The Crown, Bildeston

Hotels
9.3 (472 reviews)
104 High Street , Bildeston , gb

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
Non-smoking throughout
Board games/puzzles
Kid meals
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Charming ambience
Friendly and helpful staff
Delicious food
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Limited vegetarian dinner options
Cold shower

Categories

Cleanliness
9.13
Rooms were noted as clean and comfortable.
Service
9.6
Staff were described as exceptionally customer focused and friendly.
Location
9.64
Set in a beautiful location with charming ambiance.
Room Quality
9.09
Rooms were reported as super comfortable and cozy.
Amenities
9.12
Well-stocked toiletries and plentiful drinks in the room.
Value for Money
9.08
Prices seem appropriate for the quality of service and amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.13
Breakfast and dinner were described as delicious and well-prepared.
Overall Experience
9.6
Overall positive experience with a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 09:33

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation:
Experience the charm of The Bildeston Crown, a 4-star hotel offering beautifully decorated rooms with modern amenities including free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and plush bedding.

Culinary Delights:
Indulge in a gastronomic journey at our on-site restaurant and bar, serving delectable dishes and refreshing drinks in a cozy setting. Don't miss the daily breakfast featuring a variety of options to suit every palate.

Convenient Location:
Perfectly situated in Bildeston, our hotel provides easy access to popular attractions such as Hedingham Castle and Freeport Braintree. Plus, with free private parking and proximity to London Stansted Airport, your travel convenience is guaranteed.

Book your stay at The Bildeston Crown now for a memorable and relaxing getaway.

Important information:

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of 25£ per night applies.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 472 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.13
Service: 9.6
Location: 9.64
Room Quality: 9.09
Amenities: 9.12
Value for Money: 9.08
Food and Beverage: 9.13
Overall Experience: 9.6
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Elizabeth • couple • gb
9
Had a very enjoyable stay.
Pros:

Beautiful pub, smart, clean, nicely decorated.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Geoffrey • couple • ca
10
Expectations exceeded
Pros:

Very clean room, comfortable bed, bar and restaurant good, superb welcoming staff, very helpful. Adequate parking at rear. Children’s play area. I would stay here again.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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colin • couple • gb
9
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Adam • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely staff, room, breakfast and property. Staff very helpful and welcoming.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Steve • solo_traveller • gb
10
One of the best pub stays in the UK.
Pros:

Spotless as always.

It really is attention to detail on all areas of the property. The staff are all young and local, food seems to be locally sourced. A top quality stay. I stay in many places and this ranks among the best for country pubs. Well worth the drive in the lovely Suffolk country. Breakfast always excellent.

Cons:

A few basic meals on the menu would be welcomed.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Lee • couple • gb
10
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Colin • couple • gb
8
Very comfortable, very clean room, very nice staff.
Pros:

Beautiful old rambling building. Excellent bar and restaurant. Lovely to be in.

Cons:

Lift unable to be repaired, therefore 1st floor harder to access for disabled.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Marina • family_with_children • es
10
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Philip Robert • couple • gb
10
Sumptuous
Pros:

Gorgeous period building

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Patel • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Sally • couple • gb
9
A surprising place, lots of character and lovely food.
Pros:

Perfect for us. Lots that you can’t see from the road. Lovely outside areas, easy parking, comfortable large bed and shower as well as bath. Extremely helpful and friendly staff.

Cons:

There was nothing we didn’t like. Maybe have a different menu for the evening and make the specials board more obvious.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Jason • solo_traveller • gb
10
Wish I could stop here more, my favourite place to stop.
Pros:

As always ridiculously good!

Cons:

Can’t get in it’s that good

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Louise • extended_group • gb
10
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • couple • gb
10
Relaxing, looked after with friendly accommodating staff
Pros:

Interiors were very high quality but made you feel very comfortable. Staff were friendly, willing to have conversations and seemed really proud of their role and organisation.

Cons:

Nothing, it really was lovely and although not cheap it was good value for money for something of a treat

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • couple • gb
10
Great 2 night stay - would return
Pros:

Quirky property, great rooms, friendly staff, perfect location for our sons home 20mins away

Cons:

Nothing or perhaps they could have commented we had stayed before

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
10
Perfect location and room for short luxurious stay.
Pros:

Beautiful spacious room and restaurant, with very warm welcome and atmosphere.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Food, staff and rooms

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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philip • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great staff and lovely location.
Pros:

Great location for what I was doing. Bedrooms were great and the bar where I had supper.

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Dan • couple • gb
10
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Donna • solo_traveller • gb
10
Extended stay
Pros:

I stayed an extra night as I loved it so much.

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee