Crown Hotel, Southwold ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

90 High Street, Southwold, United Kingdom, IP18 6DP

The Crown Hotel is an attractive Georgian building dating back to 1740 located on Southwold’s High Street. It is known for its historic charm and warm atmosphere that has welcomed guests for centuries. This award-winning hotel is part of the Adnams brand, showcasing a commitment to local produce and seasonal menus. Nestled within the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it offers rich cultural experiences and scenic coastal landscapes.

Location

Located in Southwold, the hotel is conveniently positioned for exploring nearby attractions like Southwold Pier and the scenic coastline. Darsham train station, approximately 15.5 km away, provides access to London and Norwich. Free private parking is available for residents, and the reception team can assist with taxi bookings, ensuring greater convenience for guests traveling around the area.

Rooms

The Crown Hotel offers 14 distinct bedrooms, each infused with nearly 300 years of character. Notable among them is the splendid room featuring a Super King size bed and a private lounge, alongside views of Southwold’s High Street. Most rooms have been beautifully refurbished, showcasing quality furniture and inviting decor elements like cozy throws. Additional room types include Bijou, Cosy, Comfy, and Extra Comfy, catering to diverse guest needs.

Eat & Drink

Guests can enjoy a locally sourced menu crafted by Head Chef Rob Mace and his kitchen team, who prioritize fresh, seasonal ingredients. Breakfast is served daily, with light lunches and dinner available in two restaurant areas. An extensive drink list featuring award-winning Adnams beers, wines, and spirits complements the dining experience. The ever-changing menu includes house favorites, making each visit a unique culinary experience.

Leisure & Business

The hotel provides flexible spaces for private dining and business meetings, accommodating up to 30 guests. The Georgian Parlour offers natural light and views of the high street, ideal for events. Leisure options include the chance to make your own gin with Adnams' gin makers and brewery tours showcasing the company’s award-winning products. Friendly staff facilitate a smooth and enjoyable experience, enhancing guest comfort.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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3 persons

37 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Bathtub

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Classic Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Superior Double Room

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2 persons

33 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Southwold200 m

Airports

Norwich International (NWI) 63.1 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Meals!

The breakfast and dinner options were fantastic, with great vegetarian choices and generous portions that left me very satisfied.view full review

Ideal Parking Access

Having parking available at the back of the hotel was incredibly convenient, allowing me to easily access my car without any hassle.view full review

Charming Room!

My room was beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere that enhanced my stay.view full review

Fun In-Room Touches

I loved the mini Roberts DAB radio and Bluetooth speaker in the room; it added a personal and enjoyable touch to my evenings.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

90 High Street, Southwold, United Kingdom, IP18 6DP

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90 High Street, Southwold, United Kingdom, IP18 6DP

City landmarks

Harbour

Southwold Pier

800 m

Museum

Southwold Sailors' Reading Room

680 m

Sole Bay Brewery East Green

Adnams 'Make Your Own Gin' Experience

680 m

Ferry Rd

The Denes Beach

870 m

1 N Parade Gardens

Southwold Boating Lake

960 m

Train Station

Southwold Railway

1.0 km

Museum

Alfred Corry Lifeboat Museum Trust

2.5 km

Beach

Walberswick Beach

2.1 km

Wood Lane off B1126 near Wangford

Reydon Wood

2.6 km

Sea View The Street

Seaview Gallery Walberswick

2.5 km

Old Hall Farm,

Southwold Maize Maze

2.6 km

Nature reserve

Hen Reedbeds

3.7 km

Creek Cabin Halesworth Road

Wang Marshes Viewing Platform

3.9 km

Church

Holy Trinity Church Blythburgh

5.7 km

Museum

Dunwich Museum

6.4 km

Dunwich

Greyfriars

6.5 km

Nearby

Lighthouse

Southwold Lighthouse

300 m

Church

St Edmund's Church

220 m

Buckenham House 81 High Street 81 High St

Buckenham Galleries

40 m

Restaurants

The Little Fish and Chip Shop

110 m

2 East Street

North Parade Kiosk

630 m

North Parade

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

great location

excellent breakfast

uncomfortable room

overwhelmed staff

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

7.3

Location

9.0

Service

6.7

Dining

8.0

Phil

United Kingdom, September 2023

6.4/10

My stay at this hotel had its ups and downs. The location was ideal for exploring the town, but there were some issues with the room and service. The dining experience was excellent, and the facilities were satisfactory.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in was quite uncomfortable as it was terribly hot, even with the radiators off and the windows open. However, it was adequate in terms of comfort, except for the constant noise from the kitchen extractor fans below.

Service

5.0

The staff were pleasant and helpful, but it seemed like they were overwhelmed with too many tasks at once. Despite their efforts, the service was not up to par. However, the room service was prompt and efficient.

Location

8.0

The location was perfect for exploring all the main attractions in Southwold. It was convenient to leave the car and wander around the town, enjoying the local pubs and national cycle route 1 nearby.

Dining

9.0

The breakfast served was superb, with a wide variety of quality ingredients freshly cooked. It was so filling that I ended up skipping lunch. The cereal table was impressively stocked.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offered basic facilities that served the purpose adequately. However, there were no standout amenities that added to the overall experience.

great location

uncomfortable room

Francis

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel - the rooms were excellent, spacious, clean, and well-equipped, with some nice extra touches. While being at the top of the building, they were a little on the small side for just one night. The service was top-notch, with the staff showing us to our room and explaining everything, though they seemed a bit disorganized and understaffed, leading to a slow service. The hotel's location was superb, right on the high street with easy parking, full of character, and ideal for my trip to Southwold. The dining experience was delightful, especially the beautifully presented dishes like the homemade black pudding, although the dinner menu was a bit overpriced. The facilities were great, offering all I needed for a comfortable stay.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were excellent, spacious, clean, and well-equipped, with some nice extra touches.

Service

7.0

The staff did a very good job and were friendly, but the service was a bit slow due to being understaffed.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was excellent, right on the high street with easy parking, full of character, and ideal for my trip to Southwold.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was delightful, with beautifully presented dishes, especially the homemade black pudding. However, the dinner menu was a bit overpriced.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Clare

United Kingdom, August 2023

9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The room was spacious, comfortable, and spotlessly clean with everything I needed, although the dining experience could have been better in terms of value. The service was fantastic and the location was perfect for exploring all that Southwold has to offer.

Rooms

9.0

I loved my room; it was spacious, comfortable, and spotlessly clean with quality products.

Service

9.0

The staff were friendly and hospitable, making my stay pleasant.

Location

10.0

The location was excellent, being close to everything I needed to explore in Southwold.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was lovely, with a good selection that filled me up for the day.