About Us

in 2023 husband and wife team made up of ex-P&O Head Chef Bill Burles and Alison took over The Royal Norfolk Hotel in Sandgate High Street and they extend a warm welcome to customers old and new.

After being made redundant as Head Chef at P&O Ferries Bill has introduced in a new menus, reopened a newly renovated carvery and Hotel Bar, which offers a range of local and guest beers and lagers, with some inviting bites and snacks.

Together they will be bringing a wealth of experience to continue the good reputation of the hotel by providing a quality Bed & Breakfast accommodation, as well as offering a venue catering for many types of functions, large and small.

There is also a range of theme nights, live music and quiz nights. Check out our events.

  • Christmas party

    What's on

    The Hotel Bar serves draft lagers, wines and spirits, with a range of guest brews on offer. There's a pool table and plenty of events taking place throughout the year to keep you entertained.

    From bands to parties, make sure you check out the latest events coming up at the Royal Norfolk Hotel.

    Check our events
  • The Royal Norfolk breakfast room

    Food @ The Royal Norfolk Hotel

    Our restaurant serves fresh food daily.

    Head chef Bill reviews our menus constantly to ensure customers get the best possible experience of the amazing local produce available to us. It's no wonder Kent is known as the "Garden of England".

    What's on the menu
  • Bed and dressing table in Double bedroom at the The Royal Norfolk Hotel

    Our Hotel Rooms

    With a range of rooms to suit everyone, we're the perfect stop for a weekend break or a stop over before getting over to the continent.

    Free WiFi, a TV and tea/coffee-making facilities are featured in all rooms at Royal Norfolk. And if you fancy, there's always the option for our guests to enjoy a freshly prepared Full English Breakfast in the morning.

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