The Golden Lion Hotel, near Hunstanton Beach, offers a warm welcome with a garden and outdoor furniture. Enjoy breakfast, connect to WiFi in the comfort of your room or unwind at the bar. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
The Golden Lion Hotel puts you within a 15-minute drive of Sandringham House. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. A snack bar/deli, a terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
29 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site self-parking (GBP 6 per night)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Outdoor furniture
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10.00 for adults and GBP 5.00 for children
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from 2 January 2024 to 22 March 2024 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 2 2024 to March 22 2024 (dates subject to change):
One of the bars/lounges
Breakfast
Daily housekeeping
Dining venue(s)
The property is closed between 2 January and 21 March.
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per day
Parking
Self-parking costs GBP 6 per night
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
The Golden Lion Hotel Hotel
The Golden Lion Hotel Hunstanton
The Golden Lion Hotel Hotel Hunstanton
Frequently asked questions
Is The Golden Lion Hotel currently open?
This property is closed from 2 January 2024 to 22 March 2024 (dates subject to change). The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 2 2024 to March 22 2024 (dates subject to change):
One of the bars/lounges
Breakfast
Daily housekeeping
Does The Golden Lion Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Golden Lion Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Golden Lion Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Golden Lion Hotel?
Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 6 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Golden Lion Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Golden Lion Hotel and nearby?
The Golden Lion Hotel has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Golden Lion Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant. The dining venue will be unavailable from 2 January 2024 to 22 March 2024 (dates subject to change).
What's the area around The Golden Lion Hotel like?
The Golden Lion Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Norfolk Coast Path - West and 2 minutes' walk from Hunstanton Beach.
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The Golden Lion Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
10 February 2023
Lovely staff great stay
Alison
Alison, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 January 2023
Clean tidy n very friendly staff close to pubs n beach
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
16 July 2023
The view and position of hotel was good,staff were great.
Terence
Terence, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 September 2022
Great staff and location
Great location, staff really pleasant and helpful, second visit, won’t be our last
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 May 2023
Perfect for what we needed staff were great
matthew
matthew, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
26 September 2023
We liked the proximity to nearby establishments and transportation.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 September 2023
Its position near the beach and central to orher beaches
Yanny
Yanny, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 August 2023
Ideal location
A lovely hotel with great views and smack in the centre of Hunstanton.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 October 2023
Very pleasant stay
Friendly and helpful staff. Great location. Safe parking. Adequate breakfast.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 August 2022
Staff were incredibly friendly ,helpful and down to earth
Anthony
Anthony, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 March 2023
Great location
Met up with my dad and my daughter for a break and had a great time
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 July 2023
Lovely friendly staff. A large, airy room, with very comfy beds! And the sea view was spectacular.
Julia
Julia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 July 2023
Great Dog friendly hotel
One of the best hotels we have stayed in. Very very dog friendly
Great customer service.very friendly and take time for you.Great views. Definitely going back.
A J
A J, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 March 2023
Amazing staff
We have stayed here many times, cannot fault anything, staff are so pleasant and helpful.
My dogs are also made very welcome, definitely be back again
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 October 2022
Perfect location. Friendly staff comfortable room. Only improvement would be a biscuit on the tea coffee tray.
Alison
Alison, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 June 2023
Friendly atmosphere, all staff willing to help. And smiles all round.
Garry
Garry, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 April 2023
Positioned at the top of The Green giving unique views down to the sea.
Alan
Alan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 August 2023
I had a lovely relaxing stay. Super breakfasts delivered speedily! ALL staff extremely welcoming and friendly! Excellent location. Thanks.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 May 2023
The Golden Lion hotel is lovely Grade 2 listed building. Very old but very pleasant. It was a perfect base for our weekend stay. It’s position is ideal to explore the coastline. Highly recommend
Lynne
Lynne, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 October 2022
The hotel is very comfortable and the staff are friendly and helpful. The food was variable, some poor, some very good
Charles
Charles, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 October 2022
Perfect
Perfect, old hotel grade II listed, lovely staff, will stay again
Marina
Marina, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 February 2023
The Lion roared.
Well located. Pleasant views and exterior generally. Pleasant staff.
Patrick
Patrick, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 March 2023
Will be going back as perfect position in hunstant
It’s a ye olde style hotel with character and may not be mega modern but the staff were absolutely brilliant
John
John, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 October 2023
Staff excellent
All the staff are excellent. Bed was really comfortable. The showers were great and lovely fluffy towels. Hotel just a little tired in places. Definitely stop again.
Josephine
Josephine, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 February 2023
Short break with the dogs
Enjoyed our stay with our dogs. Very central to all amenities e.g. beach walks, shops etc. Great having a dining room where you could take the dogs into. Staff love dogs too so made a fuss of them. Will book again