The Hoste Arms, Burnham Market, Norfolk

Overlooking the central green in Burnham Market, a small inland town located a few miles from Burnham Overy Staithe and Norfolk's coastal footpath. Holkham, with its Palladian hall and deer park, is five miles to the east while the nature reserves of Titchwell and Cley are an easy drive away. You'll also find nature reserves, beaches, stately homes, golf courses, ferry boat trips and racecourse nearby.

By car: The Hoste is around 3 hours from London and Birmingham, and 2 hours from Cambridge. There is free parking for guests.

By train: London Kings Cross to King's Lynn station takes 1 hour 49 mins. From King's Lynn there is a regular bus service along the coast road - The Coast Hopper - or guests can take a 40-minute taxi. Book trains to King's Lynn.

Formerly a coaching inn, the snug front bar has a large open fire, exposed brickwork and heavy wooden beams. Beyond this is a warren of dining areas, including a newer garden room conservatory and comfortable, contemporary rooms. For over 400 years, it has been the central hub and meeting place in this Georgian shopping town.

Staff are confident and well-trained, with an efficient reception and capable dining team. For what is essentially a village inn, there's an impressive array of facilities, including a small spa and a residents' gym. There's limited onsite hotel parking plus street spaces in the vicinity.

• Restaurant
• Bar
• Cinema
• Gym
• Spa
• Lounge
• Terrace
• Garden
• Free parking
• Free Wi-Fi

Rooms are spread across three locations: the original inn, the Vine House across the road, and Railway House, 800 yards from the main site. The cheapest are cosy classic doubles in a rear extension, while pricier 'Divine' rooms in Vine House come with smart Zoffany wallpaper and gilt mirrors.

Room types: Classic, Superior, Luxury, Divine, The Railway House Double, The Carriage, Railway Cottages

Key amenities: ensuite with shower, tea and coffee facilities, desk, TV

Specialising in modern British cooking, lunchtime choices include Hoste Classics of burgers, battered haddock and Binham Blue quiche, while the dinner menu ups the ante with Norfolk lamb rump, 28 day dry-aged steaks and pan-fried sea bass. In the morning, there's a breakfast buffet alongside cooked options.

The Hoste Arms: Norfolk produce, seasonal specials, seafood, bar snacks, vegan menu. Local beers and fine wines. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Mains from £13.