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The Golden Lion Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Hunstanton Beach

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Premier Double with Sea View | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin with Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double with Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

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THE GREEN, Hunstanton, England, PE36 6BQ

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Coast Path - West - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hunstanton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • SEA LIFE Hunstanton - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Searles Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kings Lynn Station - 22 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rainbow Park - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fishers Traditional Fish & Chips - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Vegas Fish & Chips - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Honeystone - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Reg's Fish & Chips - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Golden Lion Hotel

Hotel near Hunstanton Beach
Consider a stay at The Golden Lion Hotel and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and smoke-free property
  • Outdoor furniture and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Golden Lion Hotel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 6 per night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 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

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 10.00 for adults and from GBP 5.00 for children
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 6 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is 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 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Golden Lion Hotel?

Self-parking is available for GBP 6 per night.

What time is check-in at The Golden Lion Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Golden Lion Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Golden Lion Hotel located?

Situated in Hunstanton, this hotel is steps away from Norfolk Coast Path - West and Hunstanton Beach. Hunstanton Heritage Centre and Princess Theatre are just steps away.

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The Golden Lion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 217 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 217 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 217 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 217 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 217 reviews

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 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The view and position of hotel was good,staff were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great staff and location

Great location, staff really pleasant and helpful, second visit, won’t be our last
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for what we needed staff were great
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yanny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its position near the beach and central to orher beaches
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Ideal location

A lovely hotel with great views and smack in the centre of Hunstanton.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very pleasant stay

Friendly and helpful staff. Great location. Safe parking. Adequate breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff were incredibly friendly ,helpful and down to earth
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly staff. A large, airy room, with very comfy beds! And the sea view was spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

A J

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Friendly staff comfortable room. Only improvement would be a biscuit on the tea coffee tray.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Positioned at the top of The Green giving unique views down to the sea.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly atmosphere, all staff willing to help. And smiles all round.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marina

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

Perfect

Perfect, old hotel grade II listed, lovely staff, will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very comfortable and the staff are friendly and helpful. The food was variable, some poor, some very good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a lovely relaxing stay. Super breakfasts delivered speedily! ALL staff extremely welcoming and friendly! Excellent location. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Patrick

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

The Lion roared.

Well located. Pleasant views and exterior generally. Pleasant staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

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

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
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Philip

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

Hunstanton

Good 3 star hotel. Clean , comfortable and staff were very helpful and friendly. Lovely situation overlooking the sea.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The man on reception when I arrived was so lovely, and the lady on reception when I left was also lovely. The room was spacious & clean. The sea view was amazing. The room was warm and comfortable. Loved my solo stay.

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023