Haven Seashore Holiday Park

HOTEL OVERVIEW

You know what? Haven Seashore Holiday Park isn’t your typical hotel at all – it’s actually more of a holiday park that’s been doing its own thing for years, and honestly, that’s part of its charm. Right on North Drive in Caister-on-Sea, it sits in this spot where you can practically taste the salt air the moment you step out of your car. The whole place has this lived-in, unpretentious vibe that I really appreciated after staying at so many sterile chain hotels.

The thing about Caister is that it’s got this wonderful “forgotten seaside town” quality – not forgotten in a sad way, but in that authentic British coastal way where families have been coming for generations and nothing needs to be fancy to be perfect. Haven sits right in the thick of it, close enough to the beach that you’ll hear the waves at night (which is lovely, by the way), and the location means you’re walking distance to those classic seaside shops and fish and chip places that actually know what they’re doing. I mean, you’re essentially staying in a proper Norfolk coastal community here, not some touristy bubble. The local Tesco is just down the road if you need supplies, and parking is straightforward – no circling around looking for spaces like you get in Great Yarmouth proper.

What really works about this place is that it doesn’t try to be something it’s not. The accommodations range from static caravans to more hotel-like units, and while it might not have official star ratings, the 8.1 rating from guests tells the real story. People come here for the location, the value, and because it feels like a proper British seaside holiday. The staff actually know the area – they’ll tell you which beach huts are worth renting, when the best time to visit Great Yarmouth is (early morning before the crowds, trust me), and where to catch the most spectacular sunsets. During peak summer it gets busy with families, which creates this lovely, nostalgic atmosphere, though if you’re looking for peace and quiet, shoulder seasons are your friend. The facilities are well-maintained without being flashy, and there’s something refreshing about a place that focuses on giving you easy access to the coast rather than trying to keep you entertained indoors. It’s perfect for people who want to spend their days exploring the Norfolk Broads, walking the beaches, or just enjoying that particular kind of seaside holiday that’s quintessentially British – deck chairs, ice cream, and the sound of seagulls overhead.