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4-star hotels in Sheringham
A shortlist of 15 four-star stays in Sheringham, from country-house hotels to seafront cottages and apartments just steps from the town centre. It is for couples, families and dog owners comparing the town's best-rated four-star rooms, suites and self-catering homes.
Staying in Sheringham
Sheringham is a North Norfolk seaside town where the beach, the town centre and the surrounding countryside sit within a couple of kilometres of each other. These 15 four-star properties are spread across that small area: several cluster at the seafront and around the centre, including Beach Hut Seaside Cottage (0.0 km), Sandrock House (0.1 km), Captain's Cottage (0.2 km), Ellan Vannin (0.2 km), Seafront Sheringham 1 bed Apt sleeps 4 1xdog (0.2 km) and Kittiwake, Seasands and Scira (0.2 km each). Others sit slightly back from the front: Alton House (0.4 km), Highfield Guest House (0.4 km), Little Regent Hall (0.5 km), Hooray Henrys Sheringham (0.6 km) and The Beverley Suite (0.7 km).
Dales Country House Hotel is the outlier, 2.2 km from the centre on Lodge Hill and the most reviewed of these hotels with 499 reviews and a 4.4 rating. The mix suits different trips: couples wanting a seafront base or a quiet garden, families needing cots, high chairs and kitchens, dog owners who need pets allowed, and business or short-break visitors who want free parking and free wifi close to the centre.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Dales Country House Hotel
Lodge Hill, Sheringham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay hereDales Country House Hotel earns a guest rating of 4.4 from 499 reviews, a strong sign for a 4-star country house. Guests have a restaurant, bar and lounge on site, plus a garden and terrace for slowing down between outings. Pets are allowed and free parking makes arrival easy. It sits 2.2 km from the centre, so it suits travellers with a car who want space, quiet and a base for golf or tennis during their stay.
See Dales Country House HotelHooray Henrys Sheringham
19 Cromer Road, Sheringham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereFor a 4-star base 0.6 km from the centre, Hooray Henrys Sheringham puts the town within a short walk while keeping things calm. Rooms come with bathrobes and toiletries, and WiFi plus free parking are provided. Anglers and watersports fans have fishing and surf on the doorstep. It suits couples or solo travellers who want a comfortable, well-equipped room and quick access to both the beach and the shops.
See Hooray Henrys SheringhamCaptain's Cottage
1 Whitehall Yard, Sheringham, United Kingdom
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereCaptain's Cottage is a 4-star self-catering option just 0.2 km from the centre, close enough to leave the car behind. A full kitchen with oven, microwave and refrigerator lets guests cook in, and the fireplace and garden add comfort on cooler days. Pets are welcome, and the beach is nearby. It suits families or small groups who prefer their own space, their own meals and a short stroll to the seafront.
See Captain's CottageAlton House
6 Alexandra Rd, Sheringham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAlton House combines 4-star comfort with a location 0.4 km from the centre. Thoughtful details include bathrobes, slippers and toiletries, and the guest house caters for special diets. Free WiFi and free parking are available, and guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace. It suits couples and independent travellers who want a quiet, well-appointed stay within walking distance of Sheringham's streets and shore.
See Alton HouseElliott's Retreat
43 Priory Close Beeston Regis, Sheringham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereElliott's Retreat is a 4-star holiday home 1.5 km from the centre, set up for family life with a cot and high chairs alongside a full kitchen with dishwasher and oven. The beach is nearby and a garden gives children room to play. Parking is provided. It suits families or groups who want to self-cater, spread out and treat Sheringham as a base for days on the coast rather than a quick stop.
See Elliott's RetreatLittle Regent Hall
Little Regent Hall Norfolk Road, Sheringham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Beach nearby
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereLittle Regent Hall offers 4-star rooms 0.5 km from the centre, with free WiFi and free parking. A garden, patio and picnic area give guests outdoor space, and the beach is nearby for coastal walks. Guests can also arrange golf, mini golf, fishing or horse riding in the area. It suits active travellers and couples who want a comfortable, well-located base with plenty to do close by.
See Little Regent HallHighfield Guest House
Montague Road 5, Sheringham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHighfield Guest House is a 4-star guest house 0.4 km from the centre, handy for exploring Sheringham on foot. Rooms are carpeted and come with coffee, a desk and toiletries, with housekeeping and laundry service available. Free WiFi and free parking are provided, and the garden offers a place to unwind. It suits business or leisure travellers who want a straightforward, well-kept base near the town.
