10 Best Staycations In Norfolk, UK - Updated 2024

Deanna
Deanna 
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Norfolk’s lovely 90-mi (145-km) coastline is the pride and joy of its residents. Norfolk is the place of birth of George VI, Diana, Princess of Wales, and the great naval commander, Admiral Nelson. Norfolk’s pastoral setting is a cure for the distracted soul. Punctuating its wide-open spaces are bucolic hideaways, historic buildings, and grand estates, including The Queen’s country retreat, Sandringham House. How often have you visited the royal estate to survey the landscaped grounds and purchase artisan products? Your enchanting experience in The Broads, the largest protected wetlands in the United Kingdom, is shared by millions of visitors and locals alike. Exploring the rest of The Broads’ 125-mi (200-km) waterways and wildlife sanctuaries can wait. For now, just think about the pampering you will receive in Norfolk’s plush resorts and finest hotels. Here is a rundown of the best staycations in Norfolk, UK.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.

1. Felbrigg Lodge (from USD 187)

The woodland surroundings of this Aylmerton hotel are the perfect setting for your staycation. Felbrigg Lodge Hotel invites the entire family to Hedgehog Cottage, a celebrated accommodation featuring two bedrooms, a galley kitchen, and a conservatory. Best of all, the cottage has a private hot tub. Other types of accommodation are available. If you don’t want to leave your well-behaved fur baby behind, ask the hotel for a dog-friendly suite.

You can also spend leisurely time in the pool while a fully qualified therapist is available for wellness treatments at Felbrigg Beauty Lodge. You can also pre-book a picnic hamper, which will be waiting in your accommodation.

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Felbrigg Lodge

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Aylmerton

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar Tennis court Sauna

2. Cromer Country Club By Diamond Resorts (from USD 126)

Instead of traveling elsewhere for a break, spend a much-needed staycation in this 4-star resort hotel in Cromer. Cromer Country Club By Diamond Resorts offers avant-garde wellness facilities and plenty of room to loosen up. Book a studio with kitchen amenities or a family-friendly self-catering apartment for a leisurely weekend.

Spice up your seaside holiday in a well-provisioned resort with swimming pools, a contemporary bar, and a restaurant with an extensive menu. This resort keeps children entertained with an indoor soft play area, fun beach activities, and retro arcade games.

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Cromer Country Club

Wifi Available

Address: Overstrand Road

Parking Restaurant Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Garden

3. Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort (from USD 162)

Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort is a country retreat amid 150 ac (61 ha) of woodland south of Norwich. Here, you can forgo daily chores and embrace an unhurried pace. The hotel’s rooms and suites feature feather duvets and the best pillows you’ll sleep on. Book a family room with large beds, in-room entertainment, and a cozy cot for the little one.

The pride of the 4-star complex is an 18-hole championship course and driving range. Meanwhile, you can experience holistic treatments in the oasis that is The Lilac Room, a spa and salon. Guests are welcome to use the steam room, sauna, and spa pool after receiving signature beauty treatments and a luxury manicure and pedicure.

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Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Ipswich Road

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre

4. The Old Hall Hotel (from USD 161)

The Old Hall Hotel in the village of Caister-On-Sea has a heated 17-m (56-ft) pool and Nordic sauna. Take advantage of the hydrotherapy pool and detoxifying treatments for maximum relaxation. Enjoy a continental or English breakfast in an elegant en-suite room with tall ceilings, tea and coffee amenities, and a WiFi connection.

There is no need to go far for a diverse menu, fine wine, and draught beer. The menu of Branford’s Restaurant & Bar is available to hotel guests daily. If you are following a fitness regimen, the gym, boasting Olympic-level Technogym equipment, is available to guests as well.

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The Old Hall Hotel

Wifi Available

Address: High Street

Parking Restaurant Bar Tennis court Sauna Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Fishing

5. Kings Lynn Knights Hill Hotel & Spa, BW Signature Collection (from USD 163)

Knights Hill Hotel & Spa is an elegant 4-star establishment in an elevated setting in the West Norfolk countryside. The hotel’s leisure facilities are complimentary, so pack a bag and drive to this affordable escape. For an exciting gastronomic experience, visit The Farmers at lunchtime and enjoy a mouth-watering buffet.

