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A room with a sloped ceiling, exposed wooden beams, a brick fireplace, and a mounted flat-screen TV displaying a streaming service interface.

A white building with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by a garden with a wooden raised bed and a stone wall.

1. The Abbey Hotel and Apartments

0.7 km from The Athenaeum

Cheryl

￥26,459

￥31,751 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A bedroom with a bed, a chandelier, a brick wall, and a wooden ceiling.

A restaurant interior with wooden furniture, a menu board, and a wine rack.

A cozy living room with leather sofas, a glass coffee table, and a sliding door leading to a kitchen.

2. The Fox Inn by Greene King Inns

0.4 km from The Athenaeum

judith

￥17,428

￥20,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, plush seating, a round table, and a decorative partition.

A hotel reception area with a large mural, a Premier Inn sign, a vending machine, and a wooden floor.

A room with purple upholstered chairs, a small round table, and a wall with decorative patterns and text.

3. Premier Inn Bury St Edmunds North - A14

0.9 km from The Athenaeum

Kirstin

￥9,154

￥10,985 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bar area with stools, a counter with bottles, and a large metal structure.

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a chair, a sofa, a fireplace, and a window.

A wooden desk with a mirror, a lamp, and a standing fan.

A church with a tall spire silhouetted against a sunset.

4. The Old Cannon Brewery

0.6 km from The Athenaeum

Stuart

￥21,125

￥21,125 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A historic building with a facade covered in ivy and pink flowers, featuring a central entrance with a sign reading "WELCOME".

A modern living room with a grey sofa, orange velvet armchair, and two marble coffee tables.

A bathroom with a copper bathtub, wooden flooring, and patterned walls.

A restaurant with a brick wall, wooden tables, and blue cushioned seating.

5. The Angel Hotel

< 0.1 km from The Athenaeum

Donna

￥31,703

￥38,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a grey bedspread, and a grey rug.

A kitchen with a marble countertop, a modern faucet, and two white containers labeled "TOWER."

A concrete table with wooden legs and a furry rug underneath.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a grey sofa, and a small table with a cactus.

6. Bury St Edmunds - Apartment - Sleeps 2 - Parking

0.7 km from The Athenaeum

Wisia

￥22,913

￥27,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A cozy outdoor seating area with two plush armchairs, a small table, and potted plants.

A bar area with wooden tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a stone wall backdrop.

A bar area with a wooden counter, multiple taps including Guinness and Carling, shelves with bottles, and two large mirrors.

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two red pillows, and a stack of white towels.

7. Dragonfly Hotel Bury St Edmunds

1.2 km from The Athenaeum

Claire

￥12,674

￥15,209 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A dining table set with white napkins, wine glasses, and cutlery, with a view of trees and a building outside.

A neatly made bed with a wooden frame and white bedding, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a partial view of a window with curtains.

A garden with a wooden bench and a metal archway.

A spacious indoor dining area with large windows, white tablecloths, and gold chair sashes.

8. Best Western Priory Hotel

1.9 km from The Athenaeum

kee

￥12,992

￥15,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

An outdoor café with tables and chairs, surrounded by a stone wall and wooden posts.

A traditional white building with multiple windows, a signboard listing amenities like rooms, garden, cask ales, and all-day dining.

A room with a wooden desk, a chair, a mirror, a lamp, a small refrigerator with bottles, and a shelf with kitchen items.

A cozy lounge area with striped wallpaper, a fireplace, two armchairs, a small round table, and a large mirror.

9. The Dog & Partridge by Greene King Inns

0.3 km from The Athenaeum

Peter

￥17,428

￥20,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A room with a skylight, wooden walls, and various hanging planters with plants.

A bar with wooden cabinets, multiple beer taps, and a variety of bottles.

A building with a sign reading "The Bushel" and a sign for "Greene King".

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a black umbrella, and a blue fence covered in greenery.

10. The Bushel by Greene King Inns

0.6 km from The Athenaeum

allan

￥14,893

￥17,872 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a television screen.

A bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen.

A hotel lobby with seating, a check-in counter, a television, and a wall mural.

11. Premier Inn Bury St Edmunds Town Centre

0.3 km from The Athenaeum

Paula

￥9,858

￥11,830 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden benches and picnic tables, a car parked nearby, and a stone wall in the background.