See Highfield Guest HouseBeach Hut Seaside Cottage
7 Museum Cottage Station Road, Sheringham, United Kingdom
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereBeach Hut Seaside Cottage sits right in the centre, 0.0 km from Sheringham's amenities, and the beach is nearby. This 4-star cottage includes a kitchen with microwave, oven and refrigerator, plus a TV, DVD player and CD player for evenings in. Fishing, golf, mini golf and tennis are all within reach, and pets are allowed. It suits families or friends who want a self-catering stay in the middle of everything.
See Beach Hut Seaside CottageSandrock House
5A West Cliff, Sheringham, United Kingdom
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSandrock House is a 4-star property 0.1 km from the centre with sea views and a garden. The kitchen comes with a dishwasher and washing machine, and WiFi and internet access are provided. It suits guests who want to self-cater and be close to both the waterfront and the town, with the beach and promenade a short walk away and no need to drive for everyday essentials.
See Sandrock HouseEllan Vannin
Flat 1 9 West Cliff, Sheringham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereEllan Vannin is a 4-star flat 0.2 km from the centre with sea views and a garden. A kitchen with oven, microwave and refrigerator supports self-catering, and the beach is nearby for days by the water. Free parking is included. Golf and fishing are options locally. It suits couples or small families who want sea air, their own cooking space and a central Sheringham location.
See Ellan VanninSeafront Sheringham 1 bed Apt sleeps 4 1xdog
2 Saint Nicholas Place, Sheringham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereSeafront Sheringham is a 4-star one-bedroom apartment sleeping 4, 0.2 km from the centre and close to the beach. A kitchen with dishwasher, oven and microwave covers self-catering, while WiFi, free parking and a patio add convenience. One dog is welcome. It suits a small family or couple with a pet who want a seafront base with space to cook and relax rather than a hotel room.
See Seafront Sheringham 1 bed Apt sleeps 4 1xdogKittiwake
Sheringham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereKittiwake is a 4-star self-catering property 0.2 km from the centre, with a kitchen, garden and WiFi. A cot is available, and the beach is nearby for family days out. Fishing and horse riding can be arranged locally. Pets are allowed and parking is provided. It suits families or groups who want their own space and easy access to both the coast and Sheringham's town centre.
See KittiwakeSeasands
Sheringham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSeasands offers 4-star self-catering accommodation 0.2 km from the centre, with a kitchen, garden and WiFi. A cot is provided, and free parking includes a garage. The beach is nearby, and fishing is an option locally. It suits families or couples who want a quiet, well-equipped base close to the seafront and the town, with the flexibility of cooking their own meals.
See SeasandsScira
Sheringham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereScira is a 4-star property 0.2 km from the centre with a kitchen, garden and WiFi. The beach is nearby and fishing is available locally. Pets are welcome and parking is provided. It suits guests travelling with a dog or those who simply want a self-catering stay within walking distance of Sheringham's centre, with space to relax indoors and out.
See SciraThe Beverley Suite
Nr26 8Nl, Sheringham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThe Beverley Suite is a 4-star apartment 0.7 km from the centre with a kitchen including oven, microwave and refrigerator, plus a washing machine and iron and board. Guests have a restaurant on site and a garden, with free parking and golf and mini golf nearby. It suits couples or small families who want serviced independence, a place to eat without going far and easy access to the town.
See The Beverley Suite
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dales Country House Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 2.2 km |
| Hooray Henrys Sheringham | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
| Captain's Cottage | ★★★★ | – | Yes | 0.2 km |
| Alton House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.4 km |
| Elliott's Retreat | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 1.5 km |
| Little Regent Hall | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
| Highfield Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.4 km |
| Beach Hut Seaside Cottage | ★★★★ | – | Yes | 0.0 km |
| Sandrock House | ★★★★ | – | – | 0.1 km |
| Ellan Vannin | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.2 km |
| Seafront Sheringham 1 bed Apt sleeps 4 1xdog | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.2 km |
| Kittiwake | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.2 km |
| Seasands | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.2 km |
| Scira | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.2 km |
| The Beverley Suite | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.7 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These four have the family kit in the data: Elliott's Retreat offers a cot and high chairs, while Kittiwake and Seasands both list a cot, and Seafront Sheringham 1 bed Apt sleeps 4 1xdog sleeps 4. All four have kitchens, washing machines and non smoking rooms, and Elliott's Retreat, Seafront Sheringham 1 bed Apt sleeps 4 1xdog and Seasands also have parking, which matters with children in tow.