There are 79 en-suite rooms and a selection of spa packages to choose from at Knights Hill Hotel & Spa. Spend as much time as you need in the spa and health club to ease your body and mind. Aside from the spa bath and indoor swimming pool, you can also spend your time in the gym, sauna, or steam room.

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Kings Lynn Knights Hill Hotel & Spa, BW Signature Collection

Wifi Available

Address: South Wootton

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Sauna

6. Greenbanks Hotel Norfolk (from USD 124)

Greenbanks Hotel Norfolk in Great Fransham is the place to go for a leisurely swim, hearty meals, and restful sleep. The range of accommodations includes pet-friendly rooms with a walk-in shower, mobility-accessible rooms, and self-catering suites with kitchen appliances and bunk beds for children.

You will find a heated swimming pool, a hot tub, and a sauna within hotel grounds. Meanwhile, there is a nearby lake teeming with fish and surrounded by verdant walks. The Greenbanks Hotel Norfolk’s on-site restaurant meets special dietary requirements, if you make them known to the staff.

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Greenbanks Hotel Norfolk

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Main Road

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Bar Sauna Garden Non-smoking rooms Fishing

7. Park Farm Hotel (from USD 249)

Leave the world behind and say hello to leisure when you enter Park Farm Hotel, an establishment that promises to exceed your expectations. You will find it easy to disconnect amid 200 ac (81 ha) of gardens and fields. On your list of staycation activities, pencil in a hydrotherapy bath and afternoon tea at Helene’s Lounge Bar.

Interconnecting rooms in the main hotel look out to fabulous gardens. Meanwhile, courtyard rooms feature outdoor seating, and lodgings in the hotel’s Georgian farmhouse come in calming hues. For the ultimate luxury experience, book a suite, a self-contained apartment, or a furnished lodge.

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Park Farm Hotel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: Hethersett

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre

8. Old Rectory Hotel, Crostwick (from USD 119)

Book one of the 16 en-suite rooms on the ground floor of this former rectory to alleviate tensions from daily life. Choose one of the four cottage rooms instead of accommodations in the main building. Escape routine for a few days at The Old Rectory Country House Hotel’s pool, bar, restaurant, and gardens. Inform the hotel if you prefer adjoining rooms for the family. For couples, the best pick is a deluxe room with white furniture and a sleigh bed.

Embrace the warm hospitality of this family-run establishment and start your day with an English breakfast. The hotel serves a sumptuous Sunday roast that you cannot afford to miss.

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Old Rectory Hotel, Crostwick

Wifi Available

Address: North Walsham Road, Crostwick, Norfolk

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Golf course (within 3 km) Garden

9. Palm Court Hotel (from USD 75)

At Palm Court Hotel, the massive indoor swimming pool is at the right temperature, so you can spend hours swimming in comfort. The hotel’s strategic location across Great Yarmouth Beach reveals panoramic views of the sea from its best suites. This Victorian building has more than enough rooms which are furnished simply but splendidly. Early risers can make arrangements for an early breakfast, then watch the waves roll in from the sun deck.

The bar and pool table are always accessible to guests. The restaurant is proud to serve a bottomless brunch. If you are interested, pre-book the sumptuous two-hour sitting meal for a party of six.

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Palm Court Hotel

Wifi Available

Address: North Drive

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Garden Terrace

10. Norfolk Woods Resort and Spa

Create your ideal staycation at Norfolk Woods Resort and Spa. Here, you can book premier accommodation with a hot tub or stay in a five-bedroom lodge with a full kitchen. All accommodation types welcome family pets. Spend your me-time in the gym and spa or book an hour or two learning archery. A heated indoor pool awaits the entire family, while a shallow play pool with toys is intended for the little ones.

Fill your tummy and enjoy the atmosphere of Bistro & Bar. Its culinary delights are worth writing friends about. Meanwhile, the children can choose from a special menu prepared for them.

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Norfolk Woods Resort And Spa

Wifi Available

Address: Main Road, Pentney

Parking Restaurant Free parking Internet services Children's playground WiFi Available Indoor pool Free WiFi

Find new spaces to unwind in Norfolk

Rural charm and limitless diversions make Norfolk a top holiday destination for residents and tourists alike. On your next staycation, embrace fully the relaxing atmosphere, upscale comforts, and unique offerings of Norfolk’s best resorts and hotels.

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