The Carlton Hotel
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8.1Excellent
(837 Ratings)
"Friendly welcoming and given a free breakfast pack for each night I stayed"
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Located just a 10 minute walk from the center of Ipswich, this family-run hotel offers budget accommodations with free Wi-Fi and free parking.
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Non-smoking
Heating
WiFi/Internet
Smoking allowed
Key access
Contactless check-in/out
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products
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Top rated by guests
8.1Excellent
(837 Ratings)
"Friendly welcoming and given a free breakfast pack for each night I stayed"
Verified guestDon't miss out! Price and availability may change
Ratings and reviews
8.0 / 10.0
The cleanliness and availability of staff on arrival.
The tap in the sink needs to be replaced as it is corroded and the mattress was sunken so that needs to be replaced.
3.0 / 10.0
Good Location and a warm welcome.
Old dated rooms, uncomfortable bed, wallpaper peeling off the walls, bathroom was awful and mouldy, window that wouldn't shut, all in all a poor experience and wouldn't visit again.
7.0 / 10.0
Helpful host and clean
10.0 / 10.0
Friendly welcoming and given a free breakfast pack for each night I stayed
Room was very clean comfortable and warm
10.0 / 10.0
The staff were very friendly, I was given free breakfast pack. The internet was very good.
The entrance to the car park is via a tunnel that is quite narrow.
3.0 / 10.0
Not a lot
It was tired looking bathroom had a leak round the toilet so the floor was wet. There’s no reception at night or in the morning when we left the food bag for breakfast wasn’t even worth talking about cheap for £10 more somewhere else could’ve had a breakfast and more comfortable sleep towels at the window to stop the condensation overall very very poor
9.0 / 10.0
Brilliant hotel. Very well organised. Would definitely recommend
Nothing
9.0 / 10.0
The staff is very friendly and polite. They even offer a breakfast bag for free. Location and free parking are excellent!
For the two days that i stayed, there is nothing that i didn't like.
10.0 / 10.0
Centrally located, pleasant staff, easy check in. Bearing in mind price point, it is fine. Everything worked and was more than adequate. Some reasonable-priced eateries a short walk.
A few dated features but reflected in the price.
8.0 / 10.0
Staff, so friendly. Accommodating. I walked in with a walking stick, the gentlemen noticed straight away and offered us an alternative room because our room was on the second floor.
No breakfast is available, but we were given a little snack bag for the morning.
Location was spot on for our visit.
Toilet was very low. The rooms and facilties do show signs of age. However, the price for the room reflects this so travellers should take this into consideration when reviewing this property.
9.0 / 10.0
Location and very friendly helpful staff/owner. Nice little continental breakfast bag too.
6.0 / 10.0
Welcoming and good location
The taps on the sink need replacing. Cold en suite.
10.0 / 10.0
Very nice hotel and budget friendly.
Receptionist was very friendly and offered us a free breakfast pack even though we paid for Bed only.
The hotel very close to many restaurants and shops.
9.0 / 10.0
The owner was extremely professional, friendly & very helpful. We’d actually booked on line for the wrong date. Entirely our fault but it was sorted out with minimum fuss. Really nice touch to provide a breakfast bag which was much appreciated.
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing hotel in the centre of Ipswich, easy reach of the train station, road network and centre of town.
I was in a single room which was so compact and full of everything I needed.
Great little shower room, TV, desk and chair, and area to hang clothes. Room had a kettle and microwave with an assortments of tea ans coffee.
The reception staff was so helpful and gave me a breakfast bag.
Really had a comfortable stay and certainly recommend this lovely hotel.
PS Car parking available at the hotel
Nothing...room had everything I needed.
9.0 / 10.0
Location...was working in the city and able to leave my car parked on site for 3 days
Breakfast bag...enough to get you to morning coffee time....lunch at a pinch
If you want a cooked breakfast, plenty of outlets nearby ( including wetherspoon )
my room faced away from the road so no traffic noise
Never used the microwave, nearby tesco express probably sell meals
TV good, but sited at a bit of an awkward angle
9.0 / 10.0
The reception staff were really friendly and helpful, showing where to park, suggestions of where to watch the fireworks. Provided a free breakfast bag which was unexpected and very welcome.
