The Ickworth Hotel & Spa

3.5 star property

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Front of property
Lounge
Exterior
Front of property
Indoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bury St Edmunds, Bury St Edmunds, England, IP29 5QE
  • Place, Ickworth House
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Apex
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Bury St Edmunds Abbey
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

Dower House Three Bedroom Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Dower House Classic Room

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Dower House Cosy Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Cosy Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Dower House Two Bedroom Suite

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Dower House Two Bedroom Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

The Butlers Quarters

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Two bedroom Hervey Suite

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Attic Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Bury St Edmunds

The Ickworth Hotel & Spa places you next to Ickworth House and within a 10-minute drive of Suffolk Regiment Museum. This 38-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Ickworth House - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Apex - 10 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Bury St Edmunds Abbey - 11 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Newmarket Racecourse - 28 min drive - 20.9 miles
  • University of Cambridge - 55 min drive - 44.2 miles

Getting around

  • Stowmarket Station - 25 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Nutshell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Corn Exchange - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Ickworth Hotel & Spa

At The Ickworth Hotel & Spa, guests have access to an indoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and an outdoor tennis court. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include meeting rooms, a free kid's club, and an arcade/game room.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with DVD players. Other standard amenities include hair dryers, phones, and ironing boards.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor tennis court and an indoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 3 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body treatments.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • Conservatory
  • Fredericks

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Free children's club
  • Games
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Free children's club
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from December 8 2025 to July 13 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from December 8 2025 to July 13 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
  • Tennis courts
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding (children may not be eligible for free breakfast)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Property is also known as

Hotel Ickworth
Ickworth Hotel
Ickworth Hotel Bury St Edmunds
Ickworth Bury St Edmunds
The Ickworth Hotel Hotel
The Ickworth Hotel Bury St Edmunds
The Ickworth Hotel Hotel Bury St Edmunds

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of The Ickworth Hotel & Spa?

This hotel is located in Bury St Edmunds, just steps from Ickworth House. You'll also find Greene King Brewery and St Edmundsbury Cathedral within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Ickworth Hotel & Spa?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited parking, wheelchair-accessible parking is also available.

Is there a spa at The Ickworth Hotel & Spa?

Spa services at the hotel include deep-tissue massages, facials, and body treatments.

Does The Ickworth Hotel & Spa have a casino?

No, The Ickworth Hotel & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Ickworth Hotel & Spa?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Ickworth Hotel & Spa?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a garden-view restaurant plus some guestrooms include a garden view and a kitchenette.

Does The Ickworth Hotel & Spa have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Ickworth Hotel & Spa have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Ickworth Hotel & Spa has 2 restaurants, and serves free English breakfast each morning.

Does The Ickworth Hotel & Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Ickworth Hotel & Spa for a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The Ickworth Hotel & Spa have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Ickworth Hotel & Spa?

The closest major airport to The Ickworth Hotel & Spa is Cambridge (CBG), which is 26.3 mi away (51 minutes by car). Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is around 28.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Ickworth Hotel & Spa?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Ickworth Hotel & Spa that offer a balcony.

Does The Ickworth Hotel & Spa offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Ickworth Hotel & Spa.

The Ickworth Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 277 out of 451 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 451 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 451 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 451 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 451 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Pippa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room, restaurant and staff were fabulous, very welcoming Beautiful grounds perfect for our dog!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zakir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay for a birthday weekend! Charming, historic building with great hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was wonderful, staff were really friendly and helpful, had a lovely stay and will definitely come back soon
Louis loved his room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Delightful hotel and friendly helpful staff. Fab breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were always friendly and more than happy to help with amazing facilities for children and beautiful surroundings!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gillian

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

Great hotel

The staff were all very friendly, welcoming and attentive. Dinner & breakfast were excellent with clear gluten free options.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely warm pool, delightful surroundings and very pleasant staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All of the above! Friendly staff, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful stay. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, the kids loved it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So brilliantly set up to accommodate families. Delicious breakfast. Lovely pool.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting as part of a national trust estate Very nice guest areas for relaxing and dining nice indoor pool Excellent all round
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel - we had such a fabulous and relaxing stay, although brief - thank you so much to all the great professional and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Amenities
Comfortable stay in beautiful surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning place and scenery
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved it! Definitely will be going back for another stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyable stay friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel good food and very friendly helpful staff, highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John

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

good

very friendly warm welcome comfy clean room gorgeous grounds
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A magical place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023