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Novotel Ipswich

4.0 star property
4-star hotel perfect for exploring Ipswich

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Greyfriars Road, Ipswich, England, IP1 1UP
  • Place, Portman Road
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ipswich Regent Theatre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ipswich Waterfront
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds (Updated) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds (Updated)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Ipswich

Central Ipswich getaway .With a stay at this Ipswich hotel, you'll be steps from St Peter's by the Waterfront and Cardinal Park. Wolsey's Gate and Dance East are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Blackfriars - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Portman Road - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ipswich Regent Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University Campus Suffolk - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ipswich Waterfront - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Ipswich (IPW-Ipswich Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Thomas Wolsey - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kervan Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Revolution Ipswich - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Novotel Ipswich

4-star hotel perfect for exploring Ipswich
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 3369 square feet (313 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a terrace, and express check-out are also featured at the business-friendly Novotel Ipswich. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • 1 building
  • 101 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 3369 sq ft of conference space
  • 313 sq m of conference space
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Ipswich offers 101 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 7 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday:
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot springs
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Public bath
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Saturday and Sunday:
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot springs
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Public bath
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15.95 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 7.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

No visitors or unregistered guests are allowed in guestrooms.
Property Registration Number GB198502142

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Ipswich Novotel
Novotel Hotel Ipswich
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Novotel Ipswich Hotel Ipswich
Novotel Ipswich Suffolk
Novotel Ipswich Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Novotel Ipswich to the airport?

Novotel Ipswich is 48.9 mi (54-min drive) away from the Stansted Airport (STN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Ipswich?

As of Dec 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Ipswich on Dec 28, 2025 start from $69.97, excluding 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 Novotel Ipswich have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Novotel Ipswich.

Does Novotel Ipswich offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Novotel Ipswich, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15.95 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Novotel Ipswich?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Novotel Ipswich?

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

Is there free parking at Novotel Ipswich?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 7.00 per night.

Does Novotel Ipswich have a pool?

Novotel Ipswich does not have a pool.

Does Novotel Ipswich have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Novotel Ipswich have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Novotel Ipswich to downtown Ipswich?

Novotel Ipswich is 0.3 mi away from Ipswich.

Reviews

Novotel Ipswich Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 455 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Martijn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Very modern, clean rooms, and nice atmosphere. Only problem was staff. Mostly lack of. Had to wait a while because no one was there for checkin. After 10-15 min other (friendly) staffmember checked us in. Other minor issue was taxis. Staff wil not order them for you. You have to do this yourself. Although its not a problem i never had to do this in any hotel i’ve been to.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely helpful and friendly staff. Rooms were clean and spacious. Great location with walking distancenof the train station and city centre. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There are some great Positives about Novotel Ipswich. It’s nicely situated with the town centre (and restaurants) a short walk one way and the waterfront a short walk away the other way. The staff in the hotel are friendly and reception was welcoming. Cannot comment on the food as didn’t partake. Breakfast if pre-booked was £15.95 pp. there are options nearby instead. We had a room on the car park side of the hotel which, whilst not a great view, was at least quiet. The opposite side is by the inner ring road and may be noisy. The car park has signs indicating that it’s £20 per 24h to park. If staying don’t take any notice of that and instead pay at Reception £7 for 24h. Didn’t see any cheaper alternatives nearby. Room comfortable enough but my feeling was that it’s a borderline 4* and probably a high 3* as services and additions were limited. I found the guest WiFi poor in the room (3rd floor) and the TV
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, STOCKPORT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideally located hotel for town centre and station. Room comfortable and very clean, staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Easy parking and a very well located hotel to walk around the town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy, Penarth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Limited evening menu choices, excellent breakfast options. In room fridge and safe were both faulty.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel. Nice location near both the waterfront and the city centre. Very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jack

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

Always good.

Stayed at the Novotel many times, always clean and tidy and the rooms are very good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Emmanuel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Nice comfy hotel

A nice comfy hotel with good looking reception and dinning areas. I enjoyed my night there. Had breakfast in the morning and it was lovely. Only downside is I requested my receipt by email and left my details @ reception but didn’t receive it as promised.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
The quality was poor. An executive room was just a regular room. There was mold in the window. Staff was hard to come by and you end up waiting a while. The staff even messed up my food order. The drink order they tapped the keg dry, decided to replace it, and use the same half from the tapped keg glass to complete my order after stating it wasnt to quality and you cant have it. Only one elevator. No dog amenities and the information about dogs was unclear. You cant leave them alone in the room even if you assume liability and pay for a deposit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walking distance to train station and downtown shopping/restaurants. The service was great and the breakfast was good. The hotel seems to be in the process of renovating. Our room was comfortable though the mattress was a bit hard for my taste. Slept very well though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel. Comfortable rooms and great showers. My one small gripe is that it would have been great if the fridge in the room had water in it - even a bottle of tap water!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay, good location, short walk into town centre. Nice breakfast, though short of vegan options.. Would come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, friendly staff, and clean environment
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kulbir

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025