The Best Hotels Closest to Alton Water in Ipswich for 2026

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A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

A multi-story building with a beige facade, a covered entrance, and a paved walkway leading to the entrance.

A bar area with wooden paneling, multiple hanging pendant lights, and a variety of bottles and alcohol displayed on shelves.

A building with a sign reading "The Smugglers Cove" and outdoor wooden picnic tables.

1. The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

11.4 mi from Alton Water

Caroline

$60 nightly

$71 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a large tree.

A restaurant with tables and chairs, hanging plants, and large windows.

A large, red brick building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with steps, and a well-maintained lawn in front.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

2. Wivenhoe House Hotel

10.5 mi from Alton Water

Steve

$133 nightly

$160 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

A restaurant with wooden tables and striped booths, framed pictures on the wall, and a bar area with a menu.

A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

3. Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside

5.4 mi from Alton Water

Stewart

$57 nightly

$68 total

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden cabinet, a desk, and a wall-mounted TV displaying "NETFLIX".

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, marble walls, and a black and gold tiled floor.

A building with a sign reading 'SARAH HOTEL' and 'RECEPTION' indicating the hotel's reception area.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wall paneling, a flat-screen TV displaying 'NETFLIX', and two white doors.

4. Sarah Hotel

5.4 mi from Alton Water

Josh

$62 nightly

$74 total

Nov 13 - Nov 14

Total with taxes and fees

A nighttime view of a pool area with lounge chairs, a bar area, and a building with large windows.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative mirror.

A bar area with shelves of various liquor bottles, a bottle of Moët & Chandon champagne, and a martini glass on the counter.

A modern dining area with a glass partition, a fireplace, and a television in the background.

5. Talbooth House & Spa

6.9 mi from Alton Water

Alan

$218 nightly

$262 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

A coastal beach scene with a clear walkway leading to the shore, a pier in the distance, and a few boats on the water.

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a tray of breakfast items, and a chair.

A spacious hotel lobby with a central seating area, a large window offering a view, and a green wall with a vertical garden.

A cozy living room with two patterned sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

6. Kingscliff Hotel

12.4 mi from Alton Water

Mark

$77 nightly

$93 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a TV. There is a window with curtains and a view of the outdoors.

A room with a bed, two chairs, a glass table, and a view of a grassy field through open windows.

A sign for 'The Folly' with a message for guests to check in at the bar.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush flower beds and a purple umbrella.

7. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

10.4 mi from Alton Water

Sharon

$104 nightly

$125 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoor area.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple parking spaces, and a clear sky.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

8. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

8.1 mi from Alton Water

Dawn

$57 nightly

$68 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a small window.

A sunset over a beach with a staircase leading down to the shore.

A room with a wooden door, a white table with a plant, a brown sofa, and a bed with a white headboard.

A gated entrance to a building with a sign indicating 'FRITON ESCAPES' and a direction to turn left.

9. Frinton Escapes

11 mi from Alton Water

Michele

$144 nightly

$173 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

A large house with a gravel driveway, a swimming pool, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by a low brick wall. There are several lounge chairs and a table with an umbrella.

A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror.

A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, and dining area.

10. Birds Farm

9.8 mi from Alton Water

Nicola

$105 nightly

$125 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a brick fireplace, two beds, a desk with a chair, and a television mounted on the wall.

A building with a sign reading "North Hill Hotel" and a pub sign below it.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in island, and a potted plant.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a potted plant, a printer, and a bowl on the counter.

11. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

11.9 mi from Alton Water

Johnny

$76 nightly

$91 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with seating, and various kitchenware displayed on shelves.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large window with a view.

A room with a brick wall, a large window, a green armchair, a table, and a lamp.

A reception desk with a B&B Hotels sign, a green armchair, and a modern interior design.

12. B&B HOTEL Ipswich

5.2 mi from Alton Water

Elizabeth

$59 nightly

$71 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel with a prominent sign reading "SALTHOUSE HOTEL" and a dock with boats.

A hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a dock with boats.

A modern room with a view of a marina through large windows.

13. Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa

5.4 mi from Alton Water

Cyril

$155 nightly

$186 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

An open door leading to a covered outdoor patio with a white table and chairs, a garden view, and a decorative chandelier.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a towel rack, and a shower curtain.

A large, ivy-covered building with a well-manicured lawn and neatly trimmed hedges.

14. Milsoms

7.2 mi from Alton Water

stephen

$156 nightly

$187 total

Nov 17 - Nov 18

Total with taxes and fees

A brick building named "The Mermaid" with outdoor seating and a wooden pergola.

A modern building with a brick facade, a wooden fence, and a well-maintained garden area.

A reception desk with two staff members, a sign that says "Stay the night," and decorative vases with flowers.

15. Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

5.7 mi from Alton Water

Kevin

$60 nightly

$72 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A conservatory with a tiled roof, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various plants and a lawn.

A twin room with two single beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a large island, and a window providing natural light.

