Guinness Arms
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$167
/ night
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite at Beer Garden, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private furnished patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Location
With a stay at Guinness Arms in Bury St Edmunds, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of West Stow Country Park and Anglo Saxon Village and Larkwood Trout Fishery. This luxury inn is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Lackford Lakes and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Fuller's Mill Garden.
What's nearby
West Stow Country Park and Anglo Saxon Village(1.5 miles)
Fuller's Mill Garden(3 miles)
Lackford Lakes(3.1 miles)
Larkwood Trout Fishery(3.1 miles)
Hawker Pool(3.3 miles)
Mildenhall and District Museum(4.3 miles)
Mildenhall Leisure Centre(5 miles)
Royal Worlington & Newmarket Golf Club(5.3 miles)
CurveMotion(6.4 miles)
Red Lodge Karting(7 miles)
Suffolk Regiment Museum(8.2 miles)
Mildenhall Stadium(8.4 miles)
Bury St Edmunds Leisure Centre(8.4 miles)
Cineworld Bury St Edmunds(8.7 miles)
The Apex(9 miles)
The nearest major airport is Cambridge (CBG)(22.5 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Garden
Location
The Street, Icklingham, England, United Kingdom
West Stow Country Park and Anglo Saxon Village (1.5 miles)
Fuller's Mill Garden (3 miles)
Lackford Lakes (3.1 miles)
Larkwood Trout Fishery (3.1 miles)
Hawker Pool (3.3 miles)
Mildenhall and District Museum (4.3 miles)
Guest reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Based on 41 verified reviews
What guests think
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Across many reviews, Guinness Arms earns strong praise for stylish, comfortable rooms, very friendly staff, and an on-site pub serving well-reviewed meals, with guests also appreciating air-conditioned accommodations, easy parking, and a quiet, attractive setting near Bury St Edmunds.
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Across many reviews, Guinness Arms earns strong praise for stylish, comfortable rooms, very friendly staff, and an on-site pub serving well-reviewed meals, with guests also appreciating air-conditioned accommodations, easy parking, and a quiet, attractive setting near Bury St Edmunds.
Cleanliness is consistently highlighted, with rooms and common areas described as spotless and well maintained. Some guests mention noise from rooms above and occasional check-in or wayfinding confusion; a few found breakfast or prices underwhelming. Expect a comfortable boutique pub stay with warm service and quality food.
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Facilities
Guests appreciate the on-site pub and restaurant, air-conditioned rooms, and convenient parking; dog-friendly areas are noted.
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Sarah
Feb 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice and modern rooms, classic British pub with amazing food!
Nice and modern rooms, classic British pub with amazing food!
10
Kelly
Oct 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay. One of the cleanest hotels I’ve had the pleasure of staying in. Rooms look like the images on the website. Very comfortable bed, aircon if needed. Restaurant/Bar - great choice of drinks and food. Food was great value and quality. Will definitely stay again
Great place to stay. One of the cleanest hotels I’ve had the pleasure of staying in. Rooms look like the images on the website. Very comfortable bed, aircon if needed. Restaurant/Bar - great choice of drinks and food. Food was great value and quality. Will definitely stay again
10
William
Nov 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lots of parking, quite area
Lots of parking, quite area
10
Jane
Aug 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in a room in the annexe to the main pub building, I guess it might be a former stable block? Everything has been refurbished to a very high standard and the room was perfect. We travelled with a dog and staff were incredibly welcoming and there was a dog friendly area in the bar where we could eat breakfast.
We stayed in a room in the annexe to the main pub building, I guess it might be a former stable block? Everything has been refurbished to a very high standard and the room was perfect. We travelled with a dog and staff were incredibly welcoming and there was a dog friendly area in the bar where we could eat breakfast.
10
Carly
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stunning rooms decorated to a high quality, comfortable and the biggest bonus of air con! Fantastic layout with everything you could need! Pub inside is clean and spacious, food is delicious. Outside space and beer garden well kept and large. We will definitely be staying again. It’s a perfect little trip away.
Stunning rooms decorated to a high quality, comfortable and the biggest bonus of air con! Fantastic layout with everything you could need! Pub inside is clean and spacious, food is delicious. Outside space and beer garden well kept and large. We will definitely be staying again. It’s a perfect little trip away.
