Places to stay in Shotley Gate, Suffolk

Shotley Gate is a settlement in the civil parish of Shotley, in the Babergh district, in the county of Suffolk. It is located at the tip of Shotley Peninsula and is the largest settlement in the parish of Shotley, in 2020 it had an estimated population of 1461. Shotley Gate has a pub called the Bristol Arms (formerly the Shotley Gate Inn) the settlement of Shotley Gate developed either side of Bristol Hill. Local dining options include The Bristol Arms, Pier At Harwich, Harbourside Restaurant, and Alma Inn.

The center of Shotley Gate ( which is at is longitude 1°16'4.0476 and latitude 51°57'22.240 ) is located 4 miles away from Felixstowe, 6 miles away from Bucklesham, 7 miles away from Newbourne and 8 miles away from Waldringfield.

Available Shotley Gate lodging

We currently have 6 accommodations in and around Shotley Gate.

Shotley Gate Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Photograph of Premier Inn, Dovercourt
Listing updated 2026
Hotels

Premier Inn

Approx 2 miles away in Dovercourt:

It may be one of the Haven Ports, but there's a lot more to Harwich than boats and water, as a stay at Premier Inn Hotel Harwich will tell you. We're great as a stopover if you're catching the ferry, but there's also plenty to do here even if you're not sailing away.
Parkeston Road, Dovercourt
Dovercourt, Essex
Guest Houses

The Norfolk Guest House

Approx 4 miles away in Felixstowe:

1-3 Holland Road
Felixstowe, Suffolk
Guest Houses

The Lighthouse

Approx 4 miles away in Felixstowe:

9 Beach Road West
Felixstowe, Suffolk

Shotley Gate Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Cottage / Caravan Parks

Priory Park

Approx 5 miles away in Ipswich:

Priory Park offers the perfect opportunity to own your own bolthole country retreat or perhaps the setting for you to make that lifestyle change to a slower pace in idyllic surroundings.
Nacton
Ipswich, Suffolk
Campsites

Peewit Caravan Park

Approx 3 miles away in Felixstowe:

Situated just 900 yards from Felixstowe’s 4 miles of seafront, Peewit Caravan Park is an oasis of peace and tranquility. Set in 13 acres of tree lined and landscaped parkland the site has welcomed touring and static caravans since .....
Walton Avenue
Felixstowe, Suffolk
Cottage / Caravan Parks

The Oaks Caravan Park

Approx 5 miles away in Bucklesham:

We believe we've created and developed a caravan park that is unique, and affords an unrivalled level of comfort, peace and tranquillity in the area, we have operated for over 16 years and have in that time won awards for our well maintained .....
Chapel Road
Bucklesham, Suffolk
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Shotley Gate

Photograph of Harbourside Restaurant, Harwich
Harbourside Restaurant

Harbourside Restaurant ( Dining / Seafood ). The Pier Hotel is located in two historic buildings that stand proudly on the quay side of old Harwich. The hotel consists of 14 bedrooms and two celebrated seafood restaurants. If you love the finest seafood or seek out the very best fish and chips, visit The Pier. www.milsomhotels.com Link

Pier At Harwich ( Dining / Seafood ). The redefined brasserie is located on the first floor of the completely modernised 1860 listed building in historic Harwich. Experience all-day dining and outdoor dining – whenever the sun shines – with a menu celebrating modern classics, an exciting grill menu and wonderful fresh fish and shellfish landed on the harbour opposite. The Pier’s first floor balcony (for drinks and outdoor dining) overlooks the water, ships and working docks. With estuary views from every table, The Pier is only a stone’s throw from the confluence of the Stour and Orwell estuaries and a very special destination for lovers of great food and drink. www.milsomhotels.com Link