Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG vs Similar Hotels

Rooms had mixed reviews; some were comfortable while others were considered small or with maintenance issues.

Overall rooms have mixed reviews, some being dated and needing upgrades.

Rooms need updating and several complaints about comfort and amenities.

Rooms are described as sleek, modern, spacious and generally comfortable, but multiple comments about firm/too-hard mattresses, pillows and some cold rooms/thermostat limits temper the rating.

Some reviews indicated cleanliness issues, particularly with the bedroom and pool area.

Multiple reviews highlight dirty rooms and unclean facilities.

Multiple mentions of rooms being dirty and not cleaned properly.

Multiple reviews call the hotel 'very clean', 'super clean', 'clean and new' and praise bathrooms and showers, supporting a strong cleanliness score.

Guests appreciated the location, with many noting its proximity to amenities.

Location was generally appreciated with mentions of its appeal.

Good location received positive mentions in several reviews.

Location is praised for proximity to train station and easy walk to town, but several guests note road and rail noise which reduces the score slightly.

Many guests praised the friendly and accommodating staff, contributing positively to the service rating.

Staff received positive mentions for being helpful and friendly.

Generally positive remarks about staff being helpful and friendly.

Service is consistently highlighted as a strength: staff described as friendly, welcoming, very helpful (several mentions by name), justifying a very high service rating.

Several reviews mentioned the dining options were limited or had issues, especially with breakfast and dinner.

Many compliments on the quality of the food, particularly dinner.

Breakfast was frequently criticized for poor quality and availability.

Breakfast and evening meal are repeatedly described as excellent with good choice and quality; isolated complaints about coffee and one poor cooked breakfast are outweighed by positive remarks.

Pool and overall amenities received mixed feedback, with some mentioning the need for updates.

Spa and pool are often praised, with no major complaints on amenities.

Limited amenities mentioned and several operational issues noted.

Facilities are described as modern and excellent, but practical amenity issues noted (no towel racks/hooks, limited parking, poor in-room coffee) lower the score.

General sentiment indicates reasonable value for services provided, though some criticisms were noted.

Value perception varied, good food was highlighted but some rooms felt overpriced.

Several reviews expressed disappointment regarding high costs compared to value.

Guests mention reasonable room pricing and good quality breakfast/food, though extra charges (notably £10 parking) and some pricey menu items moderate perceived value.