Curated pet friendly hotels in Suffolk

When you stay at The Brudenell Hotel in Aldeburgh, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Moot Hall and Aldeburgh Golf Club. This beach hotel is 23.7 mi (38.1 km) from Southwold Beach and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Thorpeness & Aldringham Heritage Centre.

• 18-hole golf course
• Elemis spa
• Close to Norwich

Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort, has been serving as a country retreat in some way, shape or form since 1859. It sits in 150 acres, on the outskirts of Norwich. You can reach the city centre, with its cathedral, castle and popular market within 15 minutes’ drive. But there are plenty of reasons not to leave.

Starting with an 18-hole golf course and a 22-bay floodlit driving range for practising your swing. There’s also an Elemis spa and a health club with an indoor pool, steam room and sauna. The trio of dining spots includes a Bar & Lounge and Bunkers Bar, by the golf course, where you can grab sandwiches and lighter dishes, as well as hearty mains. The Brasserie Restaurant serves the likes of pork belly, goat’s cheese risotto and baked cod fillet, all in sight of the hotel’s beautiful gardens.

As for rooms, the ones in the main house are the best. They flaunt original features and extra perks, like a complimentary minibar, Nespresso coffee machine and fluffy robes. Lots of the rooms come with views of the countryside or golf course, as well.

A stay at Holiday Inn Norwich by IHG places you in the heart of Norwich, within a 10-minute drive of Norwich Theatre Royal and The Forum. This spa hotel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Norwich Cathedral and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Norwich Castle.

Located in Burnham-on-Crouch, Creeksea Place Barns is a 5-minute drive from Ramblers Stadium and 6 minutes from Mangapps Railway Museum. This spa hotel is 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from St. Peter-on-the-Wall and 12.4 mi (20 km) from Marsh Farm Country Park.

When you stay at Holiday Inn Southend by IHG in Southend-on-Sea, you'll be near the airport, within a 5-minute drive of Rollacity and Roots Hall Stadium. This eco-friendly hotel is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Southend University Hospital and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Prittlewell Priory.

With a stay at Holiday Inn Norwich City by IHG, you'll be centrally located in Norwich, steps from Carrow Road and within a 5-minute walk of Norfolk Broads. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Norwich Riverside Walk and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Norwich Cathedral.

Situated in Worlington, 21 km from The Apex, Worlington Hall features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 24 km from Ickworth House.

Some rooms also boast a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven.

At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving American, British and French cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

University of Cambridge is 36 km from Worlington Hall, while Audley End House is 46 km from the property. London Stansted Airport is 70 km away.

Situated in Brome near Diss on the Norfolk-Suffolk border, The Oaksmere sits within 17 acres of scenic grounds and offers free on-site parking.

Each room features a Hypnos bed, Nespresso coffee machine and a large Sky HD TV. Luxury Elemis toiletries and towels are provided with the en suite bathrooms.

The Oaksmere restaurant serves a variety of freshly prepared meals made from seasonal ingredients. Diners can also enjoy their food on the property’s impressive terrace and have pre-drinks overlooking the extensive grounds.

The city of Norwich and the Norfolk Broads can both be reached in less than an hour’s drive and offer a wealth of activities.

With a stay at Chantry Hotel in Bury St Edmunds, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of St Mary's Church and Greene King Brewery. This guest house is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Theatre Royal and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from St Edmundsbury Cathedral.

Set in Rickinghall and with The Apex reachable within 26 km, The Bell Inn, Rickinghall offers a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar. The property is situated 33 km from Ickworth House, 16 km from Eye Castle and 23 km from Thetford Castle Hill. St Edmundsbury Cathedral is 24 km away and Dunston Hall is 37 km from the inn.

At the inn, all rooms include a desk and a TV. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All guest rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle.

The Bell Inn, Rickinghall offers a children's playground.

Framlingham Castle is 38 km from the accommodation, while Saint Botolph's Burgh is 38 km from the property. Norwich International Airport is 50 km away.

Just metres from the river in Burnham-on-Crouch, The Oyster Smack Inn has an on-site bar, free Wi-Fi and free parking. It dates back to the 1800s, and is known for its fantastic food.

The restaurant’s chef has worked in Jamie Oliver’s first restaurant, as well as Gorden Ramsey’s 3 Michelin Starred establishment. The diverse menu features Asian influences and British classics, with food made from seasonal produce.

Rooms at The Oyster Smack Inn are individually designed, and each benefits from a flat-screen TV and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries. Tea and coffee making facilities with fresh milk are also provided.

The coast at Southend is just 25 miles away, and the centre of Chelmsford can be reached in 40 minutes’ drive. Historic Colchester can also be reached in less than an hour by car.

Located in Bury St Edmunds, Six Bells is a 5-minute drive from Flo-ridaz Hovercraft and 5 minutes from Rougham Control Tower Aviation Museum. This inn is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Bradfield Woods and 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Smith’s Row.

Located in Newmarket, The Three Blackbirds is within a 10-minute drive of National Stud and National Horseracing Museum. This inn is 15.8 mi (25.4 km) from Addenbrooke's Hospital and 4.4 mi (7 km) from Newmarket Racecourse.

Located just 1 mile from Thetford Forest Park, the Bridge Hotel Brandon offers bed and breakfast accommodation, free WiFi and rowing boats for hire. This cycle-friendly property benefits from stunning riverside views.

All the en suite rooms at the Bridge Hotel Brandon feature a 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels and tea/coffee making facilities. A hairdryer and free toiletries are included.

A hearty full English breakfast is served every morning in the riverside conservatory dining room. Guests staying in the Brewery House Annexe can take breakfast in the main hotel which is just a two minute walk across the bridge.

Guests can relax in the garden, and hire a boat in the summer season. A bike shed with lockable bike storage is available.

Brandon Rail Station is only 5 minutes’ stroll away. Both Norwich and Cambridge are within a 50-minute drive.

Located in Brandon, 27 km from The Apex, The Ram Inn provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers free WiFi. Weeting Castle is 2.8 km away and Thetford Castle Hill is 12 km from the hotel.

The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. All units include a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries.

Ickworth House is 32 km from The Ram Inn, while Houghton Hall is 48 km away. Norwich International Airport is 63 km from the property.

Located in Sudbury, The Black Lion, Long Melford is a 4-minute walk from Melford Hall and a 5-minute drive from Kentwell Hall. This inn is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Gainsborough's House and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Giffords Hall Vineyard.

With a stay at The Black Bull Inn in Cambridge, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Addenbrooke's Hospital and Chilford Hall Vineyard. This inn is 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Imperial War Museum Duxford and 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from University of Cambridge.

Set in Theberton, 22 km from Framlingham Castle, The Eelsfoot inn offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service. The property is non-smoking and is situated 32 km from Bungay Castle.

At the hotel, every room has a desk and a flat-screen TV. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at The Eelsfoot inn also provide guests with free WiFi.

The breakfast offers Full English/Irish, vegetarian or vegan options.

Saint Botolph's Burgh is 33 km from the accommodation, while Eye Castle is 40 km away. Norwich International Airport is 72 km from the property.