The George and Dragon Inn

Hotels
6.8 (507 reviews)
Hall Street, Long Melford , Long Melford , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Ironing service
Darts
Karaoke
Squash
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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.

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 507 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
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Mark • couple • gb
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2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Johnstone • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

No breakfast offered

Cons:

Being asked for £100 as a damage deposit. No food being served on a Tueday

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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BRIDGET • couple • gb
8
Ok
Cons:

No breakfast taken

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Trudy • couple • gb
5
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Guido • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Leonora • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The staff was very friendly and helpful

Cons:

I felt the bed needed a new mattress or a very good topper

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Lovely room ,bed comfortable
Good location

Cons:

Shower head needing descaling water didnt come out properly
No hot water in morning had to endure cold shower although i sent message to mobile no that was down for emergencies no one replied sent email also still no one bothered to reply or apologise

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Gemma • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • gb
4
No real complaints considering the price
Pros:

Very clean and value for money

Cons:

Slight problem with heating in the room which eventually got sorted. But the bathroom was freezing . Too uncomfortably cold .

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • extended_group • gb
8
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Karen • extended_group • gb
6
Adequate for the price
Pros:

Beds were clean although a little small.
Bathroom although separate from the room was immaculate, although taps only dispensed for the shower not the bath??
Staff friendly on arrival and early check in

Cons:

Twin room was disappointing with a child's safety rail on one which had a raw edge.
They also creaked a lot.
Traffic noise really quite loud through the old and somewhat worn sash windows.
Emergency lighting lit up the whole room making it difficult to sleep - should be far more discreet in such a small room.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • extended_group • gb
7
Ok for 1 night, get breakfast at the tea shop opposite
Pros:

In the high street

Cons:

Very dated rooms. Bad lighting, uncomfortable bed and the window didn’t open. TV didn’t work.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Jennie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Entirely met my expectations- very comfortable stay
Pros:

Breakfast was perfect - good selection on offer. Location excellent, in the middle of Long Melford. I loved my room in a little house next door to the main pub and opening straight onto the street

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Sophie • couple • gb
6
Cons:

The karaoke night was very noisy, but it was before a wedding.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Alistair • couple • gb
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Julie • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Julie • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lovely. Thoroughly enjoyed.
Pros:

The location was perfect, nicely located for the event I was attending. The village itself was lovely and the locals were friendly.
The breakfast was delicious 😋

Cons:

I stayed in the room with the twin beds as initially was expecting there to be two of us. The beds were quite uncomfortable. Too hard for my liking but that's not to say another person may prefer that.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • gb
10
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Martin • couple • dk
4
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Shepherd • couple • gb
4
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee