Is parking available at the hotel?

Self-parking is available on-site for a fee of GBP 7.50 per day. There is also uncovered valet parking for the same fee. Additionally, nearby parking is available at a rate of GBP 7.50 per day, located 3281 ft away and open 24 hours.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Full breakfasts are available for a fee, served on weekdays from 7 AM to 10 AM and on weekends from 8 AM to 10:30 AM. The cost ranges from approximately GBP 14 to 20 for adults and GBP 10 to 20 for children.

Does the hotel allow pets?

Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Guests should contact the property directly to arrange for bringing pets.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The hotel features elevators, a wheelchair-accessible registration desk, and a wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant. There are also handrails in stairways and a stair-free path to the entrance, ensuring accessibility for guests with disabilities.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is centrally located in Ipswich, just steps from Ipswich Waterfront and within a 10-minute walk of Ipswich Regent Theatre. It is approximately 0.9 miles from Cardinal Park and 1.2 miles from New Wolsey Theatre. Public transport options may be available nearby.

What are the hotel's policies regarding children?

Children are allowed at the hotel. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified in the provided information.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The hotel offers cribs for a fee of GBP 10.00 per stay and rollaway beds for GBP 10.00 per night. Availability is limited, and advance request or confirmation may be required.

Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa in Ipswich

Average nightly price at Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$182
February	US$193
March	US$192
April	US$191
May	US$219
June	US$219
July	US$205
August	US$211
September	US$205
October	US$182
November	US$177
December	US$179

What guests think

Reviews of Salthouse Harbour Hotel highlight its scenic harbourfront location, stylish comfortable rooms with marina views, and consistently friendly, professional staff, while noting some drawbacks such as limited parking, occasional service lapses, and rooms without air conditioning.

Many highlight excellent food and breakfasts in the on-site restaurant. Several guests feel room rates and certain extras are expensive for what’s included. Overall, expect a distinctive boutique stay with a relaxed atmosphere.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

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Facilities

On-site parking is limited, with valet or overflow arrangements helping but sometimes confusing or chargeable. Bar space can feel small at busy times, and irons are available on request rather than in-room.

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Roger

1 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location on the harbour. Met on arrival and our car was dealt with by valet service. We had a great stay.

10

debbie

7 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A very comfortable overnight stay. It would be nice to have a larger bar area. Our room was clean and comfortable

8

Andrew

10 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely property but some of the rooms (mine) had small windows - nothing like the pictures. Parking a challenge and VIP benefit has to be asked for. Breakfast expensive compared to other waterside locations

8

Michael

1 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel in good location, very nice rooms, easy free parking looked after by concierge. Very friendly and helpful staff. Shame that upon arrival receptionist asks if you would like to purchase an upgraded room instead of automatic upgrades being given where available.

10

Maria

29 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel and great location, parked with ease in their car park too.

10

James

28 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Thoroughly enjoyable stay with some first class breakfasts, It was a special 50th birthday treat and we were made to feel very welcome. We had a nice card wishing us a nice stay. The room and the view were a very high quality. Things to improve upon. I think to make it clear that we should have gone to the overflow car park first before arriving at the venue. We arrived there not knowing where to park and we assumed that the car park would be next to the building - it wasn't super clear from the email. The only thing wrong with the room was a cracked bathroom mirror (we were in 3-11)_

10

Kendra

6 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room and hotel overall was clean and eclectic. No iron or ironing board in the room but you can request one at the front desk. Did not receive any Expedia VIP benefits even though hotel was not sold out.

10

Steve

7 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We always love staying at the Salthouse. Our stay was superb, as always. Staff are great, and really glad parking seems to be a lot better now by having staff park your car in an overflow car park for you

10

Ian

10 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location on the harbour. All the staff we met were very helpful and friendly. Room was comfortable and clean. Limited parking which is chargeable if not booking direct. 15 minute walk to town centre. We didn’t use the restaurant but looked nice with locally sourced goods.

