About this property

Featuring free WiFi, The Harnser, Cley offers pet-friendly accommodation in Cley next the Sea, 42.8 km from Norwich. Free private parking is available on site. Every room is simply furnished with beds and simply facilities. You will find a kettle in the room and a private bathroom. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. A continental breakfast is included for all guests. The town of Holt is 6.5 km away. The Harnser, Cley is close to Cley marshes and within walking distance of the beach and the Norfolk Wildlife Trust Centre. Kings Lynn is 50 km from The Harnser, Cley, while Cromer is 17 km away. The nearest airport is Norwich International Airport, 35 km from The Harnser, Cley.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I liked it's central location, how close it is to the famous Windmill, the parking onsite, the heritage feel of the room and the breakfast selection. You could either walk to the sea or it's a short drive. The curry of the day was really good. All...
  • Cecilia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Charming property full of character our room looked out onto Cley Windmill they use local made toiletries and the breakfast was excellent and served in their lovely tearoom we will certainly stay there again 100%
  • Angelina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    My friends and I stayed for the weekend in two rooms. One was a twin, the other a double. Both rooms were clean and comfortable, beds were lovely, and towels and linen were of good quality. The rooms are due to be refurbished this autumn, but we...
  • Jacques
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Proximity to the sea and opportunities for excellent walks.
  • Carole
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    My daughter and I have just returned from a two day stay at The Harnser. The owners and staff made us so welcome as soon as we arrived. The menu and the food was amazing. We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this hotel.
  • Albert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    wonderful hosts, excellent service, food was exceptional, everything good at the Harnser. Dave R
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The two hosts, Alan & Ronan were so lovely, helpful and friendly. The bed was very comfortable and the food was absolutely delicious ! Ideal setting / area for a lovely B&B.
  • Tim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very friendly staff and wonderful food. Great location for birdwatching. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to go again when we can. May not be the place if you expect a modern hotel, but the Harnser has character and Ronan and Alan are so...
  • Kerry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The most charming and hospitable staff!! Couldn’t have been nicer ! Funny and on it in every way ! The restaurant was incredible. Fantastic breakfast and dinner was exceptional!! Thank you 🤩.
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Ronan and Alan are brilliant hosts. Cley is a beautiful place. We've been visiting North Norfolk for over 40 years and would recommend The Harnser 100%

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by The Harnser

Company review score: 9.5Based on 762 reviews from 16 properties
16 managed properties

Company information

The Harnser (old Norfolk for Heron) is a 17th century traditional flint building in the heart of Cley Next the Sea. It started life as a pub and was formerly the Kings Head of Cley until 1971, when the name was changed to The Harnser and was converted into tea rooms and bed and breakfast. In 2021 the refurbished Cafe /Bistro opened to the general public with 5 bedrooms, all with their own private facilities, together with car-parking for 6/8 vehicles- a rarity in the village.

Property information

A beautiful rambling old flint and brick building nestled in picturesque Cley high street, close to the marshes and beach. The building has character; wonky doorways, old wooden floors, oak beams and crooked corners. It is perfect in its imperfections. All rooms have private shower rooms, however rooms 2 & 4 have theirs across the corridor from them. Rooms 1,3 and 5 have ensuites. There is free WiFi, flatscreen TVs, Hairdryers, Tea and Coffee facilities in each bedroom. We are dog friendly in all areas including the bedrooms. We have no fitted carpets in the rooms, lovely painted floorboards with rugs on. Cosy, comfortable and unpretentious! We are open as a Cafe, Bar and Bistro after a refit in 2021, serving breakfast to our guests before opening to the public at 11am until 4 pm, serving light bites, toasted sandwiches, soup, cakes and coffees from 12pm to 3 pm. We reopen at 7pm for evening meals and drinks, serving a variety of home cooked dishes until 9pm, closing at 10:30pm. Please note The Harnser is closed every Tuesday though we do serve our guests who are staying their breakfast that morning. Sanders Coast Hopper, the local bus service that goes from Wells to Cromer via Blakeney and Cley

Neighbourhood information

Beautiful views of the marshes and sea, with a back-drop of undulating countryside, Cley is within a mile of the beach. Within walking distance, the village has two pubs: The George and Dragon and The Three Swallows as well as the Picnic Fayre deli, Cley Smokehouse, Made in Cley ( pottery ) and the Pinkfoot Gallery, Cley is perfectly placed to suit year round activities.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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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.