Situated in the heart of coastal Suffolk, our Grade II listed hotel, bar and restaurant is steeped in history. We’ve even entertained royalty, with King George II resting his head here in 1737. Today, when you stay in one of our unique, coastal heritage themed rooms, you can expect a royal welcome of your own from our guest services team.
We’re ideally situated for exploring Suffolk’s beautiful maritime heartland, with resorts like Aldeburgh and Southwold nearby. You’ll also find Framlingham Castle, many historic market towns and countless beauty spots within easy reach when you make The Bell Hotel Saxmundham your luxury base for an unforgettable Suffolk coastal visit.
From Suffolk’s finest farms to your fork, and from the sea to your plate, we work with the best local producers to offer you an unforgettable dining experience. That’s why The Bell Hotel is the place of choice for travellers looking to discover the authentic – and delicious – taste of Suffolk.
Looking to relax and replenish after a day’s sightseeing, unwind after a business trip, or simply passing through? Then pull up a stool at the bar, recline with friends in one of our cosy nooks, and make yourself at home – there’s space for everyone here, and we can’t wait to see you.
We know it can be difficult finding a dog-friendly hotel that also offers a luxurious guest experience. Fortunately, here at the Bell Hotel, we love dogs so much that we’ve created two dog-friendly hotel rooms for you and your four-legged friend to enjoy. After all, there’s so many walks around here, it would be a pity not to bring your pooch along.
The Bell Hotel is owned by Beales Hotels, a unique business which has passed through nine generations of the Beale family. Founded in 1769, it also currently operates a luxury four-star hotel, West Lodge Park, near North London and Hertfordshire.
There’s nothing quite like a stay at The Bell Hotel, where you’ll feel like part of our family as soon as you walk through the door.
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“We could wait for this hotel to reopen had a lovely Sunday lunch with our friends what lovely waiting staff so friendly we loved it”
“I've been a fan of The Bell for years, and it's great to see it fully restored and back in business. The decor is amazing—it's like being transported to a different time. And the food is just as delicious as ever. The hotel room was beautiful and the bed was so comfortable. Can't wait to come back in the New Year.”
“This is a gem of a hotel & restaurant. The staff were really friendly and helpful and couldn't have been more welcoming. The menu offered a number if dishes that I would have loved to try - the ones I did have were superb, and generously portioned. Our room was spacious, clean and comfortable. Would highly recommend a stay here if you're in the area.”
“The Bell is back and it's better than ever! I love the new bar area, the food is delicious, and the service is great. I really feel like this place has a lot of potential to be a big hit.”
As you may have noticed, The Bell Hotel is currently under renovation.
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