The Dormy House Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (1723 reviews)
Cromer Road, West Runton , Cromer , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Food quality disappointing
No breakfast offered in restaurant

Categories

Cleanliness
7.34
Some issues reported with food quality and cleanliness, room cleanliness was acceptable.
Service
9.31
Friendly staff received multiple mentions and positive sentiments.
Location
8.85
Location was positively mentioned by several guests.
Room Quality
8.8
Rooms were noted to be nice, warm, and clean.
Amenities
8.63
Some basic amenities like a fridge and breakfast hamper were appreciated.
Value for Money
8.29
While some felt the food prices were high, others appreciated the overall value.
Food and Beverage
6.34
Multiple reviews cited disappointing food quality and portion sizes.
Overall Experience
8.81
Mixed reviews with several enjoyable aspects but significant issues mentioned.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 07:53

Property Description

Exquisite Service and Dining Experience
The Dormy House Hotel in West Runton offers unparalleled service and a renowned dining experience, including the Best Roast on the Coast. Our commitment to excellence ensures your visit is truly unforgettable.

Locally Sourced and Seasonal Menu
Indulge in our onsite restaurants' seasonally changing menu and locally renowned carvery, featuring fresh produce from North Norfolk. We take pride in supporting local businesses and offering the best of the region's flavors.

Prime Location for Exploration
Conveniently situated between Cromer and Sheringham, our hotel is a short walk from West Runton town center, with easy access to cafes, shops, and transportation. Explore the coastal beauty, nearby towns, and the historic city of Norwich just 25 miles away.

Book your stay at The Dormy House Hotel for a memorable experience in the heart of North Norfolk.

Important information:

Baby cots and extra beds
Baby cots and extra beds are only available in selected room types and must be requested directly with the hotel prior to arrival.

Pets policy
Pets are allowed at a charge of GBP 35 per pet, per night.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: NWI

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1723 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.34
Service: 9.31
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 8.63
Value for Money: 8.29
Food and Beverage: 6.34
Overall Experience: 8.81
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Duncan couple gb
8
Ok
Pros:

All staff were excellent

Cons:

Cooked breakfast not included…… hamper was only adequate…..

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Min couple gb
9
A perfect short stay
Pros:

The view and walk to the sea (the beautiful West Runton beach) is unbeatable. Calm and quiet, both in the building and surroundings. The care of the staff was just the appropriate amount to make us feel welcome, yet not overburdened. The restaurant felt as if it were used by the locals as well, which is a nice vibe.

Cons:

A touching-up of the facilities may be timely. But we didn't really mind it very much.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Sean solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Very clean and very friendly

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Probert solo_traveller gb
8
Our stay in the Dormy house
Pros:

Just a short drive from Cromer
Clean with friendly staff

Cons:

Very quiet,with not many guests around and the room was at the top of the building with sloping ceilings and I am nearly 6ft so had to watch for bumping head

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Jessica family_with_children gb
8
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Andrew solo_traveller gb
8
2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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lisa couple gb
8
Lovely views
Pros:

Beautiful location with view over the sea

Cons:

The room we originally given was very noisy on the main road. So we asked to be moved and we got a room at the back with amazing views of the sea. The one thing I really didn’t like as it said it including breakfast and all breakfast was was a hamper in the room. I think this should’ve been explained when booking.

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Caroline couple gb
8
Enjoyed it
Pros:

Location

Cons:

I was a little dissapointed in the breakfast

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Simpson family_with_children gb
9
Beautiful Dog friendly hotel perfect for the family.
Pros:

Room was lovely and spacious, staff super friendly, Dogs welcome.

Cons:

It was quite far out from everything we needed, the walk into Cromer was long and very dark.

2026-08-25 via Nuitee
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Kaz couple gb
8
I needed to chill out due to family bereavement The Dormy delivered
Pros:

Fantastic location wonderful views easy access to the beach and neighbouring places to visit. The Dormy sits in a lovely coastal village with natural beauty a place to chill out.