10
Benjamin
Jul 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Just a brilliant, beautiful pub with great rooms and a lovely beer garden. Food is top notch too
Just a brilliant, beautiful pub with great rooms and a lovely beer garden. Food is top notch too
10
Louise
Feb 28, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful flying visit, beautiful location, stunning accommodation, friendly staff and dog friendly. Just fabulous.
Wonderful flying visit, beautiful location, stunning accommodation, friendly staff and dog friendly. Just fabulous.
10
Nathan
Jun 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely place to stay excellent, air conditioned rooms , nice location , lovely food , I would definitely come back
Lovely place to stay excellent, air conditioned rooms , nice location , lovely food , I would definitely come back
10
Karl
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What a great stay! Rooms are well appointed, love the decor. Plenty of in room refreshments to choose from. Good internet, iron etc. Great nights sleep, lovely and quiet. Parking is easy, the bar area is cosy and chilled. Restaurant has good food, evening meal fantastic, lunch (a Guinness burger) was probably the best ive had. The staff really make this place shine, very attentive and helpful. Ill definitely stay again, although this was for business in the area, the stay was actually a treat.
What a great stay! Rooms are well appointed, love the decor. Plenty of in room refreshments to choose from. Good internet, iron etc. Great nights sleep, lovely and quiet. Parking is easy, the bar area is cosy and chilled. Restaurant has good food, evening meal fantastic, lunch (a Guinness burger) was probably the best ive had. The staff really make this place shine, very attentive and helpful. Ill definitely stay again, although this was for business in the area, the stay was actually a treat.
8
Declan
Sep 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Air conditioning, good food, easy parking, quiet, comfortable
Air conditioning, good food, easy parking, quiet, comfortable
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is consistently praised, with rooms and public areas described as very clean or spotless.
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Kelly
Oct 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay. One of the cleanest hotels I’ve had the pleasure of staying in. Rooms look like the images on the website. Very comfortable bed, aircon if needed. Restaurant/Bar - great choice of drinks and food. Food was great value and quality. Will definitely stay again
Great place to stay. One of the cleanest hotels I’ve had the pleasure of staying in. Rooms look like the images on the website. Very comfortable bed, aircon if needed. Restaurant/Bar - great choice of drinks and food. Food was great value and quality. Will definitely stay again
10
Gemma
Mar 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had such a lovely stay, we checked out this morning and the place was super clean, beds and pillows really comfortable and lots of coffee/teas in the room. We will definitely be staying again, super close to the town centre of Bury St Edmund’s, just a 15 min drive which was ideal for us! We paid for breakfast this morning which was really tasty and we didn’t have to trek far, just across from the room.
We had such a lovely stay, we checked out this morning and the place was super clean, beds and pillows really comfortable and lots of coffee/teas in the room. We will definitely be staying again, super close to the town centre of Bury St Edmund’s, just a 15 min drive which was ideal for us! We paid for breakfast this morning which was really tasty and we didn’t have to trek far, just across from the room.
10
Carly
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stunning rooms decorated to a high quality, comfortable and the biggest bonus of air con! Fantastic layout with everything you could need! Pub inside is clean and spacious, food is delicious. Outside space and beer garden well kept and large. We will definitely be staying again. It’s a perfect little trip away.
Stunning rooms decorated to a high quality, comfortable and the biggest bonus of air con! Fantastic layout with everything you could need! Pub inside is clean and spacious, food is delicious. Outside space and beer garden well kept and large. We will definitely be staying again. It’s a perfect little trip away.
10
Thomas
Oct 27, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Lovely property--beautiful, traditional, clean throughout. Our room (Daphne) was perfect for our twelve-day stay. While we didn't take every meal there, we had many dinners and breakfasts and each was wonderful. Fresh, locally sourced (their own estate), and deliciously prepared. Would definitely stay again. Highly recommend!
Lovely property--beautiful, traditional, clean throughout. Our room (Daphne) was perfect for our twelve-day stay. While we didn't take every meal there, we had many dinners and breakfasts and each was wonderful. Fresh, locally sourced (their own estate), and deliciously prepared. Would definitely stay again. Highly recommend!
