
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
Ipswich, GB
0.58 km (0.36 mi) from original
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Ipswich, GB
0.58 km (0.36 mi) from original
Rooms
8.2The room quality is generally good, but there are mentions of some outdated decor.
Cleanliness
9.2Reviews indicate the place is very clean and tidy.
Location
9.2Hotel is noted for a great location overlooking the marina.
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Ipswich, GB
0.58 km (0.36 mi) from original

Ipswich, GB
1.3 km (0.79 mi) from original

Ipswich, GB
0.41 km (0.26 mi) from original
The compared hotels differ by 0.87 km.
Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside: 0.41 km (0.26 mi)
Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns: 1.3 km (0.79 mi)
Novotel Ipswich
8.4/10Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
9/10Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns
8.6/10Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside
10/10Novotel Ipswich
7.9Rooms were generally clean and comfortable, but some reviews indicated they might not meet the expected quality standards for an executive room.
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
8.2The room quality is generally good, but there are mentions of some outdated decor.
Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns
8.7Rooms were comfortable and well-priced, but issues with bedding noted.
Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside
8.2Rooms often described as comfortable with good showers and air conditioning; some guests found family rooms or sofa-beds cramped and some beds on the softer side.
Novotel Ipswich
7.9Clean rooms were reported, but some concerns about the overall quality (e.g., mold mentioned in a negative review).
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
9.2Reviews indicate the place is very clean and tidy.
Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns
8.2Generally clean but some issues like cobwebs noted in one review.
Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside
8.1Many guests report rooms as clean or spotless, but multiple comments note carpet stains, inadequate vacuuming and at least one missed room-cleaning — slightly lowers the score.
Novotel Ipswich
9.4Great location with easy access to the town center and train station mentioned in multiple reviews.
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
9.2Hotel is noted for a great location overlooking the marina.
Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns
9.2Multiple reviews praised the convenient location.
Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside
9.4Consistently praised: very convenient near the train station, highway and zoo, with parking opposite — a strong point for this hotel.
Novotel Ipswich
8.9Staff were described as friendly and helpful, though some reviews noted issues with wait times.
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
9.2Staff is described as polite, professional, and extremely attentive.
Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns
9.2Staff were described as friendly and helpful in multiple reviews.
Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside
8.2Staff are frequently described as friendly and welcoming (Ricardo mentioned by name); generally helpful, though a few guests noted staff appeared less enthusiastic at times and housekeeping was missed once.
Novotel Ipswich
—Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
—Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns
—Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside
—Novotel Ipswich
8.4Breakfast praised, but limited evening options and context of pre-booked breakfast fee noted.
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
9.2Food quality is high, although service can be a bit slow at times.
Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns
7.7Breakfast received negative feedback, particularly regarding quality and variety.
Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside
8.3Breakfast is generally well regarded with good variety and replenishment, though a few guests mentioned issues like eggs not being fresh.
Novotel Ipswich
7.4Limited evening menu choices and reported issues with in-room fridge and safe suggest amenities need improvement.
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
8.7Some amenities need improvement, but overall satisfactory.
Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns
8.7Standard amenities provided, with room for improvement on comforts.
Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside
8.6Useful extras reported such as kettle, good air conditioning, grab-and-go station and parking opposite; overall adequate for this hotel category.
Novotel Ipswich
8.4Mixed feedback on pricing with concerns about services relative to what’s offered.
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
9.2Many reviews cite good value compared to similar options in larger cities like London.
Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns
8.7Overall good value given the location and facilities.
Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside
9.1Frequently noted as good price-quality ratio and great value for short stays or transit stops; a clear strength in reviews.
Novotel Ipswich
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