10

Kevin

29 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great check in, very friendly staff, hotel was full so being able to get a drink and a seat problematic. Good area around with bars and restaurants so able to go out for a drink and food.

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Cleanliness

Most guests describe rooms and public areas as very clean, including spotless or immaculate standards. A few report maintenance issues such as bathroom leaks, damp patches, or a cracked mirror.

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debbie

7 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A very comfortable overnight stay. It would be nice to have a larger bar area. Our room was clean and comfortable

6

Darren

17 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Had a wedding reception at Isaacs next door so took the opportunity to stay at this lovely hotel. Whilst the common areas are very well kept, the room left a bit to be desired. Looked tired and dirty in places and the bathroom leaked water into the room itself. Would have been fantastic at a £150-£180 price point but at well in excess of £200 not including breakfast this is way too expensive.

10

Cheryl

5 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We’ve stayed at the hotel many times and it never fails to deliver. The service, rooms and clealiness are outstanding.

6

Alison

5 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

In some ways the hotel was great, the room was large and well decorated and the desk team welcoming. However, there is no parking, no irons and ironing boards in the room, no-one picked up when we dialled for service - we tried 8 times, the bathroom had considerable damp issues and all of this detracted from wanting to stay here again.

8

Michelle

29 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room was nice, the water spread I’ve the bathroom floor when I used the shower, I had to mop up the water with towels so it did not spread onto the carpet in the room

10

Andrea

12 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wow what a lovely hotel, staff so very welcoming and very helpful. Room was immaculately clean. We booked one night as we had tickets to see Fishermans Friends at the Regent Theatre. Was perfect walking distance. Great view of the waterfront from our window even though we were in a room on the side. Breakfast was really well cooked. Would highly recommend. We loved our stay here

10

Shirley

23 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Spotlessly clean, great service and a good quality breakfast.

10

James

28 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Thoroughly enjoyable stay with some first class breakfasts, It was a special 50th birthday treat and we were made to feel very welcome. We had a nice card wishing us a nice stay. The room and the view were a very high quality. Things to improve upon. I think to make it clear that we should have gone to the overflow car park first before arriving at the venue. We arrived there not knowing where to park and we assumed that the car park would be next to the building - it wasn't super clear from the email. The only thing wrong with the room was a cracked bathroom mirror (we were in 3-11)_

10

Susan

24 Jan 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent hotel, comfortable, clean and friendly staff

10

Ian

10 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location on the harbour. All the staff we met were very helpful and friendly. Room was comfortable and clean. Limited parking which is chargeable if not booking direct. 15 minute walk to town centre. We didn’t use the restaurant but looked nice with locally sourced goods.

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Rooms

Rooms are stylish, comfortable and often spacious, with many offering marina views and balconies. Recurring drawbacks include the absence of air conditioning or temperature control in some rooms and occasional signs of dated décor.

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David

3 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Service of the staff was fantastic, best i've had in UK for sometime. rooms were OK, could do with Air-Con, you'd expect it for the prices charged. nice location. Art and decor inside the hotel is cheap, interior designer went on a horrific shopping spree.

8

Andrew

10 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely property but some of the rooms (mine) had small windows - nothing like the pictures. Parking a challenge and VIP benefit has to be asked for. Breakfast expensive compared to other waterside locations

6

Darren

17 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Had a wedding reception at Isaacs next door so took the opportunity to stay at this lovely hotel. Whilst the common areas are very well kept, the room left a bit to be desired. Looked tired and dirty in places and the bathroom leaked water into the room itself. Would have been fantastic at a £150-£180 price point but at well in excess of £200 not including breakfast this is way too expensive.

8

Karen

5 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great views of the marina. Lovely designed

10

Sandra

7 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely room. Comfortable bed . Balcony with views of the Marina and town. Staff were great. 10/10

10

Jan

23 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A very relaxing and comfortable stay, a spacious room with an extremely comfortable bed and lovely bathroom with a 'free standing bath'. Room was very well laid out with furniture and tasteful decorative features. We had a Juliette balcony that framed the view of the Neptune Harbour immediately outside the hotel front. The staff were very attentive and friendly, especially the Manager who greeted us and reassured us upon our arrival. Everything was conveniently located and there was a high standard of service and great quality food and a great range of dishes to choose from.

