The Best Hotels Closest to Alton Water in Ipswich for 2026

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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.

1. Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside

5.4 mi from Alton Water

Stewart

$57 nightly

$69 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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.

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

A dining room with a wooden table and four chairs, large windows with floral wallpaper, and a radiator below the windows.

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

2. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

10.4 mi from Alton Water

Sharon

$128 nightly

$154 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

A small, narrow room with a wooden wardrobe, a wooden bench with towels, and a coat rack.

3. Sarah Hotel

5.4 mi from Alton Water

Josh

$62 nightly

$74 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

A dining area with brick walls, a fireplace, and a large window. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a dresser, and a brick wall.

A bookshelf with books and a sign with cottage rules.

A small, two-story building with a white facade and a dark roof. There is a sign on the building that reads "The Old Inn."

4. The Railway

7.4 mi from Alton Water

Jamie

$75 nightly

$90 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

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

A restaurant with wooden tables and red upholstered booths, brick walls, and large windows with orange curtains.

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

5. Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa

5.4 mi from Alton Water

Cyril

$155 nightly

$186 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

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

6. Wivenhoe House Hotel

10.5 mi from Alton Water

Natasha

$121 nightly

$146 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A staircase leading to a door with a stained glass window.

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

7. Toothbrush Rooms at Lattice Lodge

6.2 mi from Alton Water

David

$83 nightly

$100 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Total with taxes and fees

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a framed artwork on the wall.

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

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

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

11.4 mi from Alton Water

Caroline

$54 nightly

$65 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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.

9. Talbooth House & Spa

6.9 mi from Alton Water

Alan

$247 nightly

$297 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

A large brick building with multiple windows and a lawn in front.

A traditional brick building with a well-maintained garden and outdoor seating area.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a fireplace, a television, and a mirror.

A spacious hallway with a piano, chairs, and potted plants.

10. Hintlesham Hall Hotel

6.7 mi from Alton Water

sandra

$145 nightly

$174 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A modern interior with wooden flooring, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a sign reading 'Premier Inn,' and a brick facade.

A compact hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a small kitchenette, a mirror, and a foldable ironing board.

11. Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

11.7 mi from Alton Water

Patricia

$57 nightly

$69 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A table set with various glassware and bottles, a candle, and a window view of a street scene.

Outdoor seating with tables and umbrellas, stone benches, and a clear sky.

A street view with a building labeled 'The Bull Inn,' a signpost with directions, and a well-lit street.

A room with wooden paneled walls, a fireplace, and two chairs with red cushions.

12. The Bull Inn

11 mi from Alton Water

Dilek

$138 nightly

$165 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a brick building in the background.

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

13. B&B HOTEL Ipswich

5.2 mi from Alton Water

Paul

$55 nightly

$66 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A staircase leading to an upper level, outdoor seating with chairs and tables, and a green door.

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

14. Frinton Escapes

11 mi from Alton Water

Michele

$144 nightly

$172 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A large indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a pool depth sign of 1.20m.

A banquet table set with white and blue decor, including a blue tablecloth, white napkins, and a blue and white balloon arch.

A banquet hall with round tables, white tablecloths, and chairs with pink sashes.

A modern indoor pool area with a hot tub, a shower, and a no diving sign.

15. Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG

5.4 mi from Alton Water

Steve

$59 nightly

$71 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

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

A dining table with a white tablecloth, a green leather chair, and a tea set.

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

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

16. GreyFriars

11.6 mi from Alton Water

Mark

$135 nightly

$162 total

Oct 1 - Oct 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 dining table set with plates, cutlery, and wine glasses, surrounded by upholstered chairs.

17. Milsoms Kesgrave Hall

8.2 mi from Alton Water

Helene

$142 nightly

$171 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a painting on the wall, and a carpeted floor.

18. Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

5.7 mi from Alton Water

Kevin

$62 nightly

$74 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 large window.

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.

19. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

8.1 mi from Alton Water

Tim

$62 nightly

$74 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A building with ivy-covered walls and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.

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

20. Milsoms

7.2 mi from Alton Water

ian

$178 nightly

$213 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

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Compare popular hotels close to Alton Water

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside	9.6 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
The Crown Stoke By Nayland	9.8 Exceptional 100 reviews	View
Sarah Hotel	8.6 Excellent 63 reviews	View
The Railway	9.6 Exceptional 140 reviews	View
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa	9.4 Exceptional 806 reviews	View

Top Alton Water Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Ipswich Orwell by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect stay, comfy bed, cosy room, good location, well maintained. Thank you"

B&B HOTEL Ipswich

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and well looked after hotel. Staff really friendly. Will definitely return next time I travel to Ipswich"

Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely atmosphere when going in and the staff were very polite and friendly"

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. Other good options within a few miles include Best Western Ipswich Hotel and Premier Inn Ipswich South.

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. Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside

2. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

3. Sarah Hotel

4. The Railway

5. Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa

6. Wivenhoe House Hotel

7. Toothbrush Rooms at Lattice Lodge

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

9. Talbooth House & Spa

10. Hintlesham Hall Hotel

11. Premier Inn Colchester Town Centre

12. The Bull Inn

13. B&B HOTEL Ipswich

14. Frinton Escapes

15. Holiday Inn Ipswich by IHG

16. GreyFriars

17. Milsoms Kesgrave Hall

18. Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

19. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

20. Milsoms

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Top Alton Water Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Ipswich Orwell by IHG

B&B HOTEL Ipswich

Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel

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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