Title: The Dolphin Inn Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Dolphin Inn Inn in Leiston with free breakfast and restaurant ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25750000/25745500/25745474/843e112e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25750000/25745500/25745474/c6ebab35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25750000/25745500/25745474/bb546252.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25750000/25745500/25745474/f0c6dedc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25750000/25745500/25745474/588332b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Dolphin Inn, in a quaint town, offers a warm welcome, English breakfast, and a cozy bar with a restaurant. Guests enjoy WiFi and a terrace overlooking the garden - features previous visitors particularly appreciate. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Bar - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 29 - Oct 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=25745474&PinnedHotelID=25745474&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=25745474&PinnedHotelID=25745474&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 30 - Oct 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=25745474&PinnedHotelID=25745474&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=25745474&PinnedHotelID=25745474&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=25745474&PinnedHotelID=25745474&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=25745474&PinnedHotelID=25745474&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=25745474&PinnedHotelID=25745474&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=25745474&PinnedHotelID=25745474&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25750000/25745500/25745474/bb546252.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room (Room1) ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow-top bed Premium bedding Egyptian cotton bed sheets Bathrobes Shower/bath combination - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Double Room (Room2) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25750000/25745500/25745474/13968258.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room (Room2) ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow-top bed Premium bedding Egyptian cotton bed sheets Bathrobes Shower/bath combination - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Double Room (Room3) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25750000/25745500/25745474/4ebe5334.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room (Room3) ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow-top bed Premium bedding Egyptian cotton bed sheets Private bathroom Deep-soaking bath - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLeiston-Hotels-The-Dolphin-Inn.h25745474.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLeiston-Hotels-The-Dolphin-Inn.h25745474.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.18174%2C1.61467&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BaDAYQjlynNwNn8mxz1HjF8I7CU=) Old Homes Road, Leiston, England, IP16 4FE #### What's nearby - Thorpeness Golf Club - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Moot Hall - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles - Aldeburgh Golf Club - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles - Snape Maltings - 12 min drive - 7.9 miles - RSPB Minsmere - 17 min drive - 7.5 miles #### Getting around - Saxmundham Station - 16 min drive - Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 84 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dolphin Inn - ‬1 min drive - ‪Cross Keys Inn - ‬4 min drive - ‪The White Hart - ‬4 min drive - ‪Ive's Ice Cream & Coffee Bar - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Kitchen - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### The Dolphin Inn Property highlights At The Dolphin Inn, you can look forward to free English breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a restaurant. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at The Dolphin Inn offer perks, such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses - Electric kettles, heating and desks ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102150000/102140700/102140625/2445673e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### West House Farm Leiston - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included - Free WiFi £1,453 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=102140625&PinnedHotelID=102140625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage | Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87490000/87484700/87484604/a42e6e61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mellows, Thorpeness Leiston - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking included £1,346 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=87484604&PinnedHotelID=87484604&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34890000/34888200/34888178/73d9f9ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Eastwood Lodge Walberswick - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry 8.6 Excellent 66 reviews £70 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=34888178&PinnedHotelID=34888178&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10330000/10320700/10320652/d7661494.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ship at Dunwich Saxmundham - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 134 reviews £101 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=10320652&PinnedHotelID=10320652&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87490000/87487400/87487321/1e2136e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 52 Lee Road, Aldeburgh Aldeburgh - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=87487321&PinnedHotelID=87487321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87490000/87484700/87484630/w6000h3787x0y213-44003b69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Church Farm Cottage, Dunwich Saxmundham - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi £682 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=87484630&PinnedHotelID=87484630&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87490000/87484500/87484472/ffee32d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Two Chantry Barns, Orford Woodbridge - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking included £538 includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=87484472&PinnedHotelID=87484472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26991400/26991367/707290c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Punch Cottage Woodbridge - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking included £492 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=26991367&PinnedHotelID=26991367&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18800/18726/b6117df9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh Aldeburgh - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 429 reviews £137 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=18726&PinnedHotelID=18726&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83680000/83673800/83673763/2c4cd6e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Jolly Sailor Woodbridge - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Parking available 8.6 Excellent 40 reviews £110 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=83673763&PinnedHotelID=83673763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 - Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Guest services - No housekeeping service ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Egyptian cotton sheets - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Pillowtop mattress ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Slippers ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle ### More - Desk - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open Monday - Friday (11:00 AM - 3:00 PM) and Monday - Friday (6:00 PM - 11:00 PM) Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation During July-August, reception hours are Monday-Saturday from 11 AM-11 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM-10:30 PM. Reception is open from 11 AM-10:30 PM on Sunday. ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per day Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.00 per stay ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per day - Service animals are exempt from fees - Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.00 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 Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Dolphin Inn Leiston Dolphin Leiston The Dolphin Inn Inn The Dolphin Inn Leiston The Dolphin Inn Inn Leiston ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Dolphin Inn pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at The Dolphin Inn? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Dolphin Inn? > Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at The Dolphin Inn? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is The Dolphin Inn located? > Situated in Leiston, this inn is within a 10-minute walk of Thorpeness Golf Club and Thorpeness & Aldringham Heritage Centre. Moot Hall and Suffolk Coast and Heaths are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Spa Chester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-And-Spa-Chester.h527788.Hotel-Information) > > [Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Grosvenor-Pulford-Hotel-Spa.h790572.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [5* Detached Stone Cottage with a Private Indoor Pool (Not Shared)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashbourne-Hotels-5-Detached-Stone-Cottage-With-A-Private-Indoor-Pool.h31752210.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Doubletree-By-Hilton-Cheltenham.h65899.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Hotel Christchurch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Christchurch-Harbour-Hotel-And-Spa.h18097.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Cotswold Water Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-De-Vere-Cotswold-Water-Park.h1770053.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > > [Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leeds-Hotels-Oulton-Hall-Hotel.h15948.Hotel-Information) > > [The Park Royal Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warrington-Hotels-The-Park-Royal.h24462.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Windsor Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Egham-Hotels-Fairmont-Windsor-Park.h60335617.Hotel-Information) > > [Last Drop Village Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bolton-Hotels-Last-Drop-Village-Hotel-And-Spa.h9341.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis budget Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-Manchester-Airport.h75715089.Hotel-Information) > > [Ufford Park Woodbridge Hotel, Golf & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Woodbridge-Hotels-Ufford-Park-Woodbridge-Hotel.h12685.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-Dunston-Hall.h519081.Hotel-Information) > > [Redworth Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newton-Aycliffe-Hotels-Redworth-Hall-Hotel.h517266.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h57917040.Hotel-Information) > > [Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Macdonald-Old-England-Hotel-Spa.h10610.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) > > [Eels Foot Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leiston-Hotels-Eels-Foot-Inn.h4055308.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, A Verified Net Zero Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Manchester-City-Centre.h2601411.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [ORIDA Maidstone Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone-Hotels-ORIDA-Maidstone-Hotel.h74419166.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel-And-Spa.h901040.Hotel-Information) > > [Aphrodites Group](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Aphrodites-Group.h901033.Hotel-Information) > > [The Windermere Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-The-Windermere-Hotel.h13431161.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Silverstone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Towcester-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Silverstone.h48251404.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Bristol-Airport.h16543862.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Wokefield Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reading-Hotels-De-Vere-Wokefield-Estate.h1044123.Hotel-Information)