2026-08-24 via Nuitee
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Anneka¹ family_with_children gb
4
OK but not great
Pros:

Basic breakfast hamper but plenty provided

Cons:

There was a someones pubick hair in the shower tray. Someone else's wee down the toilet bowl. The rooms hadn't been vacuumed. There was a faulty electric fan (which had to be removed after we noticed a burning smell) quite scary. The glass/mirrored furniture is all cracked, which was extremely scary considering we had a 5yr old who touches everything! The bathroom floor was filthy and there was orange/red mould on the grout. The cups tasted of wet dog, they were stained, as was the cutlery.

2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Simon solo_traveller gb
10
Wonderful hotel for our short break...especially if you're taking children.😊
Pros:

The room was fantastic,especially the room for the children.Everything was clean,and beds were comfortable.

Cons:

I was disappointed that it said breakfast,and it wasn't a cooked breakfast,but a hamper of food instead.The children were especially disappointed,as they'd been looking forward to bacon etc on their little break.
Also a mirror was needed so you could use the hairdryer.The only mirror was in the bathroom.

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Alison solo_traveller gb
8
Pleasant overnight stay
Pros:

Great location, very comfortable, amazing amount of breakfast choices in our hamper.
Very welcoming reception.

Cons:

We had trouble with the shower not running away. Which meant we had to keep turning it off to drain.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Sarah solo_traveller gb
8
I felt so well looked after, and spoiled by the incredible location near the beautiful beach.
Pros:

The location is excellent and the staff were so friendly and incredibly helpful and accommodating.
My room was fantastic and included the balcony and amazing views which really helped make the stay.

Cons:

It would have been nice to have somewhere to have a quiet drink in the public area without feeling you were taking up space in the restaurant.

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Linda couple gb
9
Lovely hotel with incredible views
Pros:

1. Ideal location, not just because of the amazing view but because it is an easy walk down to the beach, very close to good bus and train connections, and was quiet at night.
2. We enjoyed the breakfast basket in the room, which had a good variety of items and yogurts & milk in the mini fridge. It was great to have a fridge in the room too.
3. The bed was comfortable with plenty of pillows. There was also a large fan available - it was a very hot week and so this was appreciated.
4. The food and service in the restaurant was excellent.
5. All the staff we met were friendly, attentive and responsive to our needs.
6. Enormous terrace outside with tables, chairs and also soft sofas and chairs was great to relax in during the evenings. Incredible views!

Cons:

The bathroom was enclosed and the shower drain let out unpleasant smells. This was really the only thing that reduced the score to 9.

A couple of suggestions would make the hotel experience even better:
1. The towel rail was not big enough for the bath towels to dry. We had to drape them over the chairs in the bedroom. A couple of hooks on the back of the bathroom door would be helpful additions.
2. There was a large wardrobe in the room, but only 4 hangers. Having more hangers would be appreciated.
3. Could the giant connect 4 game outside on the terrace be relocated away from the rooms above? Children were playing on it quite late in the evening and it makes a heck of a noise.

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Kevin family_with_children gb
8
Quiet and peaceful and a joy to stay at
Pros:

I liked the location and ample parking. Shower was lovely and the complimentary breakfast was nice. Beds very comfy and the view was gorgeous. Waking up to the sound of the sea and gentle mooing from the local cows was really nice.

Cons:

Complimentary breakfast was nice but a shock as I thought when you said breakfast included that it was a cooked one from downstairs. But was nice to have as a complimentary option. Plug was broken on right side of the bed but this didn't bother us much, and kettle for a family room could do with being a bigger size. Pot holes on the way in need filling asap..lol

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Siobhan solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Bed was comfortable room was nice food was good staff were good polite and friendly

Cons:

Disappointed with hamper breakfast and no cooked breakfast and restaurant had gone it was much better with a restaurant also the decor the photo pictures had gone and furniture downstairs

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Ruth solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Amy family_with_children gb
9
Beautiful scenery and hospitable staff with really comfy beds.
Pros:

The location was superb being next to the beach which is a short walk away.

Cons:

The decor of the restaurant needs updating and to be made more cosy and welcoming.The tables outside could do with a thorough clean too.Too many cigarettes everywhere.

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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jenny solo_traveller gb
9
Great stay at the dormy house Hotel
Pros:

Reception was welcoming and friendly Great location just a short walk to the beach, the room was clean and comfortable breakfast hamper in room was lovely great the was fresh milk and yoghurt in the fridge as a family we would definitely stay again on our next trip

Cons:

Nouthing everything was great

2026-08-16 via Nuitee