10
kim
Aug 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
My partner and I and my elderly parents had a last minute stay at the Guinness Arms as we were attending a family party nearby. We could not fault the rooms, service and breakfast the following day. It was very clean and inviting and had everything you would need for a comfortable stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We will definitely return in the near future. Thank you!
My partner and I and my elderly parents had a last minute stay at the Guinness Arms as we were attending a family party nearby. We could not fault the rooms, service and breakfast the following day. It was very clean and inviting and had everything you would need for a comfortable stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We will definitely return in the near future. Thank you!
10
Sigmund
Nov 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Super clean, comforting, and nice!
Super clean, comforting, and nice!
10
Tony
Nov 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in The Kenelm Room which was absolutely outstanding. The room was spotless and beautifully decorated. The ceiling had a skylight where you could look up to see the stars and watch planes from the local RAF base fly over. There was a good selection of complimentary drinks incl fresh coffee, bottled water and fresh milk alongside nice biscuits and a selection of teas. The water from the shower had excellent pressure and there were a lovely selection of toiletries available if you needed them as well as shaving equipment and dentistry sets. The bed was extremely comfortable and the pillows were perfect to ensure that a good nights sleep was had by all. We enjoyed an exquisitely cooked evening meal with a fabulous array of wines and an excellent selection of spirits also on offer. Breakfast was equally as good and everything was hot and well presented. Lucy the manager was warm and accommodating as was Amy and not forgetting Josh (waiter) who was exceptionally polite and courteous. The Guinness Arms went far beyond my expectations and I was more than impressed. Well done all of you 😀
We stayed in The Kenelm Room which was absolutely outstanding. The room was spotless and beautifully decorated. The ceiling had a skylight where you could look up to see the stars and watch planes from the local RAF base fly over. There was a good selection of complimentary drinks incl fresh coffee, bottled water and fresh milk alongside nice biscuits and a selection of teas. The water from the shower had excellent pressure and there were a lovely selection of toiletries available if you needed them as well as shaving equipment and dentistry sets. The bed was extremely comfortable and the pillows were perfect to ensure that a good nights sleep was had by all. We enjoyed an exquisitely cooked evening meal with a fabulous array of wines and an excellent selection of spirits also on offer. Breakfast was equally as good and everything was hot and well presented. Lucy the manager was warm and accommodating as was Amy and not forgetting Josh (waiter) who was exceptionally polite and courteous. The Guinness Arms went far beyond my expectations and I was more than impressed. Well done all of you 😀
10
Gregory
Jun 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Recently refurbished Pub with separate outhouses that have been converted into rooms. The rooms were in excellent condition. The fod in the pub both evening and breakfast were delicious. There is a nice outside play area for children which got heavy use.
Recently refurbished Pub with separate outhouses that have been converted into rooms. The rooms were in excellent condition. The fod in the pub both evening and breakfast were delicious. There is a nice outside play area for children which got heavy use.
10
Jenna
Nov 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Absolutely fantastic. Clean quiet with a luxury feel and attention to detail.
Absolutely fantastic. Clean quiet with a luxury feel and attention to detail.
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Robert
Apr 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff very helpful and very clean.
Staff very helpful and very clean.
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Rooms
Rooms are stylish, well-appointed, and comfortable, with many noting quiet stays and effective air conditioning. A few report noise from upstairs or common areas.
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Sarah
Feb 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice and modern rooms, classic British pub with amazing food!
Nice and modern rooms, classic British pub with amazing food!
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Gemma
Mar 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had such a lovely stay, we checked out this morning and the place was super clean, beds and pillows really comfortable and lots of coffee/teas in the room. We will definitely be staying again, super close to the town centre of Bury St Edmund’s, just a 15 min drive which was ideal for us! We paid for breakfast this morning which was really tasty and we didn’t have to trek far, just across from the room.
We had such a lovely stay, we checked out this morning and the place was super clean, beds and pillows really comfortable and lots of coffee/teas in the room. We will definitely be staying again, super close to the town centre of Bury St Edmund’s, just a 15 min drive which was ideal for us! We paid for breakfast this morning which was really tasty and we didn’t have to trek far, just across from the room.
