8/10 Good
Ben
25 November 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ben
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
The Dolphin Inn
3.5 star property
Travelers can enjoy local flavors at the restaurant of this hidden gem, then start their day with coffee in the garden surrounded by sunshine
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The Dolphin Inn, in a quaint town, offers a warm welcome, English breakfast, and a cozy bar with a restaurant. Guests enjoy WiFi and a terrace overlooking the garden - features previous visitors particularly appreciate.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Pet friendly
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Bar
Room options
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Double Room (Room1)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Shower/tub combination
Deep soaking bathtub
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Double Room (Room2)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Shower/tub combination
Deep soaking bathtub
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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Double Room (Room3)
Highlights
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Deep soaking bathtub
Bathrobes
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
About the neighborhood
Leiston is home to The Dolphin Inn. Thorpeness Golf Club and Aldeburgh Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Suffolk Coast and Heaths and RSPB Minsmere. Leiston Leisure Centre and Easton Farm Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Leiston travel guide
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Old Homes Road, Leiston, England, IP16 4FE
What's nearby
Suffolk Coast and Heaths1 min walk - 0.0 km
Norfolk Broads40 min drive - 40.3 km
Ipswich Waterfront47 min drive - 50.9 km- Thorpeness & Aldringham Heritage Centre6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Thorpeness Golf Club7 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
- Saxmundham Station16 min drive
- Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)84 min drive
Restaurants
- Sizewell Sports & Social Club7 min drive
- Cross Keys Inn4 min drive
- The White Hart4 min drive
- Dolphin Inn1 min drive
- Ash Smoked Fishes3 min drive
About this property
The Dolphin Inn
Property highlights
At The Dolphin Inn, you can look forward to free English breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
- Free self parking
- Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Dolphin Inn feature thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
- Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
- Electric kettles, heating, and desks
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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
Food and drink
- Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
Guest services
- No housekeeping service
Outdoors
- Garden
- Terrace
More
- Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Egyptian cotton sheets
- Hypo-allergenic bedding
- Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Free toiletries
- Slippers
Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
Food and drink
- Electric kettle
More
- Desk
- Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (11:00 AM - 3:00 PM) and Monday - Friday (6:00 PM - 11:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
During July-August, reception hours are Monday-Saturday from 11 AM-11 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM-10:30 PM.
Reception is open from 11 AM-10:30 PM on Sunday.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.00 per stay
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
- Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per day
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.00 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property is also known as
Dolphin Inn Leiston
Dolphin Leiston
The Dolphin Inn Inn
The Dolphin Inn Leiston
The Dolphin Inn Inn Leiston
Frequently asked questions
Is The Dolphin Inn pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Dolphin Inn?
Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at The Dolphin Inn?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is The Dolphin Inn located?
Situated in Leiston, this inn is within a 10-minute walk of Thorpeness Golf Club and Thorpeness & Aldringham Heritage Centre. Moot Hall and Suffolk Coast and Heaths are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Reviews
The Dolphin Inn Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 10 reviews
10 - Excellent
5
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 10 reviews
8 - Good
4
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
6 - Okay
1
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
4 - Poor
0
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
30 June 2020
we cancelled our booking on 8 June with you as unable to visit and cancelled as agreed when booking
Ruth Williams
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin
18 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, fabulous food!
We had a wonderful stay at The Dolphin Inn. I would highly recommend booking in for dinner as the food was delicious. The staff were all very friendly, good breakfast and the bed was so comfortable. We would definitely sty again!
Benjamin
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
8/10 Good
Philip
13 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant stay
Staff were great and rom comfortable. The only problem was the room had no bath shower mixer tap and needed to borrow a jug to wash and rise hair.
Philip
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Amanda
3 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Pub
Lovely pub, great food especially the homemade granola for breakfast. Perfect spot for dog walking on the beach all year round
Amanda
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Kate
8 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay in quaint Thorpeness.
Really enjoyable stay at the Dolphin in a well presented quiet room with everything you need, including a hot water bottle which fortunately wasn't required in June! Comfortable bed with cotton bed linen and all very clean. Plenty of hot water. Supper and breakfast were both freshly cooked and plenty of choice. On Thursdays there is a special offer of two vegan meals for the price of one. Close to the beach and a good walk (5 miles there and back) to Aldeburgh on the level. The bric a brac shop in Thorpeness is worth a visit too.
Kate
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
8/10 Good
MAUREEN
7 April 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was superb great stay and would happily recommend the dolphin and stay again
MAUREEN
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Kim
11 March 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Place to escape to
A nice place to escape everything, barring the sea and fresh air. Good service and good food.
Be aware check-in is between 11-3pm and then from 6pm, not a problem if you plan for it.. An easy walk ( 1 mile each way) to along the beach.
Kim
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
8 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would Book again
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
2 December 2018
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018