Although undergoing and in need of upgrading, we found the Blyth very clean and comfy. It was a short walk to the centre of town and quiet. Our room had everything we needed. Breakfast was included and was generous. The old hotel had a lot of potential and is better inside than it appears from the outside.

The hotel was the perfect place to stay to explore Southwold, but we found the town itself disappointing. There was nowhere in town to eat at night time; the hotel restaurant was closed and the bar shut at 9pm. If we were to return to the town, we wouldn't hesitate to stay at the Blyth, but we see no good reason to return.

Food was of good quality and service also good.

Room was only cleaned every other day as a result we were short of toilet rolls, tea, milk etc. Added to which there was a smell of sewerage if the window in the toilet/shower room was not left open. Also there were were no door notifications requesting "Room to be made up"/ "Do not disturb"

The cooked breakfast was good but there was no proper continental breakfast, only cereal, toast and fruit. Location was good.

We couldn’t get hot water in the shower long enough to have a shower. There was no blind at the window only nets in the bathroom so no privacy at night. Nothing to put your toothbrush and toothpaste in. No extractor fan. Nowhere in the bedroom to put your toiletries, hair brush etc. small mirror behind the armchair. No blackout curtains so hotel lights shone through like daylight. Balcony was very dirty and full of cobwebs.

Position of hotel easy walk to town lovely walk to Walberswick which starts directly opposite

The fact that the front door was always locked and our key did not work! Had to stay out all day as couldn't get in no one answered bell. When got back at 7 staff inside but still locked had to wait for someone to come out to let me in!

location was cool only a 10 min walk to beach local staff very friendly breakfast tasty

had issue day leaving no water!!! 6.45am tried to clean my teeth no water couldn’t run water in shower and toilet or sink after a hour gave up and went downstairs to see what was going on water was ok in restaurant and downstairs toilets it was very obvious it was a pump or fuse to blame the staff was told by the manager it is a on going problem up the street!!! The manager would not discuss the situation with me!!

Breakfast choice was just enough, food quality was very good. Evening meal available, not a vast menu, but quality was good. Staff are excellent, very friendly and helpful.

Room decor is a little shabby, broken side panel on bath, fabric on bedframe footplate was ripped off. Mattress was uncomfortable, maybe nearing the end of its life?

Great breakfast choices.

Staff were very friendly, hotel is in a great area- 10 minute walk to the pier, breakfast is amazing, bed very comfortable!

There was an issue with the hot water on the first evening so unable to use bath/shower etc. this was resolved the following day however the shower didn’t run hot so had to bath. Room was satisfactory, needs a little TLC and the bathroom needed a good scrub (dust on radiator, dirty window sill, towels and curtains stained.

The owner was so friendly and helpful excellent host

Lovely breakfast

Nothing

The location was good room was fine for the price

Breakfast could be better maybe some fruit - yoghurts and more choice of cereals rather than just Cocoa Pops

Very welcoming girl on reception and also girl serving breakfast next morning. Good breakfast and comfortable bed.it was a cold day but heating was on in our room as we arrived.

Nothing to dislike…

Good quality breakfast and friendly staff

The room was very small and didn’t give us (2 adults and a bulldog) much room to move (especially surprising as we requested a dog friendly room when booking). The shower cubical was tiny and dated - The sliding shower cubical door broke and became stuck closed which the hotel were aware of when I raised it with them. So we were quite surprised they hadn’t replaced it as it could be dangerous especially if someone was staying alone and got stuck inside the cubical.

Check in good, staff were all attentive & very pleasant. Nice bar & dining area, our room was fair. Great location for the town with plenty of options for food & drinks. Beach is fairly close. Transport links available. A good breakfast with some reasonable options too & a BIG bonus point as there were coco pops in a big packet, top banana.

We had a suite the last time & it was worth paying the extra. Room was okay this time but quite draughty especially in the bathroom. I went to use the loo downstairs & there was no toilet roll & the pan needed some attention! I felt too embarrassed to say anything! I fixed the curtain in our room! And there was still some litter on the floor. Not a lot of beer options in the bar.

edge of town, convenient and comfortable

bits were a little tired and staffing seemed light

the staff were extremely helpful and efficient. the building is very old but the inside is very clean, comfortable and cosy. food was wonderful.

nothing

Warm, welcoming and pleasant staff. A nice comfortable room. The breakfast was good with plenty of variety. Evening meal very good too.

the Location

needs re-modernisation

location / bed

lack of care to property/rooms

food in my opinion was cooked and presented to a very good standard, . Staff were very friendly and made our stay a pleasant experience.

Shower in our room was a bit temperamental and challenging to use,the bathroom overall could do with some t.l.c.

Breakfast was tasty and enjoyable, location good

Larger selection of fruit at breakfast with perhaps a choice of juices

The Blyth is an ideal location

property tired

Cooked breakfast wasn’t good Poor ingredients badly cooked

Smell in the bathroom was appalling

friendly staff, comfortable bed, good shower, good breakfast.

Staff very friendly and helpful and breakfast very good.

Hotel a little bit outdated but room was comfortable.