10
Carly
Jun 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stunning rooms decorated to a high quality, comfortable and the biggest bonus of air con! Fantastic layout with everything you could need! Pub inside is clean and spacious, food is delicious. Outside space and beer garden well kept and large. We will definitely be staying again. It’s a perfect little trip away.
Stunning rooms decorated to a high quality, comfortable and the biggest bonus of air con! Fantastic layout with everything you could need! Pub inside is clean and spacious, food is delicious. Outside space and beer garden well kept and large. We will definitely be staying again. It’s a perfect little trip away.
10
Pedro
Aug 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Super friendly staff on arrival and when we had breakfast. We stayed in Garech Room. There was a room above us with some heavy footed occupants, but nothing some ear plugs didn't resolve. Nice powerful shower, really comfortable bed. Would stay again.
Super friendly staff on arrival and when we had breakfast. We stayed in Garech Room. There was a room above us with some heavy footed occupants, but nothing some ear plugs didn't resolve. Nice powerful shower, really comfortable bed. Would stay again.
10
Karl
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What a great stay! Rooms are well appointed, love the decor. Plenty of in room refreshments to choose from. Good internet, iron etc. Great nights sleep, lovely and quiet. Parking is easy, the bar area is cosy and chilled. Restaurant has good food, evening meal fantastic, lunch (a Guinness burger) was probably the best ive had. The staff really make this place shine, very attentive and helpful. Ill definitely stay again, although this was for business in the area, the stay was actually a treat.
What a great stay! Rooms are well appointed, love the decor. Plenty of in room refreshments to choose from. Good internet, iron etc. Great nights sleep, lovely and quiet. Parking is easy, the bar area is cosy and chilled. Restaurant has good food, evening meal fantastic, lunch (a Guinness burger) was probably the best ive had. The staff really make this place shine, very attentive and helpful. Ill definitely stay again, although this was for business in the area, the stay was actually a treat.
10
Tony
Nov 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in The Kenelm Room which was absolutely outstanding. The room was spotless and beautifully decorated. The ceiling had a skylight where you could look up to see the stars and watch planes from the local RAF base fly over. There was a good selection of complimentary drinks incl fresh coffee, bottled water and fresh milk alongside nice biscuits and a selection of teas. The water from the shower had excellent pressure and there were a lovely selection of toiletries available if you needed them as well as shaving equipment and dentistry sets. The bed was extremely comfortable and the pillows were perfect to ensure that a good nights sleep was had by all. We enjoyed an exquisitely cooked evening meal with a fabulous array of wines and an excellent selection of spirits also on offer. Breakfast was equally as good and everything was hot and well presented. Lucy the manager was warm and accommodating as was Amy and not forgetting Josh (waiter) who was exceptionally polite and courteous. The Guinness Arms went far beyond my expectations and I was more than impressed. Well done all of you 😀
We stayed in The Kenelm Room which was absolutely outstanding. The room was spotless and beautifully decorated. The ceiling had a skylight where you could look up to see the stars and watch planes from the local RAF base fly over. There was a good selection of complimentary drinks incl fresh coffee, bottled water and fresh milk alongside nice biscuits and a selection of teas. The water from the shower had excellent pressure and there were a lovely selection of toiletries available if you needed them as well as shaving equipment and dentistry sets. The bed was extremely comfortable and the pillows were perfect to ensure that a good nights sleep was had by all. We enjoyed an exquisitely cooked evening meal with a fabulous array of wines and an excellent selection of spirits also on offer. Breakfast was equally as good and everything was hot and well presented. Lucy the manager was warm and accommodating as was Amy and not forgetting Josh (waiter) who was exceptionally polite and courteous. The Guinness Arms went far beyond my expectations and I was more than impressed. Well done all of you 😀
10
Jacqueline
May 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Uniquely decorated property, comfortable bed, air conditioning and a beautiful boutique style rooms. Will be staying again when visiting my daughter and family. Best place we have stayed in the U.K.
Uniquely decorated property, comfortable bed, air conditioning and a beautiful boutique style rooms. Will be staying again when visiting my daughter and family. Best place we have stayed in the U.K.
