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Stiffkey Red Lion

3.0 star property
Hotel in Wells-next-the-Sea with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Exterior
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Family Suite | Living area
Pub

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Wells Rd, 44, Wells-next-the-Sea, England, NR23 1AJ
  • Norfolk Coast
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Holkham Hall
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Wells-next-the-Sea Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room

Highlights

Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Wells-next-the-Sea

At Stiffkey Red Lion you'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from St Mary's Priory and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Eceni Study Centre and Permaculture Experience. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Stiffkey Red Lion, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Red Lion Bar is the hotel's own pub. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Wells-next-the-Sea hotel include Wells and Walsingham Light Railway and The Granary Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Norfolk Coast - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
  • The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham - 10 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Holkham Hall - 12 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Wells-next-the-Sea Beach - 13 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Holkham Bay - 17 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Sheringham Station - 31 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wells Beach Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Costa Express - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Bowling Green Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beach Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Lookout - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Stiffkey Red Lion

Hotel in Wells-next-the-Sea with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The business-friendly Stiffkey Red Lion also features a terrace and a garden. Free self parking is available.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Stiffkey Red Lion offers 12 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include a bath.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Red Lion Bar
  • Stiffkey Red Lion

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
This property does not serve food on Mondays and after 4:30 PM on Sundays.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 5.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5.0 per day

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

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, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Stiffkey Red Lion Hotel
Stiffkey Red Lion Wells-next-the-Sea
Stiffkey Red Lion Hotel Wells-next-the-Sea

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Stiffkey Red Lion?

Yep, Stiffkey Red Lion has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Stiffkey Red Lion?

The closest beach to Stiffkey Red Lion is Wells-next-the-Sea Beach (8.1 km).

Does Stiffkey Red Lion serve breakfast?

Sure does, free full breakfast is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Stiffkey Red Lion?

No, Stiffkey Red Lion does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Stiffkey Red Lion?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Stiffkey Red Lion?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Stiffkey Red Lion?

Dogs are welcome at Stiffkey Red Lion, with food and water bowls on offer.

Stiffkey Red Lion Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 78 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really lovely place, stunning views.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This visit was my first time in Norfolk and the Stiffkey Red Lion was an ideal location for Walsingham, Wells and the numerous nature reserves in the area. The walks from the Red Lion to the sea or inland are excellent. I strongly recommend this hotel. The food was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

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

10/10 Excellent

Sian

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

8/10 Good

Clive

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Chalet-type accommodation, ideal for walkers, birders etc. Food available three times a day. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun, Nottinghamshire

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the room having a balcony, the view was great and liked that it was away from the pub and road, we found it was very quite. The best thing was the staff, they were very polite and helpful nothing was to much trouble. We thought the location was very good for getting about, it made for a good base. We enjoyed the food especially the breakfast. All in all we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

red lion

very comfy great service .food excellent.ideally situated for visiting north norfolk
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service, friendly staff. The one downside was no overhead shower, just a bath with a handheld shower. As the accommodation isn't very old (unlike the beautiful old pub) it was a little disappointing but not a deal breaker.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

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

Great stay at Red Lion, Stiffkey

Lovely stay at The Red Lion. Wonderful food especially amazing cooked breakfasts. Staff very helpful and welcoming. Nice clean room. Very comfy. Stairs up to room so may be tricky for people with mobility issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable with extra pillows - always positive
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Safraz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Matt

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very welcoming and friendly, and did everything possible to make our stay a good one. Facilities overall were very good, though room would’ve benefited from having a proper fixed shower unit. Food was also excellent if a little pricey, and couldn’t fault the service at all, staff were fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A simple hotel with all basic necessities in the room. Room was a reasonable size with a lovely little terrace outside. Bathroom is a good size though shower very small and door didn’t close. Lovely bar area and conservatory for breakfast. Breakfast was good food hot. Unfortunately no gluten free bread available. Best bit was the staff all unfailingly helpful and friendly. This is a little gem of a place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

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

Short break in Stiffkey.

Great little pub and restaurant. The room was quite small and exceptional warm (but the weather was great). A fan was provided (personally not keen on them ) to cool the room. We had the door to the balcony open but there was quite a bit of noise from traffic leaving the car park. There was some confusion about the opening times/days of the restaurant but that was the fault of Hotels.com not the hotel staff. The food was delicious and freshley cooked to order as was breakfast which was equally as good. A little out of the way (further from Wells next the Sea, than i thought) but the night sky was worth that.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Clare

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

G

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location good quality food friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Simon

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

Below par

I was disappointed with the quality of the accommodation at the Stiffkey Red Lion. I found the level of cleanliness and quality of the room to be below par, and the room clearly was in need of refurbishment. Most notably, the window blinds were ineffective and consequently it was very difficult to sleep, the mattress on the bed was of poor quality and the bathroom was not fitted with a shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Roger

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

ideal for a stay in north Norfolk

The welcome and customer service were outstanding. An example being the item on the menu my wife hoped to have for dinner was sold out and the waitress and chef combined to provide an excellent alternative. would have liked to have a shower facility in the bathroom and the bed mattress was softer than we prefer
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Couples night away

We were checked in by a very polite young man, who later served behind the bar, he was very efficient and could not do enough for us. We did not eat here at night so cannot comment on the food. Breakfast was very tasty, apart from the poached egg and unfortunately this tasted like they had dropped the vinegar bottle into the water, so it did spoil it slightly. Overall the room we had was functional it did require some maintenance on it. There was a wind at night and you could feel it through the balcony door which also had venetian blinds up to it which rattled, they did not close properly so, as soon as it was light (which was as quite early) you were awake, which was ashame because the bed was very comfortable. Hand held shower over bath, not to our taste.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024