
Best Hotels in Ipswich
Ipswich sits at the head of the Orwell estuary, and its hotels range from the Waterfront to the edge of town. Here is how to choose.
The Waterfront
Staying by the Waterfront puts the marina, the restaurants and the walk along the dock right outside. It is the most attractive base in the town, and an easy walk into the centre.

Staying by the Waterfront puts the marina, the restaurants and the walk along the dock right outside.
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The town centre and the station
The station is south west of the centre, across the river. A hotel nearby suits a trip by train, with the centre a short walk away.

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The edge of town
Around the A14, which skirts the town and crosses the Orwell Bridge, there are larger hotels with their own parking. They suit a visitor who is driving.

Around the A14, which skirts the town and crosses the Orwell Bridge, there are larger hotels with their own parking.
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Woodbridge and Felixstowe
Woodbridge, a riverside market town a short drive north east, and Felixstowe, on the coast, offer quieter places to stay. They suit someone who prefers a slower pace and does not mind the drive.

Woodbridge, a riverside market town a short drive north east, and Felixstowe, on the coast, offer quieter places to stay.
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Arriving and leaving without fuss
Book in your own name, let a friend know the address and ask about parking before you book. As everywhere on the site, this guide is for adults aged 18 and over.

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Frequently asked questions
The Waterfront is the most attractive part of the town to stay in.
Near the A14, on the edge of town, is easiest for parking and the main roads.
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