The Riverside House Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (829 reviews)
17 Mill Street , Mildenhall , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Comfortable accommodations
Good value for money
Cons:
Firm beds
Occasional noise from the street

Categories

Cleanliness
8.2
Overall cleanliness not specifically mentioned but generally implied effective.
Service
9.2
The staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful, making a significant positive impact.
Location
9.2
The location was praised multiple times for being convenient and charming.
Room Quality
8.7
Rooms were generally described as comfortable and spacious, despite some comments on firmness.
Amenities
8.7
Standard amenities provided, but some areas could use improvement.
Value for Money
8.7
Value perceived as high given the quality of service and accommodations.
Food and Beverage
8.7
The food was generally described as good, although there were some issues with service.
Overall Experience
9
Overall experience was highly rated with satisfaction expressed across all aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 14:21

Property Description

Picturesque River Views and Charming Period Features
Experience the tranquil beauty of the River Lark from The Riverside House Hotel, where enchanting period features meet contemporary charm.

Dining Excellence at Riverside Terrace Restaurant
Indulge in a culinary journey at the Riverside Terrace Restaurant, offering a diverse menu crafted from the finest local ingredients.

Convenient Location and Local Exploration
With easy access to nearby towns like Bury St Edmunds and Cambridge, The Riverside House Hotel is the perfect base for exploring the historic Mildenhall and beyond.

Book now to immerse yourself in riverside serenity and exceptional hospitality at The Riverside House Hotel.

Important information:

Cots and high chairs are available.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 829 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.2
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 9
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Bridget couple gb
3
Have stayed here twice in the last 2 years. Wouldn’t recommend at that price and service
Pros:

Very little.

Cons:

Price £173 for 1 night
Dated rooms
Poor breakfast
Not enough staff at the bar

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
C
Chris Hull solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Peace and quiet lovely room with breath taking veiw

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
B
Brian couple gb
7
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
S
Steven couple gb
9
Comfortable stay
Pros:

Location and that it was a traditional hotel

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Kelsey solo_traveller gb
2
Not for me
Pros:

Beautiful location

Cons:

Staff were miserable not once did they crack a smile when being served, Ben the bar staff was the only descent one that was outgoing and smiling and engaging with guest.

Was not informed there would be private functions all weekend even tho we had booked a year in advance, was only informed upon arrival, therefore unable to use all facilities ( garden as we felt like we was gate crashing the weddings ) due the the wedding guests being in the garden and main room, on the Saturday we sat in the back bar away from the weddings and the wedding guests and bride then came through to the back bar taking pictures so again felt like we was crashing it for them.

The 2 more expensive rooms we paid was were suppose to be the same however 1 was just like being in the hotel.

The silicones around the back and shower desperately need re-doing, the paint work in 1 of the rooms could also do with a freshen up and the other room has wood lice.

NO complaints with the rooms inside the hotel itself, only the external rooms which is ironic seeing as we paid more for these rooms.
Overall will not be returning

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Lee extended_group gb
1
Waste of money staff are rude all young kids just an absolute joke
Pros:

All staff was rude we had no TV in our room that works. The room is dirty. We was told we could not use facilities because there was a wedding going on even though we’ve booked over a year ago it was a very poor

Cons:

Nice size room just very dirty breakfast was horrible just a waste of money we stayed in that location loads of times and there is much better places to say don’t waste your money

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
M
Michael couple gb
7
A pleasant budget hotel
Pros:

The staff were excellent, warm and friendly and very human. The garden is very nice

Cons:

The building is somewhat less smart than we expected and the food for dinner was disappointing.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
L
Lenny couple gb
8
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
G
Grenville couple gb
9
2026-07-12 via Nuitee
P
Peter solo_traveller gb
7
Worked well for what we wanted
Pros:

Ok for an overnight stay for organised party

Good breakfast

Cons:

Bar service and function food could have been better

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
A
Amanda solo_traveller gb
9
Great room, great breakfast. Staff were lovely.
Pros:

Our room was very spacious, clean and comfortable

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Peter solo_traveller gb
4
Pros:

Bed.....very comfortable
Restaurant...good food, good menu
Garden....good seating ,peaceful

Cons:

Room cleanliness....stained carpet, filthy windows
Shower.....door leaked onto bathroom floor, shower fitting loose and broken

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
M
michellehI5901QT Business Frostburg, Maryland
10
Wonderful stay, I will be back!
Pros:

I was pleasantly surprised by the Riverside Hotel. The room was quite spacious and the air conditioning very cool. The staff was all incredible, from the front desk staff to the wonderful staff at the morning breakfast. I enjoyed every minute of my stay. I look forward to returning when work brings me back this way next year.

2026-07-07 via Tripadvisor
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Andy solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Bar price ,
Often had to find a member of bar staff ,
Young bar staff didn't know what a G & T with a slice was then when told , ask what was wanted in the Gin ??
So they need a lot of training.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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shanemH3165JA Business
10
Great place to stay for work or leisure!
Pros:

Lovely hotel in a great location in the middle of town, a friendly greeting from Julie the hotel manager who checked me in. Great rooms, spotlessly clean and well sized. Great value for money and the upgrade on arrival was much appreciated. The bar, restaurant and outside area are really nice, Carla looked after me dinner, had the chilli beef which was excellent - highly recommend trying it if you stay. All round lovely atmosphere in the hotel and quiet for the middle of town. If you happen to check out the beer garden, you might get a visit from Guinness, Julie's dog and the hotel mascot, he likes to greet all guests who venture outside!

2026-07-03 via Tripadvisor
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Barry solo_traveller gb
10
Perfect place to rest after 20 mile walk on a very hot day!
Pros:

Friendly staff on arrival. Lovely garden to relax in. Room was large however the stairs up to the room were a little steep but our choice to feel the burn in the legs after a 20 mile walk!

Cons:

Nothing to dislike really, for the price it was absolutely fine.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Nick solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The staff were brilliant. Nothing was too much trouble.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
C
Christopher couple gb
8
Our standard room was absolutely fine and the breakfast was great.
Pros:

Excellent breakfast with good choice for vegetarians.

Good base for visiting Lakenheath and Lackford Lakes nature reserves.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
7
723DeanS Friends getaway
10
Warm late night welcome from Julie
Pros:

We were welcomed in for a late night drink by Julie, following a trip to Newmarket races. Friendly, great range of beers and a stunning Hotel. Will come back for a stay for sure.

2026-06-19 via Tripadvisor
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Climber32989544303 Friends getaway Suffolk, East Anglia, England
10
Dinner for 8
Pros:

Eight of us went for dinner last Tuesday evening, we hadn’t booked but fortunately it wasn’t a problem. We were well looked after by Carla who helped me sort out a gluten free meal. The food was delicious and everyone enjoyed our time together.

2026-06-18 via Tripadvisor