A room with two wooden beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A traditional brick building with a sign reading "The Westgate" and "Greene King" indicating a pub. There are signs for pool, darts, and football, suggesting leisure activities.

A pub with a brick fireplace, wooden tables, and a television mounted above it.

12. The Westgate

0.3 km from The Athenaeum

Dan

￥19,132

￥22,959 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A traditional building with a well-maintained lawn and mature trees.

A garden with blooming flowers, a lawn, and a traditional building with a tiled roof.

A room with a wooden staircase, a desk with a lamp, and a bookshelf.

A bedroom with a large bed, a red armchair, and a wooden ceiling.

13. Greyhound Cottage

17 km from The Athenaeum

Safa

￥28,518

￥28,518 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A bedroom with a floral bedspread, two bedside lamps, and three framed pictures on the wall.

A room with a large mirror, a wooden dresser, a chair, a green sofa, and a patterned rug.

A white door with black trim, a black sign reading "CHURCH FARMHOUSE B&B," and two wall-mounted lanterns.

A dining table set for a meal with plates, cutlery, and a bowl of fruit.

14. Church Farmhouse B & B

14.8 km from The Athenaeum

Jacqueline

￥15,844

￥19,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A black building with a thatched roof and a sign reading "GUINNESS ARMS."

A breakfast plate with bacon, eggs, and potatoes.

A bedroom with a bed, framed pictures, a wooden wardrobe, and a floral wallpaper.

15. The Guinness Arms

12.2 km from The Athenaeum

CAROLINE

￥20,905

￥25,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A room with exposed wooden beams, a bed with a headboard, a sofa, a chair, a wooden dresser, and a lamp.

A swimming pool with a glass bottom, surrounded by a brick patio.

The entrance to Weaver's House Spa, featuring a wooden facade, stone steps, and a glass door.

A modern staircase with glass railings and wooden steps, leading to a second floor.

16. The Swan Hotel

15.8 km from The Athenaeum

Sian

￥25,922

￥31,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, red umbrellas, and a stone-tiled floor.

A room with a grey armchair, a floral pillow, a mirror, and a wall with a nature-themed wallpaper.

The Elveden Inn entrance with a stone facade, white trim, and a sign above the door.

A neatly made bed with pillows, a framed bird artwork on the wall, and a wall with a leafy pattern.

17. Elveden Inn

16.2 km from The Athenaeum

Jacqueline

￥22,005

￥26,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, wooden beams, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A wooden cabin with a sloped roof, large windows, and a wooden door.

A room with bunk beds, a bed with patterned pillows, a wicker chair, and a window with a view.

A hot tub with a wooden deck, surrounded by a wooden fence and lush greenery.

18. The Weeping Willow Lodges

8.9 km from The Athenaeum

Stephanie

￥23,274

￥32,154 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A waiting area with benches, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outside.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a tiled floor, and walls with the text "THE HEALTH HUB".

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central chandelier, and large windows providing natural light.

A hot tub with a wooden lattice fence and a garage door.

19. All Saints Resort

3.7 km from The Athenaeum

Bhupendra

￥23,179

￥27,814 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An outdoor patio with a brick fireplace, wooden tables, and chairs, surrounded by string lights and umbrellas.

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a glass bedside table, and a large mirror.

An aerial view of a historic building with a large courtyard, a river, and surrounding greenery.

A round wooden table with breakfast items including bread, eggs, and orange juice.

20. The Black Lion, Long Melford

17.6 km from The Athenaeum

Dave

￥23,068

￥27,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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Compare popular hotels close to The Athenaeum

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Abbey Hotel and Apartments	9.6 Exceptional 180 reviews	View
The Fox Inn by Greene King Inns	9.4 Exceptional 144 reviews	View
Premier Inn Bury St Edmunds North - A14	9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews	View
The Old Cannon Brewery	9.2 Wonderful 387 reviews	View
The Angel Hotel	8.8 Excellent 700 reviews	View

Top The Athenaeum Hotel Reviews

Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Very good stay and.enjoyed the facilities"

Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa

8/10 Good

"Enjoyed our stay but only some of the rooms have air conditioning. Unfortunately ours wasn’t one of them so after a hot day, sleeping was difficult."

