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The Ickworth Hotel

3.5 star property
Travelers discover luxury and relaxation at this countryside retreat, where spa services, regional cuisine, and a serene pool await in beautiful gardens

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The Ickworth Hotel in the historic district offers massage treatments, two restaurants with regional cuisine, an indoor pool, free English breakfast, and WiFi. Kids enjoy the arcade/game room while attentive staff ensures a memorable stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Lodge Three Bedroom Apartment | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lodge Three Bedroom Apartment

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Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
3 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 50 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room

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Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Lodge Classic Room

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Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

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Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

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Lodge Cosy Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lodge Cosy Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

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Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cosy Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cosy Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Lodge Two Bedroom Suite

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Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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Lodge Two Bedroom Apartment

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Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed

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The Butlers Quarters | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

The Butlers Quarters

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Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Two bedroom Hervey Suite

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Attic Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Attic Room

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Bury St Edmunds, The Ickworth Hotel is in the historical district. Cineworld Bury St Edmunds and Giffords Hall Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lackford Lakes and Bradfield Woods. Travelling with kids? Consider Ickworth House and CurveMotion. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Bury St Edmunds travel guide
Map
Bury St Edmunds, Bury St Edmunds, England, IP29 5QE

What's nearby

  • Misty morning
    Ickworth House
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Abbey Gate is the main entrance to the gardens of the Bury St Edmunds Abbey. It's also right across the street from a small square on the edge of the pedestrian street leading to the heart of town.
    Bury St Edmunds Abbey
    11 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Ground level view on a race course of turnstiles used on a famous horse racing track in Newmarket, Suffolk, UK. Used to train horse and jockey of starting a race.
    Newmarket Racecourse
    27 min drive - 33.6 km
  • Mathematical Bridge, an old landmark in Queen's College, Cambridge, UK (Long Exposure); Shutterstock ID 363489767; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:
    University of Cambridge
    41 min drive - 58.6 km
  • The Apex
    10 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Stowmarket Station
    25 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    102 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Rising Sun
    9 min drive
  • The Corn Exchange
    10 min drive
  • Slim Chickens
    9 min drive
  • The Hunter Club
    9 min drive
  • Costa Coffee
    9 min drive

About this property

The Ickworth Hotel

Family-friendly hotel in the historical district
Consider a stay at The Ickworth Hotel and take advantage of free English breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a body treatment or a body scrub. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's meals and Regional cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and an arcade/games room.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, an outdoor tennis court and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Massage treatment rooms, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Ickworth Hotel have comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with DVD players
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and phones

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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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
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Conservatory
  • Fredericks

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Free children's club
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Free children's club
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 8 December 2025 to 13 July 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from 8 December 2025 to 13 July 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Tennis courts
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Hotel Ickworth
Ickworth Hotel
Ickworth Hotel Bury St Edmunds
Ickworth Bury St Edmunds
The Ickworth Hotel Hotel
The Ickworth Hotel Bury St Edmunds
The Ickworth Hotel Hotel Bury St Edmunds

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ickworth Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. The property will be renovating one of the swimming pools from December 8 2025 until July 13 2026 (completion date subject to change).

Is The Ickworth Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Ickworth Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Ickworth Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Ickworth Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Ickworth Hotel located?

This family-friendly Bury St Edmunds hotel is located in the historical district, steps from Ickworth House and within 6 mi (10 km) of CurveMotion and Abbey Gardens. Nowton Park and Suffolk Regiment Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

The Ickworth Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 277 out of 451 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 451 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 451 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 451 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 451 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were always friendly and more than happy to help with amazing facilities for children and beautiful surroundings!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All of the above! Friendly staff, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

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

Great hotel

The staff were all very friendly, welcoming and attentive. Dinner & breakfast were excellent with clear gluten free options.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So brilliantly set up to accommodate families. Delicious breakfast. Lovely pool.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely warm pool, delightful surroundings and very pleasant staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting as part of a national trust estate Very nice guest areas for relaxing and dining nice indoor pool Excellent all round
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel - we had such a fabulous and relaxing stay, although brief - thank you so much to all the great professional and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

good

very friendly warm welcome comfy clean room gorgeous grounds
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, the kids loved it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning place and scenery
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Enjoyable short stay at The Ickworth

We had a very enjoyable short break at The Ickworth. The room was very comfy and breakfast excellent. The staff couldn't have been more helpful. Will definitely go back again sometime when we can.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First class staff at reception - helpful and friendly - lovely room and breakfast. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel in a beautiful area of Suffolk. My kids both took bikes and loved cycling all around the grounds. The restaurant is super expensive for average food and I did not enjoy having a service charge added to my bill. I will be staying at the hotel again though. It’s a great family weekend break.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyable stay friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

greg

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

Delightful in every way

Wonderful hotel, staff, and food. Very friendly service. Great food for dinner and breakfast. Even reasonably priced. Walking the grounds in the morning before day visitors arrive was incredibly scenic and relaxing. Room was very comfortable and well appointed (appreciate Nespresso machine!)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Staff are friendly, helpful and professional, rooms are spacious, well equipped and clean, hotel is traditional, grounds are amazing and worth exploring, restaurant food is very good and worth the wait
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet, in a beautiful location with very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

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

Great stay

Lovely hotel and staff. Perfect getaway for our toddler and baby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay here, convenient position, best thing is the opportunity to get a good morningsxwalk in before my business day starts.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

RICHARD

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Some parts of hotel very tired in desperate need of repair or replace. I believe a refurbishment is imminent, not before time. Staff are good but not sure at the moment that it represents value for money. All felt slightly disjointed, some areas neglected.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful setting. Really friendly staff.. Good Breakfast.. Plenty of parking space.. Only downside, I could hear my neighbours TV. I don’t know if they were slightly deaf or the walls are thin….
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a lovely stay at The Ickworth Hotel. The place itself is beautiful — the grounds are stunning, and the whole property has such a peaceful, relaxing feel. Everything was really well kept, and it honestly felt like a little escape from everyday life. The staff were all friendly and helpful, but I especially want to mention Millie at reception. She was so kind and welcoming — really went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed. Her positive energy and smile made such a difference to our stay. Everytime I had an interaction with her it felt like I’ve known for ages and she’s just one of my close friends. It is really important to cherish people like her because for a guest they’re the faces of the Hotel and their behaviour can make or break guests experience. Would definitely recommend The Ickworth Hotel to anyone looking for a quiet and memorable getaway. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely environment, staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast and dinner both good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Comfortable Stay

Comfortable, spacious room, friendly and efficient service, good breakfast. Having a pleasant walk in the grounds was an added bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024