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Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel

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#12 of 18 hotels in Ipswich
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We are an 88 Bedroom Hotel set in our own grounds but only a 5 minute Drive into Ipswich Town centre. The Manor House section of the Hotel is the original part of the building dating back to the 16th century and a lot of the original fittings still remain and this is also the location of the Restaurant . We also have the leisure centre which is free to use for all guests this includes Swimming Pool, Steam room, Jacuzzi, Gym and treatments are available by prior arrangement.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Taxi service
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Wifi
Hot bath
Pool / beach towels
Indoor pool
Heated pool
Fitness / spa changing rooms
Sauna
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Facial treatments
Head massage
Massage
Salon
Steam room
Non-smoking hotel
24-hour front desk
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Iron
Flatscreen TV
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Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
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Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Residential Neighbourhood
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English
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AllKaz wrote a review 13 Mar
Newmarket, United Kingdom23 contributions44 helpful votes
Satisfactory comfortable clean hotel. Scrumptious filling breakfast. Pool area doesn't have enough loungers. It seems that Spa guests are able to claim these with towels then attend a massage or whatever and return an hour or so later. Front facade and grounds of hotel very pleasant with the interior corridors etc nicely furnished and appointed.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: There were lockers in the changing rooms for the pool despite being told there weren't. Breakfast...
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Responded 6 days ago
Dear Allkaz, Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you found our hotel satisfactory, comfortable, and clean. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our scrumptious breakfast - we aim to provide a satisfying start to your day. We appreciate your comments regarding the pool area. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience you experienced. We take guest feedback seriously and will address this concern with our team to ensure a more equitable distribution of loungers in the future. We're pleased that you found our front facade and grounds pleasant, and that you appreciated the interior furnishings and appointments. It's our goal to create a welcoming and relaxing environment for all our guests. Once again, thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another enjoyable stay. Warm regards, Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel Team
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Debbie W wrote a review 11 Mar
Essex, United Kingdom29 contributions37 helpful votes
I just had a lovely two nights here.. a real treat as a gift to stay on my own from my husband and children for Mother’s Day. This hotel is friendly and welcoming . The hotel is really clean and the restaurant/ bar a relaxing environment . The food is of a very nice standard , good choice and available all day . Lovely coffee from the bar . The spa is of a high standard.. the room I was in for a massage was lovely . My therapist was Gloria .. lovely woman who really knows her job . I would highly recommend her . Other comments on here say the rooms are a little dated . I’d agree with that but it doesn’t take away from the fact that you have everything you need and it was very clean . I found it very cozy .. just what I needed for the rest I had here . I would also prefer mattress protectors ..I don’t want to moan but this should really be something as standard . This was the only minus for me . I had a wonderful time .. I sat around the pool with books and magazines , had a massage and good food . A weekend of bliss . Thank you so much . Will definitely be back .
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Responded 1 week ago
Dear Debbie, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that you had such a lovely weekend during your stay. It was truly our pleasure to host you for Mother's Day, and we're thrilled that you found our hotel, restaurant, and spa to your liking. We're especially glad to hear that you enjoyed your massage with Gloria. She is indeed a fantastic therapist, and we will be sure to pass on your kind words to her. Your compliments mean the world to us, and we're grateful for your recommendation. Regarding your feedback about the rooms, we appreciate your honesty. We constantly strive to improve our facilities and services, and your insights help us do just that. We'll definitely take your comments into consideration as we continue to enhance our accommodations. Thank you again for choosing to spend your weekend of bliss with us. We can't wait to welcome you back for another relaxing stay in the future! Warm regards, Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel Team
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Jason S wrote a review Feb 2024
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Great hotel and value Thoroughly recommend Darren on night shift friendly and amazing as are all staff Great spa pool jacuzzi steam and sauna too Lovely food at breakfast and dinner Thoroughly recommend if staying near Ipswich for a break or spa day
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled on business
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Responded 2 weeks ago
Dear Jason, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that you found our hotel superb, great value, and that you thoroughly recommend it. It brings us immense joy to know that Darren and the rest of our staff made such a positive impression on you during your stay. We pride ourselves on our friendly and attentive service, and it's fantastic to hear that they contributed to making your experience amazing. We're delighted that you enjoyed our spa facilities, including the pool, jacuzzi, steam room, and sauna, as well as the delicious food served at breakfast and dinner. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we are grateful for your kind words. We hope to welcome you back for another stay with us! Warm regards, Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel Team
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Lydia B wrote a review Feb 2024
Northamptonshire, United Kingdom55 contributions9 helpful votes
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Husband booked a junior suite for a night away as a present for us. Reception area was lovely, parking was sufficient. Check in process was smooth and staff friendly. We used the pool/spa which was also very nice, the pool was a lovely temperature and it is a very nice facility. Unfortunately the decor in the room and some of the fixtures were dated and disappointing for the price paid. The balcony was dirty and littered with cigarette butts, rattan furniture outside the rooms below was broken and stained. The balcony door did not close properly and wires were visible on one of the light fixtures. The bed was a nice size and comfortable. We had drinks at the bar again was a nice area. Unfortunately would not return because the rooms did not live up to the standard of the rest of the hotel, interestingly on booking.com the rooms are not pictured until you look at 60+ other photos first.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 4 weeks ago
Dear Lydia, Thank you for your detailed feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our reception area, parking, check-in process, and spa facilities. We appreciate your comments about the room decorations and fixtures. We will share your feedback with our team to make necessary improvements. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future. Regards, Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel
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Joe M wrote a review Jan 2024
Dublin, Ireland3 contributions3 helpful votes
Honestly, a really poor hotel to arrive to. The bar restaurant was essentially the lobby. Food mediocre. Quilt on bed super thin. Everything about the hotel says super cheap. I won’t be back. This hotel has great potential as it looks like a period building close to centre of Ipswich. But avoid. Not worth it. Underinvested. Big Plus, staff are genuinely good.
