The Lifeboat Inn
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About this property
The Lifeboat Inn is just a 2-minute walk away from marshes and sand dunes along the Norfolk Coast Path. This charming 16th century property is found in the picturesque village of Thornham, on the outskirts of Hunstanton. The inn's original character has been carefully preserved throughout, while being updated to include all modern comforts expected of a 3-star property. The bedrooms with attached bathroom feature free toiletries and a hairdryer, a TV and a radio. Providing the perfect base from which to explore the delightful County of Norfolk, Lifeboat is within easy reach of a number of attractions, including Holkham Hall, Sandringham House and Nelson's birthplace at nearby Burnham Thorpe.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Dianne
United Kingdom“Breakfast unbelievable. Dinner was lovely very good value. Room and en suite fantastic lots of toiletries loads of towels lovely big bath and power shower, Exceptional dog friendly service everything they wanted was provided, Good parking &...” - Lexy United Kingdom“Amazing food and lovely room especially the shower!”
- Anthony United Kingdom“Friendly staff great location lovely comfortable and quiet room with a great bath … the bar is cozy and old with good beer … what more could you want?”
- Maynard United Kingdom“Great location, with scope to walk to lots of places without the car , shame there's no decent footpath to Titchwell but that no reflection on the Lifeboat!”
Kelsey United Kingdom“Staff were absolutely lovely and very helpful - they had even made optional dinner reservations at the excellent hotel restaurant for us to ensure we had a place to eat dinner. Rooms were nice, breakfast and dinner were very tasty.”- Helen United Kingdom“The location was perfect, really quiet and lovely views. The room was really clean and fully equipped, restaurant food was lovely.”
- Rosemary United Kingdom“Lovely view from room, bed and bedding were very comfortable. Ample free parking. The breakfast was amazing, as was our meal in the restaurant on the first night. The coastline is spectacular.”
- Sienne United Kingdom“Exceptionally dog friendly with beds, bowls, towels and treats for our two dogs. Sausages at breakfast and 5 minutes low traffic walk to the Norfolk Coast Path”
- Vicki United Kingdom“The location was perfect. Views of the sea from our room. Beautiful decor combining old with new. Plenty of parking and really friendly staff. Loved that you t was dog friendly. We didn’t take our dog this time but loved being able to pet other...”
- Cheryl United Kingdom“The hotel was lovely, the staff were very friendly, the room was well set out and comfy”
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- CuisineBritish
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note: not all rooms can accommodate extra beds and cribs, so please make your request at time of booking.