10

Henry

29 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great pet friendly hotel. Very modern, spacious and comfortable room. My only observation was that there was no means to regulate room temperature, either up or down. It was good that it was a typical British summer and wasn’t too hot.

6

James

12 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Dated room s

8

Susan

15 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Pleasant stay, room a bit smaller than anticipated but comfortable. We thought it perhaps a little overpriced. We had a Marina view room with small balcony, lovely outlook.

6

Stephen

25 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

No air conditioning in the room. It was uncomfortably hot and difficult to sleep. At this price point air conditioning is expected.

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, professional and helpful. Occasional lapses include slow restaurant clearing, unreturned calls, inconsistent VIP benefits, and poor follow-up after an incident.

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Caroline

18 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is right by the harbour with a pretty view. The street in front is one way and not a thoroughfare, so was quiet. The hotel is a few minutes walk to the centre of town, and there are many pubs and restaurants close by. The staff were friendly and extremely helpful.

10

Rosalind

12 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We only stayed one night but were very.impressed. Will certainly stay again. Thank you your staff are superb. Thank you

10

jason

26 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very stylish boutique hotel on the waterfront. The team working there are friendly and professional.

8

Marie

5 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We stayed 3 nights, i broke my toe getting out of the shower as its high, i didnt realise it till that night when i took my boot off i asked reception for some surgical tape which i got and told girl on there id done it before so i knew to tape the 2 toes together. My husband mentioned it to a manager in passing when he was at the bar and he said " she did it before didnt she?" , he didnt bother come over to me or ask how i was and it was not put in the accident book either, this in my opinion is very unprofessional and poor management , its not cheap in there and we paid top notch so expect a bit more courtesy even if he didnt care. I did say something when we checked out and the girl was also surprised at this . Disappointing to say the least .

6

Alison

5 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

In some ways the hotel was great, the room was large and well decorated and the desk team welcoming. However, there is no parking, no irons and ironing boards in the room, no-one picked up when we dialled for service - we tried 8 times, the bathroom had considerable damp issues and all of this detracted from wanting to stay here again.

10

Jill

19 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel. The staff were superb and very helpful.

10

David

8 Dec 2021

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic service from all the staff we met. Friendly and super helpful.

10

Kendra

6 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room and hotel overall was clean and eclectic. No iron or ironing board in the room but you can request one at the front desk. Did not receive any Expedia VIP benefits even though hotel was not sold out.

8

Robert

18 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Service for dinner was poor. We were served our mains course but once finished the dirty plates were left on the table for an hour and it was only then we were asked if we wanted a dessert.

10

Ian

10 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location on the harbour. All the staff we met were very helpful and friendly. Room was comfortable and clean. Limited parking which is chargeable if not booking direct. 15 minute walk to town centre. We didn’t use the restaurant but looked nice with locally sourced goods.

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Location

Scenic harbourfront setting with marina views and easy walking access to bars, restaurants and the town centre; generally a quiet spot.

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Caroline

18 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is right by the harbour with a pretty view. The street in front is one way and not a thoroughfare, so was quiet. The hotel is a few minutes walk to the centre of town, and there are many pubs and restaurants close by. The staff were friendly and extremely helpful.

10

Prateek

24 Jan 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, fantastic service and room.

8

carol

28 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great Hotel on the Harbour, excellent location.

10

Simon

14 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Salthouse is continually a fabulous hotel to visit, due to its location, high quality and comfort of the rooms.

10

Jamie

26 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel in excellent condition. Great location, ideal for getting round the harbour and into town.

10

John

12 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel has excellent decor and sutuated in an ideal position beside the marina. Felt as though we were staying abroad like St. Tropez with the great outlook.