The stairs up to the second floor, were a twisty turn back on themselves which was a bit of a challenge with heavy bags
9.0 / 10.0
Great value in a good location. Beautifully clean. Another very peaceful and comfortable night - thank you 🙏🏻
10.0 / 10.0
Good staff , cleaned
10.0 / 10.0
Such lovely staff and so welcoming the hotel has such a nice character and so clean would definitely stay again.
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8.0 / 10.0
It has a 1.00 check in , middle of town and I’ve always got a parking space
Nothing
10.0 / 10.0
Could not of asked for more
7.0 / 10.0
Location was good for Ipswich footy ground...10min walk ...and into town centre too. WiFi was good...car parking on site...
Room a bit tired and my single bed was lumpy and uncomfortable
9.0 / 10.0
Perfect for our needs. Close to town. Friendly service. Quiet. Cute breakfast bag provided.
7.0 / 10.0
The very friendly welcome and great info about the hotel. . The location is only a 20 min walk to station, and 6 mins to main centre. .Room was a good size, lovely big bay window that opened wide. .additional breakfast bag given and microwave in room! Tv worked well , bed comfy. .road noise non.existant, so pleased with that. . Heater worked well in room too. .
The overall cleanliness could be better. .the bedding needs a mattress protector, and checking. .the sheets didnt smell that fresh either? . .the shower area could do with a good scrub especially the tray area. . .I got woken up at 6.30am by a man singing for over an hour which was very annoying!! And inconsiderate of others! The manager was quick to respond to my messages when I brought it to his attention. .Other guests are no reflection on the hotel though.
8.0 / 10.0
Friendly staff, handy location.
If you arrive late after 9 pm message for arrival arrangements. Note the council turn lights in street off at 11, so you will need a charged phone or torch! If you want a 2nd night breakfast pack you have to ask reception.
10.0 / 10.0
Very helpful and pleasant owner, also excellent range of places to eat very short distance away.
Owner also gave us a breakfast bag, saved our day
Nothing
9.0 / 10.0
friendly welcome and breakfast bag - nice unexpected touch :-)
none
9.0 / 10.0
Great location for town & football
Parking
9.0 / 10.0
Great welcome at reception
Very helpful and informative
Was handed a free breakfast bag on arrival
Car parking a bit hit or miss at busy times
7.0 / 10.0
Clean and tidy, friendly staff
Rooms a bit tired, but clean
8.0 / 10.0
Staff is very friendly and welcoming. There was a special treat of a free breakfast pack option which I did not use, but appreciated. My room was small, but I understood it would be when I made my reservation.
Everything was as advertised or better. For a higher price, you may get more comfort, but it was OK in price-value terms.
7.0 / 10.0
Proprietor was very helpful and friendly. Free breakfast package was appreciated. Water in shower nice and hot.
Bathroom could have been cleaner. Shower didn't drain properly. Towel too small. TV reception rubbish couldn't watch any channel.
5.0 / 10.0
Not really very much to like, everything was just ok. Maybe a reflection of the stars of the hotel. Reception and check in were straightforward, guy was friendly.
Better toiletries. A small bar of soap only, no shampoo so didn't bother using the shower. Walls were thin so could hear others talking through the walls after midnight. Rusty radiators in room an overall reflection of the room, a bit tired and sad.
9.0 / 10.0
The welcome we received was excellent, friendly and full of useful information. Room size was good and overlooking what I thought was a main road winch proved to be very quiet. The city centre is at the bottom of the street and the marina area is walkable.
Nothing to complain about
9.0 / 10.0
It’s always quite , sleep well considering it’s in the town . Free parking a bonus
Nothing
6.0 / 10.0
The owner is friendly and very helpfunctie.. location is great near the city centre
Noise of hot warm boiler at night and early morning that can keep you awake
5.0 / 10.0
Clean
Friendly welcome by hotelmanager
Noisy (traffic, very thin walls)
Terrible beds (sagged, short)
9.0 / 10.0
The staff was really accommodating with the requests.
FAQs
Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?
Yes, this bed and breakfast has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.
Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at The Carlton Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Carlton Hotel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Carlton Hotel?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, non-smoking, heating, and wifi/internet.
