The Best Places to Stay in Orford, Suffolk

From hotels to B&Bs, self catering to camping - here are our top accommodation picks in Orford

For us, Orford is home. It’s where the Pump Street bakery is located, our chocolate is made, and where we love hosting and welcoming visitors to our workshops.If you’re planning to spend a night or two in the village, there are a few places we’d recommend without hesitation. 

Our top accommodation recommendations in Orford:

• The Crown and Castle Hotel - historic hotel near Orford Castle with award-winning dining
• The Wash House Studio - pretty B&B in a converted Victorian Coastguards' wash house
• Orford Holiday Cottage - lovely 2-bedroom cottage in the heart of the village
• The Jolly Sailor & The King’s Head - local pubs with rooms in the centre of Orford
• Two Airbnbs - The Studio & Shallow End for cosy, home-like stays
• Brick Kiln Farm Camping - quiet camping option for a summertime stay in the Suffolk countryside

 

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Our Favourite Hotel in Orford

The Crown and Castle Hotel

Located right near Orford Castle, the Crown and Castle was recently added to the Michelin Hotel Guide. It is an award-winning hotel that is also a 2 AA Rosette Restaurant and AA 5 Star Restaurant with Rooms. A perfect hideaway for gourmands, there are a selection of rooms to choose from including those in the main hotel, some with views of Orford Quay, as well as garden rooms, which come with a semi-private terrace. Rooms here start around £125 per night, depending on the season.

• Dog-friendly: Yes, they have five dog-friendly garden rooms.
• Family-friendly: Yes, however the age requirement for children is 8 years old. 
• Wheelchair-accessible: Yes, for more information read their accessibility guide. 

Distance to Bakery: 50m

Distance to Workshop: 750m (15 mins walk, 3 min drive)

For more information and to book, visit Crown and Castle Hotel. 

 

 

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Our Favourite Bed and Breakfast in Orford

The Wash House Studio

For a stay unique to Orford, stay with Mike and Polly at The Wash House Studio. It is a stylishly converted Victorian Coastguards’ Wash House with a double bed, ensuite and glazed lobby area. There are French doors leading out onto your own pretty outside space. You also have use of the nearby Shepherd’s Hut. Stays are for a minimum of two nights and no pets are allowed.

• Dog-friendly: No
• Family-friendly: No
• Wheelchair-accessible: No

Distance to Bakery: 150m

Distance to Workshop: 850m (20 mins walk, 4 min drive)

­For more information and to book, visit The Wash House Studio.

 

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Pubs with Rooms in Orford 

For a more casual stay, consider The Jolly Sailor or The King’s Head. Both pubs offer a friendly local vibe, and are in the centre of the village. Prices here can vary, but you’ll generally find rooms starting around £100-£150 per night and don’t tend to have minimum stays so you can book for just one night.

The Jolly Sailor

Just steps from the quayside, The Jolly Sailor has 5 ensuite rooms, each with a character that feels connected to the 400 years of history in the building. In the winter, you’ll find a welcoming log fire downstairs in the pub area, and in warmer months, the beer garden offers a lovely spot to sit and enjoy views over the marshes.

• Dog-friendly: Yes to small/medium dogs (ask for ‘The Garden Room’, a £15 charge applies for dogs)
• Family-friendly: Yes (one room has a pull-out bed in addition to a double, so it can sleep up to four)
• Wheelchair-accessible: No

The King’s Head

The King’s Head Inn is right in the centre of Orford, with simple, traditional rooms. There are three rooms in total, each with an ensuite bathroom. One room has twin beds, while the other two are doubles. The building’s old, so expect sloping floors, low beams, and plenty of character.

• Dog-friendly: Yes (two rooms Kings Marsh & Shipwash are dog friendly).
• Family-friendly: Yes
• Wheelchair-accessible: TBC Rooms are located on the first floor

Distance to Bakery: 50m (200m from Jolly Sailor)

Distance to Workshop: 850m (20 mins walk, 4 min drive)

For more information or to book, contact The King's Head or The Jolly Sailor. 

 

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Airbnb Options We Love in Orford

Orford also has several unique Airbnb rentals that offer a cosy home-away-from-home experience. Here are a couple of our own favourites:

The Studio in Orford 

A snug, private space ideal for two, located near the town’s main attractions like the Pump Street Bakery and Orford Ness (insert what this is right here). Prices are around £100 per night. For more details or to book, check out the listing.

• Dog-friendly: Yes
• Family-friendly: Sleeps a maximum of two guests.
• Wheelchair-accessible: No 

Shallow End 

A charming one-bedroom cottage in Orford, ideal for a couple looking for a peaceful getaway. Situated just off Orford Quay, this property offers spectacular views over the River Ore and Orford Ness. Its amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, a comfortable bedroom, and a large garden with a unique "look-out" point. Rates generally start around £125 per night, though prices may vary by season. For more details or to book, check out the listing on Airbnb.

• Dog-friendly: Yes
• Family-friendly: Sleeps a maximum of two guests.
• Wheelchair-accessible: No

For more information or to book, visit The Studio orShallow End on Airbnb. 

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Holiday Cottage Rental in Orford 

Orford Holiday Cottage

Rent directly from the owners at Orford Holiday Cottage; this sweet 2-bedroom cottage in the heart of the village. The cottage is a Grade II listed building and sleeps up to 4 people.

• Dog-friendly: Yes (they accept one well behaved pet)
• Family-friendly: Yes
• Wheelchair-accessible: No

Distance to Bakery: 150m

Distance to Workshop: 800m (20 mins walk, 4 min drive)

For more information or to book, visit Orford Holiday Cottage.

 

Image credit: Brick Kiln Farm Camping

Best Campsite Near Orford:

Brick Kiln Farm Camping

For camping in the summer months (May – September) we recommend Brick Kiln Farm Camping, situated on the outskirts of the village of Campsea Ashe in unspoilt, quiet Suffolk countryside, surrounded by fields. The campsite has lovely flat grass pitches that are well marked out, and well maintained facilities. Please note, this is an adults only campsite so no under 18’s allowed. Book here. 

• Dog-friendly: Yes
• Family-friendly: No
• Wheelchair-accessible: No (unless travelling with a wheelchair accessible camper van)

Distance to Bakery: 8.3 miles (20 mins drive)

Distance to Workshop: 9 miles (25 mins drive)