Lovely old building with beautiful and comfortable communal areas and room. From the moment we arrived the we were made to feel welcome and valued guests. Without exception all the staff were friendly, attentive and efficient but unobtrusive, and appeared to take pride in doing their job well. The hotel was spotlessly clean. There were real Xmas trees dotted around the hotel which gave it a lovely Xmas feel without being over the top. Food was beautifully presented and delicious. There was plenty of parking available behind the inn. Would definitely stay at this hotel again.

Great location for historic places such as Lavenham and the market town of Sudbury. Surrounded by countryside and small villages. Ideal for driving on the almost empty roads. Very comfortable bed and the room had character as part of the old inn, but modernised to a high standard. Very large bathroom with shower over the bath. Quiet at night. Good breakfast. Would recommend as a base for exploring the local area.

The bar area and most of the ground floor is mainly set out for dining, and busy during the evening, so if you are only having a drink there is the option of a smaller room at the back of the bar or an outside courtyard space.

Everything you would want for a couples or friends get away with great surroundings, food and drink. Great staff very friendly and efficient. Breakfast was awesome and staff were too

The food was exceptional but after spending a long travel and then a full working day I would have hoped for a more substantial meal. The ala carte only option needs to be more flexible. Not after the run of the mill flaming grill or premier inn microwave rubbish but a full plate would have topped this excellent stay off. Would have been happy to pay more for the option but if not would have ordered two plates full

The property is a beautifully maintained and renovated 500 year old building and lovely, expansive gardens. Easy parking, warm welcome by staff, great room! The room was spacious, and had everything we needed (including a coffee machine and homemade shortbread). The included breakfast was amazing - all fresh, hot and tasty. We also had a drink in the bar late at night (missed dinner due to other commitments) and that was fun. Large, comfy bed, too!

Nothing. Was a fabulous stay.

The inn is a beautiful place and we loved the bare floors, open fireplace and how it has retained much of its old-world charm. Also, the room was lovely, as were the grounds, along with the fact that Bildeston itself is located within easy reach of many lovely places in Suffolk. I think the food deserves a mention too - very good indeed. Finally, I'd also like to comment on the professionalism and manners of the staff, all of whom conveyed appropriate respect and care towards us, which is something we really noticed and liked. Well done!

Not much actually. Um.......nope, it was all good!

We had a truly terrific weekend at The Crown Inn, Bildeston. From the moment we arrived, we were enveloped in a wonderful ambience that set the tone for our stay. The inn combines charm and comfort effortlessly, making it an ideal escape. The staff were super thoughtful, friendly, and professional, going above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. Their genuine warmth and attentiveness made us feel truly welcome and well-cared-for. The food was nothing short of fabulous. Each meal was a delightful experience, showcasing fresh, locally sourced ingredients and culinary expertise. The flavours and presentation were exceptional, making dining at The Crown Inn a highlight of our stay. We will undoubtedly be back to enjoy more of this delightful inn.

Nothing!

Room was large and the bed comfortable. Breakfast was great. Parking was easy and free. Staff were very helpful, especially George who was brilliant. Lift was useful as we had heavy cases.

Bar area was small, drinks were expensive. The room was over £200 per night which is on the high side. It's in the middle of no-where so not many local attractions. Not good system for coming in late at night. Need to ring a number on the door and someone lets you in, except in our case the person didnt come down and we had to shout and another guest was kind enough to let us in.

We had a friendly welcome at reception, which set the tone and there was a very relaxed atmosphere during our stay. Our room was warm and comfortable, just right. As we were celebrating our joint birthdays, it was lovely that staff had taken note and we enjoyed our complimentary drinks at the bar. Dinner was exceptional, as was the breakfast. We had a fab stay, mixed with some local walks. We will be back !

Nothing.

excellent friendly staff good beer good breakfast lovely collection of huntin prints and hunt buttons

wardrobe in bathroom could do with a "mounting block" to reach the hanging rail dinner menu was a "bit fussy" and why oh why do all chefs have to follow some iduiot celebrity chef by putting meat (and fish) on top of vegetables - how the heck is one meant to cut it??

Breakfast was good, but I could have done without the intrusive music drifting in from the courtyard. The room was well equipped and very comfortable, although some biscuits would have been nice.

The room overlooked the courtyard, meaning that, due to the low windows in both the bathroom and the bedroom, privacy was an issue - I am not sure that anything can be done about that. The upside was that it was quiet at night and early in the morning with no intrusive traffic,