The George and Dragon Inn

Hotels
6.8 (591 reviews)
Hall Street, Long Melford , Long Melford , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean facilities
Good food
Cons:
Dirty rooms
No heating
Uncomfortable mattresses
Inconsistent service

Categories

Cleanliness
5.51
Several reviews mentioned dirty and dusty rooms.
Service
7.48
Front desk staff received mixed feedback, but helpfulness from the manager was noted.
Location
8.52
Great location, easy access and good communication were frequently praised.
Room Quality
5.47
Rooms were described as old, cold, and had issues with heating.
Amenities
6.5
Some amenities like tea/coffee were appreciated, but there were complaints about the lighting and noise.
Value for Money
6.96
Considered adequate for the price, with some positive experiences noted.
Food and Beverage
8.01
Food quality received positive feedback with a wonderful meal reported.
Overall Experience
5.98
Mixed overall experiences mentioned, with significant room for improvement noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 02:13

Property Description

Charming Inn with Live Entertainment

Unique Rooms with Character
Experience a stay like no other in our comfortable rooms, each with its own distinct character and layout. Enjoy modern amenities such as en suite facilities, tea/coffee, TV, and Wi-Fi internet access for your convenience.

Relaxing Outdoor Spaces and Entertainment
Unwind in our yard with a heated parasol or explore our secluded gardens. With ample parking available, you can easily come and go as you please. Enjoy live music on Saturday nights and disco parties on Fridays for a fun-filled evening during your stay.

Convenient Yet Serene Location
Escape the hustle and bustle at The George & Dragon, located in a small town away from the noise. Please note our peaceful retreat is not near Stansted Airport, ensuring a tranquil experience throughout your visit.

Book your stay at The George & Dragon for a delightful blend of comfort, entertainment, and relaxation.

Important information:

Please note this hotel is near Stansted in Suffolk, not Stansted in Essex.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

6.8
Based on 591 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.51
Service: 7.48
Location: 8.52
Room Quality: 5.47
Amenities: 6.5
Value for Money: 6.96
Food and Beverage: 8.01
Overall Experience: 5.98
E
Edward couple gb
7
Excellent location good value for the money
Pros:

Excellent location

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
T
Thomas couple gb
5
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
D
Dawn extended_group gb
8
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
D
Dawson family_with_children gb
6
Pleasant and perfect for a couple of nights
Pros:

The location of this hotel is perfect for exploring the local area. A fan was provided in the room due to hot weather, without request and the staff were very pleasant, accommodating and friendly.

Cons:

Unfortunately the staff seemed undertrained (possibly new?), pleasant and welcoming but unable to use the system and tried to let us into the wrong room on arrival. The room was also pleasant and exactly what was needed but hadn't been cleaned to a excellent standard, it was okay but not spotless. The shower was clearly blocked with limescale as the pressure was quite low.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
L
Lee couple gb
8
Would definitely book here again
Pros:

The location was perfect

Cons:

No hot water from shower

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
C
Constantin solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Good please

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
H
Hodges solo_traveller gb
8
very pleasant and ideal for my break
Pros:

great location for my fishing trip with good staff & room was comfortable

Cons:

only one member of staff on at night who had to do everything
check people in
serve behind bar
serve food
etc

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
B
Brian couple gb
5
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
M
moveit murphy solo_traveller gb
3
Remember never look back
Pros:

The young lady at the front of house was very friendly

Cons:

Unable to use the shower. The place is very dated and in need of investment.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
E
Edward couple gb
8
Would stay again.
Pros:

Lovely place in long Melford, staff were very helpful and friendly, nothing was too much trouble, very happy with the stay, and good value.

Cons:

The wife wasn’t happy with the mattress ( I’ll sleep on a log) and the shower head needs a descaling, not to much really.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
J
Jarna couple gb
6
Pros:

When we arrived the heating was on full barring in mind the temperature outside was 33° plus. The doors within the property were locked with no key access.

Due to.the heat the milk was lumpy.

Cons:

The heat if the room no fridge unable to use the sink to fill the kettle as the water was not suitable for drinking we had to rely on the 2 small individual bottles of water. No acsess to drinking water.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
C
Caitlin solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
P
Paul couple gb
7
Nice comfy room, great location
Pros:

Nice old style pub with rooms above.

Cons:

It was a very hot day and the room was pretty sweltering but that’s not the fault of the pub!

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
G
Gray couple gb
9
Pros:

Staff very friendly.

Cons:

All good

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
L
Lucas extended_group gb
7
Verblijf prima, accomodatie moet betrr
Pros:

Locatie perfect
Douche was goed
Ontbijt prima

Cons:

Bed was erg slecht.
Veren komen nog net niet door het dek en deken was te dik en te warm voor de tijd van het jaar

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
K
KAREN extended_group hk
6
I checked in late, the staff were friendly, good value for money.
Pros:

The beds were very comfy.

Cons:

The room was in a house adjoining the pub and when you opened the front door from the street you were in the bedroom. there was no natural light in the room. If we opened the curtains in the bathroom, you were looking onto the beer garden and the bedroom curtains opened straight on to the pavement and road.

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
L
Lisa couple gb
9
2026-06-15 via Nuitee
C
Christine solo_traveller gb
7
The room could be cleaner
Pros:

The staff were very friendly. The room was convenient for loading and unloading the car.

Cons:

The room was very dusty and I found myself taking anti histamine tablets to stop me sneezing. I also had to use my inhaler more as it was affecting my breathing. I have COPD.
There were no shelves anywhere near one of the beds.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
B
Bruce solo_traveller gb
9
2026-05-31 via Nuitee
G
Garry solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-26 via Nuitee