The Thorpeness Hotel

THE HOURS FLY BY WHERE TIME STOOD STILL....Golf, Tennis,Boating,Cycling. A genuine seaside 'hidden gem' on the Suffolk Heritage Coast.Ideal for Couples, Families, Golfers, Corporate events.

Located adjacent to the Meare,golf course and gardens, and only a short walk from the beach, this hotel offers 30 large, well-decorated en-suite bedrooms. The village was originally built on the early 1900's as a holiday destination for coloniels and their families home on leave from the colonies. The hotel and village offers a traditioanl quirkiness which in recent years has been renovated and upgraded. The newly refurbished bar has comfortable Lloyd Loom furniture and an open log fire. The Patio Bar has also been upgraded and serves a selection of hot and cold dishes and beverages throughout the day.This is popular for lighter meals served up to 9pm.... The New Restaurant offers elegant dining enjoy traditional and contemporary dishes useing fresh local produce.For quiet momments try our drawing room or library. The sun terrace overlooks the lake and gardens, where until the end of October the hotel has rowing boats for hire. The Meare, inspired by J.M.Barries' Peter Pan story has islands to explore, a crocodile and Wendys' house to find. On cooler days it is the ideal spot for watching wildlife. A wonderful location to discover the Suffolk coast, excellent coastal walks, birds and wildlife,cycling,riding,clay shooting,tennis or just relax on the beach.Cycles may be hired from the hotel. Our own 18 hole golf course is one of the finest in East Anglia often compared to Woodhall Spa, a test for the experienced golfer.Golf at Thorpeness should be requested when making a reservation for accommodation. Subject to availability golf may also be played at Aldeburgh golf course. A valid handicap certificate is required at both courses, and terms and conditions apply. For lovers of out door pursuits Thorpeness is only 9 miles from one of the best shooting schools in the Uk. Highlodge at Hinton offers ideal facilites for the novice or experienced shooter. Tennis is on seven all weather courts at the Country Club. Only 4 miles from Minsmere RSPB centre one of the hot spots for birdwatching on the heritage coast. The hotel offers excellent meeting and conference facilities, coupled with a range of activites for team building and away days. Self catering available for couples and families.

18 hole Golf Course, A hearing iductio loop system i the hotel, All-weather Tenis court, Service dogs allowed, Audio equipment, Billiards / Snooker, Clay Shooting, Designated car parking spaces for guests with disabilities, Dry Cleaning / Laundry Service, Flip Charts, Hearing Impaired services, Internet access, Meeting Facilities, Pets are allowed.