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The Mistley Thorn

4.6(735)
Hotel

About

The Mistley Thorn is a Georgian-era hotel dating back to 1723, offering a warm, classic setting for business stays. Its rooms provide a comfortable retreat with period charm, ideal for multi-night bookings in a distinctive locale.

The on-site restaurant specializes in fresh seafood with standout dishes like jumbo Shetland mussels and charred Scottish squid, served in a relaxed dining room. The venue’s combination of historic ambiance and quality hospitality makes it a solid choice for client dinners and small corporate gatherings.

Best for

  • Client dinners with fresh seafood focus
  • Small group lunches in historic setting
  • Multi-night stays with local charm

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Georgian building dating from 1723
Historic Architecture
Georgian building dating from 1723
The hotel is housed in a warm Georgian-era building that dates back to 1723, offering a distinctive historic setting that adds character and charm to business events.
Exceptional oysters and mussels
Seafood Specialties
Exceptional oysters and mussels
Known for fresh, high-quality seafood including standout oysters and jumbo Shetland mussels served with a delicious wine, herb, and shallot sauce, making it a culinary highlight for gatherings.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 735 reviews