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The Guinness Arms

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Bury St Edmunds inn

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A bedroom with a bed, framed pictures, a wooden wardrobe, and a floral wallpaper.
A brick building with a tiled roof, two doors, and a small garden area with plants and outdoor seating.
A breakfast plate with bacon, eggs, and potatoes.
A black building with a thatched roof and a sign reading "GUINNESS ARMS."

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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The Street, Bury St Edmunds, England, IP28 6PS
  • Place, West Stow Country Park and Anglo Saxon Village
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Larkwood Trout Fishery
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lackford Lakes
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a mirror.

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, framed pictures, a wooden wardrobe, and a floral wallpaper.

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a round mirror, and a wall adorned with framed pictures.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a decorative mirror.

Deluxe Double Room, Accessible

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Bury St Edmunds

In Bury St Edmunds .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of West Stow Country Park and Anglo Saxon Village and 6 miles (10 km) of Lackford Lakes with a stay here. Fuller's Mill Garden and Larkwood Trout Fishery are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • West Stow Country Park and Anglo Saxon Village - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Larkwood Trout Fishery - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Fuller's Mill Garden - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Lackford Lakes - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Royal Worlington & Newmarket Golf Club - 9 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Bury St Edmunds Station - 13 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Angel's Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Half Moon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crown & Castle - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Guinness Arms

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Bury St Edmunds inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Bury St Edmunds inn.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Guinness Arms offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Playground

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 6.50 to 17 for adults and GBP 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 5 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 6.50 to 17 for adults, and GBP 5 to 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15 per day

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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
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 cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

The Guinness Arms Inn
The Guinness Arms Bury St Edmunds
The Guinness Arms Inn Bury St Edmunds

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Guinness Arms to the airport?

The Guinness Arms is 22.5 mi (27-min drive) away from the Cambridge (CBG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Guinness Arms?

As of Aug 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Guinness Arms on Aug 23, 2026 start from $152, 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 The Guinness Arms have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Guinness Arms.

Does The Guinness Arms offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Guinness Arms, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 6.50 and 17 for adults, GBP 5 and 15 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Guinness Arms?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Guinness Arms?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Guinness Arms?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Guinness Arms have a pool?

The Guinness Arms does not have a pool.

Does The Guinness Arms have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Guinness Arms have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Guinness Arms to downtown Bury St Edmunds?

The Guinness Arms is 0.3 mi away from Icklingham.

The Guinness Arms Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 140 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room, good food, quiet area. This is my second visit and I will saty again when in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was just what we needed and the food menu was strong. Staff were are lovely. The outdoor space was fabulous too, especially for the kids
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing find, cosy pub, gorgeous rooms, food was incredible we will be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rxcellent room, food very good. Staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wisia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful flying visit, beautiful location, stunning accommodation, friendly staff and dog friendly. Just fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful. The rooms were gorgeous and the staff were so happy and helpful. Will definitely be returning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food and a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous room such lovely friendly staff lovely dinner - perfect over night stay would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wisia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Just perfect 👍
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LIAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property, great breakfast, and great dinner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, great pub food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little pub with rooms, only down side I slept on the lower floor and big foot was in the room above and woke me up through the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Would have been perfect but the air con wasn't working and we had no hot water in the morning either due to a boiler issue.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, our mattress was comfy although there was roll together. Staff very friendly, we had dinner, unfortunately staff were not very attentive we had to get a member of staffs attention on a number of occasions to ask for extra drinks etc. we ordered some liquor coffees for after dinner only to find out there was no cream left, disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay excellent, air conditioned rooms , nice location , lovely food , I would definitely come back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, lovely premises and good food. The staff were excellent in all aspects.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 2nd stay and just as wonderful, had a lovely breakfast and the air conditioning was most welcome!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great check in. Shown to our room by friendly staff member. Room lovely. Very clean. Plenty of amenities. Lovely fluffy towells. Great smelling toiletries. Food lovely. Lots of options available. Did not sleep well however due to noisy people above and door slamming . Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and modern rooms, classic British pub with amazing food!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff is amazing and the food is delicious as always
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely overnight stay. Friendly staff, food good and the room was as described. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff. Great evening meal and breakfast, would stay or visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Properly was amazing and staff was brilliant. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025