The Best Hotels Closest to Alton Water in Ipswich for 2026

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

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

The exterior of the Sarah Hotel with a reception sign, lounge sign, and a black door.

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

1. Sarah Hotel

5.4 mi from Alton Water

Josh

$73 nightly

$88 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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.

2. Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside

5.4 mi from Alton Water

Stewart

$59 nightly

$70 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

A traditional pub with a red sign, hanging flower baskets, and a brick exterior.

3. The Railway

7.4 mi from Alton Water

Jamie

$78 nightly

$94 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 conservatory with four armchairs and a red sofa, large windows, and a radiator.

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.

4. Toothbrush Rooms at Lattice Lodge

6.2 mi from Alton Water

David

$85 nightly

$102 total

Sep 19 - Sep 20

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

$167 nightly

$200 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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 Holiday Inn Express building entrance with a covered walkway, potted plants, and a bench.

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

A bartender pouring a drink from a tap labeled 'Stella Artois' into a glass.

6. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

8.1 mi from Alton Water

Tim

$66 nightly

$80 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

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

7. B&B HOTEL Ipswich

5.2 mi from Alton Water

Hugh

$56 nightly

$67 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

11.4 mi from Alton Water

James

$52 nightly

$63 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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 gazebo with a white frame and a glass dome structure with a wooden door.

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

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

9. Kingscliff Hotel

12.4 mi from Alton Water

June

$83 nightly

$100 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A formal dining room with a chandelier, wooden paneling, and a red carpet.

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

10. Hintlesham Hall Hotel

6.7 mi from Alton Water

Patricia

$152 nightly

$183 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Total with taxes and fees

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a coffee machine.

A breakfast bar with a chalkboard menu listing items like poached eggs and smoked salmon.

A waterfront building with multiple balconies and a marina with boats.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chairs, and a dining table.

11. Holiday Inn Ipswich Orwell by IHG

4.6 mi from Alton Water

Kirsty

$58 nightly

$70 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Total with taxes and fees

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a dresser, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A park with a bench, dense foliage, and a variety of trees.

A dining area with a table set for breakfast, including white cups, a teapot, and a jug.

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

12. Hillbrow Farm B&B

9 mi from Alton Water

David

$165 nightly

$198 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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.

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

13. GreyFriars

11.6 mi from Alton Water

Glenn

$143 nightly

$172 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Total with taxes and fees

A brick building with a sign reading 'The Mayflower' and a welcome sign outside.

A metal rack with multiple hooks holding black items, likely coats or bags, in a room with a wooden door and a textured wall.

14. Premier Inn Harwich

5.6 mi from Alton Water

James

$59 nightly

$70 total

Sep 25 - Sep 26

Total with taxes and fees

A staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, leading to a dining area with a table and chairs.

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

A restaurant with a brick wall, a large clock, and a glass ceiling. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

A spacious dining area with round tables and red chairs, featuring a mix of natural and artificial lighting, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

15. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

11.9 mi from Alton Water

Rachel

$78 nightly

$93 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

A rustic bar area with wooden counter, various bottles, and a chalkboard menu listing prices.

A playground with a treehouse, slides, and picnic tables.

A playground with slides and a picnic area with umbrellas.

A pink building with the sign "Sorrel Horse Inn" and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

16. The Sorrel Horse Inn

10.1 mi from Alton Water

James

$88 nightly

$105 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with two beds, red and white bedding, a mounted TV, and a painting on the wall.

A small, single-story building with a gravel driveway and a wooden fence.

A two-story house with a dark front door, a small porch, and a mailbox.

A room with a white wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a standing heater, and a metal rack with black straps.

17. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

11.8 mi from Alton Water

Matt

$68 nightly

$82 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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.

18. Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

5.7 mi from Alton Water

Kevin

$64 nightly

$77 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

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

19. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

10.4 mi from Alton Water

Sharon

$112 nightly

$135 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with multiple stools, a variety of bottles, and a tap system.

A hotel lobby with a staircase, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

A buffet counter with various food items including grilled tomatoes, sausages, and smoked salmon.

20. Best Western Ipswich Hotel

4.4 mi from Alton Water

Kylie-Ann

$63 nightly

$75 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
Sarah Hotel	8.8 Excellent 60 reviews	View
Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside	9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
The Railway	9.6 Exceptional 140 reviews	View
Toothbrush Rooms at Lattice Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 91 reviews	View
Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa	9.4 Exceptional 802 reviews	View

Top Alton Water Hotel Reviews

Best Western Ipswich Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great value for money , good parking , breakfast was ok and having booked a single room , it was still a double bed in a spacious room"

Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely pool jacuzzi area but let down by no external shower..people were going into pool jacuzzi straight from sauna/steam room...great steam room...hottest ive been in.Best dinner in restaurant ive had for a long while..v good chef..have the Lamb..its worth it."

Holiday Inn Ipswich Orwell by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly, helpful staff. Lovely, big, clean room"

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 106 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 106 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. Sarah Hotel

2. Premier Inn Ipswich Town Centre - Quayside

3. The Railway

4. Toothbrush Rooms at Lattice Lodge

5. Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa

6. Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG

7. B&B HOTEL Ipswich

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

9. Kingscliff Hotel

10. Hintlesham Hall Hotel

11. Holiday Inn Ipswich Orwell by IHG

12. Hillbrow Farm B&B

13. GreyFriars

14. Premier Inn Harwich

15. The North Hill Hotel, Colchester

16. The Sorrel Horse Inn

17. The Railway Sleeper Lodge

18. Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

19. The Crown Stoke By Nayland

20. Best Western Ipswich Hotel

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Top Alton Water Hotel Reviews

Best Western Ipswich Hotel

Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel

Holiday Inn Ipswich Orwell by IHG

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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