The George

Hotels
8.2 (40 reviews)
The George, The Green , Cavendish , gb

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Pets allowed
Non-smoking throughout
Free wired internet
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Japanese garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Comfortable rooms
Pleasant atmosphere
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited breakfast options
Noisy rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
6.78
Room was not clean. Sticky surfaces, lots of dust.
Service
9.25
Staff were very helpful and attentive, went beyond the call of duty.
Location
8.79
Location was good, right in the center of the village.
Room Quality
7.74
Rooms were old with quirky decor, but comfortable.
Amenities
8.27
Limited breakfast options, but adequate facilities.
Value for Money
8.23
Overall value was appropriate for the experience.
Food and Beverage
7.78
Food was acceptable, with some requests unmet.
Overall Experience
8.75
A generally pleasant stay with good service despite some drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 01:53

Property Description

The George Hotel offers a serene oasis in Cavendish, boasting a charming garden, inviting terrace, and a delightful restaurant and bar. Guests can enjoy complimentary WiFi, while being conveniently located near popular attractions like Ickworth House and The Apex.

Tranquil Garden and Terrace: Relax in the hotel's picturesque garden or unwind on the terrace with a refreshing drink.

Gourmet Dining Experience: Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant and sip on handcrafted cocktails at the cozy bar.

Convenient Location: Explore nearby landmarks such as Hedingham Castle and Audley End House, with London Stansted Airport just a short drive away.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of comfort and sophistication at The George.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 40 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.78
Service: 9.25
Location: 8.79
Room Quality: 7.74
Amenities: 8.27
Value for Money: 8.23
Food and Beverage: 7.78
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Martin • couple • gb
5
All I can say is glad it was only for one night would definitely not go there again.
Cons:

Very dusty toilet roll holder was hanging of had coffee pods but no machine to put them in and no milk which should have been supplied .

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • couple • gb
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • family_with_children • gb
8
we would stay here again
Pros:

We arrived early and had booked an early check in, however the rooms were not ready, but the staff were very efficient in being able to help us.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Tom • solo_traveller • gb
7
Cons:

The room was very bright - blind let in lots of light

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Karlyn • couple • gb
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Alix • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Comfortable large bed and large room and bathroom. Great staff all evening.

Cons:

Stairway wasn't cleared so a little hazardous and shower needed descaling to improve water flow.

2026-01-02 • via Nuitee
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Zoe • couple • gb
5
Friendly welcome and staff, room not up to standard but could easily be updated.
Pros:

The staff were friendly, it was easy to park, the pub and restaurant were very nice. The room was warm and welcoming and a nice size.

Cons:

Whilst the room was warm and welcoming once inside it didn’t feel very clean. The radiator in the bathroom was yellowing, the pot on the sink had toothpaste stains on the bottom, the container for shower gel was empty. The carpet wasn’t carpet I wanted to walk on with bare feet.
The pillows on the bed were uncomfortable. There is lots of room for improvement and could easily be a really lovely room.

2026-01-01 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • gb
10
2025-12-09 • via Nuitee
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Ashby • solo_traveller • gb
4
I think the star rating is exaggerated.
Pros:

Location was good, staff pleasant.
The room is an old timber framed room with a bathroom up a couple of steps under a low opening.

Cons:

It wasn't clear that breakfast would consist of a basket in my room with packets of Rice crisps, nothing else on offer apart from a Croissant in cellophane, no butter or jam.
No comfy chair to sit in. Wifi didn't work in the room at all but did in the bar.
The music from the bar area was quite noisy.
The wiring and lighting was bit odd.
The extract fan in the bathroom didn't work and the window had no stay.
The bathroom door didn't shut.

2025-11-11 • via Nuitee
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charles • couple • gb
8
Very relaxing
Pros:

Located on the village green lovely room with a great view beding and bed very comfortable room and bathroom lovely and warm

Cons:

More hand rails lots of steep steps not a great breakfast poor continental change slightly when requested

2025-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • gb
8
We had a good stay, the staff were excellent and the food was very good. Room was comfortable and clean.
Pros:

All the staff were excellent very helpful and attentive especially Jordan and Mia who made a stay wonderful.

Cons:

Our room was a little noisy.

2025-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • gb
10
Comfortable stay in an updated historic building with staff who went beyond the call of duty for us.
Pros:

This historic pub and hotel is right in the centre of this beautiful Suffolk village. It reopened last year and now doubles as an upmarket burger restaurant. The building’s historic features have been preserved but with a rock-and-roll themed decor update. We did not dine there but asked if we could get a small plate of cheese on returning from a local event at 9.30pm. The kitchen had already closed but the chef was sitting at the bar after his shift and he volunteered to prepare that for us and brought out a huge helping of cheddar and chutney. This was very much appreciated and we of course bought him a drink.

Our room was spacious with quirky decor and a very large and comfortable bed. We knew it advance that breakfast at the George is limited to cereals with fresh milk (stored in a tiny table-top fridge in the room) so we brought along our own fresh fruit plus bread and butter. There is also a kettle and a coffee machine with teabags and capsules.

Cons:

No sugar to put in the coffee. Probably a one-off oversight.

2025-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Rowan • solo_traveller • gb
7
2025-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Ide • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff, nice garden, comfortable rooms with everything you need , the pub serves great food

2025-08-09 • via Nuitee
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M. • couple • nl
5
A meagre place to sleep.
Pros:

The staff was kind and helpful. And we needed a place to sleep in that location, so happy it is there.

Cons:

The shower did not work: temperature was far too hot, and just a trickle. (But it was a bath, so the solution was to fill the bath, which worked.)
The room was not clean. Sticky surfaces, lots of dust.
The breakfast, ready in the room, consisted of a croissant in plastic, milk and müsli.
The window blinds were old and could not be closed, so at night it's light.

2025-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
8
2025-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Paul • young couple • gb
10
Exceptional
2025-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Simon • young couple • gb
7
Good
2025-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • review category business travellers • gb
9
Superb
2025-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Spiers • young couple • gb
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Superb room, spacious and well equipped. Staff were very helpful out of hours as we checked in well after closing time

2025-07-01 • via Nuitee