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The Westgate

4.0 star property
Inn in Bury St Edmunds with a restaurant and a bar

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Guildhall Street, Bury St Edmunds, England, IP33 1QD
  • Place, The Apex
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, St Edmundsbury Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Greene King Brewery
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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Single Room, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Bury St Edmunds

Located within a 5-minute walk of St Mary's Church, The Westgate is within a 15-minute stroll of St Edmundsbury Cathedral. This 5-room, 4-star inn has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • The Apex - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • St Edmundsbury Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Greene King Brewery - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bury St Edmunds Abbey - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ickworth House - 9 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Bury St Edmunds Station - 15 min walk
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Corn Exchange - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Nutshell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Flex bar,club & lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Masons Arms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Hunter Club - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Westgate

Inn in Bury St Edmunds with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of The Westgate enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. A stay here includes free parking.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of The Westgate?

This inn in Bury St Edmunds is within a 10-minute walk of St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Greene King Brewery, and Abbey Gardens. You'll also find The Apex and The Abbey Gate less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Westgate?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Westgate on Oct 6, 2025 start from $112.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at The Westgate?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Westgate include a casino?

No, The Westgate doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Westgate?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What do couples enjoy most about The Westgate?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this inn include a bar and a restaurant.

Does The Westgate have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Westgate have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Westgate serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Westgate allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Westgate.

Are there connecting rooms at The Westgate?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Westgate?

The closest major airport to The Westgate is Cambridge (CBG), which is 25.6 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Westgate?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Westgate.

Reviews

The Westgate Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 389 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 389 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 389 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 389 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 389 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was fine unfortunately it overlooked the pub courtyard where people were singing and shouting til approx 1230am. Also an external fan which was situated near the room was running all night. Due to it being a very hot night we needed the windows open. Resulting in very little sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Business traveler

No frills accommodation.

It is what it is, cheap and cheerful accommodation. Room could have been cleaned to a better standard. You might need a set of earplugs was a constant banging of doors until midnight and a fan of some sorts running outside the room. Single room is very small and bed was lumpy and I felt like I had to climb into the bed. En-suite facilities were ok but shower cubicle and head were not clean. Breakfast was cooked fresh and was ok. For the price, you can’t go wrong but with a little bit of general cleanliness and tidy up it could be a fantastic place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A piece of old Bury St Edmunds.

This is a basically C19th Inn, although some of it might be older. The room was clean and bright, the en-suite shower the same. Tea/coffee and kettle &c provided in the room. Bed fairly comfortable. Two things that were not so good: there was no hot water from the hand basin tap - no water at all in fact - and this could not be rectified until after the weekend (I booked in Saturday afternoon). All Ok in the shower. I could not open either the bedroom window nor the bathroom one, both sash windows painted and stuck. Secondary double glazing over both did not help, and the space between that and the window panes could do with the network of cobwebs being cleared out. Sunday morning breakfast was a problem for the place, as the breakfast maid had not appeared. Mine Host therefore cooked the full English himself - which was very good and well done. Nothing apart from that such as cereal or bread/toast was on offer. I saw only the innkeeper - who may be running the place more or less single-handed - but he was friendly and helpful. The place is well sited as it is only a short walk to the Abbey/Cathedral area, or the Market Place and new shopping centre. It is quiet and in one of the many attractive old streets of the town. Bearing in mind what the place is and what it is not, I was generally satisfied with my stay and would go there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen, Spokane

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
You’re staying upstairs of a pub. This helps give a feel for being a local. Welcoming proprietor. There were shrimp shells left in the sink. I’m sure just missed. And the pub tended to be noisy until maybe 11. I appreciated how convenient it was to town. Parking was technical, but super convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed one night. Clean and comfortable. Landlord and manager very attentive and welcoming. Excellent traditional english breakfast. The pub itself is a proper drinkers pub so expect lively clientele in the bar. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
I only need one night stay.Very friendly room was a little small but was ok.Was very warm and i couldn't open the window.very basic but clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Westgate was easy to find and there was parking around the back of the pub as the town seems to have limited parking. The room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was lovely. The location is a 5 minute walk to the shops .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
nice accommodation for the price no thrills expected pub and staff all good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. Convnient for a night out in Bury.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

J

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I stayed at this property for a total of 16 nights over a 4 week period. Warmly greeted each time. Key given shown up to my toom the first two weeks. Breakfast order taken. They were able to accommodate an early breakfast time to suit my work schedule. There were a couple of maintenance issues during my visit and staff were keen to correct these. Good pressure and plenty of hot water from the shower. Fresh towels midweek. Lots of local recommendations. A great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

jonathan

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service
Good location very close to town centre. Really good breakfast. Great value
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Judith

Liked: Room comfort

Okay.

It was a room above a small pub. Very good breakfast, decor from 1985, tea and coffee not replenished, no teaspoon. Bedroom clean and comfortable. Overpriced.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great helpful friendly staff !! Nice cosy tidy room as well and convenient for a beautiful town !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Basic but convenient

I was just in town for the evening and a basic room was all I needed. This place fit the bill. You get what you pay for. Will probably stay again next time I am in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for a night while passing through. Initially attracted by the price which was a little cheaper than others in the area and I try to stay in pubs where possible rather than budget chain hotel type places. Found the whole experience to be really lovely. The room was basic, pretty much as I had expected but was clean throughout and had all the amenities I really needed: tea & coffee, towels, en-suite & shower. Couldn't ask for more really. Staff were friendly and welcoming as was the atmosphere in the bar below. No food available in the evening but there are plenty of places to eat nearby so you're really spoiled for choice. Breakfast was at 8:30 and a full English which was really tasty. It set me up for the day. If you need a simple bed in a warm, friendly environment you need look no further.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024