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The Bell Hotel Saxmundham

4.0 star property
Hotel in Saxmundham with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Deluxe Suite Room
Reception
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Deluxe Suite Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$337
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

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31 High Street, Saxmundham, England, IP171AF
  • Place, Snape Maltings
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Dunwich Heath and Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, RSPB Minsmere
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Suite Room

Deluxe Suite Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Cosy Double Rooms

Cosy Double Rooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Spacious Double Room

Spacious Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Saxmundham

At The Bell Hotel Saxmundham you'll be steps from Saxmundham Museum and 3.3 km (2 mi) from Lonely Farm Country Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The Heath at The Bell, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The River Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .In proximity to this 4-property class Saxmundham hotel you'll find Southwold Beach.

What's nearby

  • Snape Maltings - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Framlingham Castle - 11 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Dunwich Heath and Beach - 14 min drive - 13.6 km
  • RSPB Minsmere - 17 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Southwold Beach - 23 min drive - 25.7 km

Getting around

  • Saxmundham Station - 2 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kings Head Yoxford - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Poachers Pocket - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The White Horse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Old Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪River View Café & Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Bell Hotel Saxmundham

Hotel in Saxmundham with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Bell Hotel Saxmundham also features a terrace, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Saxmundham hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Bell Hotel Saxmundham offers 10 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and fans. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 100 metres
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Coast Lounge
  • The Heath at The Bell
  • The River Bar

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 44 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • 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.

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 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • 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

Bell Sax Inn
Bell Sax Inn Saxmundham
Bell Sax Saxmundham
The Bell At Sax' Saxmundham, Suffolk, England
The Bell At Sax'
The Bell Saxmundham Saxmundham
The Bell Hotel Saxmundham Hotel
The Bell Hotel Saxmundham Saxmundham
The Bell Hotel Saxmundham Hotel Saxmundham

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Bell Hotel Saxmundham?

The Bell Hotel Saxmundham offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bell Hotel Saxmundham?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bell Hotel Saxmundham on 5 Oct 2025 start from NZ$337.05, 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 The Bell Hotel Saxmundham?

Yep, The Bell Hotel Saxmundham has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Bell Hotel Saxmundham?

The closest beach to The Bell Hotel Saxmundham is Southwold Beach (16.6 km).

What makes The Bell Hotel Saxmundham a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Bell Hotel Saxmundham.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Bell Hotel Saxmundham?

No, The Bell Hotel Saxmundham does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Bell Hotel Saxmundham?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Bell Hotel Saxmundham?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Bell Hotel Saxmundham?

Dogs are welcome at The Bell Hotel Saxmundham, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 20 kg per pet.

Reviews

The Bell Hotel Saxmundham Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

Great country hotel

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

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

Beautiful, comfortable Hotel

This beautiful, comfortable Hotel is in the heart of Saxmundham, moments from the station. The Helpful Staff, Callum, was wonderful. Everything was clean and comfortable. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

dave

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

Our wonderful stay at the Bell Hotel

Our stay was wonderful and we will be going back. Our room was well designed and very comfortable, excellent bed, we slept very well. The staff were outstanding and always wanting to help. The food was excellent, obviously a talented chef.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the Bell were very friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and it had all the amenities I needed. I especially appreciated the fact that it was possible to block out all light with the window shades. We ate at the restaurant for dinner and that was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Roy, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Booking a return visit soon!

We booked this as a last minute trip, and The Bell was a fantastic choice! Fabulous welcome and service by Matthew and the team. We shall be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great place to stay.

Really nice hotel. Comfy rooms, friendly staff, great food and drink. Their car park was full so they even paid parking at another car park.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

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

Friendly welcome, great service & great food

Great little hotel. Really friendly staff good bar and very good food. Breakfast was particularly good but 8am start for breakfast not ideal for business travel. Basic room was really comfortable. Again, not ideal for business travellers as there’s no desk. Minor quibbles wouldn’t stop me staying there again (& I have)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms and interior was very good and the staff were excellent. The only problem I had was the hotel is on the Main Street and the parking area is not at the hotel. There is a parking area for the hotel, but not on the premises of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff couldn't have been more helpful, courteous or obliging. The room was very comfortable, we slept well and the breakfast, lunch and dinner couldn't have been better. If we are in this part of the country again we will certainly stay in this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

annabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very hot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
friendly. great service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Pleasantly surprising visit

Great place and superb staff. Has been thoroughly renovated since my last visit a couple of years ago and is much improved. Will be my new go to for this area. Car parking is available round the corner. Just ask staff for directions.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A delightful and recently refurbished hotel with lots of character, very friendly staff and a great range of high quality food / drink available - very highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023