Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel

3.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Leiston hotel

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Exterior
Classic Double or Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Double or Twin Room | Terrace/patio
Interior entrance
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Lakeside Ave, Thorpeness, Leiston, England, IP16 4NH
  • Place, Suffolk Coast and Heaths
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Thorpeness Golf Club
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Thorpeness & Aldringham Heritage Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Club Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Traditional Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Leiston

In Leiston .With a stay at this Leiston hotel, you'll be steps from Thorpeness Golf Club and within a 10-minute walk of Thorpeness & Aldringham Heritage Centre. Suffolk Coast and Heaths and Moot Hall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Suffolk Coast and Heaths - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Thorpeness Golf Club - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Thorpeness & Aldringham Heritage Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Southwold Beach - 38 min drive - 18.2 miles
  • Norfolk Broads - 54 min drive - 32.4 miles

Getting around

  • Wickham Market Station - 19 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cross Keys Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Meare Shop and Tearooms - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Railway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ash Smoked Fishes - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Leiston hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Leiston hotel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel offers 36 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Thorpeness Golf Club Hotel
Thorpeness Golf Hotel Leiston
Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel Hotel
Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel Leiston
Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel Hotel Leiston

Frequently asked questions

How close is Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel to the airport?

Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel is 50.8 mi (86-min drive) away from the Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel on Jun 24, 2026 start from $199, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel.

How close is Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 15 mi (28-min drive) from Orford Beach and 17.7 mi (46-min drive) from Southwold Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel offer free breakfast?

Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel offers free English breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel have a pool?

Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel to downtown Leiston?

Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Thorpeness.

Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 215 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely clean room, friendly staff, great food in Braid Bar and Ogilvies…
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a very comfortable stay in a very spacious and clean room. The staff could not have been more friendly and helpful. Both the breakfasts and dinners were absolutely delicious and nothing was too much trouble. Would highly recommend a stay at this charming hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent breakfast, large room. Very friendly/helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room, warm, clean and comfortable ... greatly appreciated after a long journey. Staff were also helpful signposting me :) etc
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very relaxing place to stay and lovely food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed, excellent breakfast and very good staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing break

Really tasty dinner and breakfast and lovely spacious room with comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable clean room, food in the restaurant was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good golf hotel, very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay in a peaceful environment, nice spacious rooms easy parking, good walks. Great breakfast choice, one improvement would be a good coffee machine in breakfast room,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing break, very good food and drink and great access to lots of walks
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, spacious room, excellent food and service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant hotel and will return
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

youg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay. Food is excellent.and fresh
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

You’ve got to stay here!

Absolutely beautiful stay. Accommodation, area, service, staff, food, wildlife. Just loved my short stay here. Couldn’t recommend it highly enough
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

It's a lovely spot to stay and the staff are always top class. Breakfast decent as well
View from the outside seating area across the Meare
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean. Room cold until night. Doors and furniture a bit tired. Bathroom and shower were good. I cant believe the bar or restaurant had no cream to make liquor coffees! Breakfast good - one boiled egg like hard boiled..very hard boiled. Staff very young but corteous. Did very well. Overall a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short Stay

It's a cracking little hotel perfectly situated for Thorpeness and Aldeburgh
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice golf club, nice dining facilities, good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Stayed for the long weekend whilst visiting the music festival. Very comfortable and clean would definitely stay again. Fantastic breakfast as well
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was good value and very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and clean

Large clean and comfortable room, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fabulous few days as always at The Thorpeness Hotel - a lovely comfortable quiet room, great food and lovely staff. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Golf hotel

Very comfortable large double room which was certainly very warm. The staff were very friendly and the breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023