Best Western Heath Court Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This is the perfect location with a fantastic little town in walking distance. The staff is extremely helpful. I highly recommend this hotel."

The Angel Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel nestled in the centre of historic Bury St Edmunds. friendly & helpful staff, lunch & breakfast were both very good & reasonably priced. Valet parking 100% recommend staying here"

Heritage Grange At Thurston

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and tidy and plenty of parking on site"

The Four Horseshoes

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were lovely, everything was clean and breakfast was great, no complaints!!"

Three Kings

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent staff and very good food, Very clean room and comfy bed. Enjoyed it!!"

All Saints Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Really enjoyed the stay"

The Mill Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great room. Comfy. Clean. Well appointed. Staff were fantastic. Lovely bar. Great view. Great breakfast."

Other attractions near The Athenaeum

A well-maintained garden with a pathway leading to a historic church with a tall spire.

Abbey Gardens

9.4/10 (80 reviews)

After visiting Abbey Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bury St Edmunds. Amble around this quaint area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its lively bars.

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A cathedral with Gothic architecture, a well-manicured garden with purple flowers, and a large tree on the right.

Bury St Edmunds Abbey

9.6/10 (92 reviews)

Find out about the history of Bury St Edmunds when you take a trip to Bury St Edmunds Abbey. Amble around this quaint area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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St Edmundsbury Cathedral

9.8/10 (36 reviews)

Find out about the history of Bury St Edmunds when you take a trip to St Edmundsbury Cathedral. Amble around this quaint area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its lively bars.

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The Abbey Gate

9.6/10 (25 reviews)

Find out about the history of Bury St Edmunds when you take a trip to The Abbey Gate. Amble around this quaint area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its lively bars.

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St Mary's Church

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Bury St Edmunds when you take a trip to St Mary's Church. Amble around this quaint area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its lively bars.

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The Nutshell

After visiting The Nutshell, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bury St Edmunds. Amble around this romantic area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its lively bars.

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Greene King Brewery

8.6/10 (18 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Bury St Edmunds with a visit to Greene King Brewery. Amble around this quaint area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Bury St Edmunds Art Gallery

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can browse the exhibits at Bury St Edmunds Art Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Bury St Edmunds. Amble around this quaint area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its lively bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Athenaeum?

The Athenaeum is located in a historic area of Bury St Edmunds known for its picturesque gardens and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 45 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to The Athenaeum?

Adjacent to The Athenaeum, The Angel Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Another good option is Dragonfly Hotel Bury St Edmunds, located just 0.8 mi (1.2 km) away.

How many hotels will I find near The Athenaeum?

Expedia has 45 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from The Athenaeum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Athenaeum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near The Athenaeum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near The Athenaeum?

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near The Athenaeum, click here.

What can I see and do near The Athenaeum?

Moyse's Hall Museum, Suffolk Regiment Museum, and Rougham Control Tower Aviation Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Bury St Edmunds Abbey, and Ickworth House are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can enjoy live performances at Theatre Royal and The Apex.

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Our top choices for The Athenaeum hotels

1. The Abbey Hotel and Apartments

2. The Fox Inn by Greene King Inns

3. Premier Inn Bury St Edmunds North - A14

4. The Old Cannon Brewery

5. The Angel Hotel

6. Bury St Edmunds - Apartment - Sleeps 2 - Parking

7. Dragonfly Hotel Bury St Edmunds

8. Best Western Priory Hotel

9. The Dog & Partridge by Greene King Inns

10. The Bushel by Greene King Inns

11. Premier Inn Bury St Edmunds Town Centre

12. The Westgate

13. Greyhound Cottage

14. Church Farmhouse B & B

15. The Guinness Arms

16. The Swan Hotel

17. Elveden Inn

18. The Weeping Willow Lodges

19. All Saints Resort

20. The Black Lion, Long Melford

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Top The Athenaeum Hotel Reviews

Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa

Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa

Best Western Heath Court Hotel

The Angel Hotel

Heritage Grange At Thurston

The Four Horseshoes

Three Kings

All Saints Resort

The Mill Hotel

Other attractions near The Athenaeum

Abbey Gardens

Bury St Edmunds Abbey

St Edmundsbury Cathedral

The Abbey Gate

St Mary's Church

The Nutshell

Greene King Brewery

Bury St Edmunds Art Gallery

Frequently asked questions