Crown Hotel

Hotels
8.7 (1397 reviews)
90 High Street , Southwold , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Bar
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Great location
Cons:
Some rooms too cold
Bar service delays
High food prices

Categories

Cleanliness
8.7
Overall clean with minor issues in some areas like bathroom cleanliness.
Service
9.2
Staff consistently described as friendly, helpful, and attentive.
Location
9.2
Great location mentioned multiple times, ideal for exploring.
Room Quality
8.2
Mixed reviews with some rooms being uncomfortable and issues with cold temperatures.
Amenities
8.7
Amenities well regarded, though some aspects like bar service need improvement.
Value for Money
8.2
Generally good but mentioned high prices for certain meals.
Food and Beverage
8.7
Food was praised, particularly breakfast, but some specific dishes noted as overpriced.
Overall Experience
8.7
Overall stay was positive despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 16:13

Property Description

Central Location on Southwold’s High Street
The Crown Hotel, located in Suffolk, is a charming retreat just a 4-minute walk from the seaside. Surrounded by shops and pubs, it offers a comfortable stay in the heart of the town.

Elegant Rooms with Modern Amenities
Each room at the Crown Hotel features a flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, seating area, and desk. The perfect blend of modern comforts and traditional charm awaits you in every corner.

Award-Winning Dining Experience
Indulge in a culinary delight at the hotel's restaurant, known for its carefully crafted dishes made from fresh, local ingredients. Pair your meal with a selection from the extensive wine list for a truly unforgettable dining experience.

Ready to experience the charm of Southwold at the Crown Hotel? Book your stay now and immerse yourself in comfort and luxury.

Important information:

Please note that each room can only accommodate 2 adults. Children's beds are available at an additional charge on request only.

3 rooms or more are subject to our group terms and conditions and must be booked directly with the hotel.

The Crown Hotel does not have a elevator and all of its bedrooms are located on the 1st and 2nd floors and are accessible via stairs only.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

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

  • 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 1 year old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 14 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1397 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.7
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 8.7
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carl couple gb
9
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Bridget solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

The staff were very helpful and friendly

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Rookyard solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Location, room,breakfast

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Stephen couple gb
8
2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Nicola couple gb
10
Very relaxing
Pros:

Lovely hotel with very friendly and accommodating staff

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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jacqueline solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Loved the old building, the comfortable room had all you needed for one or two nights it was right in the middle of the town and close to the coast

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Victoria couple gb
8
A great central location
Pros:

Great central location and good parking- the room was well laid out with good storage - powerful shower. Generously stocked tea tray and filtered water kept topped up. A friendly welcome when we checked in

Cons:

The room size was fine for a couple of nights but might have felt cramped on a longer stay. Inevitable for the seaside location but a lot of seagull noise. We were going to have a glass of wine after coming back from a meal but were told we would have to go in the small back bar so went somewhere else. It was a little expensive considering we didn’t have breakfast included.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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F solo_traveller gb
7
2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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rapley solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Hotel location perfect.
Been there for lunch a few years previous.

Cons:

It was a bit of a strange smell in our room.

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
M
Michael couple gb
10
A relaxing stay
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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shears solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Room ok but could do with an extra chair.Bathroom ok but bath shower difficult for older person as no hand rail if you have short legs getting in and out.

Cons:

Food dissapointing both dinner and breakfast.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Lynne couple gb
9
Excellent hotel in a great position on the High Street, very close to all amenities and the seafront
Pros:

The suite was large and very comfortable, just right for our 55th wedding anniversary stay. Dinner was great and the breakfast was plentiful. All the staff were extremely welcoming and helpful, especially the lady in reception.

Cons:

The carpet in the suite was quite worn near the door and entrance to the bedroom.
One night wasn't enough!

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Tony couple gb
10
Relaxing and the area was beautiful and friendly
Pros:

Delicious breakfast and the roast lamb for dinner was cooked perfectly 👌
Regarding the room it was very spacious clean and tastefully decorated

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Laurie couple gb
9
Southwold at it's best.
Pros:

Great location and within distance of attractions. Room was well cooled via air conditioning during high temperatures.

Cons:

N/ A

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Alan couple gb
9
Lovely hotel near the beach very clean and tidy staff excellent Breakfast great
Pros:

Lovely clean and tidy

Cons:

Great location in the town plenty of amenities

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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paul couple gb
10
The crown exceed our expectations and we were very pleased with it
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent all the choices were very good and well presented and prepared

Cons:

It was all excellent

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Lynda solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Caroline couple gb
7
An enjoyable and comfortable stay
Pros:

The staff were friendly and very helpful.
Excellent breakfast
Bed was very comfortable
Great location for visiting the area

Cons:

The hotel looked rather tired and in need of some refurbishment. The carpet in our bedroom was threadbare in some places and much of the paintwork was flaking off and looked quite dirty.

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Barry couple gb
10
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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james solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-04 via Nuitee