The Old Times Guest House
3.5 star property

Comfortable Victorian guesthouse near Ipswich Waterfront

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The Old Times Guest House

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Outdoor dining
Front of property – evening/night
Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, individually decorated, individually furnished
Breakfast area
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of The Old Times Guest House

Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

Explore the area

213 215 Cauldwell Hall Road, Ipswich, England, IP4 5AS
  • Popular LocationIpswich Waterfront19 min walk
  • Popular LocationIpswich Regent Theatre19 min walk
  • Popular LocationFoxhall Stadium8 min drive
  • AirportNorwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)92 min drive
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Room options

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard Twin Room (Pete's)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Ipswich

Located in Ipswich, The Old Times Guest House is near a train station. Ipswich Waterfront and Sutton Hoo are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chantry Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Portman Road or Foxhall Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Ipswich Waterfront - 19 min walk
  • Ipswich Regent Theatre - 19 min walk
  • Portman Road - 4 min drive
  • Foxhall Stadium - 8 min drive
  • Jimmy's Farm - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Derby Road Station - 7 min walk
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Grand Old Duke of York - 15 min walk
  • Masha of India - 13 min walk
  • The Gardeners Arms - 18 min walk
  • The California Grill - 7 min walk
  • Little Beans Coffee House - 9 min walk

About this property

The Old Times Guest House

Guest house near Ipswich Waterfront
Located close to Ipswich Regent Theatre and Cardinal Park, The Old Times Guest House provides a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Coffee/tea in reception, smoke-free property and meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1920
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 20-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This hotel's policy is that pets are not allowed on furniture.
This property requires full payment at check-in for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Old Times Guest House Ipswich
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Times Guest House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Old Times Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Old Times Guest House?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Times Guest House?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Old Times Guest House located?

Situated in Ipswich, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ipswich Waterfront and Ipswich Regent Theatre. Cardinal Park and Portman Road are also within 2 mi (3 km). Derby Road Station is 7 minutes by foot.

The Old Times Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant stay at The Old times guest house. Clean, warm and lovely place. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfortable, with all the usual amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Pub 500 yards up the road has the same name which is a bit confusing when you are looking for the Guest House. Overall good standard. I do like my shower to have a bit more force. Meet and greet was in-depth explaining all you needed to know.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good, kelly was a great host. Hope to come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very convenient location for a local event that I attended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money, friendly staff, quiet peaceful place to stay. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019