The George & Dragon Hotel, Long Melford ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Hall Street, Long Melford, Long Melford, United Kingdom, CO10 9JA

The George & Dragon Hotel is a historic establishment located in Long Melford, known for its rich heritage and engaging atmosphere. The inn reflects a blend of modern comforts and traditional charm, featuring extensive gardens and a courtyard for al fresco dining. It offers versatile event spaces for various occasions such as birthday parties and corporate meetings, accommodating up to 250 guests. With its proximity to notable attractions, the hotel serves as an ideal base for exploring the cultural landscape of Suffolk.

Location

Situated in Long Melford, the hotel is just 60 km from London Stansted Airport, providing convenient access for travelers. Key local attractions such as Melford Hall and Kentwell Hall are within walking distance or a short drive away. The surrounding area features charming independent boutiques, cafés, and notable historical sites, making it an appealing destination for visitors.

Rooms

The George & Dragon Hotel features 15 uniquely designed rooms, each showcasing the property's historic character. Guests can choose from a variety of accommodations, including family rooms and superior rooms in the adjacent Ardley House. Rooms are equipped with modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi. The family room can accommodate additional guests with a fold-down sofa bed.

Eat & Drink

Diners at the hotel can enjoy a quality restaurant that offers an extensive menu featuring local ingredients. Options include various meats, vegetarian, and vegan dishes crafted by skilled chefs. The bar serves real ale and fine wines, complementing the menu with live entertainment on select nights. The restaurant provides great table service in a warm, inviting setting.

Leisure & Business

The hotel offers business services including a fully equipped business center and complimentary wired Internet access. It features a spacious event venue capable of hosting up to 250 participants, ideal for presentations and special occasions. For leisure, guests can explore extensive gardens, a playground, or nearby fishing opportunities.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

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2 Single beds

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Superior Double Room

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2 persons

25 m²

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1 Double bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Long Melford200 m

Airports

London Stansted (STN) 56.6 km

Cambridge (CBG) 63.5 km

Bus

Bus stop 7.1 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Easy Parking!

“The on-site parking made our arrival and departure stress-free, allowing us to focus on enjoying our stay.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

“The cooked breakfast was just the right size with an excellent variety of options, which fueled our day perfectly.” view full review

Charming Room!

“Our room had a lovely traditional feel adorned with modern touches, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere.” view full review

Spotless Bathroom!

“The bathroom was impeccably clean and featured a high-quality shower, providing a refreshing experience throughout our stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Coffee shop

Sports & Fitness

Canoeing
Cycling
Billiard tables
Darts
Squash
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots
Children's menu
Children's play area
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Beach umbrellas
Karaoke
Entertainment
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Sitting area
Patio
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Hall Street, Long Melford, Long Melford, United Kingdom, CO10 9JA

Map view

Hall Street, Long Melford, Long Melford, United Kingdom, CO10 9JA

City landmarks

Kentwell Hall High Street

Kentwell Hall

2.5 km

Church

Holy Trinity Church

1.4 km

Church

Long Melford Church

1.4 km

Park

Long Melford railway

1.7 km

Long Melford

National Trust

1.3 km

B1064

The 13th century Market Cross

1.1 km

6 Borley Rd

Melford Country Park

1.8 km

Church

Borley Church

2.8 km

Melford Road

Sudbury Water Meadows

3.6 km

Museum

Gainsborough's House

4.3 km

Gaol Lane

Sudbury Heritage Centre and Museum

4.2 km

Market Hill

St Peter's Sudbury

4.3 km

14 Gainsborough Street

Puressence

4.3 km

Bures Road

Assington Mill

5.8 km

Church

Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul

6.2 km

Market Place

Lavenham Guildhall

6.6 km

Lavenham

6.4 km

Market Place

Little Hall Lavenham

6.6 km

Gallery

The Lion House Gallery

6.5 km

Nearby

Hall St

Melford Hall

270 m

Hall Street

Long Melford Heritage Centre

270 m

Gallery

The Famous Old House Gallery of Long Melford

140 m

Gallery

The Jessica Muir Gallery

110 m

Hall Street Bassett House

Imagine Gallery

470 m

Restaurants

Tanswell's Cakes

50 m

7 Hall Street

Melford Valley Tandoori

70 m

Hall Street

Chips 'n' Chopstix

10 m

Shangri-la Hall Street Long Melford

Tiffin's Tea & Coffee House

70 m

Hall Street

Cafe Massala

140 m

Foundry House Hall Street

Cock and Bell

210 m

Hall Street

Restaurant at The Crown Inn Hotel

330 m

Hall Street

The Olive Tree Tea Room & Garden

380 m

Waterloo House Hall Street Hall Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

52%

liked the hotel and would stay again

spacious rooms

locally sourced dining

noisy location

tired bedroom

5.2/10

Guest rating

Rooms

6.3

Location

6.3

Service

7.3

Dining

6.7

David

United Kingdom, March 2024

6.6/10

The hotel has a great location, near many restaurants and tea shops. The room was comfortable but showed signs of wear and cleanliness issues. The owner's attentiveness was a positive highlight, but noise outside late at night was a downside.

Rooms

5.0

The room was comfortable but showed signs of wear and cleanliness issues.

Service

8.0

The owner was very polite and attentive.

Location

7.0

The hotel is conveniently located near many restaurants and tea shops, but noise outside late at night was a disturbance.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good overall with a nice breakfast, but service could be improved on busy days.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were adequate, could use some updating.

Richard

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.0/10

The Ardley House is a mixed bag with lovely spacious rooms but an entrance hall in need of some TLC. The service was decent overall. Location-wise, it's noisy due to a busy road but benefits from being near a great Indian restaurant. The dining experience was enjoyable, especially with locally sourced ingredients. Facilities are satisfactory, with some areas needing attention.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were lovely and spacious with a great bathroom.

Service

7.0

The service was decent, with room service and housekeeping meeting expectations.

Location

5.0

The hotel's location was marred by noise from a busy road at night, but it's across from a fantastic Indian restaurant.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was lovely, featuring locally sourced bacon and sausages.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were sufficient but could use some improvements.

spacious rooms

noisy location

Lauren

United Kingdom, October 2023

6.2/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms, although comfortable and large, had a strong damp smell, and the karaoke music below was unbearably loud. On the bright side, the staff was apologetic and offered water as a gesture. The location was convenient, but the dining service left much to be desired.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were comfortable and large, but had rising damp with a noticeable smell.

Service

7.0

The staff was apologetic for the room issues and offered a thoughtful gesture of water as an apology.

Location

7.0

The hotel is conveniently located, but the noise from the karaoke bar below could be a disturbance.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was subpar, with staff behavior towards guests in the restaurant leaving a lot to be desired.