Places to stay in Wherstead, Suffolk

Wherstead is a village and a civil parish located in the county of Suffolk. Wherstead village lies 3 miles (4.8 km) south of Ipswich on the Shotley peninsula. It is in the Belstead Brook electoral division of Suffolk County Council. Local restaurants include Beefeater - Oyster Reach, Suffolk Food Hall, The Cookhouse, and Samford Restaurant.

The center of Wherstead ( which is at is longitude 1°8'18.127 and latitude 52°1'22.020 ) is located 3 miles away from Ipswich, 4 miles away from Sproughton, 5 miles away from Hintlesham and 6 miles away from Kesgrave.

Available Wherstead lodging

We currently have 6 accommodations in and around Wherstead.

Wherstead Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Photograph of Premier Inn, Wherstead
Listing updated 2026
Hotels

Premier Inn

Get the best of both worlds at the Premier Inn Hotel Ipswich South: thrills and spills by day, peace and quiet by night. Set just off the A14, you're in prime position for exploring Suffolk. And, if you're here on work, we're near to local businesses too.
Bourne Hill, Wherstead
Wherstead, Suffolk
Hotels

Holiday Inn

Approx 3 miles away in Ipswich:

The Holiday Inn Hotel Ipswich offers an indoor swimming Pool & leisure club to guests staying overnight. Ideally situated just off the A12/A14 interchange, this Ipswich hotel is only 4 miles from Ipswich Town Centre and Ipswich Football Club.
London Road
Ipswich, Suffolk
Hotels

Premier Inn

Approx 3 miles away in Ipswich:

Enjoy a breath of fresh air at Premier Inn Hotel Ipswich (Chantry Park). In a rural location next to a warm and welcoming country pub, you'll be well placed for relaxing walks in nearby Chantry and Gippeswyk parks. And we're close to business and leisure destinations in Ipswich town centre too.
Old Hadleigh Road
Ipswich, Suffolk
Hotel

Approx 3 miles away in Ipswich:

Pentahotel’s modernist design contrasts perfectly with the historical sites that surround Ipswich. This 126-room Ipswich Hotel is perfectly situated for all types of travellers.
Ranelagh Road
Ipswich, Suffolk

Wherstead Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Cottage / Caravan Parks

Westwood Caravan Park

Approx 5 miles away in Bucklesham:

Westwood Caravan Park situated just outside the picturesque village of Bucklesham in Suffolk. A family-run 90 pitch caravan park that welcomes Caravans and Motorhomes.
Old Felixstowe Road
Bucklesham, Suffolk
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
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Wherstead

Photograph of Samford Restaurant, Ipswich
Samford Restaurant

Mazhen ( / Turkish ). Located at 11 Duke Street, Ipswich, 3 miles from the center of Wherstead. MAHZEN Restaurant offers simple yet brilliantly executed Mediterranean dishes in the heart of Ipswich. It is the culmination of simple creative ideas and a passion for food, drink and entertainment. Carefully chosen fresh marinated meats, fish and vegetables skewered and grilled over hot charcoals by our experienced chefs. www.mahzenrestaurant.co.uk Link

Issacs ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). From coffee or breakfast, to cocktails and dinner. A drink with friends, a big night out or the perfect celebration. At Isaacs we have the perfect mix for an experience to remember. www.isaaclord.org Link

Samford Restaurant ( Dining / Specialty ). A farm shop, restaurant, garden centre and much more providing enjoyment for all, just south of Ipswich. For those who are interested in food; where it comes from, how it's been handled and what to do with it. Award winning services including the Best On Farm Butcher in Britain, are now available on-line. www.suffolkfoodhall.co.uk Link

The Eaterie ( Dining / Other ). The luxury 4 star Salthouse Harbour Hotel and restaurant in Suffolk is situated in an enviable waterfront location. This rejuvenated warehouse has been converted into a striking contemporary space containing interesting art, stylish furniture and quirky curios. It brings an eclectic blend of urban and country, vintage chic and cutting edge design to the Ipswich quayside. www.salthouseharbour.co.uk Link

The Waterfront Bar Bistro ( Dining / Bistro / Grill ). Located at 15 Regatta Quay, Ipswich, 3 miles from the center of Wherstead. Our goal here at The Waterfront Bar Bistro is to achieve a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. We aim to be the go-to place to meet with loved ones and colleagues to eat some great food or enjoy a drink or two. We welcome pre-theatre diners. We don’t intend to be too formal but aim to ensure all guests feel special and enjoy themselves. waterfrontbistroipswich.co.uk Link

The Grazing Sheep ( / British ). Located at 15a Regatta Quay, Ipswich, 3 miles from the center of Wherstead. Watch the boats sail by, relax and decompress with our award winning brunch at The Grazing Sheep. thegrazingsheep.co.uk Link