Title: The Ship at Dunwich - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Ship at Dunwich Beachfront inn with a restaurant and a bar ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10330000/10320700/10320652/d7661494.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10330000/10320700/10320652/4c5bf8e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10330000/10320700/10320652/904ed7c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10330000/10320700/10320652/dcab9139.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10330000/10320700/10320652/58eaa1b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Ship at Dunwich blends modern comfort with rustic charm. Enjoy authentic British dishes at the restaurant, drinks at the bar, or peaceful garden walks. Free WiFi keeps you connected in your room, and convenient parking ensures stress-free arrivals. 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - - - Bar - Room service - Housekeeping - Pet-friendly ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 1 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=10320652&PinnedHotelID=10320652&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=10320652&PinnedHotelID=10320652&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 2 - Nov. 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=10320652&PinnedHotelID=10320652&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=10320652&PinnedHotelID=10320652&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=10320652&PinnedHotelID=10320652&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=10320652&PinnedHotelID=10320652&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - Nov. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=10320652&PinnedHotelID=10320652&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=10320652&PinnedHotelID=10320652&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10330000/10320700/10320652/eb4e4e55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Hair dryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Family Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10330000/10320700/10320652/958eecfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Double Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Hair dryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10330000/10320700/10320652/671544bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Double Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Hair dryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Basic Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10330000/10320700/10320652/0a346578.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic Room 8.8 Excellent 6 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Hair dryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - 108 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10330000/10320700/10320652/671544bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Hair dryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10330000/10320700/10320652/eb4e4e55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Hair dryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ![Superior Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10330000/10320700/10320652/bf317084.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Hair dryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSaxmundham-Hotels-The-Ship-At-Dunwich.h10320652.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSaxmundham-Hotels-The-Ship-At-Dunwich.h10320652.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.27745%2C1.63132&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gUglIPeWRJFb4K0TASq6hIoUxJ8=) St James Street Dunwich, Saxmundham, England, IP17 3DT #### What's nearby - Dunwich Heath and Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 km - Southwold Beach - 10 min drive - 11.4 km - RSPB Minsmere - 11 min drive - 7.5 km - Suffolk Coast National Nature Reserve - 12 min drive - 10.5 km - Southwold Pier - 14 min drive - 13.3 km #### Getting around - Brampton Station - 14 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Lord Nelson - ‬13 min drive - ‪Adnams Cellar & Kitchen Store - ‬13 min drive - ‪Sole Bay Inn - ‬13 min drive - ‪Two Magpies Bakery - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Old Bell - ‬7 min drive ## About this property ### The Ship at Dunwich Upscale inn You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a bar at The Ship at Dunwich. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, The Ship, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - Full breakfast (surcharge) - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as free WiFi and room service. 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Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 115 reviews CA $299 CA $359 total includes taxes & fees Nov 3 - Nov 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=4876&PinnedHotelID=4876&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - The Ship ### Family friendly - Separate bedroom ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden - On the beach - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Bathroom emergency pull cord - Grab bar near toilet - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Local culture and ecosystem education - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Hypo-allergenic bedding ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Room service ### More - Desk - Heating - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property The host will greet guests on arrival This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Host will greet you ### 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 Restrictions apply; for more information contact 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 15.00 per stay Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.00 per stay ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children - Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.00 per stay - Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.00 per stay 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; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Ship Dunwich Hotel Saxmundham Ship Dunwich Hotel Ship Dunwich Saxmundham Ship Dunwich Inn Saxmundham Ship Dunwich Inn Ship Dunwich Inn Saxmundham Ship Dunwich Saxmundham Inn The Ship at Dunwich Saxmundham Saxmundham The Ship at Dunwich Inn The Ship at Dunwich Saxmundham Ship Dunwich Inn Ship Dunwich Inn The Ship at Dunwich The Ship at Dunwich Inn The Ship at Dunwich Saxmundham The Ship at Dunwich Inn Saxmundham ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Ship at Dunwich pet-friendly? > Yes, The Ship at Dunwich 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 does it cost to stay at The Ship at Dunwich? > As of Nov 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ship at Dunwich on Nov 23, 2025 start from CA $154.22, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Saxmundham-Hotels-The-Ship-At-Dunwich.h10320652.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Ship at Dunwich? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Ship at Dunwich? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at The Ship at Dunwich? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Ship at Dunwich located? > Nestled on the beach, this Saxmundham inn is within 1 mi (2 km) of Dunwich Museum and Dunwich Heath and Beach. RSPB Minsmere is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Ship at Dunwich Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 68 8 - Good 43 6 - Okay 16 4 - Poor 7 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Staff & service ### 8.4/10 Amenities ### 8.