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Joe
Jan 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing building, great beer and food, lovely rooms. Highly recommended.
Amazing building, great beer and food, lovely rooms. Highly recommended.
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Scott
Dec 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful rooms with all that you need and decor great
Beautiful rooms with all that you need and decor great
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Jonathan
Jan 16, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great little pub with rooms, only down side I slept on the lower floor and big foot was in the room above and woke me up through the night.
Great little pub with rooms, only down side I slept on the lower floor and big foot was in the room above and woke me up through the night.
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Service
Staff are widely described as friendly, welcoming, and attentive. A small number experienced check-in confusion or difficulty finding rooms.
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Stephen
Feb 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room 10/10 Staff 10/10 Food 10/10 Great place to say, friendly helpful staff, great room and excellent food. Will stay here again.
Room 10/10 Staff 10/10 Food 10/10 Great place to say, friendly helpful staff, great room and excellent food. Will stay here again.
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Paul
Mar 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, lovely premises and good food. The staff were excellent in all aspects.
Great location, lovely premises and good food. The staff were excellent in all aspects.
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Andrew
Jun 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly helpful staff. Great evening meal and breakfast, would stay or visit again.
Friendly helpful staff. Great evening meal and breakfast, would stay or visit again.
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Maz
Oct 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was comfortable, I had a good sleep, I arrived late, it was dark, I had trouble locating my room, no signage, and also trouble getting the key, there were no instructions by the lock.
The room was comfortable, I had a good sleep, I arrived late, it was dark, I had trouble locating my room, no signage, and also trouble getting the key, there were no instructions by the lock.
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William
May 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great pub food, some confusion from staff about booking through Expedia. Not much help at check in just thrown a key and expected to get on with it. Room and shower very good and peaceful area. Told breakfast was not included.
Great pub food, some confusion from staff about booking through Expedia. Not much help at check in just thrown a key and expected to get on with it. Room and shower very good and peaceful area. Told breakfast was not included.
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kim
Aug 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
My partner and I and my elderly parents had a last minute stay at the Guinness Arms as we were attending a family party nearby. We could not fault the rooms, service and breakfast the following day. It was very clean and inviting and had everything you would need for a comfortable stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We will definitely return in the near future. Thank you!
My partner and I and my elderly parents had a last minute stay at the Guinness Arms as we were attending a family party nearby. We could not fault the rooms, service and breakfast the following day. It was very clean and inviting and had everything you would need for a comfortable stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We will definitely return in the near future. Thank you!
10
Karl
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What a great stay! Rooms are well appointed, love the decor. Plenty of in room refreshments to choose from. Good internet, iron etc. Great nights sleep, lovely and quiet. Parking is easy, the bar area is cosy and chilled. Restaurant has good food, evening meal fantastic, lunch (a Guinness burger) was probably the best ive had. The staff really make this place shine, very attentive and helpful. Ill definitely stay again, although this was for business in the area, the stay was actually a treat.
What a great stay! Rooms are well appointed, love the decor. Plenty of in room refreshments to choose from. Good internet, iron etc. Great nights sleep, lovely and quiet. Parking is easy, the bar area is cosy and chilled. Restaurant has good food, evening meal fantastic, lunch (a Guinness burger) was probably the best ive had. The staff really make this place shine, very attentive and helpful. Ill definitely stay again, although this was for business in the area, the stay was actually a treat.
