Furzedown Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (1146 reviews)
19/20 North Drive, Great Yarmouth , Great Yarmouth , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Television in common areas
Front desk (limited hours)
Billiards or pool table
Free wired internet
Golfing on site
Tennis lessons on site
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Wine release events
Reception hall
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great breakfast
Cons:
Room cleanliness
Small room size

Categories

Cleanliness
8.59
A generally positive sentiment noted, though some comments about room corners needing better cleaning.
Service
9.06
Staff were consistently praised for being friendly and helpful.
Location
8.9
Location was highlighted as ideal by many guests.
Room Quality
8.25
Rooms generally comfortable, but some found them small or dated.
Amenities
8.58
Amenities were positively reviewed, including the breakfast and bar.
Value for Money
9.04
Guests found the hotel provided excellent value for the price.
Food and Beverage
9.09
High praise for the breakfast and evening meals.
Overall Experience
8.86
Numerous guests noted it as one of their best stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 16:32

Property Description

Coastal Charm and Comfort
Nestled in the seaside town of Great Yarmouth, Furzedown Hotel offers a delightful coastal retreat with a range of convenient amenities for a relaxing stay.

Scenic Views and Modern Comfort
Indulge in the picturesque sea views from select rooms equipped with modern conveniences like flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and private bathrooms with a bath.

Convenient Facilities and Nearby Attractions
Enjoy the hotel's garden and bar, along with services like ticket assistance and luggage storage. Explore nearby attractions such as Sea Life Great Yarmouth and Burgh Castle for a memorable stay.

Experience seaside tranquility and modern comforts at Furzedown Hotel. Book your stay now to unwind in coastal serenity.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: NWI

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 1 and older are allowed.
    Children from 1 year old to 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children from 1 year old to 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1146 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.59
Service: 9.06
Location: 8.9
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 9.04
Food and Beverage: 9.09
Overall Experience: 8.86
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Carolyn Moody solo_traveller gb
10
1st visit to Furzedown Hotel and Great Yarmouth
Pros:

Lovely friendly professional staff and owners that were seen

Cons:

Absolutely nothing exceptional thanks

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
10
Great location and a beautiful beach
Pros:

Great location and view

Cons:

Everything was lovely

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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William solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Alfreda solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

More than met our expectations. Family run hotel 3rd generation. Wonderful staff friendly and efficient. Paul Garrod the present family manager organised a single room free of charge so that I had access to a walk in shower. Amelia Emily and Darcy were attentive and kind in restaurant and bar. Food was excellent and reasonable prices
Location was perfect. Great place Made our 42nd wedding anniversary extra special.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Carmel couple gb
9
Good value for money. Home from home.
Pros:

Value for money, spotlessly clean. Staff cannot do enough for you. Breakfast first class.

Cons:

Very narrow driveway down to the parking at the back of the hotel.

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Aditya couple gb
8
Best stay in Great Yarmouth
Pros:

The location was fantastic, and loved the room. It was very quite in night when you need a good night sleep with your partner.

Cons:

There was awful smell, out the property on the road , as the moment you are in front of the property. But I guess it's not the issue with property, rather some drainage smell. But it was really bad

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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James couple gb
5
An unremarkable hotel
Pros:

Location is good being opposite the beach

Cons:

It’s tired and needs investment in the bedrooms

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Amy couple gb
7
Pros:

Location was good. Car park although it's small and has a narrow side entrance. Breakfast offering good. Room was clean.

Cons:

Rooms aren't well sound proof so you do hear those in other rooms around you. There wasn't a fan in the room already ( didn't ask if there was one) and room was quite warm in June and not particularly summery day.

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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ciaran solo_traveller ie
9
Pros:

Paul's team were very friendly and went beyond expectations with all the guests on the evening we stayed at Furzedown.

Cons:

It was raining in Great Yarmouth that day. So many other places were closed.

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Towers solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Loved it

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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colin couple it
9
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Colin solo_traveller gb
8
Welcomingly comfortable.
Pros:

Old fashioned hotel, comfortable without surrendering to the facsimile of the characterless chains.
Staff were friendly, as a solo traveller it felt like you were being welcomed into the fold.

Cons:

Staircase area around bedroom messy.

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Lee solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Room was changed to 1st floor from 2nd with my disability

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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pete solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

As soon as I walked through the main entrance I was welcomed with a friendly smile and a warm welcome, the staff were very accommodating letting me know about the hotel, breakfast and all the food was exceptional, furzedown hotel great Yarmouth an excellent position in great Yarmouth along the seafront within a few minutes walk from the town, there is a car park at the rear of the hotel so there was safe parking which is very good, I would highly recommend the furzedown hotel to anyone who is visiting Yarmouth as I will definitely book up again.

Cons:

Everything was fantastic no complaints 😁

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Nicola couple gb
10
Excellent stay
Pros:

Location, staff and food.

Cons:

No comments

2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
10
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Deborah solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Staff were friendly excellent location good choice for breakfast which was lovely.
We had evening meal there was plenty of choice and well cooked and presented .
We would recommend staying here .

Cons:

Tight access to carpark but at least there was a carpark.

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Ellen couple gb
10
Very friendly & made very welcome & comfortable
Pros:

Room was very clean comfy bed & excellant breakfast

Cons:

Shower very small plus nowhere to put toiletrie bag

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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julie solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Great location. Breakfast and evening meal excellent. Room good size.

Cons:

Bathroom was poor.

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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steve solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Friendly, good evening meal, great beer, excellent breakfast

2026-06-03 via Nuitee