Does The Ship at Dunwich offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Ship at Dunwich does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Ship at Dunwich?

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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Ship at Dunwich?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ship at Dunwich?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Ship at Dunwich and nearby?

The Ship at Dunwich has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Ship at Dunwich?

Yes, The Ship offers British cuisine.

What's the area around The Ship at Dunwich like?

The Ship at Dunwich is on Dunwich Heath and Beach, and a short 1-minute walk from Dunwich Museum.

The Ship at Dunwich, Saxmundham: Hotel Reviews, Rooms & Prices

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 31, 2025

This is an old building very well looked after, clean throughout, excellent menu, staff works hard and are accommodating, we will be coming back, thank you

Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 28, 2025

Stay here!

Everything great, no complaints, staff lovely, highly recommended, Hope can return for another stay

Jo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 1, 2024

Great stay, very convenient for beach. Lovely food, very friendly service

Frances, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Jan 19, 2025

Bedroom was clean, location good. Staff subdued, food below average.

christian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Apr 13, 2025

shower was a bit low.Difficult to find plugs for recharging phone Staff were great nd helpful

susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 14, 2024

Had a really great stay. Fab location, comfortable room and great staff. Thank you!

Elinor, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 28, 2024

Get away break

Excellent food, friendly staff and a cosy relaxed environment. Great location for walking.

Jo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 24, 2024

Perfect weekend

We had the most lovely weekend away and loved everything about the hotel. The staff, service, food and room were all exceptional. We can’t wait to return again in the summer.

Fern, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Dec 28, 2023

Very friendly staff, both at reception and behind the bar and at breakfast. Dining room could have been a little warmer, though.

Raymond, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 18, 2023

Great staff and quirky outside spaces

Delia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 24, 2024

Wonderful place

The Ship is in a quiet country lane 2 minutes from a fabulous beach. The staff are friendly and helpful, the room was really lovely, the bed so comfortable and ours had a beautiful view across the fields. We had dinner which was delicious too. A really peaceful place to stay.

Jill, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Mar 4, 2024

Very good and friendly staff throughout our stay. A special thank you to Brenda for her dedication. If this is the standard of all the Chestnut Inns then we shall seek them out for our leisure breaks in East Anglia

Stephen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 7, 2023

Charming hotel in the beach

Great hotel, pleasant staff in a wonderful location. Unfortunately there was a problem with the gas when we stayed so there was no hot water and the food choice was limited. On checkout the hotel generously discounted the bill.

John, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 12, 2023

Lovely hotel, facilities in room were quite basic. But it was clan and comfortable

Elizabeth, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 16, 2023

Hi hotel is in a lovely location however the hotel itself needs some tlc. The main bar area had huge cobwebs and our en-suite had a terrible smell. The staff were all really pleasant and our dinner and breakfast were good but I felt considering the cost per night it wasn’t to the standard we were expecting.

Fiona, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 11, 2023

Staff were very co-operative finding an alternative room to the one originally allocated to us as the room was not suitable for my wife as she is disabled. Meant having a smaller room but it was ok for our one night stay. Food was very good.

Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 26, 2024

Friendly old country pup with modern rooms

Lovely rambling country pub with modern rooms. The staff were very friendly and helpful, we really felt welcome. Inside and outside dining with courtyard area and beer garden. I liked the slightly quirky building with several small dining rooms. Food was good and typical pub prices. The location is very quiet and nearby houses are hidden away. It’s only about 3 minutes walk to a fantastic beach, 5 minutes to the parish church and under 8 minutes to a monastery ruin. There is even a local museum a few houses up from the pub. It was a perfect way to spend a beautiful summers evening. We enjoyed our visit and would consider staying there again.

Eamonn, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Jul 2, 2024

We have stayed at this property many times and have always enjoyed it for its position. Slightly disappointed this time as I paid for a superior room and I am not sure that is what we had. It was ok but not as nice as the other rooms we have had before. The service in the bar area was also very slow as it was not permanently managed.

stephen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Mar 8, 2024

Lovely stay but not 5 star .

