501 reviews
From
$195Ship Lane, Kings Lynn, PE36 6LT, United Kingdom
501 reviews
1/55
Free parking
Restaurant
Free wifi
Room service
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Beach
Air conditioning
Bar
The Lifeboat Inn is a 3-star hotel in Hunstanton, United Kingdom. Located on Ship Lane, it sits about 3.2mi from the city center and offers breakfast for guests. Price starts from $195 per night. With 501 reviews, this listing provides a snapshot of guest experiences.
Features include free parking and on-site parking, free WiFi, an on-site restaurant and bar, room service, and meeting/banquet facilities. Amenities also cover air conditioning, non-smoking rooms, free toiletries, a bathtub, and extra-long beds. Pet-friendly stays and kids' meals are available with extra charges.
There's a garden and terrace with views, plus a 24-hour front desk and access to the beach as part of the experience.
Seaside charm meets modern convenience with a garden and terrace offering inviting views. Direct access to the beach is part of the experience, perfect for sun and sand mornings. A 24-hour front desk is on hand to help with any arrival or departure needs. Dining happens on-site, where a British cuisine restaurant and a bar pair with free parking and free WiFi for explorers.
Pet-friendly stays are welcome, with potential extra charges. Kids' meals are available for an additional fee. For those seeking a relaxed evening, the on-site restaurant and bar provide ample options, while meeting and banquet facilities support group events or celebrations.
Room choices include Standard Double Room, Standard Sea View, Small Double Room, Deluxe Double Room, and Premium Double Room with Sea View. Each option offers its own style, from cozy doubles to sea-facing retreats. Payment options include cash and cards such as Switch, Visa, Mastercard, and Maestro. Free parking and free WiFi help keep travel simple.
Closest airports
Norwich International Airport
35.6miCambridge International Airport
54.9miHumberside Airport
57.1miFree parking
Restaurant
Free wifi
Room service
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Beach
Air conditioning
Bar
Parking On Site
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Garden
View
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
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Small, King Size, Sea View
1 King Size Bed
215 sqft
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
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Standard, Sea View
1 King Size Bed
160 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
View
Flat-screen TV
x10
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x6
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Standard, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible
2 Twin Beds
160 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Terrace
Flat-screen TV
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Traditional Double Room
1 King Size Bed
130 sqft
Private Bathroom
Bathtub
Flat-screen TV
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
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Standard, King Size
1 Queen Size Bed
160 sqft
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
x4
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x3
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Deluxe, Sea View
1 King Size Bed
160 sqft
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
+
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Small Double Room
1 King Size Bed
95 sqft
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
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This double room has a electric kettle, air conditioning and flat-screen TV.
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Standard Room
1 Queen Size Bed
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
x10
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x6
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Deluxe Double Room
1 Queen Size Bed
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
x10
+
x6
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Superior, King Size
1 Queen Size Bed
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
x4
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x3
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Premium, Sea View
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
x6
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x3
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Twin Room, Accessible
Balcony
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
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8.6
501 reviewsCategories of assessments
Cleanliness
Comfort
Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Breakfast
Featured reviews:
Martyn
8.2
May 2025
The staff were super friendly and helpful The room was clean well decorated and spacious with a nice bathroom and comfy bed We liked the dog friendly vibe everywhere- you don't always encounter this
Just felt the food could have been upped a notch or two eg fish and chips- great fish but the batter was a little over cooked and was crunchy brown rather than light to break into and a perfect golden brown. Breakfast selection was generally fine although the home made granola was welcome I found it was very hard in the mouth and on the risky side for teeth! Also just felt the cooked option I chose was a bit 'ordinary'- the poached eggs broke into a puddle of yolk so I would say were a little under-cooked. Small refinements in the kitchen would improve this
Alice
10
June 2025
A beautiful building with modern bedrooms, gorgeous bathrooms and everywhere is pet friendly which was fantastic for us as we brought our dog. The staff were warm and welcoming and food was delicious! We thought it was a lovely idea to add a dog bed, towel and shampoo to the bedroom and our dog loved her sausage at breakfast. Can’t wait to come back next year!
Jan
9.1
August 2024
The room was a good size, comfortable bed, excellent in room facilities, even had a teapot for morning cuppa and fresh milk ! Toiletries in the bathroom luxury brand. Breakfast first class, excellent smoked haddock and perfectly cooked poached eggs… sign of a good chef. Friendly helpful staff, even when busy . Thank you for a lovely stay
Nothing that I didn’t like… had a courtyard room which has the benefit of being able to open the door and let fresh air in. If I looked for possible improvement, the courtyard could have done with a sweep, the table and chairs a wipe and the parasol had seen better days. But didn’t take away from a lovely stay
Vicki
10
August 2025
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 dogs that were there!
No complaints at all. Breakfast was very busy and took a little while but perhaps not enough staff on. Despite that the staff were very friendly and apologised for the wait.
Thomas
9.1
May 2024
Excellent meals. Very nice room, even though the staff were not aware that we had booked a room with a sea view ( our room did not have a sea view). They said that Booking.com keep allocating this particular room as having a sea view even though they keep telling you it hasn't! The staff were very accommodating and gave us a free evening meal to make up for the extra money we had paid for a sea view. So satisfied with the outcome.
The Lifeboat was fine, but may I suggest that Booking.com listen to their hotels so there is clearer communication (see above comments about room with sea view). I am more inclined to book directly with the hotel in future to avoid any confusion
Robert
9.1
January 2025
The food,drinks and comfort was superb as well as the wood fires,great to come back to after a cold day walking. All the staff were very accommodating and made people very welcome.
