Business Details
43 Years
experience
Luxury Hotel with Stunning Sea Views in North Norfolk
Dormy House Hotel has been a cherished coastal destination since 1983, offering exceptional dining, comfortable accommodation, and breathtaking sea views. Under new ownership since 2018, we combine decades of hospitality expertise with a commitment to maintaining the venues welcoming atmosphere. Our flexible approach ensures guests enjoy high-quality, locally sourced meals between 12pm and 9pm daily, complemented by a newly refurbished bar and an enclosed outdoor terrace.With 16 well-appointed rooms and event spaces accommodating up to 200 guests, we cater to leisure stays, weddings, and private functions. Our dedication to quality is reflected in our menus, which feature daily-changing seasonal dishes, award-winning carvery options, and bespoke event catering. As a dog-friendly establishment, we strive to make every visitors experience memorable through attentive service and a relaxed, inclusive environment.
Services
Accommodation
Dining
Wedding Receptions
Event Hosting
Afternoon Tea
Carvery Meals
Outdoor Terrace
Room Service
Local Tours
Pet-Friendly Stays
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 35 years of hospitality experience with new ownership bringing fresh expertise.
- Flexible dining hours from 12pm to 9pm daily with seasonal, locally sourced menus.
- Newly refurbished bar and enclosed outdoor terrace with panoramic sea views.
- Bespoke event planning for weddings and functions accommodating up to 200 guests.
- Dog-friendly policy and accessible coastal location between Sheringham and Cromer.
What people say
Friendly staff
Lovely food
Amazing views
Clean rooms
Dog-friendly
Services
Luxury Accommodation
Our 16 comfortable rooms offer sea views, family-friendly options, and premium amenities. Each room is meticulously maintained to ensure a restful stay, with modern comforts and dog-friendly policies. Located between Sheringham and Cromer, we provide an ideal base for exploring North Norfolks coastal attractions.
Award-Winning Dining
Daily menus feature locally sourced meats, vegetables, and seafood. Our carvery, hailed as 'the best roast on the coast,' operates 12-9pm. The restaurant offers a la carte dishes, seasonal specials, and an alfresco terrace for summer dining, accommodating dietary requirements with advance notice.
Event Hosting
Host weddings, conferences, or private parties for up to 200 guests. Our spaces include a restaurant, bar, and outdoor terrace with bespoke menus starting at 21 per person. The venue features flexible layouts and seasonal al fresco options with direct beach access planned for future enhancements.
Afternoon Tea
Indulge in traditional afternoon tea served Monday-Friday 1-5pm. Options include finger sandwiches, scones with local jam, patisseries, and Prosecco upgrades. Gluten-free alternatives are available, with bookings required 24 hours in advance for this seaside dining experience.
Outdoor Terrace
Enjoy our newly built enclosed terrace with uninterrupted sea views. The space features a summer bar, pizza oven, and live music events. Open weekends 5pm-late, it offers stone-baked pizzas, cocktails, and takeaway options while protecting guests from coastal breezes.
Questions
What dining options are available at Dormy House Hotel Hotel?
We offer a daily carvery, a la carte menus, afternoon tea, and alfresco terrace dining with pizzas. Meals are served 12pm-9pm, featuring locally sourced ingredients and dietary options.
Can I book a room with sea views?
Yes, select rooms offer sea views. Our 16 rooms include doubles, twins, and family accommodations, all maintained to high standards with modern amenities.
Are dogs allowed at the hotel?
Yes, we are dog-friendly. Pets are welcome in designated areas including the bar, with no additional charges for well-behaved animals.
How do I host an event at Dormy House Hotel?
Contact us to discuss weddings, conferences, or private functions. We accommodate up to 200 guests with bespoke menus starting at £21 per person, including outdoor terrace access.
What nearby attractions are accessible from the hotel?
We’re between Sheringham and Cromer, offering coastal walks, Felbrigg Hall, North Norfolk Railway, and Sheringham Park. The hotel provides local area guides for guests.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, we have a car park for guests, with expansion plans underway to improve accessibility and capacity for visitors.
Reviews (7)
Paul Tudor
Jan 05, 2022
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Very confortable hotel with very polite staff that made us very welcome. Food was excellent, room was very confirmable with kingsize bed super comfy. We had dog with us and very accommodating
Will be returning ! Highly recommeneded
Will be returning ! Highly recommeneded
Jay Warnes
Jan 04, 2022
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Very friendly and helpful staff offering warm welcome. Carvery was great. Plenty of seating options inside and out.
Samantha Yellott
Dec 22, 2021
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Booked as a last minute stay for one night & couldn't fault anything at all. The room was nice, clean & comfy bed, the food was delicious & the staff wer all so helpful & friendly. Wouldn't hesitate to stay again or recommend.
Sabine Elizabeth
Dec 20, 2021
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Lovely comfortable spacious room with a huge snuggly bed! Shower over the bath. Tea/coffee facilities which gets replenished when required. Lovely view of the sea! Friendly and helpful staff, and the included breakfast has lots of variety. The dinners were SO tasty, very big portions! I would certainly recommend this lovely quaint hotel!
Angela Newitt
Oct 18, 2021
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We had a lovely carvery, recommended to book, which we did. Chef was lovely and food was hot & plentiful. Kiah was lovely and very helpful, other members of staff were great too. we found it good, even though reviews were mixed. We'd give them 5* if you want to nice carvery would recommend.
Lesley Harris
Oct 14, 2021
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Lovely cheerful staff from the moment we walked through the door to the moment we left. The carvery was delicious, we couldn't find fault with any of the food offered. We will definitely be coming here again and recommending it t our family.
Louise Orford
Oct 05, 2021
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Lovely place. Rooms are a good size, plentiful refreshments in the room that got replenished daily. Bed comfortable. Only downside was the water which was low pressure so shower wasnt so powerful. Food in the restaurant was delicious will definitely revisit!
