Hootinerary Favourites: Somerton Guest House In Lowestoft

Somerton Guest House is a Victorian Grade II listed bed and breakfast right on the South Beach at Lowestoft. With views of the seafront, this friendly bed and breakfast is the perfect place to rest your head when you're exploring Lowestoft.

Lowestoft is most famous for being the first in the UK to see the sunrise and is the most easterly town. It is home to two piers, a wildlife park, an award-winning theme park and is frequently visited by couples and families each year. It also survived the wars, with Lowestoft having been under attack during the Second World War.

Somerton Guest House

The Somerton Guest House is a beautifully decorated bed and breakfast in a five-storey Victorian grade II listed building that has retained many of its original features. Having been built in 1870, it became a listed building in 1993. Because of this, the building remains under the Planning Act 1990 because of either special architectural or historic interest.

It has large rooms and even comfortable leisure rooms for the guests to relax and unwind in. It has been rated 3rd out of 27 bed and breakfasts in Lowestoft. This traditional seafront bed-and-breakfast is only a 14-minute walk from Lowestoft train station and close by to the Marina Theatre.

Somerton Guest House offers single, twin and double rooms and family rooms that all come with an en-suite or private bathroom. The rooms even come with sea or garden views and can be requested at the time of booking. At the rear of the guest house is a secluded garden with a summer house, perfect for relaxing after a busy day.

What makes this guest house stand out from the others is the kind and caring nature of the owners and their extra special touches, such as packed lunches and catering to dietary requirements.

Prices for a night stay begin at £55, but if you book more than one night, you get a discount and can get even more off if you book over four nights for your stay.

Amenities at Somerton Guest House

Each room comes with a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and fridge. On request, there are beach towels and toys for children for both indoor and beach use. This bed and breakfast has everyone in mind, offering either full English, vegan and vegetarian breakfast options, which are included in the room's price.

It comes with free parking, a parking garage, and paid private parking nearby are all available to guests. sea views and is even pet-friendly, meaning you don't have to leave your four-paw family member behind. Just be sure to check the availability of their pet-friendly rooms before travelling. During your stay, you even have the option to relax in the garden to the rear of the building, which has full sun most afternoons.

What's Close By To Somerton Guest House?

If you're wondering what is around Somerton Guest House, the below are in the 10-15 minute walking radius and include activities for couples, singles and families.

South Beach

If you love sandy beaches, then South Beach should be your first point of call. It is only a short walk away from Somerton Guest House. The beach has won a Blue Flag award for its clean waters and is the perfect beach for sunbathing and building sandcastles. If you're into watersports, South Beach has surfing, diving, windsurfing and jet-skiing all available. It also has a seasonal lifeguard service.

Claremont Pier

Having been constructed and opened in 1903, Claremont Pier has weathered many storms and survived during the war. Named after the road close by, the pier is a three-minute walk from Somerton Guest House, allowing you to walk down the 750-metre walkway and feel the sea air on your face. The pier also has an amusement and entertainment centre,

Royal Oak Pub

Having been a pub for over 400 years, the Royal Oak Pub is a firm favourite in Lowestoft. Hosting both karaoke and disco at the weekend and live sports, the Royal Oak pub is the perfect place for a drink and a song. It is only a 4-minute walk from Somerton Guest House, serves one guest ale and also has a small garden to the rear.

The Seagull Theatre

Run by volunteers, The Seagull Theatre is a not-for-profit community theatre hosting local talents such as choirs and musicals and regional and national touring companies. However, it is around a fifteen-minute walk from Somerton Guest House, where they also have regular classes and events. In the past, they've hosted musicals, plays and musical productions.

Africa Alive!

Although this is a little further out, being a 15-minute drive away, it is well worth it with over 1000 animals within Africa Alive! 60 acres. It's home for birds, mammals and reptiles, including cheetahs, lemurs, lizards, buffalos. Africa Alive! also hosts several activities and displays and is open from 9:30 am – 5:30 pm.

Pleasurewood Hills Theme Park

Pleasurewood Hills is 4-miles away from Somerton Guest House and is a mere 15-minute drive away with rides for little ones and adults. Having opened in 1983, it has been home to the much-loved mascot Woody Bear and several attractions such as Cannonball Express and the region's biggest roller coaster attraction, Wipeout. With eateries, such as Roosters and Tony's, it has everything for a fun day with a loved one, friend or your family.

Lowestoft Maritime Museum

Just over two miles away, Lowestoft Maritime Museum is a museum dedicated to local and national maritime history. It has several short videos and audio films for you to learn about the history of the port of Lowestoft and displays and activities for children. The museum opened in 1968 and is run by volunteers who wish to bring the history of Lowestoft to others.

Lowestoft is a quaint town with a lot of heart and history. Nothing is too small or too big for the owners of Somerton Guest House, who wish to make your visit to Lowestoft one to remember and will do everything to ensure a peaceful seafront stay.