Sea Palling Road, Ingham, Stalham, NR12 9AB, United Kingdom
#5 of 16 hotels in Stalham
Guests' ChoiceBased on 189 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Location
8.9
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.4
Free WiFi
7.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: February 27, 2024
Gary
United Kingdom8.30 was a bit late. I needed to leave earlier
Really good
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 17, 2024
Chris
United KingdomUncomfortable bed (too soft), and bathroom cramped with no bath.
Authentic decoration, felt safe and with charming staff. Ground floor bedroom. Parking close by.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 25, 2024
Andrew
United KingdomWalking from the cottage at night too dangerous Should be a entrance round back for guests like the staff
Ideal and service
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 22, 2024
Ruth
United KingdomThe food prices, but if you are happy to pay them then there's no issue.
This place did exceed our expectation. I just booked somewhere based on how the rooms looked and didn't even check the restaurant before booking. The prices were a bit eye-watering, but there seems to be a lot of places charging similar in the area. The food however, was fantastic, and there were lots of nice extras included. The staff were really nice, and the room super comfy. Would come again (if I can afford it!!!!)
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: November 28, 2023
David
United KingdomNothing
Food was very good with great service. Great selection and lovely restaurant
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 20, 2023
Carol
United KingdomOur room was too warm to sleep comfortably
Olde worldwide meets modern contemporary very tastefully done
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 17, 2023
Thomas
United KingdomExcellent service . The food was delicious. Very clean and comfortable .
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: November 2, 2023
Andrew
United KingdomThere was nothing to dislike.
The room was very good, comfortable, in a building just across the drive from the Swan itself. That was not a problem, our front door was opposite that of the Swan. The food was very good, recommended, served by ever efficient and friendly staff. The location of The Swan lent itself to visiting such places as Horsey Gap, a renowned spot to watch seals resting on the beach below the sand dunes, the Norfolk Tank Museum and The Norfolk & Suffolk Aviation Museum. A trip to visit other locations around The Broads, or Norwich itself, are easy enough to achieve. The Swan stands opposite the local Holy Trinity church which many years ago was the Priory at the centre of the Trinitarian Order. The Church is kept in wonderful condition by the admirable members of its congregation. The Ingham Swan is a fine venue to relax in or use as a base for day trips to areas or places of interest.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: October 27, 2023
Josephine
United KingdomThere is no footpath from the cottages to the restaurant/bar/main car park. This is fine during the day, but as there is a sharp bend in the road a little dangerous at night. Only a minor point, but worth a mention. The Swan facia is well lit, so perhaps it might be possible to put a sensor light near the corner to show the road?
The best breakfast ever! The staff were very helpful and polite. The decor is relatively new and the room clean and spacious. Full of charm and originality.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 25, 2023
Rickie
United KingdomNothing.
Lovely barn atmosphere. Amazing breakfast included. Highly attentive staff. Will recommend 👌
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 7, 2023
Gillian
United KingdomAs comments above
Dinner was super,would like to see maybe a bit more seafood on the menu.We really enjoyed our stay,but feel it would be a good thing for the owner chef to make himself known to his guests. We felt the staff were struggling a bit at dinner, and the member of staff whom we asked for our bill,got it wrong twice,and gave us the card machine without showing us the bill,so luckily we checked it.So maybe the owner could do with being around a bit more to keep a hand on his business. Appreciate that he is very busy in the kitchen,and he certainly knows his craft. Will definitely go back,and maybe bring friends along.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 5, 2023
Alan
United KingdomWiFi is not good in the rooms or restaurant, from a business travellers perspective this is an issue
Rooms and food are without fault, staff are friendly and helpful as a place to stay and eat it would be hard to better
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 2, 2023
Simon
United KingdomRoom was quite cold when we arrived, and the bathroom was a little cramped. I had to bend down to see in the mirror. Food was excellent, but the plate selection could have been revised. Trying to eat the delicious fish course out of what appeared to be a type of soup bowl proved tricky. But these are minor quibbles overall
Incredible food with the tasting menu. Delightful, if a little small, room in the converted stable block. V comfy beds and great to see a coffee machine, mineral water etc gratis in the the room. Staff were incredibly friendly and efficient. The food arrived perfectly presented, and with just the right portion sizes on the 7 course taster menu - meaning you finish feeling perfectly satisfied. It's not an endurance event as can often be the case with a tasting menu. The restaurant is small, but perfectly cosy, and is a lovely place to escape (this would especially be true in the winter)
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: September 30, 2023
Teresa
United KingdomNothing
Staff attentiveness Cleanliness Food Atmosphere Location Building/History
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 28, 2023
Jonathan
United KingdomCan't really fault the Swan
The room, and bathroom, were spotless and the bed very comfortable. The staff were welcoming, friendly and attentive without being obsequious. Hand pulled beers and a comprehensive wine list complimented the food which was absolutely superb. We has the plat du jour and the tasting menu and enjoyed both equally. Great breakfast too: lovely yellow scrambled eggs and big slices of smoked salmon.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 25, 2023
Sharon
United KingdomVery nice meal in restaurant
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 21, 2023
Jane
AustraliaNothing to dislike.
Loved the Bed and restaurant scenario. We ate at the restaurant for three evenings. Well worth it! Wines on the expensive side, however good. Would definitely return. Staff were professional and interested in our day
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: September 14, 2023
Rod
United KingdomLack of headroom in the bedroom for someone who is 6foot
Not applicable
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: September 14, 2023
Elaine
United KingdomNothing
Good location for various parts of broads and coast.@ Room airy and very clean. Even have crystal glasses for water. Tea/coffee facilities- Nespresso machine. Restaurant was quaint and food fabulous. Breakfast was plentiful. Staff were very friendly
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 4, 2023
Angie
United KingdomNothing
Food was outstanding
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 1, 2023
Margaret
United KingdomA lovely comfortable night After an excellent meal
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 31, 2023
Dawn
United KingdomDouble bed against the wall so difficult to get in. Small problem everything else was great 😀
Good and service amazing 🤩
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: August 31, 2023
Stephen
United KingdomWe had no issues
Breakfast was lovely
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 30, 2023
Nick
United KingdomNo shower cap provided. Mattress was too soft for us.
Location,cleanliness, ambiance, quality of room
Stayed in August 2023
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