1a Market Place, Stowmarket, IP14 1DT, United Kingdom
#5 of 14 hotels in Stowmarket
Guests' ChoiceBased on 167 apartment reviews
8.6Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
7.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 28 May 2024
Robin
United KingdomNoise
Location
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Tracy
United KingdomPerfect central location. Fabulous views,
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 April 2024
Andy
United KingdomWas a little noisy, but it’s in the town centre so that’s an obvious thing to say. Also it was quite a chilly night but extra bedding was provided so I slept well.
Great location. Really friendly hosts.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Tina
United KingdomNice central location with shops and food places on the doorstop.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Diana
United KingdomLocation was great for the town, restaurants, pubs, etc. and to get to the auction house and there was so much space in the apartment which was very well equipped and not at all noisy.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Anne
United KingdomGreat location. Comfy bed.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Steve
United KingdomStairs a bit steep and narrow for the less able.
Convenient in the town centre.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 29 January 2024
Eleanor
United KingdomVery steep stairs up to flat. Towels rough, prefer white towels as looks cleaner.
Great location, comfortable and well kitted out.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
Ryan
United KingdomEverything brilliant would stay again
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 15 January 2024
Ian
United KingdomHot water temperature was set too low but owner increased it on request. Shower needs replacing but owner knows this and is waiting for a plumber. Very steep stairs.
Well located for our needs in the middle of Stowmarket. Very comfortable bed.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 20 December 2023
Steve
United KingdomStairs might be an issue for the less able
Great bolt-hole in Stowmarket.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 6 December 2023
Lisa
United KingdomIt wasn’t as clean as I would have liked. The bedside table had a good layer of dust and the sink and toilet seat were not clean.
Very conveniently located for our purposes.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 31 October 2023
Paul
AustraliaThe steep and narrow stairs (of which we were aware) were tricky and, only with the help of Steve the owner, could we manage our luggage up the stairs. There was a little weekend street noise at night through the single pane windows but this could be expected.
Great location near the centre of the town. The apartment had all you need for a comfortable stay, laid out with separate bedroom, kitchen/dining, bathroom and living room. The very friendly owners maintained constant communication in the lead up to our stay and met us at the train station. Fresh from the local dairy, milk was provided. Good local markets on Saturday.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 28 October 2023
Michael
United KingdomNo invoice provided
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 27 October 2023
Wahlsten
AustraliaEverything was great!
The location was brilliant, the accommodation roomy & very comfortable, & the hosts were welcoming & really helpful! Would definitely recommend “The Lighthouse” as a terrific place to stay - & hope to get back there in the not too distant future ( ie, next time I visit England! ).
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 24 October 2023
Vivien
FranceCould have been cleaner
Comfortable, warm, welcoming
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 22 October 2023
Simon
United KingdomNothing
Excellent breakfast in the cafe below - Petite Pancakes. Highly recommended.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
Tamara
United StatesThe stairs! And there were lots of crumbs on the floor
Very cute flat. Was in a convenient location.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 5 October 2023
Sonia
United KingdomClean and cosy. Landlord and landlady were courteous and were there by phone if we needed anything
Location and was spotless. Very comfy. Near all the shops if we needed anything. We will definitely be booking again
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 25 September 2023
Hamilton
United KingdomThis little flat had everything I needed. Good layout of rooms! Light and airy and situated amongst the local shops! Clean and comfortable! The 2 flights of stairs may not be for everyone, but the hosts meet you and help with luggage if you want. It's worth the stairs though to get some spectacular views of sunsets over the rooftops!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 18 September 2023
Theresa
United KingdomReally good central location Host - friendly and helpful Would definately stay again
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 13 August 2023
Dave
United KingdomNothing.
Friendly hosts, good central location, clean flat with everything we needed on a one-night stay on a cycling trip. Host is also a cyclist and very helpful with planning the next day's route.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 4 August 2023
Peter
United KingdomNo parking, very steep staircase, shower not ideal
Great hosts, very nice flat
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 22 July 2023
Paul
United KingdomParking nearby is expensive and hard to find. Be aware the the stairs are 2 flights and could be difficult if limited physically.
Clean and tidy. Great for 3 people. Very nice decor. Perfect for attending a family occasion in nearby Bury St Edmunds. Exceptional value for money.
Stayed in July 2023
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