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Jul 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is an old building very well looked after, clean throughout, excellent menu, staff works hard and are accommodating, we will be coming back, thank you ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Brad Apr 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good choice for our stay ##### Brad Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo Jan 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Stay here! Everything great, no complaints, staff lovely, highly recommended, Hope can return for another stay ##### Jo Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frances Aug 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great stay, very convenient for beach. Lovely food, very friendly service ##### Frances Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David May 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Nice little hotel Excellent food and reasonably priced. All staff very friendly and helpful I would highly recommend ##### David Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo Feb 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Get away break Excellent food, friendly staff and a cosy relaxed environment. Great location for walking. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3019BCDDAD8DA4CFC61808339569DA8FEF5CFD791709145196552.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0BE38E4BCBA125F4BEDD320FF1DBFE7E162448DB1709145231400.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0F5B61834F77371EE331695F618A95E86A9496181709145230786.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/46A62D377BC37CF8F68699553BE01B4F0A57BEF81709145231406.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jo Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Raymond Dec 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly staff, both at reception and behind the bar and at breakfast. Dining room could have been a little warmer, though. ##### Raymond Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Delia Aug 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great staff and quirky outside spaces ##### Delia Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jennifer Aug 5, 2024 Staff are wonderful. More thought needs to be put into how guests can store their belongings as space is so limited. Huge bedside lamps aren’t great when you have a book, reading glasses, phone and water by the bed - equally having a extra large kettle, tray, tea and coffee tins and jars taking up the whole surface of the desk is not useful. The same applies to the bathroom - at the very least provide a toothbrush holder and a shelf to store bathroom bits and pieces, we had to place our washing bags on the floor. More hanging hooks are also needed - ##### Jennifer Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adrian May 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great getaway. Highly recommended! My partner and I recently enjoyed a delightful 2-night stay at The Ship Inn, and it exceeded all expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by warm and welcoming staff who made us feel right at home. The accommodation was not only spotlessly clean but also charmingly quirky, adding a unique touch to our stay. Despite being mid-week, the pub buzzed with activity, filled with friendly locals that added to the cozy atmosphere. We made an advance dinner reservation at the dining area and were impressed by the menu selection and the quality of the food. Both the restaurant and pub staff were incredibly attentive and professional throughout our meal, ensuring a memorable experience. Breakfast was a treat with a nice selection of options available, all served to our table by cheerful staff, which was a lovely touch compared to self-serve setups. The location of The Ship Inn, just a stone's throw from the beach, was an added bonus, allowing us to enjoy leisurely strolls by the seaside. Overall, we felt incredibly well looked after during our stay and cannot wait to return. The Ship Inn truly offers a perfect blend of comfort, hospitality and charm, making it an ideal choice for a relaxing getaway. Highly recommended! ##### Adrian Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Miss Oct 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely week end with the dogs! Had a lovely time at the ship. The hotel and restaurant are very drop friendly and this made our stay very enjoyable. The dogs had their own super comfy beds and bowls and plenty of attention during our stay. One of them can be reactive at times and everyone was really nice about it (including guests as most people also had dogs). We stayed in a room with carpet and although the room was lovely, the carpet could do with refreshing or a deep clean. .Then again being so dog friendly this comes with the territory. I enquired for future visits and was told there were rooms with no carpets. As we were on the top floor I understand the need for carpets. I will definitely visit again as we were made to feel so welcomed and the convenience of being so close to the beach was great for walks with the dogs. Dinner was also really nice! Thank you for a nice week end! ##### Miss Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 4/10 Poor #### Michael Oct 9, 2022 Liked: Staff & service, amenities Disliked: Cleanliness I stayed for one night in September '22 The staff were all friendly and professional, I liked the food and breakfast in the restaurant. Whilst my room was comfortable and had been cleaned for my stay the cleanliness left a lot to be desired. There was a lot of dust and fluff behind the furniture I first discovered when reaching down to find the bedside lamp toggle and ended up with a hand full of fluff. I looked around and found lots of old spiders webs round the window frames, inside the lamp shades and behind the furniture along with dust and fluff and other debris. I reported this to the lady on reception upon my departure who was very apologetic and said she would Inform the manager when she arrived for work that morning. I had the impression that I would be contacted to discuss this disappointing experience but have heard nothing from the Ship Inn since. I would normally not leave a review such as this but as The Ship Inn failed to address these issues with me this is my only option to warn others of this problem. ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kerry Jul 25, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Not what we expected We’d been recommended this place but sadly it didn’t live up to expectations. We booked the smallest room as it was sold out so it would have been better to have booked a better room. So wouldn’t recommend Hen Field as it’s very small, no shower and kept hitting feet on the bed going to the bathroom as there wasn’t a lot of room around the bed. No coffee in room and bed has seen better days. When we arrived it seemed busy and four members of staff walked past us without saying anything until we went to the bar to try get checked in. I did ask if there was a bigger room but the guy who eventually checked us in said it was sold out so that was understandable, he was polite about it. We didn’t eat there as had a booking elsewhere. The view out the window of the room was the top of a tent. Breakfast next morning was ok. The waitress was friendly and swapped out a couple items for us. Sadly the bar area where we had breakfast had a few flies in it which wasn’t pleasant. The coffee had lots of grounds in the bottom so couldn’t drink it. On check out we had to ask a couple times before we were acknowledged by the lady on the desk who was not very friendly. They were moving laundry about when people were trying to check out. They almost charged us twice for the room and no thank you, hope you enjoyed your stay. The laundry truck was blocking the car park so we had to wait for it to be moved to leave. Sadly won’t return. It needs a good paint and a deep clean. