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The Old Times Guest House

3.5 star property
Comfortable Victorian guesthouse near Ipswich Waterfront

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Outdoor dining
Front of property - evening/night
Family Quadruple Room
Breakfast area
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

Check out the area

Map
213 215 Cauldwell Hall Road, Ipswich, England, IP4 5AS
  • Popular LocationIpswich Waterfront19 min walk
  • Popular LocationIpswich Regent Theatre19 min walk
  • Popular LocationFoxhall Stadium8 min drive
  • AirportNorwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)92 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Egyptian cotton sheets, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room (Pete's)

Standard Twin Room (Pete's)

Standard Twin Room (Pete's)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Exterior
Holiday Inn Ipswich, an IHG Hotel
Pool
Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Parking included
4.0 out of 5, Very good, (1000)
The price is NZ$234
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Jun - 6 Jun
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About the area

Ipswich

At The Old Times Guest House you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Ipswich Waterfront and Ipswich Regent Theatre. Highlights at this Victorian guest house include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This pet-friendly guest house has free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Ipswich guest house, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Cardinal Park and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Portman Road.
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What's nearby

  • University Campus Suffolk - 16 min walk
  • Ipswich Waterfront - 19 min walk
  • Ipswich Regent Theatre - 19 min walk
  • Portman Road - 4 min drive
  • Foxhall Stadium - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Derby Road Station - 7 min walk
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Grand Old Duke of York - 15 min walk
  • Masha of India - 13 min walk
  • The Gardeners Arms - 18 min walk
  • The California Grill - 7 min walk
  • Little Beans Coffee House - 9 min walk

About this property

The Old Times Guest House

Comfortable Victorian guesthouse near Ipswich Waterfront
As a guest of The Old Times Guest House, you'll find a garden and coffee/tea in common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Victorian Ipswich guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1920
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
The Old Times Guest House offers 8 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Ipswich guest house provides 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

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1920
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching 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 10.0 per stay.
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 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, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Old Times Guest House?

The Old Times Guest House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Old Times Guest House?

Yep, The Old Times Guest House has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Old Times Guest House?

The closest beach to The Old Times Guest House is Orford Ness National Nature Reserve (25.1 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Old Times Guest House?

No, The Old Times Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Old Times Guest House?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

The Old Times Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant stay at The Old times guest house. Clean, warm and lovely place. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfortable, with all the usual amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Pub 500 yards up the road has the same name which is a bit confusing when you are looking for the Guest House. Overall good standard. I do like my shower to have a bit more force. Meet and greet was in-depth explaining all you needed to know.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good, kelly was a great host. Hope to come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very convenient location for a local event that I attended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money, friendly staff, quiet peaceful place to stay. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019