The Red Lion at Stiffkey

Hotels
8.1 (347 reviews)
Wells Road , Stiffkey , gb

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Delicious food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.43
Some reviews pointed out that rooms were clean, but there were concerns about bathroom upkeep and dirt in the accommodation.
Service
8.4
Reviews consistently mention friendly staff and good service.
Location
8.94
Numerous reviews highlighted the awesome and peaceful location.
Room Quality
7.89
Most reviews noted that rooms were clean and comfortable, though some needed attention.
Amenities
6.92
While some amenities were noted positively, there were mentions of small TVs and limited choices for breakfast.
Value for Money
7.88
Food was described as worth the price, but some accommodations felt basic.
Food and Beverage
8.93
Great reviews of the food quality, with specific mentions of tasty meals.
Overall Experience
8.4
Overall positive experience highlighted by guests, despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 17:45

Property Description

Charming Accommodation with Stunning Surroundings

Luxurious Amenities: From a cozy shared lounge to a beautiful terrace, our hotel offers a range of amenities for guests to relax and unwind during their stay.

Gastronomic Delights: Indulge in a delightful dining experience at our on-site restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar, catering to all culinary preferences.

Convenient Location: Situated near popular attractions like Cromer Pier and Holkham Hall, our hotel provides easy access to explore the beauty of Stiffkey and its surroundings.

To book your stay at The Red Lion at Stiffkey and experience true hospitality, visit our website or contact us directly.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BHX

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 347 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.43
Service: 8.4
Location: 8.94
Room Quality: 7.89
Amenities: 6.92
Value for Money: 7.88
Food and Beverage: 8.93
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Jean solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

It is very well placed for visiting the area. The pub is a lovely olde world one. The meal we had was superb.

Cons:

The room was lovely but the bathroom is in need of an update. There was a bath but the shower was just attached to the taps not on the wall. There was no screen or curtain so the floor got very wet. Remove the bath and install a walk in shower. The balcony was great and we had a lovely view but there were cobwebs everywhere and the wood needed treating.

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Mary solo_traveller gb
7
Shame about the room!
Pros:

The food was very good, if all a bit pricey. Special mention for Sasha who was really helpful and welcoming! As a solo guest, she made my stay!

Cons:

The room (No 1) was a disappointment; very overpriced. It needed a face-lift - furniture was old and tired. The bathroom was functional although the over bath shower had no wall attachment so a shower wasn't an option! The balcony was the only redeeming feature!

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Philip couple gb
9
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Simon couple gb
8
Great stay, great staff, good location.
Pros:

Great to have a balcony. Staff great.

Cons:

Balcony very unclean. Spider website, dried bord poop, windows filthy, decking filthy.
Under the best full of dust, hair and other waste.
Shower not on a bracket to stand under amd no shower curtain meaning floor got flooded. Bathroom window could not be opened
Beans at breakfast came n a tiny sauce pot, barely one desert spoons worth. Had to ask for milk orange juice, salt, teaspoon on 1st morning.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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eileen couple gb
8
Great village pub in a beautiful area
Pros:

The choice at breakfast was excellent.
The evening meals menu had a great choice of dishes
The beer was lovely
Comfortable beds

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Jayne solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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C extended_group gb
8
Peaceful location and quiet stay.
Pros:

A lovely location and quiet and peaceful place to stay. We loved relaxing on the seats outside our room in the garden area. Nice breakfast included (although not amazing for vegetarians) and an ambient breakfast room.

Cons:

Our room was quite run-down. It's still comfy but there were cobwebs and broken blinds and everything needs updating. It was really hot when we stayed and the bathroom window doesn't open and the towel heater couldn't be turned off so we were sweltering.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Julia couple gb
10
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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FRAN 12 solo_traveller mu
8
Warm pub vibe, friendly staff
Pros:

The location, the warm pub vibe, good food and super friendly staff.

Cons:

Bedroom clean but a bit dated, mattresses too soft (old). No opening windows in the bathroom struck me as odd. Towel heater could not be switched off.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Stephen solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Freya couple gb
8
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Andy G couple gb
8
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
9
Cons:

Bar manager was helpful

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Valerie solo_traveller gb
8
4 night stay
Pros:

Location. Staff. Food. Accommodation

Cons:

Noisy upstairs guests for 2 nights

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Ian couple gb
8
Cons:

The only thing stopping me from providing a glowing review was the fact that I had great trouble booking a table to eat each night.
I messaged the pub via booking.com booking a table for each night and did not get a reply, I therefore phoned the pub and was told by a member of staff that they had seen my request but the person who deals with the messages was off sick. I therefore requested a table each night only to find when we arrived this had no been done, I therefore booked again only to find when we came down to eat at 7 the following evening, which was a Sunday that they stopped serving at 6 and I didn’t have a booking anyway.
I did manage to book for the next two nights.
I had booked our stay as a birthday treat for my wife as we had eaten there the year before and loved it.
All the staff were great but for some unknown reason they didn’t understand a simple request for a table.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Eric solo_traveller gb
5
2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Jamie couple gb
9
Lovely and very enjoyable
Pros:

Delightful stay everything was catered for and clean. This was a last minute stay for us but we would definitely come again. The pub and the breakfast was equally as nice and stiffkryvis very quaint.

Cons:

Possibly a shower would have been better for us but this is only a minor thing.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Olwen couple gb
8
Very enjoyable stay - some minor improvements would make it even better
Pros:

Rooms were clean and comfortable. Bed was comfy, pillows soft. Lovely view from our balcony We could see deer and hares from the balcony and hear owls hooting at night. Food was good. Staff friendly. Good location for nature reserves - not too far from Titchwell and Cley Nature Reserves. Close to Walshingham Light Railway - visited Walsingham Abbey - it had a lovely woodland - we saw stoats. Sandringham 40 minutes away.

Cons:

Toiletries hadn't been topped up/replaced on arrival - we were provided with minimal hand wash. We had to ask three times to get them topped up. Breakfast, some mornings they put the toaster out some mornings they didn't. Two slots in the toaster only toasted on one side. Staff said they had been asking for weeks for a new toaster - this hasn't been implemented yet. No loose sugar to sprinkle on your breakfast cereal - had to ask each morning. I mean who puts sugar lumps on their cereal.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Geraldine solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Karen solo_traveller gb
8
Great pub and base for stay along North Norfolk coast
Pros:

Staff very friendly, food very good. Location great for north Norfolk coast. Room pleasant, bed comfortable, bathroom large.

Cons:

The radiator was on full in the bathroom on a very hot week. There was also a layer of dust on the furniture. Maybe the room hadn't been used in a while. We soon cleaned it up though. Didn't spoil our stay

2026-05-30 via Nuitee