The Swan Hotel Southwold, Southwold ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Market Place, Southwold, United Kingdom, IP18 6EG

The Swan Hotel in Southwold, Suffolk, has an extensive brewing history tied to Adnams Brewery, whose roots trace back over 600 years. This recently renovated hotel combines modern design with traditional seaside charm, offering views of the bustling market square. Its strategic location provides easy access to Southwold's beach and local attractions.

Location

Situated in the heart of Southwold, The Swan is just a short walk away from the beach, pier, and local attractions. Parking is available for guests, and taxi services can be arranged through the reception. The nearest train station, Darsham, is located about 9.5 miles away, providing easy access to London and Norwich.

Rooms

Each room at The Swan features a contemporary design with colorful furnishings and luxurious bedding. Room categories include Excellent, Fabulous, and Outstanding, catering to different guest preferences and needs. Amenities such as Nespresso machines, 40-inch Smart TVs, and a complimentary bottle of Adnams gin enhance the guest experience. Some rooms also offer stunning views of the town or private courtyards.

Eat & Drink

The Swan boasts two dining venues: The Still Room and the Tap Room, serving locally-sourced seasonal dishes. The Still Room is characterized by its elegant design, featuring a copper-topped bar and a sophisticated atmosphere suitable for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The Tap Room offers a more casual setting with a selection of Adnams beers, perfect for light bites or casual meals.

Leisure & Business

The hotel's leisure options include organized brewery tours and bike rentals for exploring Southwold's picturesque surroundings. Guests can also enjoy relaxing treatments arranged through the hotel or explore local shops and galleries. Business facilities, like meeting rooms and event spaces, cater to corporate travelers and events.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

Max:

2 persons

14 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe Room

Max:

2 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Small Double Room

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

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City Center

Southwold400 ft

Airports

Norwich International (NWI) 39.3 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Charming Garden Room

“Staying in the garden room with a patio was a delightful experience, providing a peaceful retreat to relax.” view full review

Exquisite Meals

“Both dinners exceeded our expectations with a fabulous menu and delicious food that made dining in an absolute pleasure.” view full review

Thoughtful Accommodations

“The new Swan beautifully integrates modern features with traditional design, ensuring a comfortable experience for all guests.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“Breakfast was a highlight with freshly prepared dishes that were served promptly, enhancing our morning routine.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Baggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Cycling
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cribs
Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Market Place, Southwold, United Kingdom, IP18 6EG

Map view

Market Place, Southwold, United Kingdom, IP18 6EG

City landmarks

Harbor

Southwold Pier

2500 ft

Museums

Southwold Sailors' Reading Room

2400 ft

Sole Bay Brewery East Green

Adnams 'Make Your Own Gin' Experience

2400 ft

Ferry Rd

The Denes Beach

2700 ft

1 N Parade Gardens

Southwold Boating Lake

3000 ft

Museums

Alfred Corry Lifeboat Museum Trust

1.5 mi

Train stations

Southwold Railway

3600 ft

Beach

Walberswick Beach

1.3 mi

Wood Lane off B1126 near Wangford

Reydon Wood

1.7 mi

Old Hall Farm,

Southwold Maize Maze

1.7 mi

Sea View The Street

Seaview Gallery Walberswick

1.7 mi

Nature reserve

Hen Reedbeds

2.4 mi

Creek Cabin Halesworth Road

Wang Marshes Viewing Platform

2.4 mi

Church

Holy Trinity Church Blythburgh

3.6 mi

Museums

Dunwich Museum

4.0 mi

Dunwich

Greyfriars

4.1 mi

Nearby

Lighthouse

Southwold Lighthouse

1000 ft

Church

St Edmund's Church

1000 ft

Buckenham House 81 High Street 81 High St

Buckenham Galleries

200 ft

Restaurants

The Swan Hotel Restaurant

100 ft

Market Place

The Crown

400 ft

90 High Street

Two Magpies Bakery

300 ft

88 High Street

The Red Lion

400 ft

2 South Green

Harris & James

300 ft

11 East Street

Squiers of Southwold

300 ft

71 High Street

Ninedeli

300 ft

N_ 9 Pinkneys Lane

Beaches & Cream

400 ft

14 Queen Street

Sole Bay Inn

900 ft

7 East Green

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

friendly staff

great location

lacked ambience

formal atmosphere

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

8.7

Location

9.0

Service

9.3

Dining

7.3

Tommy

United Kingdom, April 2024

9.4/10

The hotel offers exceptional rooms with thoughtful touches and a beautiful garden at the rear. The service is outstanding, especially from Tracy at reception, with warm and friendly assistance. The location is perfect, surrounded by shops, restaurants, and close to the beach. The dining experience is top-notch with well-presented and tasty dishes. Overall, a great place to stay with some minor room for improvement in dining options.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms truly exceeded my expectations with impeccable cleanliness and lovely details like fresh milk and quality toiletries. The garden view added to the relaxing ambiance.

Service

10.0

The service was impeccable, from the warm reception to the efficient assistance provided throughout my stay. Tracy at reception stood out for her exceptional service.

Location

9.0

The central location of the hotel was ideal, offering easy access to shops, the beach, and local attractions. Everything was within walking distance, making it very convenient.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was top-notch with delicious food and great presentation. The only downside was the limited selection of certain items.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel provided excellent facilities, including a well-stocked mini-bar, quality toiletries, and a beautiful garden at the rear for a relaxing retreat.

Cecil

United Kingdom, April 2024

7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of luxury and inconvenience. The rooms were stunning, with great attention to detail, but being next to a ventilation system disrupted our sleep. The service was friendly and accommodating, making our experience pleasant overall.

Rooms

8.0

The garden room was stunning, with great attention to detail and luxury.

Service

9.0

The staff were so friendly and accommodating.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was perfect, right on the high street and minutes away from the beach.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was not over generous and lacked variety.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had a useful addition of a private car park at the rear.

George

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.0/10

I was thrilled with the hotel's location right in the heart of Southwold, offering easy access to the beach, pier, shops, and even the Adnams distillery for tours. The rooms were cozy but lacked a bit of ambience for my taste. The exceptional service stood out, with attentive and friendly staff, although some guidance was missing. The dining experience was generally good, with minor hiccups. Overall, a great value for money stay with lovely touches but a formal atmosphere.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms at the front of the hotel overlooking the market square were great, filled with thoughtful touches like Nespresso capsules and high-quality toiletries. However, they could use thicker curtains for better privacy.

Service

9.0

The staff were all very accommodating, friendly, and helpful, providing exceptional service. Although some guidance was lacking, their attentiveness was noteworthy.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location in the market square offered a peaceful stay away from the main corridor noise, with easy access to all attractions and a friendly staff making you feel like a personal guest.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was enjoyable, with good food overall, yet some small issues like having to ask for tea and unavailable breakfast options detracted slightly from the experience.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers a cozy dining experience with traditional Greek products and overlooks the beautiful Adnams brewery. However, improvements could be made in service to enhance the overall dining experience.

friendly staff

lacked ambience