Satis House Hotel

Hotels
7.3 (272 reviews)
Main Road , Yoxford , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Heating
Garden
Hiking
Laundry
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Spacious bedrooms
Cooked breakfast described as lovely (when available)
Nice room with garden/trees view
Rooms reported as clean and beds comfortable by some guests
Cons:
Damp smell in common areas and hallways
No staff present at times; restaurant/bar closed unexpectedly
Confusion over breakfast booking and billing for breakfasts
Lumpy mattress topper leading to uncomfortable bed for some
Kennels/dog barking causing noise disturbance
Smoke alarm beeping (battery issue) and noisy/ineffective fan
Showers with low water flow; missing kettle and shampoo reported
Out-of-date information booklet and lack of checkout information

Categories

Cleanliness
7
Rooms were reported as clean and fine, but guests noted a persistent damp smell in common areas and hallways.
Service
6.5
Multiple service issues reported: no staff present at times, confusion over breakfast bookings, and reports of inattentive or poorly presented staff for some meals.
Location
8.5
Room overlooking garden/trees was praised; setting is pleasant, though proximity to kennels/dog barking was a drawback for some.
Room Quality
8
Bedrooms described as very spacious and generally comfortable, but some rooms had issues (lumpy mattress topper, noisy fan, intermittent smoke alarm beeping, weak shower).
Amenities
6.8
Some basic amenities were missing or inadequate (no kettle, no shampoo reported, noisy/ineffective fan, smoke alarm battery issues); breakfast service also inconsistent.
Value for Money
6.6
Guests felt value was reduced by inconsistent facilities and service (e.g., billed for breakfasts not provided, inadequate shower/amenities during stay).
Food and Beverage
7.5
Mixed feedback: when served, the cooked breakfast was described as lovely, but several guests experienced no breakfast availability or poorly presented staff service.
Overall Experience
7.5
Mixed overall: pleasant rooms and good breakfasts at times, but repeated service failures, amenity shortfalls and occasional maintenance issues led to uneven guest experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 11:29

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Grade II listed Satis House Hotel offers a unique blend of history and luxury. Set in 3 acres of parklands, this 18th-century property provides a tranquil escape just off the A12. Indulge in the 2 AA rosette winning restaurant, showcasing local seasonal produce, or enjoy a full English breakfast in the contemporary dining room. Each modern room includes a flat-screen TV, DVD player, and some boast views of the walled Victorian garden.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

Just under a mile from Darsham Rail Station, Satis House Hotel is perfectly situated for exploring. Venture to the coastal town of Dunwich or visit Minsmere Nature Reserve and Suffolk’s heritage coast, both a short drive away.

Complimentary Amenities and Services

Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and on-site parking during your stay at Satis House Hotel. Book now to experience a perfect blend of history, comfort, and convenience.

Important information:

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.3
Based on 272 reviews
Cleanliness: 7
Service: 6.5
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 6.8
Value for Money: 6.6
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 7.5
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Solfray • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
9
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Nombulelo Primrose • couple • gb
6
Cons:

The smell in the common areas and hallways. Like damp. But our room was fine.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Dante • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Sam • couple • gb
3
Poor nights sleep, great cook breakfast.
Pros:

The bedroom was very spacious and the cooked breakfast was lovely.

Cons:

We arrived on a Saturday afternoon to find a letter on the desk (no staff) saying there was no staff working and the restaurant and bar were closed that evening so we had to find somewhere to eat and buy refreshments.
The bed was uncomfortable due to a lumpy mattress topper, the room was next to some kennels with dogs barking, the smoke alarm kept beeping every hour or so (battery needs changing), we had a fan in our room but it was very loud and not very effective.
A poor nights sleep for both of us.

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Ethan • couple • gb
10
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • solo_traveller • gb
7
Lack of the "boutique" experienc
Pros:

Nice room overlooking garden/ trees, clean but old and quirky. Breakfast was good but preprepared ready for timed sitting.

Cons:

No information on checkout, Information booklet out of date.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Felicity • extended_group • gb
1
This property should not be on Booking.com it is dreadful.
Pros:

Nothing.

Cons:

I booked 3 rooms for my family who were coming to my daughters wedding nearby. On the Friday evening, I was advised by my family that they had been told there was no breakfast available for the following morning. I called Sarah the Manager, who advised me no breakfast was on offer because they hadn't booked breakfast! There was absolutely nothing on the Booking.com booking form that stated breakfast was not included, or that it needed to be asked for! Sarah offered to bring in some pastries and yoghurts at 09:30 the following morning. The guests then pre-ordered a cooked breakfast for Sunday morning but the man who prepared it appeared to still be inebriated from the night before and could hardly stand up. I did not see the hotel, but my family had a terrible time with many other issues such as showers that could only produce a trickle of water, no kettle, no shampoo etc. They said the beds were comfortable. No one was at the hotel when they left on Sunday morning and now I have had a bill sent to me for the breakfasts! I have asked for a partial refund because the facilities were inadequate but have heard no more.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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John • family_with_children • gb
7
Pros:

Good

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Diaa • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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paul • couple • gb
4
Pros:

Bed was comfortable.

Cons:

Bath water was cold.
Breakfast was overcooked.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
8
one I would repeat if coming to Suffolk
Pros:

Quirky spacious with plenty of parking. friendly staff and good breakfast

Cons:

clarity when the bar was open

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Laura
10
Pros:

Breakfast was lovely and keys were ready when we arrived with clear instructions on how to find the rooms.

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee
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Thomas
4
Pros:

We never saw anyone, the keys were left on a desk in an envelope with my name on it and instructions to get to our room. Once in our room it smelled damp and stuffy with cobwebs & spiders on the bathroom window and in the corner by the bed. It’s a shame because the room was in good shape but just needed a bit of love. The whole experience felt a bit like we were in Twin Peaks, it was more like an Airbnb in an ex hotel as we never come across another soul and somehow felt a bit eerie!

2025-09-22 • via Nuitee
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Jeremy • couple • gb
4
Disappointing
Pros:

Could be a great boutique hotel but it’s incredibly run down inside and out.

Cons:

So tatty especially outside just needs some serious money spent.

2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
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jack
8
Pros:

Lovely Hotel, amazing decor our room, Minsmere, was spacious and very comfortable with a great shower. A little niggle was no decaf. coffee in the room. Breakfast was freshly cooked and presented.
Our third stay at Satis House and we will definitely stay there again.

2025-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • gb
10
An enjoyable stay in this remarkable place. Enjoyed the unusual decor, clean, friendly staff. 5star
Pros:

Breakfast was amazing. A very large tasty full English . Toast, coffee and fruit salad and yoghurt.
Very well presented

Cons:

I liked everything

2025-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin
8
Pros:

Room was a little eclectic- but nicely decorated a nd clean. Was in one of the sheds which was OK, but I feel if you are advertising a Georgian house, you should make clear that you don't actually stay in it.

Breakfast was a little chaotic- feels like another member of staff needed. Despite booking in for 9, didn't get breakfast until 9.30, and tea wasn't come. Hardly saw any staff member. There were only five or six in the restaurant.

Beyond that it was a fairly reasonable stay-

2025-09-07 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
10
2025-09-01 • via Nuitee
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john • couple • gb
3
Thank god it was only the 1 night
Pros:

Breakfast, bed was comfortable

Cons:

No hot water, Owner was very loud, especially when outside talking to the painter about her family affairs. We could hear everything

2025-08-26 • via Nuitee