Experience the charm of The Ickworth Hotel in the historic district. Unwind with a massage, enjoy Regional cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants, or soak up the sun by the indoor pool. With free English breakfast and WiFi, an arcade/game room for kids, and helpful staff who have impressed previous guests.
Bury St Edmunds, Bury St Edmunds, England, IP29 5QE
What's nearby
Ickworth House - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
The Apex - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
Greene King Brewery - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
St Edmundsbury Cathedral - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
Bury St Edmunds Abbey - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
Getting around
Cambridge (CBG) - 30 min drive
London (STN-Stansted) - 53 min drive
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 63 min drive
Bury St Edmunds Station - 13 min drive
Thurston Station - 15 min drive
Kennett Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
The Dove - 7 min drive
Costa Coffee - 8 min drive
Beehive - 4 min drive
Byron arc Centre - 8 min drive
Oakes Barn - 9 min drive
About this property
The Ickworth Hotel
Bring the kids when you stay at The Ickworth Hotel in Bury St Edmunds and they can enjoy the free kids' club. Guests can indulge in hot stone massages, body wraps or facials, and Fredericks, one of 2 restaurants, serves Regional cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include an indoor pool, an outdoor tennis court and a terrace. The helpful staff and overall property condition get good marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
38 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Babysitting*
Supervised childcare*
Free children's club
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
On-site parking is limited
Free off-site parking nearby
Other information
Smoke-free property
LOB_HOTELS
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free English breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
2 restaurants
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Free children's club
Playground
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
Children's menu
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Bike hire
Pool loungers
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
An indoor pool
Arcade/games room
Spa services
Outdoor tennis court
Massage/treatment rooms
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
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Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps and body scrubs.
Dining
Fredericks – This restaurant specialises in Regional cuisine and only serves dinner.
Conservatory – Overlooking the garden, this family restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
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Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Ickworth Hotel Bury St Edmunds
Ickworth Hotel
Ickworth Bury St Edmunds
Ickworth
The Ickworth Hotel Hotel
The Ickworth Hotel Bury St Edmunds
The Ickworth Hotel Hotel Bury St Edmunds
HELP_OUTLINE
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at The Ickworth Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Ickworth Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Ickworth Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ickworth Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Ickworth Hotel and nearby?
Practise your swing on the tennis courts. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include spa services and an arcade. The Ickworth Hotel also has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Ickworth Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring Regional cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around The Ickworth Hotel like?
The Ickworth Hotel is located a short 1-minute walk from Ickworth House.
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The Ickworth Hotel Reviews
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Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently good to excellent with attentive and thorough service. (12 reviews)
The property is very dog and child friendly. (3 reviews)
The pool was a great asset to the property, warm, spacious, and a lovely addition to the property. (5 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jun 2025
Enjoyable short stay at The Ickworth
We had a very enjoyable short break at The Ickworth. The room was very comfy and breakfast excellent. The staff couldn't have been more helpful. Will definitely go back again sometime when we can.
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 May 2025
We loved it! Definitely will be going back for another stay.
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 May 2025
Stunning place and scenery
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jun 2025
Delightful in every way
Wonderful hotel, staff, and food. Very friendly service. Great food for dinner and breakfast. Even reasonably priced. Walking the grounds in the morning before day visitors arrive was incredibly scenic and relaxing. Room was very comfortable and well appointed (appreciate Nespresso machine!)
greg
greg, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Jun 2025
Beautiful setting. Really friendly staff.. Good Breakfast.. Plenty of parking space.. Only downside, I could hear my neighbours TV. I don’t know if they were slightly deaf or the walls are thin….
Stuart
Stuart, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 Jan 2025
Comfortable stay in beautiful surroundings
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Nov 2024
Great stay, the kids loved it
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Jun 2025
The hotel is located in the wonderful setting of Ickworth Park. Lots of fantastic walks and no traffic to disturb the tranquility of the countryside.
We usually stay in the Premier Inn in Bury St Edmunds when visiting our son but, surprisingly, that chain is now outpricing itself against much more superior hotels such as this one.
The bedroom retained all its charm of a bygone age including what appeared to be some of the original antique furniture. We had a wonderful view overlooking the gardens.
Breakfast was excellent. Plentiful parking.
Highly recommended.
kenneth
kenneth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 Apr 2025
75%
Character of buildings were beautiful but condition of interior needs attention
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 Jan 2024
Enjoyable stay friendly helpful staff
Alan
Alan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Mar 2024
Fantastic property with friendly staff
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Oct 2022
Very pleasant stay
philip
philip, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Jun 2024
Great stay
Staff are friendly, helpful and professional, rooms are spacious, well equipped and clean, hotel is traditional, grounds are amazing and worth exploring, restaurant food is very good and worth the wait
Nicola
Nicola, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jul 2022
Lovely hotel good food and very friendly helpful staff, highly recommend
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Feb 2025
Fabulous wedding stay
Absolutely fabulous stay. Stayed with friends for their wedding. Staff incredible quite the best Ive experienced. Nothing too much trouble. Even given the Chinese green dining room for dinner and breakfast. Many many thanks. Mike & Stella xx
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Mar 2024
Wonderful place to escape and enjoy the grounds.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Mar 2023
lovely hotel
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jun 2024
Lovely environment, staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast and dinner both good.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Aug 2023
Great stay
Lovely hotel and staff. Perfect getaway for our toddler and baby.
Eleanor
Eleanor, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Aug 2023
Thoroughly enjoyed my stay here, convenient position, best thing is the opportunity to get a good morningsxwalk in before my business day starts.
Leslie
Leslie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Jun 2024
Great stay
I found the staff to be friendly, helpful and professional. The rooms are spacious, well equipped and clean. The hotel is traditional, grounds are amazing and worth exploring, restaurant food is very good and worth the wait
Nicola
Nicola, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Oct 2023
Beautiful hotel and grounds, have done well to keep it in such good shape bearing in mind the age of the hotel.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Feb 2024
Comfortable Stay
Comfortable, spacious room, friendly and efficient service, good breakfast. Having a pleasant walk in the grounds was an added bonus.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Oct 2022
A superb small hotel in a historic building. Peaceful location surrounded by beautiful countryside.
Norman
Norman, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jul 2024
Solo traveller
2 night stay as solo traveller, room and facilities are great. The food is very good and the whole staff team are so professional, welcoming and helpful. Estate good to explore on foot and pool was good size and warm