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The Ship at Dunwich

4.0 star property
Beachfront inn for sun and fun

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Garden
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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is HK$913
HK$1,095 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Room

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Double Room

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
St James Street Dunwich, Saxmundham, England, IP17 3DT

What's nearby

  • Dunwich Heath and Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Suffolk Coast National Nature Reserve - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • RSPB Minsmere - 12 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Southwold Pier - 14 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Southwold Beach - 28 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Brampton Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lord Nelson - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Southwold Boating Lake and Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sizewell Beach Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Two Magpies Bakery - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Ship at Dunwich

Upscale inn
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a bar at The Ship at Dunwich. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, The Ship, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge)
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as free WiFi and room service.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and heating

Languages

English

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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

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Ship

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Water-efficient toilets
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.00 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.00 per stay

Payment types at the property

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 18.50 for adults and from GBP 10 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.00 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.00 per stay

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Ship Dunwich Hotel Saxmundham
Ship Dunwich Saxmundham
The Ship at Dunwich Inn
The Ship at Dunwich Saxmundham
The Ship at Dunwich Inn Saxmundham

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ship at Dunwich pet-friendly?

Yes, The Ship at Dunwich allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ship at Dunwich?

As of 1 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ship at Dunwich on 21 Apr 2025 start from HK$912.7, excluding 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.

How much is parking at The Ship at Dunwich?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ship at Dunwich?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Ship at Dunwich?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ship at Dunwich located?

Nestled on the beach, this Saxmundham inn is within 1 mi (2 km) of Dunwich Museum and Dunwich Heath and Beach. RSPB Minsmere is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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The Ship at Dunwich Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

christian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bedroom was clean, location good. Staff subdued, food below average.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Great stay, very convenient for beach. Lovely food, very friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Lovely stay, great food.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elinor

Had a really great stay. Fab location, comfortable room and great staff. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

We had a wonderful stay at the ship, total relaxation and the food was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Wonderful place
The Ship is in a quiet country lane 2 minutes from a fabulous beach. The staff are friendly and helpful, the room was really lovely, the bed so comfortable and ours had a beautiful view across the fields. We had dinner which was delicious too. A really peaceful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fern

Perfect weekend
We had the most lovely weekend away and loved everything about the hotel. The staff, service, food and room were all exceptional. We can’t wait to return again in the summer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Get away break
Excellent food, friendly staff and a cosy relaxed environment. Great location for walking.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Nice little hotel Excellent food and reasonably priced. All staff very friendly and helpful I would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Raymond

Very friendly staff, both at reception and behind the bar and at breakfast. Dining room could have been a little warmer, though.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Stephen

Very good and friendly staff throughout our stay. A special thank you to Brenda for her dedication. If this is the standard of all the Chestnut Inns then we shall seek them out for our leisure breaks in East Anglia
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Great staff and quirky outside spaces
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Chris

Good location for the coastal path.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Our room was clean and comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Anna

A nice stay but a few things could’ve been improved. Food was lovely and staff were friendly. However they just don’t have enough staff so the service was really slow. The room wasn’t great for the money we paid either. It was overlooked a bit and next to the kitchen so outside was a bit scruffy. The toilet was broken too and my husband had to fix it. Parking was a bit of an issue too. When we arrived we couldn’t even get a space on the same road. Lovely location though as walkable to beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Charming hotel in the beach
Great hotel, pleasant staff in a wonderful location. Unfortunately there was a problem with the gas when we stayed so there was no hot water and the food choice was limited. On checkout the hotel generously discounted the bill.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Clare

Lovely pub stay
Cosy rooms next to a pub. The pub is friendly with a large beer garden and 3 min walk to the pebbly beach. Friendly staff, well equipped. Good food at the pub.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eamonn

Friendly old country pup with modern rooms
Lovely rambling country pub with modern rooms. The staff were very friendly and helpful, we really felt welcome. Inside and outside dining with courtyard area and beer garden. I liked the slightly quirky building with several small dining rooms. Food was good and typical pub prices. The location is very quiet and nearby houses are hidden away. It’s only about 3 minutes walk to a fantastic beach, 5 minutes to the parish church and under 8 minutes to a monastery ruin. There is even a local museum a few houses up from the pub. It was a perfect way to spend a beautiful summers evening. We enjoyed our visit and would consider staying there again.
Beach only a few minutes walk away
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Simon

Liked: Staff & service
We stayed as part of our honeymoon and I had requested a bottle of prosecco in the room prior to arrival (for £30) which did not happen. The room was ok (off the carpark) and food was good but the service from staff although friendly was very slow. The bar often didn't have anyone behind it (out the back in the kitchen) and once we'd finished our mains the plates were not collected and we gave up on trying to order a desert and then waited at the bar to settle our bill. Also, we waited to check out as there was nobody at the desk. It was a real shame as this hotel and restaurant has everything as it is in a perfect location with great walks and that's why we chose it for part of our honeymoon. Service and little details make a big difference and this hotel could easily move from being average to fantastic with a few minor tweaks and attention to detail !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

stephen

We have stayed at this property many times and have always enjoyed it for its position. Slightly disappointed this time as I paid for a superior room and I am not sure that is what we had. It was ok but not as nice as the other rooms we have had before. The service in the bar area was also very slow as it was not permanently managed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Loved the location and venue. All staff friendly and helpful. My only slight critism was the cost of glasses of wine were very, very expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Relaxed weekend away
Great Counrty Pub in a nice little village. Will definatley be returning in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Staff are wonderful. More thought needs to be put into how guests can store their belongings as space is so limited. Huge bedside lamps aren’t great when you have a book, reading glasses, phone and water by the bed - equally having a extra large kettle, tray, tea and coffee tins and jars taking up the whole surface of the desk is not useful. The same applies to the bathroom - at the very least provide a toothbrush holder and a shelf to store bathroom bits and pieces, we had to place our washing bags on the floor. More hanging hooks are also needed -
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Excellent brief stay
A brief (2 night) stay with a large dog. All the staff very welcoming and helpful. Generally very dog friendly. Room was well presented, clean and comfortable. Food and service was excellent. Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Lovely hotel, facilities in room were quite basic. But it was clan and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023