Best Western Hotel Hatfield

Hotels
Best Western
7.9 (1425 reviews)
The Esplanade , Lowestoft , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Convenient car park
Nice views
Clean sheets
Cons:
Worn carpets
Poor customer service
Room maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.04
Mixed reviews; clean sheets mentioned but concerns about mold and rust.
Service
8.01
Great service noted, but some negative experiences with staff handling.
Location
9.05
Location praised for convenience and views.
Room Quality
7
Issues with room size and maintenance raised; not accurate to booking.
Amenities
7.53
Amenities acceptable but need modernization.
Value for Money
8.99
Good value for seasonal offerings and rates.
Food and Beverage
7.54
Food quality good, but some complaints about coffee and breakfast size.
Overall Experience
8.01
Good points but overshadowed by service and maintenance issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 20:06

Property Description

Spectacular Sea Views and Beachfront Luxury
With stunning sea views and a prime beachfront location, Best Western Hotel Hatfield in Lowestoft offers a perfect blend of relaxation and convenience.

Dining Delights and Refreshing Drinks
Indulge in a variety of culinary delights at the LT1 Restaurant overlooking the Esplanade or sip on traditional ales and cocktails at the bar facing the sea.

Comfort and Convenience at Your Fingertips
Enjoy well-appointed rooms with sea views, tea/coffee facilities, and the option for room service. With free parking and proximity to both the town centre and nightlife, your stay at Best Western Hotel Hatfield is sure to be memorable.

Ready to experience seaside luxury? Book your stay at Best Western Hotel Hatfield now!

Important information:

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

The hotel operates ticket only events on New Year's Eve in the bar and restaurant. If guests wish to dine in the hotel please contact directly for the options available.

Please note that, while the property has a elevator to all floors, some rooms still require to go up and down stairs once out of the elevator. Please contact the hotel directly if you require a room by the elevator.

Renovations: Please be aware from the 29th May 2023 the Hotel will undergoing Maintenance work and decorating on the exterior the building. This may cause disruption to views as well as some understandable noise during the preparation stages.

Please note the car park has limited spaces. It is on a first come first serve basis, and it cannot be reserved.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 1425 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.04
Service: 8.01
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 7
Amenities: 7.53
Value for Money: 8.99
Food and Beverage: 7.54
Overall Experience: 8.01
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Q8693SBmichellef Friends getaway
10
Great staff
Pros:

Greeted by the wonderful Lisa who was so lovely as I had made a mistake with the booking which she was so helpful with. Rooms were good, food was good lovely sea views.

2026-05-16 via Tripadvisor
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Linda couple gb
10
Our stay was excellent. Staff polite, helpful and fry. Food excellent.
Pros:

Location is excellent

Cons:

Twin room beds a little small

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller ie
3
No many other options in lowestoft
Pros:

Staff

Cons:

Old very out of date run down

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Simon couple gb
8
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Clair solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Friendly staff. Lovely room over looking the sea.

Cons:

Would happily stay here again. Decor a little tired but still perfectly nice.

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Walsh couple gb
7
2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Susie FIGGIS solo_traveller gb
10
Lovely Lowie Short Break
Pros:

Lovely room in good location. Bar and restaurant are great and right on front of Lowestoft south beach.

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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devondorset Business
6
Let down by the restaurant
Pros:

Room, slightly tired but clean and good order.
Bar, fine
General hotel. Dated but I liked it. Clean and no issues

Restaurant- breakfast only absolute rubbish
Worst fruit salad ever soaked in watery juice to being submerged.
Cheap food for the full English but they charge £16.00
Coffee tasted horrible from machine
Service , older ladies great young girl.more interested in her mobile.

Overall, its ok but a bit over priced.

Would I stay again, yes but not B and B

2026-05-02 via Tripadvisor
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Alex solo_traveller pl
10
Pros:

Very pleasant staff and very clean.

Cons:

All was good.

2026-04-29 via Nuitee
G
Gillings couple gb
10
All boxes ticked!!
Pros:

Awesome view from room window, excellent breakfast with a good choice. Staff very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

N/A

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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W9823YYsamanthah Couples
2
Rude manager
Pros:

Poor quantity of food and very unhelpful management. I am a regular at this establishment and have never had such a bad experience. I ordered the vegetarian lasagna and asked if it comes with chips to be told “yes” chips and salad, as I said good thank you as I don’t like the garlic bread they often come with? When the food arrived, it turned up with one with garlic bread one without both with salad NO chips. Called the waitress over she apologised, but said they don’t come with chips? Even tho we’ve been told otherwise, then asked what we would like we said refund please as we shall go to the thatched cottage, as they are amazing and come with chips!
The waitress still apologised and said yes to the refund, but would have to get the manager, 10 minutes passed no manager? Then he turned up “Anthony” was nothing but blunt, stern, and no people skills being a manager, he asked the issue? We told him? He said no to the refund saying the waitress is no manager! He asked what he can do to resolve this? We simply said we wanted chips with it, as said they came with it? He said no you have to pay for them. He offered to make the meals again as they are now cold, but as don’t come with chips? No point? I asked what about an alternative? Straight blunt no. He’s rude and not like the other lovely manager the man who is often around, he’s put me off coming over as much and as for hot meals in future it shall be thatch cottage all the way. Also portion of lasagna was tiny, I’ve never had a child’s portion there before! Thatch twice the size (genuinely is)

2026-04-26 via Tripadvisor
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Richard couple gb
7
2026-04-26 via Nuitee
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Jill couple gb
8
Pleasant stay
Pros:

Good size room. Very clean. Friendly staff.
Good breakfast choices. Nice sea views

Cons:

The carvery was tasty but cold, needs better hot plates

2026-04-22 via Nuitee
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Anthony solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Location good breakfast

Cons:

Bedroom floor creaky

2026-04-22 via Nuitee
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Anthony couple gb
9
A most pleasant experience
Pros:

Very convenient for what we wanted to do. The food was excellent as were the staff.

Cons:

Nothing to be honest, no complaints

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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Alan couple gb
10
A delightful seaside hotel that totally exceeded my expectations.
Pros:

The hotel location on the beachfront and the view from our room was superb. The breakfast menu was extensive and delicious. The staff were all extremely welcoming and friendly.

Cons:

N/A

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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Ian solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Location and services

Cons:

Would of liked bed to of been king-size not double

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Ian solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Good location and services

Cons:

Double bed a bit small needed a king-size

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
A
Andrew solo_traveller gb
10
2026-04-19 via Nuitee
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Janet couple gb
10
A perfect stay.
Pros:

Always a joy to stay here as the rooms are exceptionally clean and well thought out. The bed was comfortable, the staff polite and the view from the window amazing.

Cons:

N/A

2026-04-19 via Nuitee