Must see hotels in East Anglia

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    Swan

    Marvellously medieval and utterly indulgent, the Swan might just spoil you in terms of other places to stay. Tasteful furnishings team oatmeal with olive…

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    Sutherland House

    Past guests at this former mayor's residence include the prince who later became James II, and the Earl of Sandwich. They'd probably approve of its…

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    Dedham Hall

    An air of authentic old England infuses Dedham Hall, a delightfully relaxed 15th-century farmhouse where overstuffed armchairs sit beside ancient beams,…

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    Red Lion

    Coloured floor tiles, wooden banisters and stained glass signal this seafront inn's 18th-century heritage; stylish, sea-themed rooms bring it right up to…

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    Bank House

    There's so much to love here: a quayside setting, gently funky decor and luxury bathrooms all make this stylish Georgian town house pretty hard to turn…

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    Ocean House

    You're just seven paces (count them) from the beach at Ocean House, and many of the rustic-chic bedrooms directly overlook the surging sea. The five…

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    3 Princes

    With its warm welcome, cosy yet minimalist decor, homemade afternoon treats and spacious rooms, 3 Princes is a perfect spot for an overnight stay. The…

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    Hotel du Vin

    One of the country’s swishest, coolest chains delivers again here. Achingly beautiful rooms sport roll-top baths, monsoon showers and custom-made beds,…

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    Varsity

    In the 44 individually styled rooms of riverside Varsity, wondrous fixtures and furnishings (such as roll-top baths and travellers' trunks) sit beside…

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    Chantry

    Pretty much everything feels right about the Chantry – a family-run town house that's somewhere between a hotel and a B&B. Sash windows and cast-iron…

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    Old Customs House

    The stately but comfy feel here comes courtesy of worn-wood panels, alcoves full of books and gorgeous creek views. Choose from the snug 'Captain's…

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    Peacocks

    Walk into the roomy suites here and feel instantly at home. In 'Cottage', floral Laura Ashley wallpaper graces a sweet sitting area and bedroom; in …

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    Swan

    It's a boon for beer lovers – a super-stylish hotel owned by Southwold brewery giant Adnams. A bold and brilliant refurb has brought bright-pink chairs,…

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    Jolly Sailor

    Sloping floors and a big log-burning stove add to the atmosphere at this 400-year-old inn just a few metres from Orford's quay. Heritage-style rooms are…

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    Black Lion

    At the Black Lion, there's a heritage-meets-modern mash-up of oil paintings, antlers and log fires combined with elegant sofas, cute window seats and rich…

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    University Rooms Cambridge

    For an authentic taste of university life, check into a student room in one of the colleges. Accommodation varies from functional singles (with shared…

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    Milsoms

    Sure-footed design gives the rooms here a real sense of fun: red-leather armchairs, anglepoise lamps and retro phones meet vibrant candy stripes and jazzy…

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    Felix

    It's the bold modern art and imaginative design that nudge Felix into the boutique sleep spots. You'll find vividly coloured chairs set beside polished…

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    Sun

    The centuries-old Sun is the epitome of heritage-chic: creaking floors and wonky walls surround upcycled mirrors, brass bedsteads and subtle colour…

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    Angel

    The more expensive rooms at this ivy-clad Georgian coaching inn are pretty special: expect luxury bathrooms, quirky mock-1700s furnishings (the odd bright…