The Ickworth Hotel And Apartments - A Luxury Family Hotel Bury St. Edmunds, Bury St. Edmunds
About the Hotel
The Ickworth Hotel And Apartments - A Luxury Family Hotel is housed in a Georgian palace set within the expansive 1,800-acre National Trust Ickworth estate. This family-focused hotel prioritizes making stays comfortable for both adults and children, offering specially tailored amenities and activities. It is located just a few miles from Bury St. Edmunds, providing easy access to local attractions. Its architecture and surroundings offer both historical significance and natural beauty.
Location
The Ickworth Hotel is conveniently located just a few miles from Bury St. Edmunds and is accessible via the A14, providing routes to Newmarket and Cambridge, approximately 28 miles away. Bury St. Edmunds railway station is 3 miles from the hotel, allowing easy train access to and from the property. The surrounding estate includes formal gardens and nature trails, making it an ideal spot for leisurely exploration.
Rooms
The hotel features 27 rooms in the main house, each named after regular guests and furnished with traditional decor, including four-poster beds and antique furnishings. Second-floor rooms provide views over the Italianate Gardens, while the Lodge has eight apartments and three double rooms. Generous bathrooms come equipped with children's-size fluffy gowns and essential family amenities, such as bottle warmers and bed guards. Only a limited number of rooms are equipped to accommodate guests with disabilities.
Eat & Drink
Guests can dine in the elegant Frederick's restaurant, which serves a range of seasonal dishes and offers a children's menu to cater to younger guests. Breakfast is served in the airy Conservatory restaurant, ensuring that children’s cutlery and a relaxed dining experience are available. The dining atmosphere is complemented by attentive service from a knowledgeable sommelier, enhancing the culinary experience. Afternoon tea features British classics, including homemade scones, catered for children as well.
Leisure & Business
The hotel offers various leisure facilities, including an indoor swimming pool and a cinema room for children's movies shown daily. Children can also enjoy supervised activities such as arts and crafts in the Ofsted-registered kids' club, which allows parents to relax with a daily complimentary two-hour childcare session. Spa services and treatments are available on-site, accommodating both adults and children, thus providing a complete wellness experience.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Baggage storage
- Elevator
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Table tennis
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
- Playpen
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
- Toys
- Kids club
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room features
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- CD player
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
I had a lovely stay at this hotel with an amazing view over the park. The rooms were cozy with a shower, perfect for the children to enjoy, and had a lovely view. The service, unfortunately, didn't meet my expectations, lacking in various aspects like room service, housekeeping, and pet amenities. The location felt odd being in the conservatory where only families were present. The dining experience was mixed, with quality food but served in a dark corridor without proper signage. However, the facilities were great, especially for the children, making the stay enjoyable overall.
The hotel offers a lovely view across parkland from the rooms, making it fantastic for children. The service was not up to par, lacking room service, housekeeping, and other amenities. Located in Café s by the Ickworth castle, the hotel provides a charming experience. The dining experience was average with traditional meals available. Overall, the facilities were decent but could be improved.
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel with a fabulous view from the window and lovely rooms. The service was impeccable, and the location in the Bury area was ideal. However, the dining experience was a bit lackluster with limited options. The facilities were top-notch, providing a great overall experience.
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