10
Tony
Nov 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in The Kenelm Room which was absolutely outstanding. The room was spotless and beautifully decorated. The ceiling had a skylight where you could look up to see the stars and watch planes from the local RAF base fly over. There was a good selection of complimentary drinks incl fresh coffee, bottled water and fresh milk alongside nice biscuits and a selection of teas. The water from the shower had excellent pressure and there were a lovely selection of toiletries available if you needed them as well as shaving equipment and dentistry sets. The bed was extremely comfortable and the pillows were perfect to ensure that a good nights sleep was had by all. We enjoyed an exquisitely cooked evening meal with a fabulous array of wines and an excellent selection of spirits also on offer. Breakfast was equally as good and everything was hot and well presented. Lucy the manager was warm and accommodating as was Amy and not forgetting Josh (waiter) who was exceptionally polite and courteous. The Guinness Arms went far beyond my expectations and I was more than impressed. Well done all of you 😀
We stayed in The Kenelm Room which was absolutely outstanding. The room was spotless and beautifully decorated. The ceiling had a skylight where you could look up to see the stars and watch planes from the local RAF base fly over. There was a good selection of complimentary drinks incl fresh coffee, bottled water and fresh milk alongside nice biscuits and a selection of teas. The water from the shower had excellent pressure and there were a lovely selection of toiletries available if you needed them as well as shaving equipment and dentistry sets. The bed was extremely comfortable and the pillows were perfect to ensure that a good nights sleep was had by all. We enjoyed an exquisitely cooked evening meal with a fabulous array of wines and an excellent selection of spirits also on offer. Breakfast was equally as good and everything was hot and well presented. Lucy the manager was warm and accommodating as was Amy and not forgetting Josh (waiter) who was exceptionally polite and courteous. The Guinness Arms went far beyond my expectations and I was more than impressed. Well done all of you 😀
10
Michael
Sep 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent all round proposition ,particularly the staff who all went out of their way to enhance our stay at the Guinness Arms.Would definitely stay again.
Excellent all round proposition ,particularly the staff who all went out of their way to enhance our stay at the Guinness Arms.Would definitely stay again.
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Jason
Aug 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely comfortable room and unique in appearance. We found the room to be very quiet at night time during our weekend stay. The food in the restaurant was very good and seemed popular with the locals as well. Make sure you book a table for dinner if you are staying. Great staff, great service!
Lovely comfortable room and unique in appearance. We found the room to be very quiet at night time during our weekend stay. The food in the restaurant was very good and seemed popular with the locals as well. Make sure you book a table for dinner if you are staying. Great staff, great service!
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Location
Set in a pleasant, quiet location within a short drive of Bury St Edmunds (about 15–20 minutes), and considered convenient by several reviewers.
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Paul
Mar 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, lovely premises and good food. The staff were excellent in all aspects.
Great location, lovely premises and good food. The staff were excellent in all aspects.
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Gemma
Mar 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had such a lovely stay, we checked out this morning and the place was super clean, beds and pillows really comfortable and lots of coffee/teas in the room. We will definitely be staying again, super close to the town centre of Bury St Edmund’s, just a 15 min drive which was ideal for us! We paid for breakfast this morning which was really tasty and we didn’t have to trek far, just across from the room.
We had such a lovely stay, we checked out this morning and the place was super clean, beds and pillows really comfortable and lots of coffee/teas in the room. We will definitely be staying again, super close to the town centre of Bury St Edmund’s, just a 15 min drive which was ideal for us! We paid for breakfast this morning which was really tasty and we didn’t have to trek far, just across from the room.
10
William
Nov 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lots of parking, quite area
Lots of parking, quite area
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Louise
Feb 28, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful flying visit, beautiful location, stunning accommodation, friendly staff and dog friendly. Just fabulous.
Wonderful flying visit, beautiful location, stunning accommodation, friendly staff and dog friendly. Just fabulous.
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Nathan
Jun 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely place to stay excellent, air conditioned rooms , nice location , lovely food , I would definitely come back
Lovely place to stay excellent, air conditioned rooms , nice location , lovely food , I would definitely come back
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Declan
Sep 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Air conditioning, good food, easy parking, quiet, comfortable
Air conditioning, good food, easy parking, quiet, comfortable
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Amy
Jan 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Such a beautiful place to stay especially during the Christmas period, the room we had was stunning, very cozy and the bed was comfortable. There was a good selection of teas and coffee. Pub/restaurant was really lovely the meal we had was delicious. Bury St Edmonds was only 20 minutes away, definitely a lovely place to visit.
Such a beautiful place to stay especially during the Christmas period, the room we had was stunning, very cozy and the bed was comfortable. There was a good selection of teas and coffee. Pub/restaurant was really lovely the meal we had was delicious. Bury St Edmonds was only 20 minutes away, definitely a lovely place to visit.
