The Kensington

Hotels
Independent
4 (17 reviews)
29 North Dr, Great Yarmouth, England, NR30 4EW , Great Yarmouth , GB

Facilities

Free WiFi
Terrace
Wheelchair accessible
Front desk (limited hours)
Smoke-free property
Free self parking

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Affordable price
Cons:
Room cleanliness issues
Heating problems

Categories

Cleanliness
2.5
Mixed sentiments; some rooms described as dirty.
Service
5.5
Staff described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Location
5.5
Excellent location near the seafront and town center.
Room Quality
2.5
Rooms varied in quality; some issues reported with heat and cleanliness.
Amenities
3.5
Basic amenities available; could use some improvement.
Value for Money
4.5
Good value at a low price, particularly for short stays.
Food and Beverage
3.5
Breakfast service praised, but some complaints noted.
Overall Experience
4.5
Generally a good experience with room for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 02:00

Property Description

Experience the perfect coastal getaway at The Kensington in Great Yarmouth, where relaxation meets adventure.

Stunning Accommodations
Unwind in one of our 26 elegantly designed guestrooms, complete with flat-screen televisions and private bathrooms, ensuring a cozy retreat after a day of exploration. Complimentary toiletries and hair dryers add to your comfort.

Prime Location
Situated just moments away from picturesque attractions like the Venetian Waterway Gardens and Caister-on-Sea Beach, immerse yourself in the best of Great Yarmouth’s outdoor beauty and entertainment, including the popular Britannia Pier Theatre.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access throughout your stay, stay connected whether for work or leisure. Our hotel also features free self-parking, making your arrival and departure seamless.

Book your stay today at The Kensington and create unforgettable memories by the coast!

Important information:

Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

  • Children and extra beds

    No cribs (infant beds) available

Location

Guest Reviews

4
Based on 17 reviews
Cleanliness: 2.5
Service: 5.5
Location: 5.5
Room Quality: 2.5
Amenities: 3.5
Value for Money: 4.5
Food and Beverage: 3.5
Overall Experience: 4.5
C
Corinne
10
Pros:

For us it was the friendly approachable staff and the good atmosphere. We liked the breakfast and the room very much, everything was easy and felt relaxed. The staff were exceptionally kind to our son, who is five, and we’re happy to chat with him each day. We appreciated that kindness - thank you.

2025-11-07 via Nuitee
M
Martin
8
Pros:

For the low price it was a fine stay, the staff were very friendly and the location is excellent on the seafront

2025-10-24 via Nuitee
S
Stuart
8
Pros:

The property is currently undergoing renovation,
The main public areas and our room were freshly decorated, clean & tidy.
The staircase is overdue for updating and will lift the level when done.
The staff could not have been more helpful and breakfast service as good as any other place.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
S
s
8
Quick trip. Clean and tidy
Pros:

Walk out hotl across rd onto promenade.

2025-10-02 via Nuitee
P
Peter
8
Pros:

Clean,staff friendly, sea view good, good location

2025-10-02 via Nuitee
R
Richard
10
Pros:

Nicely positioned near the town centre, easy to walk to the beach etc..
Breakfast good..
Staff delightful and friendly!

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
K
Kenneth
4
Pros:

No heating condensation running down windows electic kept tripping out so cold unable to sleep when i reported this only answer was heating did.nt come on till october could.nt take photos as unable to charge my phone had to change hotels after 2 dreadful nights

2025-09-30 via Nuitee
D
Doreen
10
Amazing
Pros:

Amazing apartment-only 2 things-no where to put your toiletries in shower and nowhere for tails to hang after use . Would recommend this place 100 per cent .

2025-09-19 via Nuitee
C
Chelsea family
10
Pros:

Fantastic friendly hotel
Staff always on hand and couldn’t have been more helpful
Completely understand food allergies and went out of their way to accommodate

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
J
Julie partner
4
Pros:

The room was dirty there was no heating on and it was cold. Breakfast was rubbish, shower was terrible toto use. The window cils were thilfy, no double glazing. The room needs updating. Would not recommend.

2025-09-17 via Nuitee
J
John
6
Room for improvement but would stay again.
Pros:

This was my first stay at this hotel. Some things were done well however some areas need improvement. I referred some room issues to the team that require addressing and my comments seemed to be received well. Saying that I'd absolutely give the place a 2nd chance to impress.

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
J
John
8
Repeat stay.
Pros:

This is my 2nd stay here. It fitted my requirements. Would be happy to book & stay again which is a real positive as repeat business is good business!

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
K
Karen family
8
Pros:

Our room was clean. The bed linen and towels were of good quality. The room has a tv and tea and coffee making facilities which is nice. Breakfast was adequate. The walls a very thin and we were woken up very early by guests in the next room turning their tv on very loudly. We arrived quite late and there was no car parking available, but managed to park in the road. Apart from that we had a good stay and would come again.

2025-09-08 via Nuitee
S
Stephen family
10
Pros:

Would highly recommend

2025-09-06 via Nuitee
N
Nicola
8
Pleasant surprise
Pros:

After reading reviews, I was a little unsure whether to book. However, I only need accommodation for one evening. I called the morning I was due to travel and was advised that there was a refurbished room available and although I was booking online I could add a note to request.
Our room was much better than I envisaged over looking the front with a sea view. Comfortable bed, two nice chairs in the room by the window which we liked. Bathroom was fine, clean, just needs the radiator replacing or painting.
We enjoyed 3 games of pool which my son really enjoyed. This was in the downstairs area, with bar and nice seating outside.
Next morning we both enjoyed a good breakfast with cereals, toast and a cooked breakfast. Tea for two and plenty of juice to choose from too. I would book again and look forward to seeing the renovations continue. Overall great affordable overnight stay with a fab breakfast.

2025-08-31 via Nuitee
R
Rashda
6
Pros:

The location of this property was amazing and the staff were lovely however its just a basic hotel with a basic bed and very small shower room

2025-08-31 via Nuitee
V
Valerie family_with_children
8
Pros:

Value for money, convenient.

2025-08-05 via Nuitee