The Swan Motel, Gillingham

Hotels
8.8 (1660 reviews)
Loddon Road , Beccles , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good location
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Some issues with room ventilation
Minor complaints about bathroom layout

Categories

Cleanliness
8.1
Overall sentiment was positive, but some comments on damp and mould in certain rooms.
Service
9.3
Staff were consistently described as friendly and efficient across multiple reviews.
Location
8.9
The property is in a quiet location, well-suited for visits.
Room Quality
8.6
Rooms were generally described as comfortable and well-decorated, with only minor issues.
Amenities
8.8
Ample parking and good facilities were noted, but some guests commented on the need for improvements.
Value for Money
8.9
Good value for the quality offered, particularly with breakfast included.
Food and Beverage
9.1
Breakfast was highlighted as excellent by multiple guests.
Overall Experience
8.7
Overall feeling was very positive, with many mentioning repeat visits.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 00:58

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in the charming village of Gillingham, Swan Motel is just a short drive away from the coast and various attractions. Beccles Train Station is conveniently close, allowing for easy access to nearby towns.

Diverse Amenities
Swan Motel boasts a range of amenities including a restaurant, a pub with billiards and darts, free WiFi, and on-site parking. Guests can also relax in the garden or on the terrace, making it a perfect place to unwind after a day of activities.

Newly Refurbished Bar
Indulge in a variety of beverages at the newly refurbished bar, offering a selection of beers, wines, soft drinks, and ciders. The perfect spot to socialize and enjoy a drink in a cozy setting.

Experience comfort and convenience at Swan Motel. Book your stay now for a delightful getaway!

Important information:

Please note, breakfast can be provided for children of up to 8 years of age for GBP 4.00.

breakfast for children to be GBP 6.00Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: NWI

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1660 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.1
Service: 9.3
Location: 8.9
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.9
Food and Beverage: 9.1
Overall Experience: 8.7
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Kevin • couple • gb
8
Very good establishment
Pros:

Attractive clean and modern. Independent motel room. Great parking

Cons:

Soft bed

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Allan • solo_traveller • gb
7
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Suzi • solo_traveller • gb
8
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susan • couple • gb
9
Happy to return if we are needing accommodation in the area in the future. Certainly would recommend
Pros:

Perfect location for us. Super breakfast and the most comfortable bed.

Cons:

Nothing we didn't like. Maybe, we could have been offered a menu by the man who served us breakfast on Sunday.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Staff were friendly and helpful. Nice decor inside main building and in garden. Very generous breakfast. Good shower. Great location.

Cons:

The mattresses in our family room were too soft and lumpy, very uncomfortable. Was able to cope with it the first night. The second night it was more comfortable to sleep on the floor on pillows. The walls are thin. We could clearly hear our neighbours return to their room late at night and their conversations. Could even hear zips being opened and closed, light switches and plugs placed into sockets on our bed wall was especially loud and annoying when trying to sleep. Dust on wall behind headboard and under. Room looks different and dated compared to the pictures on Booking.com.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • extended_group • gb
8
Would stay again choosing room number 5 and above
Pros:

Great food. Very clean rooms. Friendly staff.

Cons:

Room No 1 - no light outside at night - had to use phone torch

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Jill • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Fabulous breakfast

Cons:

Evening menu was okay, vegetable choice could be better

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Gerard • couple • gb
7
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Kim • solo_traveller • gb
10
Birthday weekend Birthday celebrations
Pros:

Basically everything

Cons:

They wasn't anything to dislike

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
9
Lovely place which we will stay at again.
Pros:

The location is beautiful. The rooms are well decorated and clean. The staff were wonderful.

Cons:

No air conditioning. The outside tables for the restaurant were not always clean.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • gb
8
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Aniket • family_with_children • gb
8
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Kieran • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Dinner was amazing!!!

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
8
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • gb
9
We would happily come again
Pros:

Excellent and generous

Cons:

The lights in the room were not really bright enough to read by

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely property and great hosts.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Jean • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Breakfast very good and a large choose

Cons:

nothing

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Matt • solo_traveller • gb
7
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Keil • solo_traveller • gb
10
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karen • solo_traveller • gb
10
Lovely accomadation
Pros:

Lovely accomadation in beautiful gardens.food really great large portions reasonably priced.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee