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The Dabbling Duck

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in King's Lynn with a restaurant and a bar

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The Dabbling Duck provides a charming getaway with its peaceful garden setting. The on-site restaurant serves delicious meals, while in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected. After exploring, travelers can unwind at the bar or make use of the convenient laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding

Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Triple Room, Ensuite (Family (Sleeps 3)) | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding

Triple Room, Ensuite (Family (Sleeps 3))

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

Double Room, Ensuite (.)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Double Room, Ensuite (Super King)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (Super King) | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding

Classic Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (Super King)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Quadruple Room, Ensuite, Garden View (/ Double ) | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding

Luxury Quadruple Room, Ensuite, Garden View (/ Double )

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
11 Abbey Road, Great Massingham, King's Lynn, England, PE32 2HN

What's nearby

  • Houghton Hall - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Sandringham House - 14 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Castle Rising - 17 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Hunstanton Beach - 30 min drive - 32.4 km
  • Holkham Hall - 31 min drive - 37.8 km

Getting around

  • Kings Lynn Station - 18 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 164 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fox and Hound - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ffolkes Arms Hotel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Three Horseshoes - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Dabbling Duck - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Crown Inn - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Dabbling Duck

Property highlights
You can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities, and a bar at The Dabbling Duck. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture, meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • An off-leash area and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding, as well as perks like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Dabbling Duck Inn
Dabbling Duck Inn King's Lynn
Dabbling Duck King's Lynn
Dabbling Duck B&B King's Lynn
The Dabbling Duck King's Lynn
The Dabbling Duck Bed & breakfast
The Dabbling Duck Bed & breakfast King's Lynn

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dabbling Duck pet-friendly?

Yes, The Dabbling Duck allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Dabbling Duck?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Dabbling Duck?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Dabbling Duck located?

Situated in King's Lynn, this bed & breakfast is within 9 mi (15 km) of Houghton Hall, Castle Acre Priory, and Roydon Common. Roydon Common National Nature Reserve and Bircham Windmill are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

The Dabbling Duck Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 216 out of 286 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 286 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 286 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 286 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 286 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff nothing to much trouble.fantastic room and view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Suffice to say, if we're looking for somewhere to stay in the area again we won't need to look any further than The Dabbling Duck. We were well looked after from start to finish. Superb accommodation and lovely food - especially the breakfast which was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A charming pub in a pretty Norfolk village.

This was our third stay at the Dabbling Duck, always enjoyable. Very good food, service and a lovely pub and setting.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place to stay & eat

Such an amazing place to stay and so pet friendly The pub has such a good vibe & always buzzing - staff are so friendly & the food is lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a fantastic location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely village, comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming, quirky and unique decor ...Great! Would we stay again, definitely!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent village pub with great staff and atmosphere that matches its surroundings and in keeping with good old inn values. The chef provides a great variety of flavors and quality dishes all served hot and on hot plates. The stairs are somewhat challenging for the elderly and mobility impaired. I didn’t realize when booking that I could have requested a ground floor room. My bad - should have read the small print. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very friendly and helpful, the food was excellent and the dogs were catered for with their own beds, bowls and treats in the room. We are looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stunning looking building and a stunning location. Most of the staff are great, helpful and friendly apart from one man (who seated and served breakfast in the morning) looked fed up and borderline rude. Apart from that, it was a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended

Really clean, comfortable room. Nice soaps, tea, coffees and complimentary vodka! Evening meal was delicious, steak cooked perfectly. Breakfast equally great. 10 out of 10
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Graeme

Disliked: Amenities
It's a very busy pub so quite noisy. The food is good, but the room we had was very small and cluttered with a radiator (which could have been put away in the cupboard) and a large fan. The biggest problem was that there was no internet and the management attitude was - "Well it is North Norfolk!" Which is not really acceptable in 2025.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely little 'hidden' gem

Very friendly welcome, given a quick tour of the property, then shown to our room which was a lovely double with a view across the Green to the church. Small bottle of Homemade vodka was a nice touch and a pleasant nightcap. We had breakfast and an evening meal there, both excellent. There is also an outdoor wood fired pizza option at weekends, which also was excellent. We had a lovely stay. The village is pretty and you are only 20-30 mins from the coast and several other local attractions. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff delicious food and perfect cocktails! Love the style and decor, particularly the album covers on gents loos!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Room was too small for two people. Nowhere to hang clothes. Short bed which made it uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. Comfortable, welcoming and a relaxing nights sleep
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was fantastic and atmosphere was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Clean and attractive place to stay

Stayed for two nights. Free parking onsite was available. The room was up 10 narrow steep steps so we decided to leave the suitcases in the car. The room (5) overlooked the village green and church. The room was very small but had a little lobby area and a small bathroom. The Internet coverage was poor to our room. The bed was comfortable. There is a very nice looking restaurant which serves a variety of meals, mostly meat based. There was very little vegetarian choice. I didn’t feel I had to give warning as it’s not uncommon these days but maybe I will in the future. We were told on arrival that booking through Hotels.com meant breakfast wasn’t included but if the booking is made direct with the hotel it would be. Breakfast was a meagre buffet offering (£8.50), coffee is extra, or there was a more expensive menu option. There is a lovely tearoom opposite the hotel which opens at 9am and they have a wide range of breakfasts at a reasonable cost!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The restaurant and bar was excellent. Beautiful village pub with plenty of atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An amazing place to escape and relaxe, had a really great time chilling at the Duck
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Atmosphere and aura from staff and building excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marshall

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderfully charming and friendly place. Great service and staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
lovely inn with good food in a quiet village and central for North Norfolk.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lovely place in a beautiful setting

We would love to stay again, really enjoyed it. Room was comfortable, dinner & breakfast both relaxed and beautifully cooked. Dog freindly, so was great for us. The space is understandibly put aside mostly for diners with tables set up, but the bar area could really do with being larger and more comfy seating. Posh, obnoxious kids took over in the bar which was annoying, but that is not the establishments fault.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025