Woodbridge is close to the Suffolk coast, but not actually on it — which might explain why it’s not a more prominent destination for a Suffolk escape. It's a historic riverside market town, on the river Deben, with a vibrant regular produce market, and is very close to one of the UK’s most prominent Anglo-Saxon archaeological sites: the excavated burial mounds of Sutton Hoo. Our recommendations for the best places to stay in Woodbridge are ideal for a short break or escape from London, with features like great bars and restaurants; spa facilities; and delicious breakfasts.

Most of the treasures of Sutton Hoo reside in the British Museum, but Woodbridge still has a great little museum. Even though many of their items are replicas, it’s still a fascinating way to spend a couple of hours. The town is also a lovely place for a stroll, admiring the Tudor, Georgian, Regency and Victorian architecture. Woodbridge is situated on the edge of the Suffolk Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with a plethora of wildlife and walking trails to be discovered; moreover it has a fascinating tide mill that’s a very short walk from the centre of town.  This is the perfect spot for a peaceful, and rejuvenating break, and welcomes visitors year round. 

The Best Places to Stay in Woodbridge

For a Country Escape

• Kesgrave Hall is a handsome Georgian house, converted into a charming, 23 room hotel, with a bustling bar and brasserie, and a destination spa. The largest rooms have roll-top baths and garden views. The restaurant and bar are busy with Ipswich locals, as well as guests, on the weekend. 
• Seckford Hall is a majestic, Elizabethan building, set in beautiful manicured gardens, and now transformed into an elegant, 32-room hotel. The best rooms are adorned with antiques — including four-poster beds — and charming original features, and even the simplest have plenty of space and country charm. The spa, with its pool and treatment rooms, and the bar and restaurants are very much the icing on the cake. A luxurious-feeling getaway.

For Families

• The Ufford Park Resort is a stylish hotel, complete with a spa and 18 hole golf course. It is set in 120 sprawling acres of mature parkland, so the views for the 90 rooms and suites are green and leafy. This is a fantastic hotel for golfers, and a great hotel for non-golfers — golfers can enjoy a two-tier driving range and the course, everyone else can make good use of the pool and/or spa, and fantastic grounds! The food and location are excellent, and the hotel has some excellent family-friendly accommodations.

Best Pubs-with-Rooms

• The Crown at Woodbridge is a chic gastropub, with ten rooms. The decor feels quite contemporary — especially in the pub, and there’s a cool bar with a fantastic range of locally made ales. There’s a surprising amount of seafood on the menu, and the atmosphere in the restaurant is relaxed and romantic. Close to Sutton Hoo.

Best B&Bs

• Hill House Hall is an historic B&B, with two rooms that date back to the 14th century, and one that’s practically new. In the older two rooms, guests will discover exposed beams and huge hearths, and in the newer one, cosiness and country-style decor. A delicious breakfast is served in the original medieval kitchen. Adults only.

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Travel Information

• It you're travelling to Woodbridge from London, you can catch the train at Liverpool Street for Ipswich, and change there for Woodbridge. Woodbridge’s closest airports are those in London, with London City Airport and London Stansted marginally more convenient.
• If you want to hire a car we recommend you visit our online partner, Rentalcars.
• Woodbridge is known for its exceptionally warm, and dry, summers, and this is one of the best times to visit, though also the most popular time. Visitors are famously just eight miles from the coast, and Woodbridge’s river walk, and quay are at their most charming in the finer weather.

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