THE BELL INN | Stay in Thorpe-le-Soken from 132$/Night

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Hotel Overview and Details

High Street, Thorpe Le Soken, Thorpe-le-Soken, United Kingdom, CO16 0DY

“The Bell Inn's charming surroundings and lovely church nearby are enchanting.”view full review

The Bell Inn - Award-winning family-run inn near London Stansted Airport

The Bell Inn is a family-run business located on the High Street of Thorpe le Soken, 75 km from London Stansted Airport. The property has been awarded AA 2 Rosettes for Culinary Excellence and is rated as an AA 4 Star Inn. The building dates back to the 1500s when it was believed to be the Guild Hall of St Michael's Church until about 1545. The Bistro style restaurant is open for lunches, snacks and evening meals. Guests receive a free cooked-to-order English breakfast. The inn offers private hire facilities for business meetings, celebrations, wakes, weddings, baby showers and birthdays. A private function room is available seven days a week. Nearby cultural attractions include West Cliff Theatre and Lifeboat Museum.

Additional perks of the hotel

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Bar with local ales and wood burning stove

Terrace for outdoor dining

Regular entertainment evenings with musicians and entertainers

Dry cleaning/laundry services

Dog-friendly accommodation option

Views over St Michael's Church and churchyard

Conference space available

Guest Rooms

The Bell Inn offers three individually styled bedrooms, each refurbished to high standards. The Frederick Kempster room features a king-size bed, bathroom with bath/shower combo and is dog-friendly (additional £10 per night). The Sir William Gull room includes a king-size bed and en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower. The Kitty Canham room, the largest option, offers a king-size bed, double sofa bed for family occupancy, and bathroom with bath and shower. All rooms include flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and views of St Michael's Church.

Other conveniences

Complimentary tea and coffee making facilities

Free toiletries in all bathrooms

Garden views from select rooms

One drink per person included with room rates

Check-in Monday-Saturday 14:00-22:30, Sunday 14:00-19:00

Breakfast served 9:00-11:00 (Monday-Saturday) and 9:00-10:30 (Sunday)

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The hotel offers a range of accommodations including doubles, family rooms, and suites—plus breakfast, free cancellation, and special rates.

Deluxe Double Room Bath

2 persons

13 m²

Shower

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Deluxe Double Room Shower

2 persons

16 m²

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Deluxe King Room

3 persons

19 m²

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Available Transport Modes List

City Centre

Thorpe-le-Soken200 m

Airports

London Stansted (STN) 74.7 km

London Southend (SEN) 87.1 km

Bus

Bus stop 5.6 km

Facilities

This hotel provides premium amenities for a memorable and relaxed stay

Lovely Dining Experience

“The food at The Bell Inn was absolutely very nice! I had the chance to enjoy a lovely evening meal that was some of the best I've had. You can definitely tell that the chef truly loves his craft. The quality and presentation of the dishes were really good, making our last night a nice one.” view full review

Comfortable and Well-Equipped Room

“We stayed in the Beautiful Double Room, and it was simply beautiful! It was clean, quiet, and had a very comfortable bed. I especially appreciated the mini fridge and coffee-making facilities which added to our overall comfort during our stay.” view full review

Fantastic Bathroom Amenities

“The bathroom in our room was excellent, offering both a bath and a shower option. I loved the well-cooked local sausages and streaky bacon served at breakfast, which accompanied the superb baked beans and fresh tomatoes. It was a delight to indulge in such a delicious and hearty breakfast!” view full review

Great Entertainment Atmosphere

“During our visit, we enjoyed the lively atmosphere created by a talented young singer who engaged with the crowd beautifully. His performance was not only entertaining, but it really uplifted the experience for all the guests.” view full review