We stayed for one night and the room and bathroom was very clean and all members of the staff were both very helpful and polite. Did not get 5 stars due to the smell we found in the bathroom. When the shower door was opened there was a bad drain smell that made it difficult to have a shower. It was mentioned on our departure and was noted but nothing came our way .

1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 22, 2024

A nice stay but a few things could’ve been improved. Food was lovely and staff were friendly. However they just don’t have enough staff so the service was really slow. The room wasn’t great for the money we paid either. It was overlooked a bit and next to the kitchen so outside was a bit scruffy. The toilet was broken too and my husband had to fix it. Parking was a bit of an issue too. When we arrived we couldn’t even get a space on the same road. Lovely location though as walkable to beach.

Anna, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Aug 5, 2024

Staff are wonderful. More thought needs to be put into how guests can store their belongings as space is so limited. Huge bedside lamps aren’t great when you have a book, reading glasses, phone and water by the bed - equally having a extra large kettle, tray, tea and coffee tins and jars taking up the whole surface of the desk is not useful. The same applies to the bathroom - at the very least provide a toothbrush holder and a shelf to store bathroom bits and pieces, we had to place our washing bags on the floor. More hanging hooks are also needed -

Jennifer, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 18, 2023

Overall very nice. Bedroom very small but better furniture placement could help with that. Room felt a bit dungeon like with the high windows. Bath tub needed re-grouting and a non-slip bath mat should be made available. Cobwebs on front door weren’t too welcoming. Just a little shabby overall. Location wonderful. Relaxing and peaceful. And the fish and chips were just not good :-(

Rebecca, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Oct 28, 2024

We stayed as part of our honeymoon and I had requested a bottle of prosecco in the room prior to arrival (for £30) which did not happen. The room was ok (off the carpark) and food was good but the service from staff although friendly was very slow. The bar often didn't have anyone behind it (out the back in the kitchen) and once we'd finished our mains the plates were not collected and we gave up on trying to order a desert and then waited at the bar to settle our bill. Also, we waited to check out as there was nobody at the desk. It was a real shame as this hotel and restaurant has everything as it is in a perfect location with great walks and that's why we chose it for part of our honeymoon. Service and little details make a big difference and this hotel could easily move from being average to fantastic with a few minor tweaks and attention to detail !

Simon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 10, 2024

Great getaway. Highly recommended!

My partner and I recently enjoyed a delightful 2-night stay at The Ship Inn, and it exceeded all expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by warm and welcoming staff who made us feel right at home. The accommodation was not only spotlessly clean but also charmingly quirky, adding a unique touch to our stay. Despite being mid-week, the pub buzzed with activity, filled with friendly locals that added to the cozy atmosphere. We made an advance dinner reservation at the dining area and were impressed by the menu selection and the quality of the food. Both the restaurant and pub staff were incredibly attentive and professional throughout our meal, ensuring a memorable experience. Breakfast was a treat with a nice selection of options available, all served to our table by cheerful staff, which was a lovely touch compared to self-serve setups. The location of The Ship Inn, just a stone's throw from the beach, was an added bonus, allowing us to enjoy leisurely strolls by the seaside. Overall, we felt incredibly well looked after during our stay and cannot wait to return. The Ship Inn truly offers a perfect blend of comfort, hospitality and charm, making it an ideal choice for a relaxing getaway. Highly recommended!

Adrian, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Apr 9, 2025

Good for evening meal

Check in was not good, we had booked a snug room as we have a dog, it had been described as a courtyard room, it was upstairs! When I questioned it the man said oh you booked through experience & he pulled a face. The bar man told us where to go for breakfast. Sink in our room filled up with water although the plug wasn’t in it .could have been a bit cleaner . Evening meal was very nice, breakfast was a bit hit & miss

Jonathan, 1-night trip

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