Thorpeness Golf Club And Hotel

Seaside hotel with award-winning 18-hole golf course designed by James Braid

Golf & Activities

Thorpeness Golf Club And Hotel offers an award-winning 18-hole championship golf course designed by James Braid, set amid heathland and gorse. Guests can also play mini golf featuring local landmarks, or try billiards and darts in the clubhouse. Year-round golf breaks include unlimited golf, and the course is recognized for its quality and sustainability efforts.

Rooms & Accommodations

The hotel provides spacious rooms with private bathrooms, TVs, and tea, coffee, and biscuits; some rooms include sofas, French windows, or a patio. Many rooms have views of the golf course or gardens, and superior rooms feature a comfortable bed and a recently decorated interior. Pet-friendly accommodations are available in designated areas, with a dog charge of £10 per night as listed on the hotel website.

Dining & Bars

Ogilvie's Grill House serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner using locally sourced ingredients, with a menu that changes regularly. Two bars within Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel offer light meals, a selection of award-winning beers and wines, and a terrace overlooking the Meare. Guests can also enjoy packed lunches for coastal walks or order room service during their stay.

Location & Surroundings

Thorpeness Hotel & Golf Club sits next to the famous Thorpeness Meare and is a 5-minute walk from the beach on the Suffolk Heritage Coast. Nearby attractions include Aldeburgh Beach, Sudbourne Beach, and The Meare, with access to coastal walking trails and boating on the lake. The area is known for its music, poetry, and literary festivals, plus free tennis at Thorpeness Country Club most of the year.

Family & Pet Policies

Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel welcomes families with activities for all ages, including mini golf and walking trails. Dogs are allowed in designated rooms, the bar, and lounge areas, and even on the golf course with golfers. The hotel also provides pet bowls, and a full cooked breakfast is served each morning in the restaurant overlooking the course.

• Golf: 18-hole championship course by James Braid with year-round breaks
• Dining: Ogilvie's Grill House & two bars with award-winning beers
• Location: Adjacent to Thorpeness Meare and 5-min walk to beach
• Pet-Friendly: Dogs allowed in rooms, bar, lounge, and on golf course
• Activities: Mini golf, billiards, darts, coastal trails, free tennis at Thorpeness Country Club
• Sustainability: Focus on harmony with local environment