The Black Lion Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (392 reviews)
Black Lion Hotel, Friday Market Place , Little Walsingham , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Cycling
Bar
Non-smoking throughout
Daily housekeeping
Wine/champagne
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful village location
Excellent food quality
Friendly staff
Cons:
Small bathrooms
Limited parking

Categories

Cleanliness
8.65
Spotlessly clean, overall positive sentiment.
Service
8.95
Friendly and attentive staff mentioned positively.
Location
8.95
Superb location close to attractions.
Room Quality
7.45
Some reviews mention small bathrooms, but rooms were clean and comfortable.
Amenities
7.95
Standard amenities for the hotel tier, but parking could be better.
Value for Money
7.95
Good value for the quality of food and service.
Food and Beverage
8.95
Food was described as excellent with a great variety.
Overall Experience
8.35
General positive sentiment, with minor issues reported.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 02:54

Property Description

Charming Accommodation in Little Walsingham

Delightful Dining Experience: Indulge in exquisite meals at our on-site restaurant, offering a variety of culinary delights for you to savor.

Comfort and Convenience: Enjoy the comfort of our non-smoking rooms equipped with modern amenities like free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and plush bedding.

Relaxing Social Spaces: Unwind at our cozy bar after a day of exploring nearby attractions such as Houghton Hall and Blakeney Point.

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Black Lion Hotel. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway in Little Walsingham.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
It's recommended to bring your own vehicle since this property is not serviced by public transportation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 392 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.65
Service: 8.95
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 7.45
Amenities: 7.95
Value for Money: 7.95
Food and Beverage: 8.95
Overall Experience: 8.35
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Elizabeth solo_traveller gb
10
A welcoming hotel with very friendly and helpful staff.
Pros:

Friendly, polite and helpful staff. Lovely old building. Delicious food. Perfect location.

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple gb
9
Great staff and great location
Pros:

Our room was comfortable and clean with all the facilities we needed and considering it was above the pub/restaurant it was quiet.

The staff were friendly and welcoming. The food was good and the staff would always look to accommodate a table for us even when the restaurant was busy.

A great location to stay when exploring north Norfolk.

Cons:

The only downside was the bathroom was very small and didn’t give much privacy.

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Niamh couple ie
8
2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Michael couple gb
10
Great location in village centre. Very relaxing stay
Pros:

Lovely old pub. Great food. Helpful staff. Relaxed atmosphere.

Cons:

Nothing. We had all we needed. The rooms aren’t large and the stairs are steep but the Pub is very old so this is to be expected. We loved it.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Jude couple gb
9
Pros:

It’s looks good as per the money and location

Cons:

Nothing much but not bad

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth family_with_children gb
7
It met our needs
Pros:

Breakfast was ok but thought the extra charges were uncalled for ie extra to have eggs Benedict but you could have a full English at no extra cost and the amount of staff at breakfast time was poor one person to serve and take orders book people out etc and serve casual dinners who were not residents

Cons:

Not having dogs in the dining room most unhygienic especially when they are sitting on peoples laps with their paws on the table and staff petting dogs you don’t know if they wash their hands before they serve food. We found that aspect must off putting and the yapping was enough to put you right off

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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john martyn couple gb
9
The atmosphere was informal, the food delicious, and the destination ideal for trips to the coast.
Pros:

The breakfast was very good.
The food (particularly the specials) in the evening was superb.We asked our server to pass on our compliments to the chef.
The setting, next to the church, and in a very beautiful village, was great.
The staff were very friendly and accommodating.

Cons:

frankly we have no criticism at all to make.

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Liebwin couple be
5
Pros:

Charming but also old

Cons:

Floor skewed, window could not be kept open, hot

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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caroline couple gb
8
Pros:

Perfect

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
10
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Janette couple gb
8
Brilliant stay in a quirky old inn
Pros:

Fabulous location. Great size room (twin bed room) Lots of history to it.
Great staff and food.

Cons:

Pillows could have been more comfortable. Maybe my preference but a little lumpy!

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Steven solo_traveller gb
8
Very nice
Pros:

Very nice

Cons:

Comfortable

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
9
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Barbara solo_traveller gb
8
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Peter couple gb
9
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Jacqueline couple gb
10
Well worth it. Close to other places. Locals were very friendly and helpful.
Pros:

It’s lovely and very charming.
The staff were brilliant, and the food was gorgeous.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Lynda couple gb
8
Enjoyed our stay, super room,very comfortable bed with superb linen and towels changed daily, good breakfast. an
Pros:

The location in the middle of the village was good.
The towels were changed daily abd were exceptionally white and fluffy and a good size, and the bed linen was superb.
It was a very relaxing place to stay.

Cons:

Not much outside space given over to visitors as it was such a popular place for local people to meet after work.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Nicholas couple gb
9
Very nice stay in clean spacious room & excellent food.
Pros:

Clean & spacious room

Cons:

All good

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Susan couple gb
10
Very enjoyable
Pros:

Good all round and food very good.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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steven couple gb
7
A very friendly hotel, with friendly staff and excellent food.
Pros:

The staff were all lovely and very helpful. Although not an extensive menu, the food was very well prepared and presented and tasted very good. The room was very clean and the mattress very comfortable. The bathroom was spacious and the shower worked well.

Cons:

The building had character, however the plumbing also had character, being quite noisy.
It was unfortunate that, as the weather was really warm and doors were open, a few flies visited the dining room at the same time as us.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee