Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel

Very disappointed with a festive afternoon tea booked via a Black Friday offer. I went with a friend on a Saturday afternoon. We were consigned to a dimly lit "lounge" are with a corridor running alongside it which was in constant use as appeared to be the way to the gents toilets. The place was absolutely full of loud inebriated golfers, we could barely hear ourselves talking to each other for the noise. The carpark was also full to capacity with golf buggies blocking the way through. The food itself was average and nothing festive about it. The buildings themselves are in a beautiful position but are tired and in desperate need of a facelift. Such a shame, we felt quite intimidated by the all these men being so noisy and inconsiderate. An online message sent to the hotel on the same day remains unanswered.

Our golf society recently visited Thorpeness, and we were thoroughly impressed from start to finish. The course was in fantastic condition — clearly very well maintained — and provided the perfect balance of challenge and enjoyment. It’s certainly not an easy track, and the best advice for any visitor is to keep well clear of the gorse unless you’re willing to part with a few golf balls! A special mention must go to the Club Pro, An, who was exceptionally helpful throughout the booking process. On the day itself, he went out of his way to make sure everything ran smoothly for our group. We also stayed for a meal afterwards, and the food did not disappoint. The steaks were cooked perfectly, and despite having 36 hungry golfers to cater for, the kitchen and waiting staff managed to serve everyone quickly and efficiently. All in all, Thorpeness is an outstanding venue and highly recommended for societies or anyone looking for a memorable day of golf.

I adore this place and do my best to make regular visits. Even though it falls short in the glitz, glamour and luxury department it has so much going for it: the hotel offers excellent value for money, comfortable accommodation, splendid restaurant serving locally-sourced produce while the impressive amenities includes a wonderfully challenging 18-hole heathland golf course. But, most of all, Thorpeness boasts charm and character with loads to see and do nearby with lovely seaside towns Aldeburgh and Southwold on the doorstep while twitchers will have a ball at RSPB nature reserve at Minsmere. All I can say is...roll on our next visit!

We stayed here with our walking group. Most of us have dogs and we were well catered for in dog-friendly rooms. Dogs are not allowed in the restaurant but are allowed in the bar and lounge. The food was outstanding and the staff were friendly and efficient. The location was ideal as there are plenty of footpaths in the vicinity. Thorpeness beach is a short walk away and Aldeburgh is a short drive away. We thoroughly recommend this hotel and will be staying here again next year!

Loved staying here! Clean, quiet and tip top water pressure! The food is incredible and the beef and ale pie was a show stopper. Highly recommend

A lovely stay and the staff were excellent, food great and so peaceful, certainly will be back there.

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Had not played this course in 25 years! Enjoyed being back, greens in good nick, bunkers well raked and prepared. One small criticism the rubbish bins could do with emptying! Played twice in a week in different weather conditions challenging both times.