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Jason
Aug 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely comfortable room and unique in appearance. We found the room to be very quiet at night time during our weekend stay. The food in the restaurant was very good and seemed popular with the locals as well. Make sure you book a table for dinner if you are staying. Great staff, great service!
Lovely comfortable room and unique in appearance. We found the room to be very quiet at night time during our weekend stay. The food in the restaurant was very good and seemed popular with the locals as well. Make sure you book a table for dinner if you are staying. Great staff, great service!
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Dining
Food at the pub and restaurant receives frequent praise for quality across dinners and breakfasts, with good beer noted. A few guests found breakfast underwhelming or thought prices were high.
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Russell
Jun 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room lovely. Food and drinks expensive. Ragou not as expected.
Room lovely. Food and drinks expensive. Ragou not as expected.
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Kelly
Oct 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay. One of the cleanest hotels I’ve had the pleasure of staying in. Rooms look like the images on the website. Very comfortable bed, aircon if needed. Restaurant/Bar - great choice of drinks and food. Food was great value and quality. Will definitely stay again
Great place to stay. One of the cleanest hotels I’ve had the pleasure of staying in. Rooms look like the images on the website. Very comfortable bed, aircon if needed. Restaurant/Bar - great choice of drinks and food. Food was great value and quality. Will definitely stay again
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Paul
Mar 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, lovely premises and good food. The staff were excellent in all aspects.
Great location, lovely premises and good food. The staff were excellent in all aspects.
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LIAM
Jul 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing property, great breakfast, and great dinner.
Amazing property, great breakfast, and great dinner.
10
Kim
Jul 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect weekend. Lovely room, excellent staff and wonderful food! Thank you
Perfect weekend. Lovely room, excellent staff and wonderful food! Thank you
10
Thomas
Oct 27, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Lovely property--beautiful, traditional, clean throughout. Our room (Daphne) was perfect for our twelve-day stay. While we didn't take every meal there, we had many dinners and breakfasts and each was wonderful. Fresh, locally sourced (their own estate), and deliciously prepared. Would definitely stay again. Highly recommend!
Lovely property--beautiful, traditional, clean throughout. Our room (Daphne) was perfect for our twelve-day stay. While we didn't take every meal there, we had many dinners and breakfasts and each was wonderful. Fresh, locally sourced (their own estate), and deliciously prepared. Would definitely stay again. Highly recommend!
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Karl
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What a great stay! Rooms are well appointed, love the decor. Plenty of in room refreshments to choose from. Good internet, iron etc. Great nights sleep, lovely and quiet. Parking is easy, the bar area is cosy and chilled. Restaurant has good food, evening meal fantastic, lunch (a Guinness burger) was probably the best ive had. The staff really make this place shine, very attentive and helpful. Ill definitely stay again, although this was for business in the area, the stay was actually a treat.
What a great stay! Rooms are well appointed, love the decor. Plenty of in room refreshments to choose from. Good internet, iron etc. Great nights sleep, lovely and quiet. Parking is easy, the bar area is cosy and chilled. Restaurant has good food, evening meal fantastic, lunch (a Guinness burger) was probably the best ive had. The staff really make this place shine, very attentive and helpful. Ill definitely stay again, although this was for business in the area, the stay was actually a treat.
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Emma
Dec 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was fantastic, the evening meal was lovely but the breakfast was disappointing. The sausage had no colour, the sautéed potatoes were really just boiled and sliced (not crispy at all) and the scrambled egg was sliceable!
The room was fantastic, the evening meal was lovely but the breakfast was disappointing. The sausage had no colour, the sautéed potatoes were really just boiled and sliced (not crispy at all) and the scrambled egg was sliceable!
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Lee
Aug 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic place, Room, Restaurant and Food, we will most definitely be returning very soon. I would recommend everyone to visit.
Fantastic place, Room, Restaurant and Food, we will most definitely be returning very soon. I would recommend everyone to visit.
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Jason
Aug 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely comfortable room and unique in appearance. We found the room to be very quiet at night time during our weekend stay. The food in the restaurant was very good and seemed popular with the locals as well. Make sure you book a table for dinner if you are staying. Great staff, great service!