10

Christine

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My first stay here but not my last. Beautiful location

10

Shahid

27 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Property is located right outside the harbour, was given a room with harbour view. Received excellent service at check-in. Was surprised there was no toothpaste in bathroom, so had to call reception, and they sent it over. Only gripe is the continental breakfast @ £8.50 did not seem good value, it was not a buffet, you just give the waitress what you want from the menu, which had around 6 options.Have been to many hotels, and all have been buffet breakfasts, and have plenty of offerings. Yes would definitely stay there again, but would not take the breakfast option.

10

Mark

27 Dec 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff were super friendly and helpful. Best location in Ipswich. Rooms comfortable and great view of the marina. Highly recommended.

10

Ian

10 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location on the harbour. All the staff we met were very helpful and friendly. Room was comfortable and clean. Limited parking which is chargeable if not booking direct. 15 minute walk to town centre. We didn’t use the restaurant but looked nice with locally sourced goods.

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Dining

Food and breakfasts are frequently praised for quality, and many enjoy the restaurant and bar. Some guests find service slow at times and certain options or breakfasts pricey for the value.

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Keith

13 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was about our 5th or 6th stay at the Salthouse Harbour Hotel - we love it , excellent quality, fantastic views of the Ipswich Marina. Staff are helpful and friendly. Restaurant top notch, we really enjoyed the breakfasts and dinner. Thank you to everyone at Salthouse Harbour Hotel. See you again soon.

10

Helen

26 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The interiors are well thought out, decorated with quality and often unusual items. I especially loved the Lloyd loom dressing table chair on castors, presumably once an office chair. Really comfortable bed and chairs in the room, lovely toiletries, good tea, coffee and biscuits selection. We were very lucky to have a marina facing room with a little balcony. We had a couple of drinks on room service, all very prompt. The bar area was a lovely area to relax in the evening and the restaurant was busy, bustling and cosy. We didn’t have dinner but did have a lovely breakfast. The staff are fabulous. Discreet, efficient and friendly. Couldn’t fault the service here, some of the best I’ve experienced. We would definitely stay again.

10

Abby

16 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely food, drink, staff & ambiance

10

Paul

13 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent hotel, with great staff. Both breakfast and dinner were very good, and I would definitely recommend to anyone looking to stay in the area

8

Peter

1 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely condition hotel was really disappointing for £159 you had such poor Tv service within the room , bar service was also dreadful after 11

10

Carolyn

24 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Quirky inside with great service from everyone. Room was overlooking harbour and was really nice. Good area, parking on first come basis was ok as we arrived early. The Grazing Sheep cafe was a hundred yards around the harbour and did excellent breakfast (better than £14 pp at hotel). Had delicious and good value dinner in hotel on 5-6pm deal (£29 pp for 3 course dinner with glass of wine or cocktail included).

10

Andrew G

11 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Not my first time here. It's a nice place. Rooms are a high standard. Breakfast is very good.

10

Shahid

27 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Property is located right outside the harbour, was given a room with harbour view. Received excellent service at check-in. Was surprised there was no toothpaste in bathroom, so had to call reception, and they sent it over. Only gripe is the continental breakfast @ £8.50 did not seem good value, it was not a buffet, you just give the waitress what you want from the menu, which had around 6 options.Have been to many hotels, and all have been buffet breakfasts, and have plenty of offerings. Yes would definitely stay there again, but would not take the breakfast option.

8

Robert

18 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Service for dinner was poor. We were served our mains course but once finished the dirty plates were left on the table for an hour and it was only then we were asked if we wanted a dessert.

10

Kevin

1 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Stunning property with a stunning view across the marina. Great restaurant with really friendly efficient team.

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1 $165	2 $216	3	4 $199	5 $177	6 $229	7 $237
8 $172	9 $178	10	11 $186	12 $183	13 $197	14 $219
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22 $171	23 $215	24	25 $187	26 $182	27 $237	28 $233
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Salthouse Harbour Hotel and Spa

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