A conservatory with four armchairs and a red sofa, large windows, and a radiator.

16. Toothbrush Rooms at Lattice Lodge

6.2 mi from Alton Water

Vince

$83 nightly

$100 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A restaurant with a bar area, round tables, and chairs.

A bartender preparing drinks at a bar with a variety of bottles in the background.

A brick building with a central staircase, a covered outdoor seating area, and a tree-lined pathway.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a table, and a large umbrella.

17. GreyFriars

11.6 mi from Alton Water

Mark

$132 nightly

$158 total

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Total with taxes and fees

An aerial view of a property with a central building surrounded by manicured gardens, a small pond, and a tent-like structure.

A modern interior with a brick wall, a glass partition, and a seating area with a coffee table.

A modern bar area with a high bar counter, seating with bar stools, and a menu board.

A spa area with multiple massage chairs, a fireplace, and a wall of bookshelves.

18. Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

8.7 mi from Alton Water

Katherine

$177 nightly

$212 total

Nov 17 - Nov 18

Total with taxes and fees

A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, black pendant lighting, and brick walls. Tables are set with white tablecloths and silverware.

A hotel entrance with a prominent sign, a brick facade, and two large planters.

A hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a sofa, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

19. Novotel Ipswich

5.4 mi from Alton Water

Eti

$67 nightly

$80 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a pool.

A man sitting on a couch in a modern room with a fireplace, wooden walls, and a television.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a chandelier.

A hotel with a garden pathway lined with flowers and potted plants, outdoor seating, and a white building facade.

20. Milsoms Kesgrave Hall

8.2 mi from Alton Water

Helene

$142 nightly

$171 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Total with taxes and fees

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Compare popular hotels close to Alton Water

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns	8.8 Excellent 888 reviews	View
Wivenhoe House Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 655 reviews	View
Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside	9.6 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
Sarah Hotel	8.6 Excellent 66 reviews	View
Talbooth House & Spa	9.8 Exceptional 48 reviews	View

Top Alton Water Hotel Reviews

B&B HOTEL Ipswich

8/10 Good

"Overall the property is well maintained and the team is excellent, however there were some issues along the way (coffee machine breakdown) that impacted the flow of service."

Holiday Inn Ipswich Orwell by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room."

easyHotel Ipswich

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were tiny to get ready in but overall a cheap hotel for one night"

3 bedroom accommodation in Tattingstone, near Ipswich

8/10 Good

"Nice and quiet, lovely outlook. Comfortable beds and spacious rooms throughout."

Other attractions near Alton Water

Ipswich Transport Museum

Step aboard a vintage automobile, part of a collection of vehicles that were once vital to the daily lives of people from Ipswich and its surrounding region.

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Jimmy's Farm

8.4/10 (37 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Jimmy's Farm during your stay in Wherstead. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Wherstead Park

8.6/10 (7 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Wherstead Park, a lovely green space in Wherstead. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Suffolk Food Hall

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Suffolk Food Hall during your visit to Wherstead.

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Mistley Towers

Learn about the local history of Mistley when you take a trip to Mistley Towers. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Orwell Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Orwell Country Park, a lovely green space in Ipswich. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Brantham Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Brantham Leisure Centre during your stay in Brantham.

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Bourne Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bourne Park during your travels in Ipswich. Savor the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Alton Water?

Alton Water is located in a welcoming area of Ipswich known for its bar scene and interesting historical sites. You'll find 107 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Alton Water?

Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a marina and a full-service spa. It's located 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Alton Water. Another good option is Best Western Ipswich Hotel, located 4.4 mi (7.1 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Alton Water?

Expedia has 107 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Alton Water.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Alton Water, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Alton Water.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Alton Water?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Alton Water, click here.

What can I see and do near Alton Water?

Enjoy the outdoors at Wherstead Park, Orwell Country Park, or Bourne Park. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Jimmy's Farm, Suffolk Leisure Park, and Brantham Leisure Centre. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Suffolk Food Hall and Mistley Towers.

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Our top choices for Alton Water hotels

1. The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

2. Wivenhoe House Hotel

3. Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside

4. Sarah Hotel

5. Talbooth House & Spa

6. Kingscliff Hotel

7. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

8. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

9. Frinton Escapes

10. Birds Farm

11. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

12. B&B HOTEL Ipswich

13. Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa

14. Milsoms

15. Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

16. Toothbrush Rooms at Lattice Lodge

17. GreyFriars

18. Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

19. Novotel Ipswich

20. Milsoms Kesgrave Hall

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Top Alton Water Hotel Reviews

B&B HOTEL Ipswich

Holiday Inn Ipswich Orwell by IHG

easyHotel Ipswich

3 bedroom accommodation in Tattingstone, near Ipswich

Other attractions near Alton Water

Ipswich Transport Museum

Jimmy's Farm

Wherstead Park

Suffolk Food Hall

Mistley Towers

Orwell Country Park

Brantham Leisure Centre

Bourne Park

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