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Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

4.0 star property
Inn in Ipswich with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Restaurant
Front of property
Lobby
The Mermaid Ipswich by Marston's Inns offers comfort and convenience near the train station. Kids enjoy the playground, parents the WiFi. Guests start with breakfast, explore the area, then relax at the bar or restaurant where attentive staff ensure a memorable experience.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Room options

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Sept 20 - Sept 21
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Tomorrow

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - single
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Double or Twin Room

Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Ipswich, Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns is near a train station. Sir John Mills Theatre and New Wolsey Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Namco Funscape and The Question Mark Sculpture. Suffolk Leisure Park and The Suffolk Show are also worth visiting.
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Yarmouth Road, Ipswich, England, IP1 2EN

What's nearby

  • Portman Road - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University Campus Suffolk - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Ipswich Regent Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Ipswich Waterfront - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Jimmy's Farm - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Ipswich (IPW-Ipswich Train Station) - 16 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪‘78 Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sir Bobby Robson Suite - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns

Upscale inn near Ipswich Waterfront
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a playground at Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns. In addition to a bar and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns include perks, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

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

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 8.75 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 20 January to 14 February:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 8.75 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns on 12 Oct 2025 start from NZ$133.34, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns located?

Situated in Ipswich, this inn is within a 15-minute walk of Sir John Mills Theatre, Portman Road and New Wolsey Theatre. Chantry Park and St Mary at the Elms are also within 15 minutes. Ipswich (IPW-Ipswich Train Station) is 16 minutes by foot and Ipswich Station is 16 minutes.

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Reviews

Mermaid, Ipswich by Marston's Inns Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 386 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 386 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 386 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 386 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 386 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, lovely staff and great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Klaudyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Access, bed comfortable, good pub
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Amenities
Clean spacious and very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great value. Good sized room and super location for the Portman Road stadium !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean very quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient good value hotel just a 20min walk from Ipswich Town centre.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely photo great staff in a brill place for football and town
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation was excellent. Remind me a bit like premier inn. Beds large and comfy. Very clean rooms and bath. Shower was super. No biscuits. Mention to staff member and gave me a whole pack of digestives. Great stay and great food. A definite return
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice

Really nice big room Lovely carvery at attached pub
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleased
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a very pleasant stay which was better than we expected. The pub was friendly and food was good. The accomodation was comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round. I left some clothes in my room and contacted the staff who were helpful. Very good stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The sink was blocked and had hair in the sink, for the price the room was very basic. The service for breakfast was good the gentleman was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noureddine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room and clean,good location and service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Accommodations was really good & we had a meal at the pub next door that was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness
Handy shops
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was wonderful - the staff, the food and the accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Room comfort

Dated but reasonable value

Stay was pleasant. Bit dated but reasonable value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

wears

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Give it a go

Great stay and location was good for the football
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place for an overnight stay, easy walking distance from the station and Portman Road. I’m a Crystal Palace fan and to get three points on our trip to Ipswich Town made it all worthwhile.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fantastic manager and staff, couldn’t do enough for us, have been before and will certainly go again, definitely recommend this and the food in the pub/restaurant is superb.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This inn is basic and without pretense. It is clean and well maintained. There is a pub across the parking lot called The Mermaid which share employees with the inn. The people here are fanastic, always genuinely smiling and friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very welcoming, very clean large room good shower no complaints will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023