When visiting Leiston, The White Horse Hotel is a great choice to consider. The pub is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Ingalls Room, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
13 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Onsite parking limited
Free offsite parking within 33 ft
Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Conference space (269 square feet)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Yard
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
Ingalls Room - This family restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Smugglers Bar - This pub specializes in British cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 7.50 for adults and GBP 4.50 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The White Horse Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The White Horse Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The White Horse Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The White Horse Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The White Horse Hotel?
Yes, Ingalls Room offers British cuisine.
Does The White Horse Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a yard.
What's the area around The White Horse Hotel like?
The White Horse Hotel is located a short 1-minute walk from Long Shop Museum.
The White Horse Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
23 Sep 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Sep 2024
Stayed here after running the Suffolk Coast Path 50k. What an amazing place, lovely staff, clean rooms, and we sat in an area called the snug - had excellent food service and my wife said the steak was the best she’d ever had.
Christian
Christian, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Aug 2024
Jackie
Jackie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Aug 2024
Mandy
Mandy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Aug 2024
Rachel
Rachel, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jul 2024
A Very Pleasant Stay
Have stayed at this property numerous times when visiting friends in Leiston. Our room was very clean. Plenty of hot beverages and biscuits. Toiletries supplied.
Staff really helpful.
Breakfast available if required.
You can't always park on site but plenty of parking a short walk away.
Would definitely recommend
Georgina
Georgina, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Jul 2024
The staff are friendly and helpful. The food is spectacular.
I realise the building is old but the bedroom and stairs are in need of decorating.
We had a great couple of days, live music on the Sunday, the band was really good. Cup final was on, never heard any if it from the room.
We would stay again when in the area.
Robert
Robert, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jun 2024
Pleasant friendly staff. Excellent breakfast with a good choice on the menu. The room and en-suite bathroom were clean and the towels were of good quality. Comfortable bed.
Leiston is a town with a lot of through traffic so traffic noise noticeable.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Jun 2024
Really welcoming, cheerful and helpful staff. A great base to explore the Suffolk coast.
Jeremy
Jeremy, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jun 2024
Room was superb, and fully matched what we were looking for
Peter
Peter, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
17 Jun 2024
Enjoyed my stay at the Whitehorse hotel. The staff were really helpful and friendly. It would’ve been nice to have a mirror in my room, otherwise the room was satisfactory.
I do think it would be good if the price of a breakfast was included in the overall price rather than having to pay separately.I also think that overall it is a little bit on the expensive side, but I understand they have to make a living!
Claire
Claire, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Jun 2024
There is quite simply nothing not to like about this property. We had a wonderful weekend here. The room was spacious, and spotlessly clean, and the bed super comfy. The breakfast was a real stand-out. Staff were also very friendly and helpful. It was our first visit to the area - don't know why we left it so long!
Jane
Jane, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
19 May 2024
Comfortable stay
We stayed in room 3 while our friends were in room 5, and the difference was remarkable. Our room was modern and didn't match the photo we saw online, as we were 'upgraded' due to a band playing in the pub below. The bathroom was incredibly small, only accommodating one person at a time. Definitely not worth £100 a night.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
12 May 2024
It was very expensive for what it was and breakfast wasn't included but it was friendly
Doreen
Doreen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 May 2024
Very friendly, helpful staff.
rrobert
rrobert, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
21 Dec 2023
Mark
Mark, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
18 Dec 2020
Nice little hotel
Lovely family run hotel. Made to feel very welcome.
Astero
Astero, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
26 Oct 2020
This is a lovely big building down stairs bar and restaurant areas are nicely decorated but the rooms need some TLC
Karen
Karen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Oct 2020
Our twin room was small but clean and well arranged, although a chair would have been useful. We were served a generously portioned Sunday roast, well cooked, a great meal.
Van
Van, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
14 Sep 2020
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
8 Sep 2020
Over priced and dated
Service and breakfast was great. Room was poor. In places the walls had been repaired but not painted. There was a hole behind the door which had not been repaired. The bathroom smelt and the bath was marked. Having paid £120 for the room, we felt we had been massively over charged. We understand the rooms are being refurbished which is needed and would perhaps reflect the rate we paid.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
30 Aug 2020
Just about OK
A fairly average pub with rooms as opposed to a hotel. It’s on a busy road so if you are a light sleeper then it probably isn’t for you.
The food (both dinner and breakfast) were good although the level of cleanliness was poor.
The room we had was pretty tired and in need of some updating. Temperature in the room was good and the shower was just about passable.
So for the money it was just about OK.
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
29 Aug 2020
Hotel really needs a refurb. Definitely not worth the money charged a night
Lee
Lee, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
27 Aug 2020
Paul
Paul, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Aug 2020
Nice hotel with fantastic staff
We had a great stay at the White Horse Hotel. We stayed in two twin rooms with a shared bathroom. The bathroom was great and the rooms were good. A couple more additions such as mirrors in the rooms would make the rooms even better. All of the staff were absolutely lovely and we enjoyed a nice meal in the restaurant.