The Golden Lion Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Hunstanton with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Premier Double with Sea View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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THE GREEN, Hunstanton, England, PE36 6BQ
  • Norfolk Coast Path - West
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Princess Theatre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Hunstanton Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬

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Room options

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Classic Twin with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Hunstanton

The Golden Lion Hotel places you next to Norfolk Coast Path - West and Hunstanton Heritage Centre. This 29-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Coast Path - West - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Princess Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hunstanton Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • SEA LIFE Hunstanton - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hunstanton Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kings Lynn Station - 22 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rainbow Park - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fishers Traditional Fish & Chips - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Vegas Fish & Chips - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Honeystone - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Reg's Fish & Chips - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Golden Lion Hotel

Hotel in Hunstanton with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Guests staying at The Golden Lion Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. Self parking is available for GBP 6 per night. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles, ironing boards, and free tea bags/instant coffee are also available.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 6 per night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 2 2024 to March 22 2024 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 2 2024 to March 22 2024 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the bars/lounges
  • Breakfast
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dining venue(s)
The property is closed between January 2 and March 21.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

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 buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00 for adults and GBP 5.00 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 6 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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 fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Golden Lion Hotel Hotel
The Golden Lion Hotel Hunstanton
The Golden Lion Hotel Hotel Hunstanton

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Golden Lion Hotel?

The Golden Lion Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see near The Golden Lion Hotel?

This hotel is located in Hunstanton, just steps from Norfolk Coast Path - West and Hunstanton Beach, and within a short walk of Princess Theatre. You'll also find Hunstanton Heritage Centre and Paint Me Ceramics less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Golden Lion Hotel?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 6 per night.

Does The Golden Lion Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, The Golden Lion Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Golden Lion Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Golden Lion Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a terrace at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at The Golden Lion Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Golden Lion Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Golden Lion Hotel serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant. Please note that the dining venue will be closed and breakfast unavailable between January 2 2024 and March 22 2024 (subject to change).

Does The Golden Lion Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Golden Lion Hotel for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per day.

Does The Golden Lion Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Golden Lion Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Golden Lion Hotel.

The Golden Lion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 217 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 217 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 217 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 217 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 217 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

MARIA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The bed is too small 140cms wide
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Staff excellent

All the staff are excellent. Bed was really comfortable. The showers were great and lovely fluffy towels. Hotel just a little tired in places. Definitely stop again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very pleasant stay

Friendly and helpful staff. Great location. Safe parking. Adequate breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yanny

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its position near the beach and central to orher beaches
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We liked the proximity to nearby establishments and transportation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Gillian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Celia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely location

The hotel looks grand from the outside but needs a little TLC. It had just been taken over by a new company so info on website and in guestrooms was not up to date regarding breakfast and dinner service times and parking. The staff were lovely, friendly and helpful and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

maxine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Our stay was very comfortable and staff very helpful

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Pauline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Should be Amazing but

The Hotel is in a beautiful position with fabulous views of the sea. We had not been advised regarding booking parking and didn’t see it in info. There is also no blue badge parking out at the front of the hotel. On arrival check in staff were blunt and not friendly unfortunately. So not a great start. Room a good size, bed comfortable. Clean but needs a refurbishment as walls need painting and bringing up to a better standard. Staff in restaurant very nice, friendly and helpful. We met the night porter as returning late and he was very nice, chatty and helpful. Only stayed one night and room was expensive for what we got but all local prices hiked due to concerts on bank holiday. This should be an amazing place to stay building is impressive from outside and views. Check in staff need to be a more welcoming face of the hotel or at least the gentleman we had, and some areas need a refresh.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a lovely relaxing stay. Super breakfasts delivered speedily! ALL staff extremely welcoming and friendly! Excellent location. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Some very good points and some not so good

Breakfast
View from our window
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Ideal location

A lovely hotel with great views and smack in the centre of Hunstanton.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Leslie, Bow

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Golden Lion Hotel is in a great location in Hunstanton overlooking the green and just yards from the seafront. We stayed for one night and had a family room on the first floor which was large and airy with comfortable beds. The only downside was the very small tv which was no bigger than a laptop - far too small for such a large room. The bathroom was large but perhaps in need of a little tlc. Wi-fi in the room was very good - I was able to watch the Test Match on Sky on my iPad with no buffering!. The breakfast was good with a decent selection of items with the cooked breakfast being a pick and mix selection which you order from the staff and other items being help yourself. Service was quick and the food was served hot but staff were sometimes slow to replenish some of the items such as fruit, bread and plates!. The hotel has some resident parking spaces costing £6 per day but these are limited and you are advised to reserve a space in advance of your stay. There are some free parking spaces in front of the hotel but these fill up quickly. We found all of the staff in the hotel to be friendly and helpful. The Golden Lion Hotel is not luxurious but is nice Hotel in a great location. If we were to visit Hunstanton again we would definitely stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

A J

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

Great Dog friendly hotel

One of the best hotels we have stayed in. Very very dog friendly Great customer service.very friendly and take time for you.Great views. Definitely going back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Kerry

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023