Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 48 reviews.
Christopher
United Kingdom · Couple · September 2026
“Fascinating”
James
United Kingdom · Couple · July 2026
“Fantastic stay, really different feel, would go back.”
+Lovely remote location, close to the coast , loads of wildlife to see. Great comfortable room.
−Aspects of the room were a touch dusty but not unclean.
Sarah
United Kingdom · Solo · July 2026
+Lovely peaceful location
Donna
United Kingdom · Group of friends · June 2026
“A comfortable night's sleep embracing the natural surroundings”
+Bawdsey Hall is located on the Suffolk Coast Path making it a useful resting point for walkers. The area is picturesque with plenty of wildlife to spot. The host was friendly and accommodating, and the room was comfortable with amenities you'd expect to find in most hotels/B&Bs. Breakfast is served in your room.
−The Hall is part of a collection of other properties so the entrance isn't immediately obvious, especially since, when we visited, it was full of props from their second business. A more obvious sign and decluttered porch would help. The interior itself is a little tired and while this is obviously an old building, it just felt like it could do with a little love. It's also nowhere near any amenities so make sure you do some research beforehand for a taxi service and opening times of local establishments if you're not driving.
Gail
United Kingdom · Solo · June 2026
“Fabulous nature viewing opportunites, very nice room, some things could be improved”
+I would describe the BnB as quirky. I didn't have the breakfast, which was part of the cost, so I cannot comment on the ground-floor public facilities other than the entrance hall. My room was spacious and very nicely decorated, with lovely linens and towels. The outlook from my big window was superb, overlooking the garden. David does Photography courses and has a hide/hides in his land with spotlights onto feeding stations. These are about 50 yards from the building and pointed down onto the station, so there was no light disturbance to my room. I was fascinated to actually watch what turned up, as on my first night, there were apparently photographers in the hide all night and I saw deer and tawny owls. I had a large bathroom to myself and useful amenities such as cotton wool make-up removal pads and shower gel/cream provided. I found the location superb as I was working just a mile along the road. Generally, it is remote, but if you like nature, countryside and exploring, it is a wonderful location. Bawdsey Beach and surrounding villages provide excellent walking opportunities, and East Lane, Bawdsey has history and nature opportunities galore. Bawdsey Radar Station is very clo
−Because I was to be arriving quite late on my first night, I had managed to collect my keys and check in earlier in the day. But when I arrived and tried to get in, the front door is a heavy oak door with heavy rustic handle/fittings, which I struggled to turn and was unsure if I was doing something wrong. Despite phoning and sending a message to David, I got no reply and panicked a bit. In the end, it was simply that the door handle needs a lot of strength to turn (Im no weakling)! I respect that there should be no shoes worn once you get inside, and the carpets are cream coloured and lovely upstairs, but the entrance hall flooring is not very clean, nor the carpet up the first flight of stairs, and walking over it in clean socks or bare feet was not the greatest. There are tea/coffee makings in the room; the kettle had a leak, and there were no cups/mugs or teaspoons. David arrived at the bnb around an hour after me and provided me with a mug. There was, however, a fresh teabag lying on the windowsill in the bathroom next to the toilet! The bathroom windows don't appear to open; one was fixed open a couple of inches due to the plant growing up the wall outside. The bedroom window
Anne
United Kingdom · Couple · June 2026
“A good place to relax.”
+Really lovely setting. Fantastic room with a comfy bed. Great to see the wild life in the garden. A good place to get away from things.
−Nothing.
Sarah
United Kingdom · Couple · February 2026
“Comfortable stay in beautiful surroundings”
+Really lovely place to stay. Unfortunately, we were only there for one night but we will definitely return to do some of the lovely walks around the property and maybe do some of the wildlife experiences. Beautiful house and a very comfortable night stay thank you so much.
Clive
United Kingdom · Solo · October 2025
+The room was comfortable and everything was well presented. It has a focus for travellers interested in wildlife and offers more than just accommodation. I would recommend this accommodation for its target market.
−The bathroom facilities were not ensuite. There was a private bathroom opposite the room off the main hall way, which is inconvenient and unlikely to be acceptable for some travellers. As a B&B, there are no dinner facilities, but facilities are available (and detailed in the information provided in the room) within driving distance. The roads are rural, so care is required walking along these types of road in an evening without street lighting or pavements, etc. I found communication difficult with the accommodation. Contact was through the booking portal, e-mail or a mobile phone number, which usually went through to voicemail.
Linda
United Kingdom · Group of friends · September 2025
“Convenient as on the Suffolk Coastal path”
+The beds were very comfortable & lovely bathrobes were provided. This is a quirky old property in a lovely setting. Nice view whilst eating breakfast in our room.
−There was a lack of communication- messages weren’t responded to. The property is old & under renovation- and we were there on a stormy night so it was draughty
Kathryn
United Kingdom · Family · August 2025
“Beautiful location, very comfortable bed and helpful host”
+The location was ridiculously beautiful. Like staying in a nature reserve, but in luxury! Our host was fantastic, very helpful and friendly.