Orwell Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel in Felixstowe with 2 restaurants and a 24-hour front desk

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Front of property
Library
2 restaurants, breakfast served, British cuisine
Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Triple Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Hamilton Road, Felixstowe, England, IP11 7DX
  • Felixstowe Seafront Gardens
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Felixstowe Market
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Martello Tower
    ‪3 min drive‬

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Room options

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Twin room 1

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Luxury Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Felixstowe

Within a short walk of Felixstowe Seafront Gardens, Orwell Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of Ocean Boulevard Fun Park. This 60-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Felixstowe Seafront Gardens - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Felixstowe Market - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Martello Tower - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Felixstowe Ferry Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Landguard Fort - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Felixstowe Station - 3 min walk
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hamilton Fish and Chips - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Alex - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Grosvenor - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fish Dish - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Orwell Hotel

Hotel in Felixstowe with 2 restaurants and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Orwell Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, wedding services, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers are also standard.

Languages

English, Hindi, Moldovan, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 10.95 for adults and GBP 6.95 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Buttery
  • Westfield

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 10.95 for adults and GBP 6.95 for children

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Orwell Hotel FELIXSTOWE
Orwell FELIXSTOWE
Orwell Hotel Hotel
Orwell Hotel Felixstowe
Orwell Hotel Hotel Felixstowe

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Orwell Hotel?

Orwell Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Orwell Hotel?

This hotel is located in Felixstowe within a short 13-minute walk of Felixstowe Seafront Gardens. You'll also find Martello Tower and Suffolk Coast and Heaths within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Orwell Hotel?

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

Does Orwell Hotel feature a casino?

No, Orwell Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Orwell Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Orwell Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, 2 restaurants, and wedding services at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Orwell Hotel?

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

Does Orwell Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Orwell Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast on weekday mornings for a surcharge.

Will Orwell Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Orwell Hotel.

Does Orwell Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Orwell Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Orwell Hotel.

Does Orwell Hotel host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Orwell Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Orwell Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 539 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 539 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 539 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 539 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 539 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Karl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice size rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Martyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Lorraine

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lorraine

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

8/10 Good

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traditional hotel, good location and value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy to park onsite, short walk to town centre & beach. Clean rooms & very helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

It's like staying in your own stately home

A Really Relaxing stay in a perfect location with everything accessible within 10 minutes walking time. Friendly and professional staff with excellent customer service and perfect training. Ideal for a short break or a longer stay in a nice, quiet location but within 5 to 10 minutes walking distance of sea front, high street, cinema, train station and bus routes. For the more able walkers and sightseers there are excellent coastal paths and country walk. It's like staying in your own stately home but with the added comfort of peace of mind.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carole

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities
Worst hotel stay we have ever had. A much needed weekend break with a friend. Booked a twin room and was given a small double bed. Changed to a twin room and one bed had the springs showing through. Was then given another room. We were so cold overnight my friend slept with a polo neck under her pyjamas, her coat over her and her bath towel on top. The next morning there was no heating on and no hot water. It was too cold to have a shower. Told management and they said heating would be sorted. Breakfast was awful in an extremely cold dining room. We went into town and purchased some hot water bottles. No shower again before we went out for the evening as the water was cold and the room was really cold too. No heating again overnight or the next morning. Went to breakfast wearing our coats and took our hot water bottles with us. Awful,awful,awful. So disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

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

10/10 Excellent

robert

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

Excellent location

Restaurant was closed throughout, so manager gave us free breakfast every day - excellent customer service. Hotel well located for bus stops and train station. Friendly staff. Only criticism is allowing smokers to cluster outside the front door - gives a very bad impression, and floor is strewn with cigarette butts.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

Overnight stay Felixstowe

Clean tidy rooms, limited evening food options, help yourself breakfast Helpful staff, onsite parking Stayed before will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This is a lovely grand hotel which is in need of refurbishment. The rooms were clean and comfortable and spacious. There was good parking included. The breakfast buffet was ok but only had instant coffee. The staff were friendly and helpful. I understand it has just got new owners who have plans to upgrade. It has great potential.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Vanda

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in urgent need of refurbishment when the new owners take over.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Derek

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Same Orwell, needs TLC

Some of the hotel is good, but a lot hotel is run down and needs some TLC. Rooms are OK, cleaning should be better, especially the bath and surrounding areas. 2 tissues were placed in a holder, no cardboard box so I assume they were put in there by hand.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Lloyd

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Stay at Orwell not up to expectations

A group of 12 of us arrived on Friday evening Lovely large free carpark On entering the hotel it was stunning , very Grand & clean , a bit cold , but it was freezing outside & it is a large building We went to reception ,one person on desk, we booked in, went to us the lift, but it was out of action (out of action all weekend too) ,so we used the stairs , got to room opened the door , nice electronic key Room was quite spacious & looked clean, until we went into the bathroom , 1/4 of a toilet roll on holder but one on system .The floor was dirty with dust & bits everywhere ( see photo) Tiles around bath were dirty & needed a wipe down , hot water was good in our room, but others on our group said it was only Luke warm all weekend Bed was comfortable with bedding crisp & clean Tea & coffee in room was good Others in our group faired a lot worse than us , so we counted ourself lucky Went down to bar for a drink , I had pre warned them that lots of people would be using the bar over the weekend No lager on tap & poor choice of anything else across the board So luckily we had brought our own So we sat in the lounge drinking our own drink Breakfast was ok , would like some fruit & was constantly running out , but replaced when asked , if they had it So to sum up ; more cleaners needed & to up their game in all rooms The bar needs an overhaul Staff shortage was very evident Shame has it could be a lovely hotel with a bit more attention :-( Get in the hotel inspector
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Chipo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s good but it’s only that it is old
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

M

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Orwell Felixstowe

Its a nice enough hotel but i didnt have hot water in my room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfection
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025