The Mill Hotel Sudbury

Hotels
8 (2151 reviews)
Walnut Tree Lane , Sudbury , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inadequate room quality

Categories

Cleanliness
7.08
Issues with cleanliness were noted, including cobwebs and stained toilets.
Service
8.55
Staff were friendly and accommodating, creating a positive atmosphere.
Location
9.09
Multiple reviews highlighted the superb location near the river with great views.
Room Quality
7.54
Rooms were comfortable but some were small or in need of refurbishment.
Amenities
8.07
Basic amenities met expectations, though some lacked attention.
Value for Money
8.03
Generally perceived as good value given the location and room comfort.
Food and Beverage
7.58
Mixed feedback on restaurant food quality; some enjoyed meals, others were disappointed.
Overall Experience
8.05
Guests enjoyed their stay overall, appreciating the atmosphere and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 16:22

Property Description

Central Location on River Stour
Located in the heart of Sudbury, The Mill Hotel offers a picturesque setting on the banks of the River Stour.

Award-Winning Dining Experience
Indulge in a culinary delight at the property's AA-Rosette winning restaurant, serving delectable British cuisine made from locally sourced produce.

Comfortable Rooms with River Views
Relax in spacious rooms decorated in a contemporary style, many offering stunning views of the river and meadows.

Experience the charm of Sudbury at The Mill Hotel - book your stay now to enjoy a perfect blend of comfort and luxury.

Important information:

Please note that the property does not have a elevator.

Please contact the property in advance if traveling with a pet.

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: STN

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 2151 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.08
Service: 8.55
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 7.54
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 8.03
Food and Beverage: 7.58
Overall Experience: 8.05
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jackie • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Lovely hotel, very nice staff

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Keith • couple • gb
8
Nice period hotel in a great location, good food & helpful staff
Pros:

Small but pleasant room with nice view through double aspect windows Staff very friendly & helpful. Evening meal & breakfast good.

Cons:

We did ask for an upper floor room & got one but didn't realise there was no lift so bit of a work out

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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caroline • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Booked a night for my parents birthday they loved the views from their room, said breakfast was lovely and staff very helpful

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • solo_traveller • gb
9
Friendly staff, in good position
Pros:

Friendly staff. Location.

Cons:

No lift.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Vivienne • solo_traveller • gb
6
Last resort only
Pros:

The staff were absolutely amazing .

Cons:

The car park not being immediately on the hotel grounds . There is no lift. No advise when booking as to rooms on top/3rd floor were up Very steep stairs . I understand the property is old but it was no fun . The room was tiny and unbelievably hit . The window did not give much relief and did not then close properly . The rooms dated bed squeaky and a little lumpy. I was really disappointed .

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • couple • gb
7
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • gb
8
One of the better places to stay in Sudbury
Pros:

We were given a ground floor room in 'the cottage' which is a separate building about 50 metres up the road. We didn't like the room as it was right next to the road and the door into the cottage (which closed very loudly) was next to our room. We asked to be moved and were offered a room on the 1st floor of the cottage which we much preferred. We ate in the restaurant in the evening and the food was very good. The hotel has the original water wheel (enclosed by glass panels) in the bar/restaurant area which is novel and very impressive. We liked the area outside the mill - the pond and meadows are very pretty. It's easy to walk into town and there are lots of walks across the meadows, including a route to the old railway line which is now a walk and cycle path into either Sudbury or Long Melford.
The staff in reception and in the restaurant were professional and friendly. We liked that Blue Light Card holders get 30% discount on food.

Cons:

We weren't able to contact reception from our room (when the TV wouldnt work) as there wasn't a telephone in the room and no one answered our call to reception from our mobile - so we had to manage without a TV. Next morning we reported this to reception but it was a good job we hadn't experienced a real emergency in our room the night we stayed !
The quality of the hot food and preserves at breakfast could be improved.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Smallchalk • solo_traveller • gb
5
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Gill • extended_group • gb
5
Please upgrade the showers to match the quality of the hotel and restaurant
Pros:

Location & food were great

Cons:

The showers were extremely poor - after complaining on the first night an issue with no hot water was rectified, but the water pressure is horrendous. The ground floor room wasn't too bad, but it was impossible to have a proper shower in the first and second floor rooms

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Lucy • couple • gb
4
Disappointing and once out we didn’t want to return
Pros:

Staff were friendly, always had a smile and tried to do what they could to help.

It was a great location with walks just outside the door.

Cons:

The hotel looked welcoming but once past the front desk you could see it needed a lot of attention. There were towels along the glass corridor to collect leaking water from outside, our toilet leaked, there was a must smell along the corridor and into the room and there was lots of dust and cobwebs.

There were no hooks in the bathroom to hang clothes and towels and not charging ports near the beds. When we arrived there was a fold up bed made up in our room which we had to take down and fold up.

We were told we had a complementary upgrade however we could not see what this was. The room was tiny, we had a double bed and only a view of trees with one tiny window.

The food was also very disappointing, we had to raise problems with our meal and were offered brunch however this was not served as described on the menu but by this time we could raise the food issues no more.

Sadly, despite having high hopes, paying full price and it being our anniversary, we were left disappointed and wouldn’t go back.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Location was great
Good parking
Comfy bed

Cons:

No EV charge points
No Aircon in rooms (but there was a fan)

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Joanna • extended_group • gb
7
Pleasant but slightly dusappointing
Pros:

Weekend breakfast was good. Weekday was not so good as much less choice

Cons:

Sticky tables sticky doors a bathroom fan that didn't turn off properly nobody came to fix it no USB points confusion over Blue Light policy endless tables uncleared

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Glynis • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely location with walks on the doorstep. Comfortable room. Good choice of breakfast. Friendly staff.Nice touch having the singer on the roof terrace on Sunday afternoon.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Warren • solo_traveller • gb
5
Unsuitable for Guests with Limited Mobility
Pros:

Room and en suite were small but clean and comfortable.

Cons:

Requested a ground floor room due to limited mobility. However, there are many steps to climb to reach the room and no hand rails to assist. With no lifts and no rooms accessible step free, the hotel is totally unsuitable for guests with limited mobility.
There are no disabled parking bays. The carpark is unlit.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • extended_group • gb
10
My stay was good and rooms where of a high standard and friendly staff,
Pros:

Breakfast was good with plenty of choice
Staff where quick to clear tables ready for guests

Cons:

A 13amp plug socket near to the bed would have been helpful

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Fleur • couple • gb
7
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Fabulous location, lovely decking overlooking the river.

Cons:

Maybe looking a little tired in areas but still a fab hotel.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Neill • couple • gb
10
Comfortable staff. Very helpful staff.
Pros:

Located near the centre of town

Cons:

No lifts.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Ken • couple • gb
8
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee