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Lodgegrid Decision Intelligence

Rooms
8.0Rooms 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.
Cleanliness
9.0Multiple reviews call the hotel 'very clean', 'super clean', 'clean and new' and praise bathrooms and showers, supporting a strong cleanliness score.
Service
9.5Service is consistently highlighted as a strength: staff described as friendly, welcoming, very helpful (several mentions by name), justifying a very high service rating.



Ipswich, GB
3.1 km (2.0 mi) from original

What you may gain by choosing another hotel.
The compared hotels differ by 2.6 km.
Novotel Ipswich: 0.58 km (0.36 mi)
Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel: 3.1 km (2.0 mi)
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
9/10B&B HOTEL Ipswich
8.5/10Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel
8/10Novotel Ipswich
8.4/10Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
8.2The room quality is generally good, but there are mentions of some outdated decor.
B&B HOTEL Ipswich
8.0Rooms 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.
Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel
7.2Overall rooms have mixed reviews, some being dated and needing upgrades.
Novotel 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
9.2Reviews indicate the place is very clean and tidy.
B&B HOTEL Ipswich
9.0Multiple reviews call the hotel 'very clean', 'super clean', 'clean and new' and praise bathrooms and showers, supporting a strong cleanliness score.
Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel
6.2Multiple reviews highlight dirty rooms and unclean facilities.
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
9.2Hotel is noted for a great location overlooking the marina.
B&B HOTEL Ipswich
8.0Location 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.
Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel
8.2Location was generally appreciated with mentions of its appeal.
Novotel Ipswich
9.4Great location with easy access to the town center and train station mentioned in multiple reviews.
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
9.2Staff is described as polite, professional, and extremely attentive.
B&B HOTEL Ipswich
9.5Service is consistently highlighted as a strength: staff described as friendly, welcoming, very helpful (several mentions by name), justifying a very high service rating.
Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel
9.2Staff received positive mentions for being helpful and friendly.
Novotel Ipswich
8.9Staff were described as friendly and helpful, though some reviews noted issues with wait times.
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
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9.2Food quality is high, although service can be a bit slow at times.
B&B HOTEL Ipswich
9.0Breakfast 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.
Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel
8.7Many compliments on the quality of the food, particularly dinner.
Novotel Ipswich
8.4Breakfast praised, but limited evening options and context of pre-booked breakfast fee noted.
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
8.7Some amenities need improvement, but overall satisfactory.
B&B HOTEL Ipswich
7.5Facilities are described as modern and excellent, but practical amenity issues noted (no towel racks/hooks, limited parking, poor in-room coffee) lower the score.
Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel
8.2Spa and pool are often praised, with no major complaints on amenities.
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
9.2Many reviews cite good value compared to similar options in larger cities like London.
B&B HOTEL Ipswich
8.0Guests mention reasonable room pricing and good quality breakfast/food, though extra charges (notably £10 parking) and some pricey menu items moderate perceived value.
Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel
8.2Value perception varied, good food was highlighted but some rooms felt overpriced.
Novotel Ipswich
8.4Mixed feedback on pricing with concerns about services relative to what’s offered.
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa
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