The Ship Inn

4.0 star property
Beachfront inn for sun and fun

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Spa
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (GBP 17.50 per person)
Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
On the beach
Spa

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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21 Beach Road, Norwich, England, NR11 8BQ
  • Place, Mundesley Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Norfolk Broads
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, University of East Anglia
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 273 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Norwich

The Ship Inn places you next to Mundesley Beach and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Bacton Beach. This 4-star inn has 7 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Mundesley Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Norfolk Coast - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Norfolk Broads - 16 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Cromer Beach - 18 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • University of East Anglia - 39 min drive - 28.1 miles

Getting around

  • Gunton Station - 13 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • coffeesmiths
  • The Orchard Gardens
  • Black Swan
  • The Peasants’ Tavern
  • Carmel’s Cafe Bacton

About this property

The Ship Inn

Beachfront inn for sun and fun
At The Ship Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. A stay here includes free parking. Other amenities at this beach inn include a garden and a picnic area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and Smart TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include electric kettles, ironing boards, and free tea bags/instant coffee. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1800
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 12.5 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Norwich The Ship Inn Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Ship Inn?

The Ship Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around The Ship Inn?

This inn is located in Norwich, just steps from Mundesley Beach. You'll also find Bacton Beach and Norfolk Coast within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Ship Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Ship Inn feature a casino?

No, The Ship Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Ship Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Ship Inn a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront inn include a rainfall showerhead and a smart TV in each guestroom with some featuring sea views.

Are there hot tubs at The Ship Inn?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Ship Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Ship Inn serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Ship Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Ship Inn for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night.

Does The Ship Inn have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

Where is the closest airport to The Ship Inn?

The closest major airport to The Ship Inn is Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.), which is 20.6 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Ship Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Ship Inn.

The Ship Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 79 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

ANTHONY

Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little inn right on the beach. Clean, cozy great food and fabulous view!! Highly highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leeroy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable, everything you could want for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mick

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great find, great food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great pub with rooms. Rooms are quirky and individual and very comfortable. I was in a cozy double, which looked out over the road and the picnic area of the ‘posh’ chip shop; this was not an issue apart from no net curtain which meant I either had to close the blind and be in dark or creep around - needs to be rectified please
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room overlooking the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely couple of days staying at the ship very dog friendly very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

P

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

S

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Village

The food was very good and Mundelsey is a very nice place. The Ship Inn is right by the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic place to stay

What a fantastic place to stay right next to the sea, with ample parking, lovely room, big bed, warm and very comfortable. Every member of staff was pleasant and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb!

Room was immaculate and the bed was really comfortable. The view over the sea was superb. We also ate dinner and breakfast and the food / service was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, staff and food. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dog friendly on the beach

We arrived at the Ship on quite a grey day, but the welcome from the staff soon cheered us up. We chose the ship because it was dog friendly and isn't it just every other person had a dog with them and you can take them anywhere. Our room was at the back with wonderful views over the sea. A ramp leads down to the beach. The room was a nice double with ensuite shower etc. Rooms not massive but this is av ery old building so it was as we expected. Breakfast is served between 0900 and 1000 in the restaurant area. Staff were great fussing the dogs a good well stocked bar wherte you can also eat if so inclined though we always used the dinningroom. Fish and chip shop in the carpark if you want to use that. All in all a gtreat experience and we will be looking to book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024