# 24 Family-friendly hotels in Ipswich (2026)

> 24 family-friendly hotels in Ipswich, best reviewed first — including The Railway Inn Westerfield. Ratings, locations and details.

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24 listed · best reviewed first

Updated 31 August 2026 · Ratings from Google · [All hotels and B&Bs in Ipswich](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels)

[Dog-friendly 5](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/dog-friendly) [Families 24](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/family-friendly)

[Ipswich The Railway Inn Westerfield ★ 4.5 (998) A traditional pub inn on Westerfield Road just outside Ipswich, with a garden, free parking and en-suite rooms above the bar.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/the-railway-inn-westerfield) [Ipswich Sorrel Horse Inn ★ 4.5 (982) A centuries-old inn on Old Norwich Road in Ipswich, pairing period character with en-suite comfort and free parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/sorrel-horse-inn) [Woodbridge Ufford Park Resort ★ 4.1 (1,749) Hotel near Ipswich with the Suffolk Coast National Nature Reserve close by, plus golf, a spa and indoor pool on site.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/ufford-park-resort) [Ipswich The Marquis ★ 4.5 (744) A central Ipswich hotel on Upper Street, within easy reach of the town's attractions and transport links, with free on-site parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/the-marquis) [Ipswich Novotel Ipswich Centre ★ 4.1 (1,214) A modern chain hotel in the town centre with spacious rooms, a fitness centre and on-site dining, a short walk from the station and shops.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/novotel-ipswich-centre) [Ipswich pentahotel Ipswich ★ 4.1 (1,207) A straightforward 126-room hotel on Ranelagh Road in Ipswich, suited to business stays and short breaks alike, with free parking and a spa.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/pentahotel-ipswich) [Ipswich Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre (Quayside) ★ 4.2 (955) A budget-friendly chain hotel opposite the Waterfront marina, with air-conditioned rooms and an all-day restaurant on site.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/premier-inn-ipswich-town-centre-quayside) [Ipswich Premier Inn Ipswich North ★ 4.2 (865) On Paper Mill Lane just north of Ipswich, this 90-room Premier Inn offers free parking and easy A14 access into Suffolk.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/premier-inn-ipswich-north) [Ipswich Holiday Inn Ipswich ★ 4.0 (1,210) Holiday Inn Ipswich is a 114-room hotel on London Road with a restaurant, bar and full breakfast, plus a pool and gym on site.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/holiday-inn-ipswich) [Ipswich Premier Inn Ipswich Chantry Park ★ 4.3 (677) Premier Inn Ipswich Chantry Park is a 74-room, two-storey hotel on Old Hadleigh Road with free on-site parking and easy access into Ipswich.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/premier-inn-ipswich-chantry-park) [Ipswich Belstead Brook Muthu Hotel ★ 3.9 (1,294) A period-style hotel set in gardens on Belstead Road, Ipswich, with 88 rooms, an indoor pool and spa just outside the town centre.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/belstead-brook-muthu-hotel) [Ipswich Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel ★ 3.9 (1,294) A country hotel built around a 16th-century hunting lodge, with an indoor pool, spa and extensive lawned gardens just south of Ipswich.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/muthu-belstead-brook-hotel) [Ipswich easyHotel Ipswich Town Centre ★ 4.0 (1,001) Budget hotel on Northgate St in Ipswich town centre, with 80 simple rooms and no-frills prices from £29.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/easyhotel-ipswich-town-centre) [Ipswich Travelodge Ipswich ★ 3.8 (941) Budget hotel in Ipswich near Neptune Marina with on-site dining and bar, 87 rooms, and chargeable parking close to shops and restaurants.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/travelodge-ipswich) [Ipswich Mermaid Ipswich by Marstons Inns ★ 4.5 (268) Historic pub hotel by Handforth Bridge in Ipswich, close to golf, fishing and local restaurants, with 28 character rooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/mermaid-ipswich-by-marstons-inns) [Ipswich Premier Inn Ipswich South ★ 4.2 (398) Premier Inn Ipswich South on Bourne Hill offers 36 en-suite rooms with free parking, handy for Ipswich Waterfront and Christchurch Mansion.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/premier-inn-ipswich-south) [Ipswich Best Western Claydon Hotel ★ 4.3 (346) Best Western Claydon Hotel is a 36-room country house hotel outside Ipswich with easy A14 access for Norwich and Cambridge day trips.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/best-western-claydon-hotel) [Ipswich Best Western Ipswich Hotel ★ 3.6 (821) A 4-star, 76-room hotel near Ipswich with its own restaurant, bar and breakfast service, plus spa facilities and free parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/best-western-ipswich-hotel) [Ipswich Beautiful Room Central Ipswich ★ 4.1 (217) A guest room on Burrell Road in central Ipswich, with a garden and easy walking distance to the town's bars and restaurants.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/beautiful-room-central-ipswich) [Ipswich Executive House - Central Ipswich ★ 4.1 (217) Modern guest accommodation on Burrell Road in central Ipswich, with parking and family rooms handy for exploring Suffolk.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/executive-house-central-ipswich) [Ipswich Lattice Lodge ★ 4.5 (128) A converted Edwardian house on Woodbridge Road offering ensuite rooms and self-catering stays, with parking and EV charging on site.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/lattice-lodge) [Ipswich Carlton Hotel ★ 4.0 (161) A straightforward 18-room hotel on Berners Street in central Ipswich, suited to business trips and short stays with free on-site parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/carlton-hotel) [Ipswich Bridge Guest House ★ 4.0 (147) Guest house in Ipswich with 12 rooms, free parking and a garden, close to Newton Green Golf Club and the town centre.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/bridge-guest-house) [Shotley Gate The Shipwreck Loft ★ 4.8 (40) A converted loft-style B&B at Shotley Marina near Ipswich, with sea views and free on-site parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/ipswich/hotels/the-shipwreck-loft)

## Quick answers

How many family-friendly hotels are there in Ipswich?+

We list 24 in Ipswich. The best-reviewed are shown first.

Which family-friendly hotels in Ipswich are best reviewed?+

By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: The Railway Inn Westerfield (4.5/5, 998 reviews), Sorrel Horse Inn (4.5/5, 982 reviews) and Ufford Park Resort (4.1/5, 1,749 reviews).

Is this list up to date?+

It is built live from our listings; ratings come from Google and each venue page shows when its details were last checked. Always confirm with the venue before travelling.