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The Ship at Dunwich

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront inn with restaurant

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Superior Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Garden
Superior Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Superior Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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St James Street Dunwich, Saxmundham, England, IP17 3DT
  • Place, Suffolk Coast and Heaths
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunwich Heath and Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunwich Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Luxury Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Basic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double or Twin Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Double Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Saxmundham

Beachside getaway.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Dunwich Museum and 2 miles (3 km) of Dunwich Heath and Beach with a stay here. Also, RSPB Minsmere is within 3 miles (5 km) and Suffolk Coast and Heaths is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Suffolk Coast and Heaths - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dunwich Heath and Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dunwich Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Southwold Beach - 15 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Norfolk Broads - 32 min drive - 17.0 miles

Getting around

  • Darsham Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Magpies Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • The Ship at Dunwich
  • ‪The Clockhouse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Adnams Cellar & Kitchen Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sole Bay Inn - ‬13 min drive

About this property

The Ship at Dunwich

4-star beachfront inn with restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Ship at Dunwich also features a terrace and a garden. Self parking is free.
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Ship at Dunwich offers 16 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.00 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.00 per stay.

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.00 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.00 per stay

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Ship Dunwich Hotel Saxmundham
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Ship at Dunwich have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Ship at Dunwich.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ship at Dunwich?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ship at Dunwich on Jul 5, 2026 start from $170, 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.

How close is The Ship at Dunwich to the beach?

This inn is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Ship at Dunwich offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Ship at Dunwich, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Ship at Dunwich?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Ship at Dunwich?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Ship at Dunwich?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Ship at Dunwich have a pool?

The Ship at Dunwich does not have a pool.

Does The Ship at Dunwich have a restaurant?

The Ship at Dunwich is home to The Ship, which features British cuisine.

Does The Ship at Dunwich have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Ship at Dunwich to downtown Saxmundham?

The Ship at Dunwich is 0.2 mi away from Dunwich.

The Ship at Dunwich Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 148 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious room, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Lovely pub/hotel Great food Nice bedroom Lovely 4 day stay .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Fantastic. Staff were friendly and helpful, food was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vince

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a lovely stay. Pub and staff amazing and room vèry comfortable and cosy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Davide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice place.to.spend a night walking distance from the beach and with mice coastline.walks.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location near beach, friendly staff nice atmoshere
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an old building very well looked after, clean throughout, excellent menu, staff works hard and are accommodating, we will be coming back, thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Amenities
Lovely stay, great food.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, friendly and helpful staff. Very nice food. The room was tiny with no place to layout a small suitcase. The bathroom had no shelf space for toiletry bags. It's a nice place, but they need to work on storage space. We only had 2 very small cases and there was no where to lay them out except on the bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint and old fashioned hotel. Room smaller than brochure picture.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Avril

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a real find. It has character and it is reasonably priced for the service received. Breakfasts were great and reasonable choices for our 2 night dinner stay. Very close to a pebbly beach and not far from Southwold, Aldburagh, Norwich and the broads.
Bedroom
Bedroom
Dunwich beach
The Ship
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good choice for our stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay at the ship, total relaxation and the food was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, very convenient for beach. Lovely food, very friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice little hotel Excellent food and reasonably priced. All staff very friendly and helpful I would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo

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

Stay here!

Everything great, no complaints, staff lovely, highly recommended, Hope can return for another stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

The Great Ship at Dunwich

I had made a mistake when booking the room, i booked a 'snug'. With two Golden Retrievers - a big mistake. Management were great and found us an outside room that was more suited. Loved the staff, other customers and the people in general. Felt the history.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elinor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a really great stay. Fab location, comfortable room and great staff. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location for the coastal path.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

christian

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bedroom was clean, location good. Staff subdued, food below average.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo

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

Get away break

Excellent food, friendly staff and a cosy relaxed environment. Great location for walking.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Maxine

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

A little disappointed

We had very little sleep on the first night of our stay as the bed was incredibly uncomfortable. We were moved to a different room on the second night and slept a little better. Overall we were disappointed with the rooms and the breakfast. The staff were pleasant and did try to help us when we spoke to them about the issues we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and quirky outside spaces
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, both at reception and behind the bar and at breakfast. Dining room could have been a little warmer, though.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023