About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: The Jolly Sailor in Orford offers family rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities including free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and work desks. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy British cuisine in a traditional restaurant setting, offering lunch and dinner. The on-site bar provides a relaxing atmosphere for evening drinks. Leisure Facilities: The property features a terrace, free bicycles, and a bar, catering to outdoor enthusiasts and social gatherings. Convenient Location: Located 90 km from Norwich International Airport, the bed and breakfast is near attractions such as Sudbourne Beach (2.5 km) and Framlingham Castle (24 km). Guests appreciate the friendly staff and excellent service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish

    • Parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Steve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, amazing staff, food was exceptional, just wonderful.
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was excellent and served us a little earlier because of our timetable for the Ness boat. Very friendly staff. Pub full of character. Great food and real ale.
  • Rh
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location for visiting Orfordness. Spacious room with a comfy bed. Very warm, welcoming pub with lots of character. Good selection of ales and beers. Cooked breakfast was very good.
  • Jill
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good location… friendly staff Good vibe to the pub ambience
  • Bryony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The new management staff were welcoming and friendly, and the room was clean and comfortable. The breakfasts were amazing
  • Jennifer
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The welcome when we arrived was brilliant the young girl who was temporarily working there was so helpful.
  • Elizabeth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent helpful young staff. An interesting old pub with quirky but comfortable and clean rooms. I had a lovely time in Orford and hope to return.
  • Glynis
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location near quay, car park opposite, free, (but collect pass from bar). Accommodation is in a 500 year old building, so expect quirky. All staff excellent, amazing breakfast and meals avaiable from the bar in the evening. Good beer and...
  • Beatrice
    Luxembourg Luxembourg
    The restaurant , the location , the friendly staff
  • Nick
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great food, very swiftly served. Nice ambience and friendly staff. Lovely pub garden and welcome for dogs. Very comfy bed in a characterful old English pub

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.2Based on 4,566 reviews from 5 properties
5 managed properties

Company information

A warm welcome awaits you from all at Jolly Sailor.

Property information

A traditional village pub in close proximity to Orford Quay where you can take a boat trip on the River Ore or over to Havergate Island. A short walk takes you to the village centre and castle. Woodbridge, Snape Maltings, Tunstall forest and Aldeburgh are a short drive away or a good walk - or why not rent one of our eBikes to explore The pub itself is full of charm with nooks and crannies, log burning fires and sailing memorabilia. There is a large patio area, garden and orchard with views across the marshes towards the Ness with its fascinating history and a haven for birds and other wildlife. Our en suite double letting rooms are available throughout the year. We serve top quality Adnams Ales, wines and spirits alongside our seasonal menu. Our ingredients are locally sourced wherever possible and cooked to order. Large groups/parties may be catered for by arrangement in a separate room, whatever the occasion.

Neighbourhood information

A traditional village pub in close proximity to Orford Quay, where you can while away the the day on the River Ore, take a trip over to Havergate Island. If water is not for you, take a stroll to the village centre and castle. Woodbridge, Snape Maltings, Tunstall Forest and Aldeburgh are a short drive or maybe rent one of our eBikes

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

17+ years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.