Elliott's Retreat · Seafront Sheringham 1 bed Apt sleeps 4 1xdog · Kittiwake · Seasands
For pets
Six of the four-star stays allow pets: Dales Country House Hotel, Captain's Cottage, Beach Hut Seaside Cottage, Seafront Sheringham 1 bed Apt sleeps 4 1xdog, Kittiwake and Scira. Captain's Cottage and Beach Hut Seaside Cottage keep pets close to the beach (both list beach nearby) and all of them are non smoking, so you are not choosing between your dog and a comfortable room.
Dales Country House Hotel · Captain's Cottage · Beach Hut Seaside Cottage · Seafront Sheringham 1 bed Apt sleeps 4 1xdog · Kittiwake · Scira
For a short break
Closest to the centre are Beach Hut Seaside Cottage (0.0 km), Captain's Cottage (0.2 km), Alton House (0.4 km), Highfield Guest House (0.4 km) and Hooray Henrys Sheringham (0.6 km). All five are walking distance of the town centre, and all have free wifi and free car parking except Hooray Henrys and Alton House, which list free car parking.
Hooray Henrys Sheringham · Captain's Cottage · Alton House · Highfield Guest House · Beach Hut Seaside Cottage
For couples
Alton House and The Beverley Suite list bathrobes or baths alongside free parking, Sandrock House and Ellan Vannin both list sea views, and all four are within 0.7 km of the centre. Sandrock House and Ellan Vannin share a West Cliff address with sea and garden, while Alton House adds slippers, a terrace and special diets.
Alton House · Sandrock House · Ellan Vannin · The Beverley Suite
Questions, answered
Which of these four-star hotels is closest to Sheringham centre?
Beach Hut Seaside Cottage, at 0.0 km from the centre on Station Road, is the closest of the shortlist. Sandrock House is 0.1 km away on West Cliff, and Captain's Cottage, Ellan Vannin, Seafront Sheringham 1 bed Apt sleeps 4 1xdog, Kittiwake, Seasands and Scira are all 0.2 km out.
Which four-star hotels in Sheringham allow pets?
Dales Country House Hotel, Captain's Cottage, Beach Hut Seaside Cottage, Seafront Sheringham 1 bed Apt sleeps 4 1xdog, Kittiwake and Scira all list pets allowed. Several of them, including Captain's Cottage and Beach Hut Seaside Cottage, also list beach nearby.
Which Sheringham four-star hotels have free parking?
Free car parking is listed by Dales Country House Hotel, Hooray Henrys Sheringham, Alton House, Little Regent Hall, Highfield Guest House, Ellan Vannin, Seafront Sheringham 1 bed Apt sleeps 4 1xdog, Seasands and The Beverley Suite. Captain's Cottage, Beach Hut Seaside Cottage and Scira list parking without specifying that it is free.
Do any of these hotels have a pool or spa?
No. None of the 15 four-star properties in this shortlist lists a pool or a spa among its facilities. Some offer other leisure facilities instead, such as golf course at Dales Country House Hotel, Little Regent Hall, Highfield Guest House, Ellan Vannin, Beach Hut Seaside Cottage, Captain's Cottage, The Beverley Suite and Little Regent Hall, and tennis at Dales Country House Hotel and Beach Hut Seaside Cottage.
Which is the best-rated four-star hotel in this shortlist?
Dales Country House Hotel carries a guest rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 499 reviews, the only rated property in this set and the most reviewed of the four-star hotels here. It is 2.2 km from the centre on Lodge Hill.
Do any four-star Sheringham hotels have family rooms or cots?
Elliott's Retreat lists both a cot and high chairs, and Kittiwake and Seasands each list a cot. All three have kitchens, and Seafront Sheringham 1 bed Apt sleeps 4 1xdog is described as sleeping 4, making it another option for a family group.
Which four-star hotels are good for surfing or watersports?
Hooray Henrys Sheringham lists both surf and water sports among its facilities, and is 0.6 km from the centre with free wifi and free car parking. Beach Hut Seaside Cottage also lists surf and is 0.0 km from the centre.
Which four-star hotel in Sheringham is best for a business stay?
Dales Country House Hotel is the strongest fit on facilities: it lists a 24 hour front desk, 24h security, copy, dry cleaning service, laundry service, lifts, room service and free wifi, and sits 2.2 km from the centre with free car parking. Highfield Guest House also lists a desk, safe and laundry service.














