash
Cheques
Credit card
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Activities close by
Fishing
Golf
Cycling
Boating
Swimming
Horse riding
Tennis
Walking
Beach
Sea
Pub
Shops
Restaurant
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Nearest
Airport
Airport shuttle available
Train station
National park
Information on this page
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