Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean rooms
Cons:
Some rooms need updating
Breakfast selection was limited

Categories

Cleanliness
8.54
The room was spotless and warm.
Service
9.11
Friendly staff, very helpful, with good service quality.
Location
9.15
Wonderful location overlooking the River Waveney.
Room Quality
8.29
Several rooms were described as tired or in need of an update.
Amenities
8.63
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.59
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.65
Food was good, though breakfast had some issues.
Overall Experience
8.61
Overall a pleasant stay with some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 10:03

Property Description

Riverside Charm and Historic Elegance

Unique Room Experiences
Individually decorated rooms at The Waveney Hotel offer en suite bathrooms, TV, and tea/coffee facilities. Some rooms boast historic oak beams and scenic river or marsh views.

Local Cuisine and Scenic Views
The Riverside Bar serves locally sourced dishes and drinks, enjoyed on the terrace overlooking the picturesque River Waveney.

Convenient Location for Exploring
Located in historic Beccles, guests can easily walk to Beccles Rail Station or take a short drive to Beccles Common Golf Course. Explore nearby Great Yarmouth or Norwich within a short drive.

Experience the charm of The Waveney Hotel - Book your stay today!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: NWI

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1054 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.54
Service: 9.11
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.29
Amenities: 8.63
Value for Money: 8.59
Food and Beverage: 8.65
Overall Experience: 8.61
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David • couple • gb
10
Beautiful place to stay with pleasant and attentive staff
Pros:

Beautiful location on River Waveney and only a short walk into Beccles. Lovely conservatory and veranda overlooking river. Wonderful breakfast served with a smile. Excellent room and lovely en suite.

Cons:

Only one small niggle. No water bottles provided in room but that would be nit picking.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
M
Manwaring • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Location on river Bank

Cons:

There was not a shower cubicle just hand held shower over bath

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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graham • couple • gb
8
A NICE HOTEL TO STAY FOR TWO OR THREE DAYS RECOMMEND IN THE SUMMER HIRE A BOAT OUT
Pros:

ROOM VERY GOOD BREAKFAST GOOD DINNER MENU NOT THAT GOOD OVERALL NICE HOTEL TO STAY RIGHT IN THE HEART OF BECCLES AND RIGHT BYE THE RIVER WHEN THE SUN SHINES CAN'T BEAT IT

Cons:

NOT MUCH JUST I SAID EARLY DINNER MENU NOT THAT GOOD

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
L
Lupe • couple • gb
8
Good but not exciting
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Bedroom a bit sparse

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • gb
9
We had a very enjoyable stay
Pros:

We had a lovely stay at the Waveney.
The staff were very friendly & helpful.
Our room was very comfy with plenty of room
The breakfast is very good, with a good choice.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • gb
8
Good overnight stay in lovely river location.
Pros:

Lovely location, and having spoken to the hotel in advance, the room was exactly what was required for an overnight stay. Dinner and breakfast were good.

Cons:

This was only an overnight stay, and everything was fine.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Staff superbly friendly.
Location excellent.
Room size and the comfortable bed absolutely wow!

Cons:

Check in process was slow and a bit complex.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
K
Kevin • couple • gb
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Alison • extended_group • gb
9
A gem of a hotel with very friendly staff
Pros:

What a gem of a hotel in a lovely location. The staff couldn't have been more welcoming; we loved having a drink by the river and our room was cosy and well equipped.

Cons:

Ideally, we would have liked a proper shower - and we felt one could have been created using a screen over the bath. But we knew we only had a bath when we booked the room so tolerated it. The person next door kept slamming the door to their room, but that was out of the control of the hotel. Maybe the mattresses could do with being replaced.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Sheelagh • couple • gb
10
Wonderful
Pros:

Location and comfortable

Cons:

No lift

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
J
Jo • solo_traveller • xa
10
Pros:

On arrival we received a warm welcome. Brilliant location by the river. Dinner was delicious. Jordan our waiter was excellent. Service with a lovely smile is always appreciated. Substantial breakfast too.

Cons:

All good.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
J
John • couple • gb
8
Ideal location for a confortable over night stay.
Pros:

Lovely, spacious room with splendid views of the waterway. Good location for what I needed. Nice breakfast served in the conservatory.

Cons:

The only point I would make, I was left waiting at reception on arrival for around ten mins whilst staff were discussing a system issue in the office. I was in a rush to get washed changed and back out for an event. It’s a minor point though

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Danielle • solo_traveller • gb
9
Lovely cosy rooms but you need to make allowances for the age of the building
Pros:

The rooms are very cosy and comfortable with everything you need for a short break. The restaurant is great for Lunch and Dinner, with a wide range of food and drinks. Service was very friendly and welcoming. Location is excellent for Beccles Town Centre and The Waveney.

Cons:

Room 11 is directly over the kitchen and the extractors are very loud and started for Breakfast service at 6:30am on weekdays and 7:30 on the Saturday morning. The windows are not double glazed due to the historic nature of the building and are therefore not soundproof.

All the rooms are on the 1st and 2nd floors and there is no lift, but we did know that when booking. Just something to bear in mind if you have accessibility needs.

Breakfast wasn't as well presented as the previous year. Fried Egg had a bit of Eggshell in and Black Pudding had a speck of Scrambled Egg on it when I'd ordered Fried but very minor issues. Dinner and desserts in the restaurant were still excellent.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Sonja • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
B
Brian • couple • gb
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

This place is amazing, you can have breakfast looking out on the water and it's super cosy! Recommend to anyone!

Cons:

Slow service for breakfast but just make time for it as it's worth it!

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Jill • couple • gb
10
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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PETER • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Linda • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • couple • gb
9
Great stopover with friendly staff, comfortable room and a good breakfast
Pros:

Great location and excellent breakfast

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee