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The Golden Lion Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Hunstanton Beach

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Beach
Interior
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Dining
Premier Double with Sea View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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THE GREEN, Hunstanton, England, PE36 6BQ
  • Place, Norfolk Coast Path - West
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Princess Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hunstanton Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double with Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin with Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Hunstanton

In Hunstanton .With a stay at this Hunstanton hotel, you'll be steps from Norfolk Coast Path - West and Hunstanton Heritage Centre. Princess Theatre and Hunstanton Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Hunstanton Heritage Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Norfolk Coast Path - West - 1 min walk - 0.1 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fox & Hounds - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sofias - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Old Marine Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Ancient Mariner Inn - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Golden Lion Hotel

3-star hotel near Hunstanton Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Golden Lion Hotel also features a terrace and a garden. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Hunstanton hotel is smoke free.

  • 29 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Golden Lion Hotel offers 29 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self 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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 2 2024 to March 22 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 January 2 and March 21.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00 for adults and 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Golden Lion Hotel Hotel
The Golden Lion Hotel Hunstanton
The Golden Lion Hotel Hotel Hunstanton

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Golden Lion Hotel to the airport?

The Golden Lion Hotel is 43.3 mi (69-min drive) away from the Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Golden Lion Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Golden Lion Hotel.

How close is The Golden Lion Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Hunstanton Beach and 3.5 mi (13-min drive) from West Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Golden Lion Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Golden Lion Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 10.00 for adults and GBP 5.00 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Please note that breakfast will be unavailable between January 2 2024 and March 22 2024 (subject to change).

Is there a casino at The Golden Lion Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Golden Lion Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 6 per night.

Does The Golden Lion Hotel have a pool?

The Golden Lion Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Golden Lion Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. The dining venue will be unavailable from January 2 2024 to March 22 2024 (dates subject to change).

Does The Golden Lion Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Golden Lion Hotel to downtown Hunstanton?

The Golden Lion Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Hunstanton.

The Golden Lion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 218 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy n very friendly staff close to pubs n beach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We liked the proximity to nearby establishments and transportation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great location

Met up with my dad and my daughter for a break and had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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