Perched by the river, The Mill Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with scenic views of its garden and terrace. Indulge in local flavors at The Mill restaurant or enjoy drinks at the bar while staying connected with in-room WiFi. Guests praise helpful staff.
Located near a train station, The Mill Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Sudbury. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out The Mill, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
62 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
Children
One child (4 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's menu
Working away
Conference space (1672 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Wedding services
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Banquet hall
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
The Mill - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available.
Mill Bar - Overlooking the garden, this bar specializes in Regional cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.00 per person
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)
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 5.0 per night
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Legacy Mill Hotel
Legacy Mill Hotel Sudbury
Legacy Mill Sudbury
Elizabeth Hotel Mill Riverside
Mill Hotel Sudbury
Mill Sudbury
The Legacy Mill Hotel Sudbury, Suffolk
Mill Hotel
The Mill Hotel Sudbury, Suffolk
The Mill Hotel Hotel
The Mill Hotel Sudbury
The Mill Hotel Hotel Sudbury
Frequently asked questions
Does The Mill Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Mill Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Mill Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Mill Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Mill Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at The Mill Hotel and nearby?
The Mill Hotel has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Mill Hotel?
Yes, The Mill offers alfresco dining, local cuisine, and garden views.
What's the area around The Mill Hotel like?
The Mill Hotel is located by the river, a short 5-minute walk from Gainsborough's House. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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The Mill Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
The restaurant served good food, with tasty and well-presented evening meals and enjoyable breakfasts. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Jul 21, 2025
Interesting comfortable hotel
The hotel was really nice, with an interesting heritage as an old mill.
GE
GE, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Lovely hotel
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 24, 2025
Tired rooms, particularly the bathroom (loose fittings, water damaged panelling) nowhere to hang anything in bathroom.
Cleaning staff making the best they could.
Wardrobe hanging space compromised by useless full size ironing table and iron, making it unusable for hanging clothes.
Very pleasant view over common.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 15, 2025
Lovely hotel in great location with friendly staff, just felt that for the price of our room the standard wasn’t there- the bathroom so dated and tiny and the breakfast was absolutely terrible, not what you want when you’re spending £180 a night
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 11, 2025
Not comfortable
This hotel is not comfortable. No elevator, and thin curtains. A lot of light from the windows wakes you up at sunrise.
Bathroom dirty and with bad smell.
Good breakfast, and free parking.
Dinner restaurant with limited choice and expensive for the quality and service
Verified traveler
2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 20, 2025
Lovely position but needs work
Breakfast was disappointing No Fridge in the room
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 11, 2025
An old faithful
Have stayed here many times, a beautiful setting, good hospitality can sometimes be a bit too expensive for average accommodation, but on the whole a friendly relaxing atmosphere.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 7, 2025
Location was lovely beside the river & water meadows.
Jill
Jill, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2025
Peaceful
Amazing venue; very peaceful. We were made very welcome.
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2025
Lovely old building room was dated but clean lovely location
john
john, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 6, 2025
Clean and well kept in a great location - staff excellent friendly and efficient - lively and busy bank holiday week end.
Some good local beers (Nethergate)
Just a suggestion - car park could benefit from in/out signs - there seems to be an accepted entrance but someone came in in the other way which led to a lot of reversing to resolve.
Pleasant stay - would use again.
STEPHEN W
STEPHEN W, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 20, 2025
The room was comfortable and quiet. The view from the window was amazing - you are right on the river and look out onto the water meadows. We have dogs, the hotel is very dog friendly, and could walk out of the door straight onto the fields. The staff could not have been more helpful or friendly. Would definitely stay here again.
Shirley
Shirley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
love the location
The setting is lovley, right by the river . the staff were all great .room comfortable,clean.my family dropped me off parking is busy ! breakfast buffet very good. Had Sunday roast was disappointed ..would stay there again.great location walk to town 10 minutes.
I was visiting from usa everyone was so helpful
No telephone in the rooms .. 10 out of ten
Loved staying at the mill .
Sharon
Sharon, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2024
Excellent value, lovely staff and food.
Laurence
Laurence, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2024
Very nice Hotel with friendly and kind staff.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2025
Great hotel ,really good restaurant . Only negative no lift which makes getting to your room on the top floor after a few drinks interesting ! .
Kay
Kay, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2024
It was a nice friendy hotel in a lovely position
Ilker
Ilker, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2025
Staff very friendly and helpful. Cleaning of room could have been better.
Lesley
Lesley, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2025
Reception welcoming. Lovely bar area for socialising with water meadow views. Mill is historic and the wheel is turning as a feature in the bar and restaurant area. Worth a visit if in the area. Easy walking into Sudbury. Plenty of parking for guests. A good selection of bedrooms.
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2025
Very fine
Very fine room and fine restaurant . Only missed a lamp on the table for working .
Bathroom small but very efficient - no need to be bigger !!
susanne
susanne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 29, 2024
Friendly staff and comfortable room. Quiet location and nice views of the water meadows and mill pond with its ducks and swans. Convenient for the town.
Diane
Diane, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2024
Christmas getaway
Excellent service in a cosy and friendly atmosphere. Great value and would definitely recommend
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 31, 2025
All was acceptable, Bar good service, but a karge build up of unwashed glasses, which looked unsightly.
A warm welcome was missing on arrival asthe reception was unmaned.
jeff
jeff, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
Lovely stay!
Beautiful hotel in a stunning setting, friendly staff, delicious breakfast and super comfy room!