The Wentworth
The first hotel to feature in this Guide is also one of the most loved among long-standing readers, as dependable as the tides that wash over the sand and shingle beach opposite. More
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One of the hotels that have appeared in the Guide for the lengthiest time is also one of the most loved among long-standing readers – it’s as dependable as the tides that wash over the sand and shingle beach opposite. ‘My favourite destination in the UK,’ writes one. ‘Such a joy to be back there again,’ relates another. ‘Still a fantastic place, overseen by Michael Pritt, the caring owner.’ The ground floor has new carpet, and the hotel prides itself on its updated wallpapers and fabrics, but the feel remains traditional, and the lounges, with open fires, retain their clubby atmosphere. Immaculate bedrooms, some with wheelchair access and a bath and wet-room shower, are in the main hotel and Darfield House annexe. Many have ‘wonderful views of the sea’. There is a cosy bar with a wood-burner, access to sea-facing terraces. You can take afternoon tea indoors or out, dine in the restaurant (no shorts, please) where a wide menu, with plenty of meat-free options, includes dishes such as grilled Dover sole, caper and herb butter. ‘Many of the staff are still there and remember us. The food is delicious, even better than before.’ (Julian Landy, Simon Rodway)
Hotel details
Address
Wentworth Road
Aldeburgh
Suffolk
IP15 5BD
England
Telephone
01728 452312
Bedrooms
35. 7 in Darfield House opposite, 5 on ground floor, 2 in hotel and 1 in annexe suitable for disabled.
Open
all year except possibly 2 weeks in Jan.
Facilities
2 lounges, bar, restaurant (veg/vegan menus), in-room TV (Freeview), 2 terrace gardens, courtyard garden, parking, public rooms wheelchair accessible, adapted toilet.
Background music
none.
Children
all ages welcomed, extra bed £15.
Dogs
allowed in bedrooms (£5 per night) and public rooms, not in restaurant.
Credit cards
Amex, MC, Visa.
Prices
B&B doubles from £215, singles from £135. Set-price dinner £28–£34 (2/3 courses). 1-night bookings refused Sat.
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