We stayed at the Chequers inn which is only a short walk away and the room was very comfortable. It wasn't until the booking was complete that I realised we wouldn't be staying at the Lifeboat. That aside it could of been my fault for not reading correctly ! All in all was a great stay. Thank you
Dianne
10
August 2025
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 & outside seating was all the way round the pub grounds. Staff at breakfast were brilliant & the lady on reception very helpful.
Everything was perfect
Kevin
8.2
April 2024
very cosy and relaxed place to stay lovely roast dinner on Sunday
After our lovely dinner we went for a long walk, when we returned 2 hours later for a drink our leftover plates as well as the table next to us still had not been cleared, this would really put me off if I came in to eat or have a drink, it wasnt even busy. Also at breakfast it would be nice if someone came over during the eating of our breakfast to see if we required anything else like more tea/toast or the like, its not good when you have to try to flag down a staff member, again it was not busy at all.
Graham
8.2
February 2024
The staff and the hotel are wonderful as is the location. Dogs loved it, room very comfortable and wonderful as always staff.
Breakfast was a 10/10 and could not have been better but I found dinner could be improved sorry. Apart from my wife's soup as a starter the rest was not great really. I ordered Whitebait not realising it would be a deep fried covered in batter event. I expected just whitebait as the menu, thai curry was not very good and the traditional Ham and Eggs the Ham was very very dry. Sorry guys because we love that coast, your establishment and everything else but hopefully you will see this as constructive.
Lynette
9.1
April 2024
We had a double aspect room with a spectacular sea view. It was beautifully decorated in a New England style. The bathroom had coincidentally, one of my favourite range of toiletries, Jasmine, from the White Company Floral collection. The staff were all very welcoming and polite and the food was excellent. The cosy seating areas around the log fire were perfect for curling up with a book after a long days walk along the boardwalk. A perfectly relaxing break, we're definitely going back.
There was absolutely nothing to dislike.
Attractions
SEA LIFE® Hunstanton
4.2miSkegness Aquarium
15.7miAttractions
SEA LIFE® Hunstanton
4.2miSkegness Aquarium
15.7miAirports
Norwich International Airport
35.6miCambridge International Airport
54.9miHumberside Airport
57.1miCuisines
Free parking
Restaurant
Free wifi
Room service
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Beach
Air conditioning
Bar
Parking On Site
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Garden
View
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Activities
Beach
Bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Alarm clock
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Linens
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Entertainment & Family Services
Board games/Puzzles
Food & Drink
Bar
Kids' meals
Packed lunches
Restaurant
Special diet meals (on request)
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
General
Air conditioning
Carpeted
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Pet bowls
Pet Friendly
Room service
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Electric kettle
Living Area
Sitting area
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Radio
Satellite channels
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Parking
Free parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Fan
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
Fire extinguishers
Safety features
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
View
View
From 15:00
Until 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
From 08:00
Until 11:00
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
There's no age requirement for check-in
Come and go whenever you want
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
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
0+ years
4+ years
The price in GBP has been converted to show you the approximate price in USD.
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for cribs.
Cash
Visa,
Switch,
Mastercard,
Maestro,
Cash only
This property accepts cash.
Does The Lifeboat Inn have accommodations for guests with pets?
Absolutely! The Lifeboat Inn welcomes pets! You can stay with your furry friend at their hotel. Just keep in mind that there might be charges for having your pet with you.
What's the check-in and check-out schedule at The Lifeboat Inn?
For a pleasant stay at The Lifeboat Inn, guests can check in from 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM and should check out by 11:00 AM.
Does The Lifeboat Inn provide parking options?
Yes, there is ample parking available at The Lifeboat Inn. Guests will be pleased to know that the parking is not only free but is conveniently located on-site. As it is public parking, no reservation is required, making it easy for guests to find a space upon arrival.
What's the nightly rate at The Lifeboat Inn?
The Lifeboat Inn's room rates start around $195. Rates, however, may vary depending on room choices and stay period. Please provide your dates for real-time prices.
What are the room types available at The Lifeboat Inn?
The Lifeboat Inn offers a variety of room types including Twin rooms, Traditional Double rooms, Small Double rooms, Premium Double rooms with Sea View, and Standard Double rooms with Sea View. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The rooms accommodate either 2 adults or 2 adults and children, and the bed sizes range from twin beds to king size beds.
Which amenities can guests enjoy at The Lifeboat Inn?
Guests at The Lifeboat Inn can spend their time at the hotel enjoying a range of leisure amenities. The hotel features a beautiful beach where guests can relax and soak up the sun. Additionally, there is a bar on-site where guests can enjoy drinks and socialize.
For those looking for indoor activities, the hotel offers board games and puzzles, providing entertainment for guests of all ages.
When it comes to dining options, The Lifeboat Inn has a restaurant on-site. While the name of the restaurant is not provided, guests can enjoy delicious British cuisine during their stay.
Whether guests choose to unwind on the beach, enjoy a drink at the bar, or engage in indoor activities, The Lifeboat Inn offers a variety of options to ensure a pleasant and enjoyable stay.
Does The Lifeboat Inn have on-site restaurants?
The Lifeboat Inn has a restaurant on site. The cuisine offered is British.
Does The Lifeboat Inn accept credit cards?
Yes, The Lifeboat Inn does accept credit cards. However, they also accept cash as a payment method.
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