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled on business
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Responded 1 Feb 2024
Dear Mr. Joe, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We appreciate your honest opinion and are sorry to hear that your experience at our hotel fell short of your expectations. We understand your concerns about the bar restaurant and the overall ambiance. We take your comments seriously and will definitely consider them as we continuously work towards improving our services. However, we are glad to hear that our staff made a positive impression on you. We hope you would give us another chance in the future to provide you with a better experience. Regards, Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel Team
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Dezmond wrote a review Jan 2024
13 contributions6 helpful votes
Stay here regular and adore the place. The staff are fantastic, the food is perfect, I could literally live here. The pool and spa I could sit all day at. I have to pick my son up from Braintree in Essex and when we stay local we will book here. Looking forward to visiting in the summer for an extended stay
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 22 Jan 2024
Dear Mr. William, We greatly appreciate your perfect review and positive feedback. We look forward to serving you again! Thank you. Best regards, Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel Team
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Samantha B wrote a review Jan 2024
Chelmsford, United Kingdom10 contributions1 helpful vote
Excellent value for money. Pleasant spa area. Meal was nice. Can’t complain for the price. A male staff member was most helpful when I ended up licking my key inside my locker! He was super respectful of the fact their may be ladies changing etc and waited until an appropriate moment to release my items.
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Parking on site. They give you towels for spa but not robes and slippers, so bring these if you...
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Responded 7 Jan 2024
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your positive feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us. It's great to know that you found our services to be excellent value for money and that the spa area was pleasant. We also appreciate your kind words about our male staff member who assisted you with the locker situation. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future and appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience with us online. Regards, Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel
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slboy wrote a review Dec 2023
Church Stretton, United Kingdom326 contributions122 helpful votes
Great place , pleasant reception, stuff are always pleasant and say hello, room was great, surprised by many peoples complaints about the hotel, mine was perfect day so much so I booked another night but sadly could not have the same room so had to move but there is no problem changing over and was able to get into the room within minutes of changing, yes, something need updating and repairing but we should not by any means stop anybody’s enjoyment of staying at the hotel
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 31 Dec 2023
Dear slboy, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience at our hotel. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay, from the pleasant reception to the welcoming staff and great room. It's heartening to know that you found the atmosphere enjoyable. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility when it came to changing rooms, and we're glad that the transition was smooth for you. Our team is always committed to ensuring our guests have a comfortable and pleasant stay, and it's fantastic to hear that we were able to meet your expectations. Your feedback about the need for updates and repairs is valuable to us, and we take it seriously. We are constantly working to improve our facilities to provide an even better experience for our guests. We truly appreciate your kind words and the fact that you chose to extend your stay with us. It means a lot to our team. We look forward to the opportunity of welcoming you back in the future and providing you with another enjoyable experience. Thank you for being our guest, and we hope to see you again soon. Best regards, Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel Team
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Greg C wrote a review Dec 2023
London, United Kingdom126 contributions38 helpful votes
We stayed at Belstead Manor Hotel on a Saturday as we were attending a Christmas party night. What struck me immediately was how clean the corridors were when we were walking to our room. We stayed in a superior double room 522 we were very pleased with our room it had a classy vintage feel to it. We visited the spa we enjoyed all the facilities especially the swimming pool and steam room. The breakfast was very good quality especially the sausages. Overall a wonderful stay and would not hesitate to stay here again when in the area. One slight criticism would be the shower which needs upgrading as the pressure was poor and only a trickle was coming from the shower.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Bring your swimming costumes as lovely pool area
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Responded 17 Dec 2023
Dear Greg, Dear Greg C, Thank you for choosing to stay at Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel and for sharing your positive experience with us. We are delighted to hear that you found the corridors to be clean and your superior double room had a classy vintage feel to it. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the spa facilities, particularly the swimming pool and steam room. We appreciate your compliments on the quality of breakfast, especially the sausages. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the shower pressure, and we will pass this information to our maintenance team for further review. We are constantly striving to improve our guests' experience, and your input is invaluable in helping us achieve that goal. Thank you again for your review and for considering staying with us again in the future. We look forward to welcoming you back. Regards Muthu Belstead Brook Team
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Lisa wrote a review Dec 2023
7 contributions1 helpful vote
I would just like to say that Sharon Parsons was so helpful with my booking amazing customer service fulfilled every need. I’m a very satisfied customer This is what great customer service looks like thank you so so much!
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Kamal Rijhwani, General Manager at Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel
Responded 11 Dec 2023
Dear Guest, Thank you for your positive review and recognition of our dedicated staff. We are delighted to hear that you were satisfied with your stay with us. We look forward to having you again. Regards, Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel
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£58 - £85 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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United KingdomEnglandEast AngliaSuffolkIpswich
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88
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Which popular attractions are close to Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Escape Ipswich (2.0 miles), Ipswich Escape Rooms (3.1 miles), and Partyman World of Play (2.3 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Ocean Fish Platter, 16 Steakhouse, and The Brook Inn.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to an indoor pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.
Does Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Are there any historical sites close to Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting St Peter's by the Waterfront (1.8 miles), Pykenham's Gatehouse (2.1 miles), and Jean Ingelow House and Archway (1.9 miles).
Is Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.