Painters at the Angel

Hotels
7.9 (239 reviews)
Friars Street , Sudbury , GB

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Great location
Cons:
Limited parking
Breakfast availability issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.4
Reviews noted clean rooms and basic cleanliness, but some comments suggested minor issues like limescale.
Service
8.4
Consistently mentioned friendly and accommodating staff enhancing the guest experience.
Location
8.4
Many guests highlighted the convenient location for exploring Sudbury.
Room Quality
7.4
Comments suggested rooms were comfortable but could have more amenities.
Amenities
7.9
General sentiment of having adequate amenities, though some noted limitations such as breakfast availability.
Value for Money
7.9
Guests generally felt the hotel provided good value in relation to its offerings.
Food and Beverage
7.4
Mixed feedback on food availability, with high praise for breakfast but limited options noted.
Overall Experience
8.4
Most reviews expressed a positive overall experience, with multiple returns indicated.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 06:26

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just a short distance from popular attractions such as Hedingham Castle, Freeport Braintree, and The Apex, Painters at the Angel in Sudbury offers a prime spot for exploring the area.

Comfortable Accommodation
Each unit at the bed and breakfast is thoughtfully equipped with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, and free WiFi. Guests can also enjoy the convenience of provided bed linen and towels during their stay.

Easy Accessibility
With the nearest airport being London Stansted Airport, only 52 km away, traveling to and from Painters at the Angel is a breeze, ensuring a seamless and stress-free journey for guests.

Experience comfort and convenience at Painters at the Angel - book your stay now for a memorable Sudbury getaway!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 239 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.4
Service: 8.4
Location: 8.4
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 7.9
Food and Beverage: 7.4
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Janse • couple • nl
9
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Alistair • solo_traveller • gb
8
Practical accommodation and such friendly and helpful staff.
Pros:

It was comfortable and close to where I attending a funeral service, which was a great help.

Cons:

Nothing not to like.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • za
10
Will stay again
Pros:

Very convenient, friendly owner, clean room and as expected.

Cons:

All was fine

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Lawrence • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great place to stay
Pros:

It was quiet and in a great location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • couple • gb
7
Good location and easy to access property and room.
Pros:

Good location, close to centre of Sudbury.

Cons:

Our room was above the main road which was quite nosy even on Sunday morning. Also sadly the cafe was closing early when we arrive so we couldn’t eat there. Didn’t open on Sundays so we ate breakfast in Sudbury.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Norman • couple • gb
1
Pros:

Hardly anything. We chose this hotel because we were visiting friends who live in Gt Waldingfield, We arrived to find little parking and parked in the small courtyard. No one was around so we had to ring bell to get in to hotel, managed to get key and find our room. I had explained when booking my husband uses a walking stick, we were informed rooms were on first floor and a small step into shower. The hotel is quaint, old fashioned, with uneven floors, narrow passage ways. Unfortunately our room was quite a way up staircase and right by the busy road. The worst aspect was a low large beam across the room in front of the bathroom. I am 5.5. and I still had to duck under it, very dangerous especially in the night using the bathroom. The shower was indeed a step up and the floor was extremely slippery. On a plus side the water was hot. The sash windows were left open so it was very noisy. Windows needing cleaning and the room generally looked tired. Only one bedside light, and bed very close to window, so you had to turn sideways to walk round. Bed linen very clean but the duvet was too heavy for the summer weather. Fortunately we were there for the one night only. On our return home we found Bookings email explaining about self check in but it had arrived after we had left the house to start our journey. Certainly wouldn't recommend this hotel, we were very disappointed.

Cons:

Read our response above. It was fairly expensive considering it didn't include breakfast.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Good location, friendly staff in the cafe.ca

Cons:

Can't think of anything.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Barry • couple • gb
8
Excellent value for money
Pros:

Location. Value for money. Excellent breakfasts

Cons:

Lack of power plugs either side of bed for recharging iPhones

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Paul de Bie • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Barry • couple • gb
7
So pleasant we are booked to come back
Pros:

Good value for money. Great location. Outstanding breakfasts

Cons:

The rooms were clean but a little frayed around the edges

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Norman • couple • gb
5
Bearable
Pros:

Excellent and friendly attentive service during breakfast.
Unfortunately the Traffic noise from the adjacent road and being unable to close the window to sleep properly spoiled the visit to the point that we returned home a day early.

Cons:

Noisy road and very slippery shower tray

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Wayne • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Nyaradzo • solo_traveller • gb
9
Lovely
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • solo_traveller • gb
9
Good for a single traveller
Pros:

My second time of staying here and another visit coming up in November. I chose it because it's walking distance from the rail station, for an oldie like me, and a few minutes walk to the Theatre. It's accessibility is good, and it's quiet.

Cons:

For one night, nothing. I go prepared with food for teatime

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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William • solo_traveller • my
8
Pros:

The location near the town was great and the attached cafe was very tasty and helpful.
The nostalgic old Suffolk architecture was pleasant for a local.
The furniture in the bedroom was well laid out, the bed-head and chaise longue quite special.
The double glazing kept out most of the street noise when properly closed.
The large fridge was a bonus for snacks.

Cons:

The lower part of the wardrobe had a strong smell and would be better checked and lined.
The troll (pump) behind the lavatory can surprise you at night! However, the pumps made the en-suite bathrooms possible without spoiling the Elizabethan interior, which is amazing for a small ex-pub.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Vilkus • couple • cz
9
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
7
Good place for a quiet stay.
Pros:

Very quiet location. Comfortable bed. Good shower.

Cons:

Noise from toilet maceraters. No wi-fi.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Tim • couple • gb
10
Charming English pub and a great place to stay
Pros:

The landlady is very friendly and helpful, the room was immaculate and clean. It’s a lovely place to stay and I’m sure we will come back again.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee