The Westleton Crown

3.0 star property
Travelers enjoy hearty meals steps from their rooms at this cozy retreat, where a lobby fireplace and genuine hospitality create a perfect Suffolk escape.

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The Westleton Crown sits near Dunwich Heath and Beach, offering a welcoming restaurant for hungry travelers. Guests can relax with drinks by the lobby fireplace or venture to nearby Dunwich Museum. The staff receives consistent praise for their helpful service throughout stays.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Luxury Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Saxmundham is home to The Westleton Crown. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dunwich Heath and Beach and RSPB Minsmere, while Dunwich Museum and Snape Maltings are cultural highlights. Thorpeness Golf Club and Southwold Pier are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Saxmundham travel guide
Map
The Street, Westleton, Saxmundham, England, IP17 3AD

What's nearby

  • In an area as steeped in history as the Suffolk Coast, it takes something special to stand out. Dunwich manages to do just this. Known as the lost city of England, this tiny village certainly has a story to tell.

Dating back to Anglo-Saxon times, Dunwich once stood proud as the capital of the Kingdom of the Eastern Angles, at its mightiest matching 14th century London for size. It was a seat of power for the Anglo-Saxon bishops for centuries, an international port, and the Domesday book of 1086 puts the population at over 3000.

The little village of Dunwich was once a thriving seaport; but over the centuries the sea reclaimed the town leaving not much behind except for a wonderful stretch of beach. This expanse of shingle seems to go on forever in both directions, backed by low crumbling cliffs.

Dunwich beach is set in a break between the cliffs where the road literally ends on the beach. Here you will find a number of small boats pulled up on the sand and a the National Trust tearoom. 
In fact, the National Trust own the beach and much of the surrounding countryside including Dunwich Heath which runs along the coast. This whole area is teeming with wildlife which thrive in these rare habitats.

Just a short drive from Dunwich you will find RSPB Minsmere. Here you can spend a day spotting some the UKs rarest birds and wildlife including the Avocet, Bittern, Otter and Red Deer.

USEFUL INFORMATION


Public Conveniences and Baby Changing Facilities in Dunwich
Public toilets with disabled access and baby changing facilities are located at the Beach Car Park in Dunwich.


HOW TO GET TO DUNWICH - PUBLIC TRANSPORT

By Train:
Darsham is approximately six miles away with train services by Abellio Great Anglia running to Lowestoft and Ipswich and on-going connections to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge.

All train tickets can be purchased via the Abellio Greater Anglia Website or the app.

HOW TO GET TO DUNWICH - BY CAR

From Norwich -Take the A146 to Beccles, followed by the A145
From Ipswich - Dunwich is signposted from the A12 – approximately 24 miles north of Ipswich.

From Lowestoft - Follow the A12 to Ipswich. At Blythburgh follow the B1125 and signposts to Dunwich.

From London - Follow the A12 towards Ipswich, then Lowestoft before taking the B1125 at Blythburgh and signposts to Dunwich.

CAR PARKS IN DUNWICH


Beach Car Park, Dunwich, IP17 3DE


Dogs allowed, no lifeguard services, cafe open from spring to fall.

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    Dunwich Heath and Beach
    2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Southwold beach huts on the Promenade; Shutterstock ID 245957998
    Southwold Beach
    12 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Norfolk Broads black and white windmill landscape
    Norfolk Broads
    25 min drive - 27.2 km
  • RSPB Minsmere
    8 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Snape Maltings
    19 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Darsham Station
    9 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    79 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Fox Inn
    4 min drive
  • Two Magpies Bakery
    5 min drive
  • Sizewell Sports & Social Club
    8 min drive
  • Queens Head
    7 min drive
  • Star Inn
    6 min drive

About this property

The Westleton Crown

Hotel near Dunwich Heath and Beach
Located close to RSPB Minsmere and Dunwich Museum, The Westleton Crown provides a terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), bicycle parking, and wedding services
  • A 24-hour front desk, meeting rooms, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi, desk chairs, and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Westleton Crown Hotel Saxmundham
Westleton Crown Hotel
Westleton Crown Saxmundham
The Westleton Crown Hotel
The Westleton Crown Saxmundham
The Westleton Crown Hotel Saxmundham

Frequently asked questions

Is The Westleton Crown pet-friendly?

Yes, The Westleton Crown allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Westleton Crown?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Westleton Crown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Westleton Crown located?

Situated in Saxmundham, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Dunwich Heath and Beach, RSPB Minsmere, and Dunwich Museum. Thorpeness Golf Club and Southwold Pier are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

The Westleton Crown Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 364 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 364 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 364 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 364 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 364 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent friendly service from check in to departure. Lovely room, excellent food and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good bar selection, laid back comfortable hotel with a decent breakfast. Parking was easy also.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely evening meal and selection of beers on the bar. Very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Westleton Crown was situated in a lovely village. We had a lovely stay, our room was spotless the staff where very attentive and the food was good no complaints. We would go again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing stay

Delicious food and spacious comfortable room although it was very hot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Room comfort

One night stay

Peaceful Slept well Excellent breakfast and choices available Attentive, welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Suffolk

Great experience. Staff couldn't have been more helpful. Bar and restaurant very nice too!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karan

Place was comfortable family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasbinder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A very good hotel and excellent value for money. It is only let down slightly by the quality of evening meals served in its restaurant. Note, the breakfasts were excellent but I will definitely return to try it again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, friendly, easy and good food. Attention to dogs exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernice

Loved the peace and tranquility.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room very clean. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, water and biscuits available. Bed very comfortable. Clean soft towels. Bathroom fine. Would suggest a handle on the wall by the high roll top bath, but we’re a couple of ‘oldies’!! Soaps, shampoos etc were a lovely touch. Enjoyed the breakfast with a good choice of menu. Staff very helpful for our stay. We would go again and would recommend this as an excellent place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and facilities were excellent food was also very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

Wonderful country pub comfortable room, fantastic food and great service. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely long weekend, lovely food and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay with family and dog.

Our first hotel stay with our dog and they were so dog friendly and made the whole experience easy and loved dogs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super and cozy

What a wonderful place to stay in Suffolk. The food was really tasty and good size portions. I stayed overnight and my room was really cozy, peaceful and had a balcony overlooking the back garden. The staff were super lovely and friendly. I would stay again if I am ever in the area in the future.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all fantastic, the decor has been done so well and the food is of a high quality
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Fantastic

Great location , fantastic place with a lovely room and a delicious breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect weekend stay in a lovely hotel which offered great attentive staff / customer service. Would really recommend and can’t wait to return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable room, great food and excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic hotel close to Minsmere and Dunwich. Lovely rooms and fabulous food, we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend if you are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
All the rooms named after birds . Makes a change from numbers. They also changed rooms for me to accommodate my disabled wife. Staff were very helpful and very polite. Nothing was too much trouble.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hotel

Excellent hotel, friendly and accommodating staff. Clean, tidy room and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing stay to recharge

Really friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025