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4B2A52B2F95A4FEDBDC2E55DB7CD4C10B16CDFED1690278597828.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kerry Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Avril Sep 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This property is a real find. It has character and it is reasonably priced for the service received. Breakfasts were great and reasonable choices for our 2 night dinner stay. Very close to a pebbly beach and not far from Southwold, Aldburagh, Norwich and the broads. ![Bedroom](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/50069348-c318-4575-81b1-6c7f7171eae9-1758925485297.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Bedroom](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a058cf1b-a3f6-4f07-85dd-d50b9f842c15-1758925484873.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Dunwich beach ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/aea5cb05-12cf-4aeb-a2d2-7349a92c817f-1758925484322.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![The Ship ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d86a808e-256d-43c6-8ac3-7caa4064720b-1758925563825.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Avril Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul May 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great location near beach, friendly staff nice atmoshere ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### susan Apr 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service shower was a bit low.Difficult to find plugs for recharging phone Staff were great nd helpful ##### susan Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jonathan Apr 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness #### Good for evening meal Check in was not good, we had booked a snug room as we have a dog, it had been described as a courtyard room, it was upstairs! When I questioned it the man said oh you booked through experience & he pulled a face. The bar man told us where to go for breakfast. Sink in our room filled up with water although the plug wasn’t in it .could have been a bit cleaner . Evening meal was very nice, breakfast was a bit hit & miss ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/DA857D31DCE7D172686B9C8350996EE106B28A781744233055730.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3CC8022D468F11B6CF372C19CA1C5855B46E6A431744233057044.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/457D239DE76A93CB4AF141C2BE6DEF1F17F21FAE1744233056811.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jonathan Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### christian Jan 19, 2025 Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Bedroom was clean, location good. Staff subdued, food below average. ##### christian Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Simon Oct 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service We stayed as part of our honeymoon and I had requested a bottle of prosecco in the room prior to arrival (for £30) which did not happen. The room was ok (off the carpark) and food was good but the service from staff although friendly was very slow. The bar often didn't have anyone behind it (out the back in the kitchen) and once we'd finished our mains the plates were not collected and we gave up on trying to order a desert and then waited at the bar to settle our bill. Also, we waited to check out as there was nobody at the desk. It was a real shame as this hotel and restaurant has everything as it is in a perfect location with great walks and that's why we chose it for part of our honeymoon. Service and little details make a big difference and this hotel could easily move from being average to fantastic with a few minor tweaks and attention to detail ! ##### Simon Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Anna Sep 22, 2024 A nice stay but a few things could’ve been improved. Food was lovely and staff were friendly. However they just don’t have enough staff so the service was really slow. The room wasn’t great for the money we paid either. It was overlooked a bit and next to the kitchen so outside was a bit scruffy. The toilet was broken too and my husband had to fix it. Parking was a bit of an issue too. When we arrived we couldn’t even get a space on the same road. Lovely location though as walkable to beach. ##### Anna Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### stephen Jul 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness We have stayed at this property many times and have always enjoyed it for its position. Slightly disappointed this time as I paid for a superior room and I am not sure that is what we had. It was ok but not as nice as the other rooms we have had before. The service in the bar area was also very slow as it was not permanently managed. ##### stephen Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eamonn Jun 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Friendly old country pup with modern rooms Lovely rambling country pub with modern rooms. The staff were very friendly and helpful, we really felt welcome. Inside and outside dining with courtyard area and beer garden. I liked the slightly quirky building with several small dining rooms. Food was good and typical pub prices. The location is very quiet and nearby houses are hidden away. It’s only about 3 minutes walk to a fantastic beach, 5 minutes to the parish church and under 8 minutes to a monastery ruin. There is even a local museum a few houses up from the pub. It was a perfect way to spend a beautiful summers evening. We enjoyed our visit and would consider staying there again. ![Beach only a few minutes walk away](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/C9475D9DE92C59CAF4BA4B4D726554D08FC824611719422091881.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Eamonn Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill May 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful place The Ship is in a quiet country lane 2 minutes from a fabulous beach. The staff are friendly and helpful, the room was really lovely, the bed so comfortable and ours had a beautiful view across the fields. We had dinner which was delicious too. A really peaceful place to stay. ##### Jill Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elinor Apr 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Had a really great stay. Fab location, comfortable room and great staff. Thank you! ##### Elinor Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fern Mar 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect weekend We had the most lovely weekend away and loved everything about the hotel. The staff, service, food and room were all exceptional. We can’t wait to return again in the summer. ##### Fern Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024