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The Lifeboat

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Superior Double Room | Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Deluxe Double Room | Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Signature Double Room | Free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Captains Cottage Ship Lane, Hunstanton, England, PE36 6LT
  • Place, Norfolk Coast
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hunstanton Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Sandringham House
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room | Free WiFi

Superior Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room | Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Traditional Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Double Room | Free WiFi

Premium Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Signature Double Room | Free WiFi

Signature Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Hunstanton

In Hunstanton .You'll find RSPB Titchwell Marsh and West Sands within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Norfolk Coast and Brancaster Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Coast - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Hunstanton Beach - 10 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Brancaster Beach - 12 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Sandringham House - 20 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • Holkham Hall - 27 min drive - 17.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kings Lynn Station - 27 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jolly Sailor Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Eric's Fish & Chips - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Ancient Mariner Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Ship Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Old Marine Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Lifeboat

3-star guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Hunstanton hotel.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lifeboat offers 17 accommodations. This Hunstanton hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

The Lifeboat Hotel
The Lifeboat Hunstanton
The Lifeboat Hotel Hunstanton

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lifeboat to the airport?

The Lifeboat is 42.6 mi (72-min drive) away from the Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lifeboat?

As of Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lifeboat on Jun 8, 2026 start from $147, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Lifeboat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lifeboat.

How close is The Lifeboat to the beach?

This hotel is 3.8 mi (10-min drive) from Hunstanton Beach and 3.3 mi (21-min drive) from West Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Lifeboat offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Lifeboat, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Lifeboat?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Lifeboat?

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

Is there free parking at The Lifeboat?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Lifeboat have a pool?

The Lifeboat does not have a pool.

Does The Lifeboat have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Lifeboat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Lifeboat to downtown Hunstanton?

The Lifeboat is 0.2 mi away from Thornham.

The Lifeboat Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 73 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little place to stay for a weekend in Norfolk. Comfortable room, great selection of beers and food in the pub. Breakfast was excellent too. Plenty of coastal paths nearby if you enjoy walking too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely night stay. Food was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and really good standard of accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room , amazing food both at dinner & breakfast. Staff very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room, small but adequate for a couple
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and all of the staff were extremely polite, friendly and helpful. The whole place had a very cosy, welcoming feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room and bathroom. Room seemed clean. Staff were helpful. Food and drink in the pub were good especially breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
From the check In on day one to the check out in the last day .. had a fantastic time .. friendly staff from the breakfast staff the the bar staff at night .. the hotel and bar and restaurant was perfectly clean .. the room was clean and tidy .. the breakfast every morning was amazing.. loved the breakfast every morning.. best breakfast I've had in a long time ..had an amazing stay .. I would recommend to anyone
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly and welcoming, the breakfast was excellent and the pub pretty good as well. Location was perfect. Really charming place! The bedroom was on the small side and the bathroom very tiny with no shelves to put any of the essentials. Fine for a couple of nights for 2 people but probably not longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay food good staff friendly especially young man on reception
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

J

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

Great location and lovely hotel

Fabulous location. Really friendly and helpful staff, breakfast excellent. Standard room was very small but adequate for a short stay but having said that the large bathroom made up for it
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff where amazing food was brilliant we just found the bed to bed lumpy and uncomfortable and the noise from the carpark was loud couldn’t get an early night so if you want peace and an early night this isn’t the place but I will come back for food etc
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Ideal for a break

A very pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All the staff were very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo

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

Great place to stay.

Lovely room. Fantastic breakfast and an awesome snack menu. Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

A superb sort stay

Very friendly and accommodating staff! Atmosphere, food and drinks; amazing. A wonderful stay. Will return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

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

A perfect place to stay

A lovely hotel with extremely helpful staff. The food was amazing with great variety. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom was great with a free-standing bath and powerful waterfall shower.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice rooms, very comfortable. Good food and lovely staff as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I went to the Lifeboat for my 60th Birthday and had an amazing time, location fantastic staff friendly. Will definetely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were helpful and friendly, Ollie work the bar was very polite and positive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice comfortable overnight stay. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Nice 3 night break

Lovely Inn. The room was quite small. The bed was very comfortable and the food was quite nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Benjamin

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

Good Comfortable Stay

It was a very relaxing stay. Was there for one night. Breakfast was superb and happy with the room I got. My only issue was the bathroom maybe hadn’t been checked for shower gel etc.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Lifeboat stay

Staff were brilliant welcoming friendly abd helpful. Location is beautiful I can not wait to go back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven

Great staff very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024