Lovely comfortable room and unique in appearance. We found the room to be very quiet at night time during our weekend stay. The food in the restaurant was very good and seemed popular with the locals as well. Make sure you book a table for dinner if you are staying. Great staff, great service!
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Darren
Jul 21, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent hotel/pub. Will definitely be using again
Excellent hotel/pub. Will definitely be using again
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David
Jul 19, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Room features above expectations and excellent cooked breakfast.
Room features above expectations and excellent cooked breakfast.
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Cristina
May 28, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Adorable hotel, lovely staff
Adorable hotel, lovely staff
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Lee
May 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Would have been perfect but the air con wasn't working and we had no hot water in the morning either due to a boiler issue.
Would have been perfect but the air con wasn't working and we had no hot water in the morning either due to a boiler issue.
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Carol
May 2, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful room, our mattress was comfy although there was roll together. Staff very friendly, we had dinner, unfortunately staff were not very attentive we had to get a member of staffs attention on a number of occasions to ask for extra drinks etc. we ordered some liquor coffees for after dinner only to find out there was no cream left, disappointing.
Beautiful room, our mattress was comfy although there was roll together. Staff very friendly, we had dinner, unfortunately staff were not very attentive we had to get a member of staffs attention on a number of occasions to ask for extra drinks etc. we ordered some liquor coffees for after dinner only to find out there was no cream left, disappointing.
FAQs about Guinness Arms
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. Guests must contact the property in advance to reserve parking as it is limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 until 21:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out options may be available upon request, but guests should contact the property in advance.
What accessibility features does the property offer?
The property has limited wheelchair accessibility, including accessible public areas and facilities. Guests with specific needs should contact the property for more detailed information.
Where is the property located in relation to key attractions?
The property is located in Icklingham, within a 5-minute drive of West Stow Country Park and Anglo Saxon Village. It is approximately 12.9 miles from Newmarket Racecourse and 3 miles from Lackford Lakes.
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- 2026-09-17: 180.30334492797851USD
- 2026-09-18: 201.13305109252929USD
- 2026-09-19: 178.38004200134276USD
- 2026-09-20: 153.78003901062013USD
- 2026-09-21: 198.99005401611328USD
- 2026-09-22: 194.06004073791505USD
- 2026-09-23: 180.30334492797851USD
- 2026-09-24: 182.2632960357666USD
- 2026-09-25: 178.38004200134276USD
- 2026-09-26: 226.27467804870605USD
- 2026-09-27: 153.78003901062013USD
- 2026-09-28: 223.84161451721192USD
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- 2026-10-04: 153.78003901062013USD
- 2026-10-05: 183.77003602905273USD
- 2026-10-06: 199.21685451049805USD
- 2026-10-07: 182.17055912475587USD
- 2026-10-08: 188.18004564208985USD
- 2026-10-09: 195.9459157348633USD
- 2026-10-10: 182.2632960357666USD
- 2026-10-11: 153.66883623657228USD
- 2026-10-12: 182.2161921356201USD
- 2026-10-13: 178.7328073272705USD
- 2026-10-14: 180.69704705200195USD
- 2026-10-15: 182.17055912475587USD
- 2026-10-16: 195.04753909301758USD
- 2026-10-17: 178.29054813537599USD
- 2026-10-18: 153.66883623657228USD
- 2026-10-19: 178.26346959533691USD
- 2026-10-20: 180.8162068054199USD
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- 2026-10-22: 178.28175824279785USD
- 2026-10-23: 182.2161921356201USD
- 2026-10-24: 182.5882916809082USD
- 2026-10-25: 157.15004129333497USD
- 2026-10-26: 182.17055912475587USD
- 2026-10-27: 182.17055912475587USD
- 2026-10-28: 188.10807839660643USD
- 2026-10-29: 182.17055912475587USD
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- 2026-10-31: 178.26346959533691USD
- 2026-11-01: 155.45908570861818USD
- 2026-11-02: 195.04753909301758USD
- 2026-11-03: 182.2785365753174USD
- 2026-11-04: 182.17055912475587USD
- 2026-11-05: 193.21305661315918USD
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Breakage deposit: GBP 50 per stay
- 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
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Cashless transactions are available
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
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