The Golden Lion Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (2843 reviews)
The Green , Hunstanton , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Garden
Luggage storage
Bar
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean and well-decorated rooms
Good food quality
Cons:
Service charge not disclosed
Bed and shower issues
Parking difficulties

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
Reviews indicated cleanliness in several positive remarks, with some concerns regarding window maintenance.
Service
9.03
Staff consistently praised for being friendly, hardworking, and helpful throughout the reviews.
Location
9.07
Described as great with positive mentions about its proximity to the sea and local attractions.
Room Quality
8.32
Mixed reviews on room quality with some concerns about the mattress and claustrophobic conditions.
Amenities
8.55
Amenities received general approval, although some commented on parking difficulties.
Value for Money
8.61
Favorable ratings due to reasonable prices for accommodations and good room rates.
Food and Beverage
8.06
Food quality highlighted as excellent, but some issues with pricing and choices during events.
Overall Experience
8.73
Overall sentiment was mostly positive with many review highlights and a willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 01:53

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience comfort and style at The Golden Lion Hotel in Hunstanton. Each room is elegantly furnished with a desk, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom, ensuring a relaxing stay for all guests.

Delightful Dining Options
Indulge in delicious English/Irish breakfast options served every morning at our on-site restaurant. Unwind with a refreshing drink at the bar or enjoy a cozy evening in the shared lounge.

Convenient Amenities
With free WiFi, private parking, and a sun terrace, we prioritize the convenience and satisfaction of our guests. Explore the beautiful garden or visit nearby attractions like Hunstanton Sea Life Sanctuary.

Book your stay at The Golden Lion Hotel now for a memorable and enjoyable experience!

Important information:

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please contact the property in advance of your stay to check the availability of dog-friendly rooms. Additional charges may apply.

Please note that the King Room doesn't have windows.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: NWI

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 6 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2843 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 9.03
Location: 9.07
Room Quality: 8.32
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 8.61
Food and Beverage: 8.06
Overall Experience: 8.73
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Susan family_with_children gb
8
Well appointed, modern decor, good food snd friendly staff
Pros:

Nice refurb,staff lovely, food good although breakfast is a bit pricey for what it is. Wouldn’t have avocado and poached eggs again which I usually love. Chefs tip: go easy on the chilli oil next time, once it’s in you can’t scrape it off, it was smothered and couldn’t taste the food! Fish and chips was delicious!

Cons:

Nothing apart from breakfast being disappointing as per above

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Brian solo_traveller gb
6
Pros:

Location was excellent, sea view from bedroom was great plus hotel was clean as were daily cleaning of bedroom, bed was very comfortable along with linen and towels, liked the shutters on windows.

Cons:

Waiting over half an hour first morning for a staff member to take order, then i had to actually get up and find someone to place our order when it did arrive it was wrong. Big crack in washbasin in ensuite, water from shower was not a constant temperature, should install shower cubicles and get rid of the bath,no lift,evening menu wasn't appetising. Parking out the front was appalling, plus had to move the car for an event at hotel, had to find a car park, where it was expensive.

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Stephen solo_traveller gb
9
The location was perfect you stepped outside onto the sea front, quiet night sleep.
Pros:

The room was a family size room with a double and single bed and l was a single occupant.

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

The view when you walk out the door

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Anne couple gb
9
Almost faultless.
Pros:

Lovely room, excellent food, staff friendly and polite, beautiful across The Wash. When we arived we found we were on the 2nd floor. Due to disability I couldn't do that. No problem! Reception showed us another room on the ground floor which was obviously of a better standard and gave us that room at the same price.

Cons:

Paying for parking.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Gaskin couple gb
8
Really nice. Staff, room, all lovely. Just a little shame about the parking
Cons:

Parking

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Kyle family_with_children gb
7
Enjoyable stay. Nice room. Not worth the price paid though
Pros:

Room was large, bed was nice. Very modern and decorated nicely. Large TV

Cons:

Only one window attached to the door, got very hot on a day that was around 20degrees.
No curtain or blind to stop light coming through in the morning.
No breakfast or parking included in price of 220 - overpriced.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Derrick couple gb
6
2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Sean solo_traveller gb
8
Nice Hotel
Pros:

The Hotel, really you couldn't fault, brilliant location and really nice staff. I have only a couple of niggles, the car park outside the hotel isn't owned by them and it's full all the time as it's free to anybody, they have a residents car park but Charged at £8 a day.
My room was clean and a very nice bed and pillows, the only but, is my room number 22 top floor, lovely view of the sea has a tiny TV and it's impossible to see any description of TV channels. I mentioned to the staff when leaving and they said that particular room is to be updated. All in a very nice place and had a great night's rest. Happy!

Cons:

As mentioned, TV is too small and parking facilities are not included in the cost of your stay.

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Alex couple gb
2
Don’t get a sea view room during a heatwave!
Pros:

Location good, overlooking the sea. Staff fine. Lovely garden with tables. Right in the centre of town.

Cons:

We had a sea view room (23) and were disappointed. It did have a sea view, but the room was VERY small, and we had to move the armchair into the bathroom so we could get round the bed! But the main problem was the window. This was on one of the hottest days of the year, and the room was facing the sun. The windows were locked and could only be opened 3 inches, so we couldn’t get a breeze. The hotel quoted ‘health and safety’ reasons and could do anything about it. So we had a fan going full blast all night, simply blowing hot air around the room. Maybe not their fault, but nevertheless not a nice experience.

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Barbara solo_traveller gb
10
Great stay
Pros:

Food was good, loved the location, staff always so pleasant and helpful. Rooms lovely clean and good facilities.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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michael couple gb
9
Excellent and we will come again.
Pros:

N/A

Cons:

The shower in the room was excellent but my only concern was there was no body wash just shampoo and conditioner attached to the shower wall. The body.wash was at the sink some 10ft away.
Other than that everything in the room was very good.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Susan couple gb
10
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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JULIAN solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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ANN solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Michael couple gb
8
Overall comfortable
Pros:

The room was OK although it was probably meant for single occupancy

Cons:

Room was small for two people

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Anthony family_with_children gb
10
Wonderful stay and will visit again
Pros:

Location is very central and ideal for walking to all attractions nearby. Breakfast was lovely. Staff were very friendly, professional and helpful. The hotel bar and restaurant were very welcoming. The room was very comfortable, quiet and clean.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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KEVIN couple gb
8
GOOD
Pros:

ALL OK

Cons:

PARKING CHARGE

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Laurence solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Jill solo_traveller gb
7
A lovely place, great view
Pros:

Bathroom was great!
View was good too!
Comfy bed
Fan and hairdryer - great!

Cons:

Fridge far too small for anything!
Wardrobe and chest were dated and well used!

2026-07-06 via Nuitee