Dolphin Hotel
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Dolphin Hotel is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at Beach Station Road, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 2EY, in the East Suffolk local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 29 July 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. East Suffolk oversees 2,570 registered food businesses, of which 87% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in East Suffolk is 4.8 out of 5. As a hospitality establishment, this business is assessed on its kitchen and food storage facilities, breakfast and dining service areas, and overall standards of food handling across the premises. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years.
Details
- Business Type
- Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
- Address
- Beach Station Road, Felixstowe, Suffolk
- Postcode
- IP11 2EY
- Local Authority
- East Suffolk
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1658857
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Dolphin Hotel?
Dolphin Hotel has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by East Suffolk.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was Dolphin Hotel last inspected?
Dolphin Hotel was last inspected on 2025-07-29. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is Dolphin Hotel located?
Dolphin Hotel is located at Beach Station Road, Felixstowe, Suffolk , IP11 2EY, in the East Suffolk local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the IP11 postcode area.