The Lyndhurst Guest House

As someone who lives in Norfolk, a trip to Great Yarmouth was planned, in order to attend the yearly Out There Festival, so a friend of mine joined me from Clacton-on-Sea in Essex and we stayed there from Wednesday 29 May, having just returned home today (Monday 3 June). The hotel famously won on Channel 4’s TV show, Four In A Bed, (not sure of precise year). It was rated 4-star and was ran by a married couple, who have since retired, and new management has taken over. On initial entry, it was a pleasant hotel, big garden area out the front, modern security features, door and actual room intercoms too.. and the staff were friendly and showed you to your room. The room itself was pleasant, Freeview TV, tea/coffee facilities, large sash windows, comfortable bed, sink in bedroom, radiators, drawers and access to a communal toilet and shower cubicle. Breakfast was not provided, although there’s plenty of places to eat as the main shopping area and amusements/sea front etc., are all within walking distance. I had become aware that there was an unpleasant musty smell, the TV was not correctly connected to the aerial, as an announcement kept coming up on the screen whilst you are watching TV, and a tap that couldn’t be switched off, so I had to sleep with the tap constantly running, and as there were no staff around, I managed to get it sorted out during the day. Also, the sink was too small to refill the kettle, so I had to go to the shower to use that water! It was a comfortable stay but NOT 4-star, plus the photos on the website are from how it all look originally, and that both of these need updating, so it is more honest.

Having read old reviews from when the previous owners had the property, I had high hopes for this guest house. However, on arrival we were shown to our room (deluxe) and I was horrified to find that it was apparent that the beds had only been made, but not changed, from previous visitors. The were hairs and stains all over the bed sheets, layers of dust on all surfaces and a damp smell throughout. We immediately checked out after advising ******* of this issue. In the following weeks, the owner of the property failed to respond to any communication that ******* were sending. I warn anyone who was considering this property to sincerely consider elsewhere!

I was really grateful for the staff! They sent me clear check-in details however due to my mistake I had problems at the door and was met by a super kind and helpful staff! Great location in a clean adorable hotel!

Read yesterday review as I stayed an extra night. All remains true with the addition of the double room with ensuite was excellent quality and worth the extra. It also had a smart TV and a well equipped shower room. The bed was so comfy that I slept right through also it was so quiet and peaceful I felt at home and would stay against and highly recommend

Fast check-in. Instructions for self check in texted before check in very easy to understand. modern door lock system easy to use. The lobby stairwells and commun areas spotless Room was spotless and well equipped. Tea coffee kettle cup glass and TV. Clean comfy bed and fluffy towels. What more could you padssible need. Oh yes there is super fast WiFi. I checked out happy that I picked a decent hotel. Happy enough that I extended my trip by a day and booked another night.

Guest house is lovely and beautifully decorated throughout.Single room is very good.Bed was comfy

We had a great stay at the Lyndhurst, clean, tidy & functional, it served our needs well. I would definitely recommend the Lyndhurst to anyone wishing to stay there.

Definitely not a 4* property! The radiator didn’t get warm and the shower was cold despite being run for a few minutes. When we got to the Guest House the reception was disorganised and untidy. I hadn’t realised when booking that breakfast wasn’t available either. Doors banging at 3am then very noisy at 4.45am when guests in next door room came back. Wouldn’t go back.

This is certainly far from a 4 star. Central location with a comfortable bed but that’s about the extent of the positive’s. Shabby room. Wardrobe was propped up with a piece of card to stop it toppling over. Not deep enough for a coat hanger so items hung at an angle . Mini fridge , the seal wasn’t great. En suite shower, water pressure was terrible, note on wall instructing water to be run 5-10 minutes before expecting it to run hot! So little room between sink and shower we had to stand at an angle to wash. Lack of tea bags and a hair dryer, although in fairness the manager did rectify this immediately. Please note, if you are lucky enough to find a parking space outside the hotel, it will cost £5 a day payable via the hotel. All in all, extremely disappointed with quality and cleanliness of this room , in my opinion it was at best a 2 star.