Wells-next-the-Sea, England hotel rooms at the Independent

"Staff and food are the key reasons I’m awarding 5 stars. They dealt with everything even though I forgot to complete the info before arrival. Room was lovely and clean and loved sitting by the log fire near the bar. As a traveller without a dog, I found all the dogs and owners great and appreciated they were separate in the main restaurant. "

"Had a wonderful stay at The Dabbling Duck. Our room was lovely and clean with a great view of the Village Green. The staff, who were extremely busy serving Sunday lunch were very polite and helpful. We had a booking in the restaurant, where the food was amazing, as was the breakfast. Over all, this is a stunning place to stay and chill, absolutely loved it, 10/10."

" The size and facilities in the studio apartment were way beyond our expectations. The cleanliness of the whole complex was very good.The pool looked amazing but unfortunately we didn't pack our swim stuff! The bar and restaurant were really nice with a good range of reasonably priced food and drinks available."

"Very friendly staff and a lovely relaxing atmosphere "

"Good place to stay, close to all amenities and beach. "

"This was our first time back in over a year since under new management. We had the most lovely breakfast hamper in our room of yogurts , fruit ,museli , fresh milk , honey with tea coffee chocolate & juices. This was so much better for us personally as did not have to rush up to go down to breakfast in the morning giving us a much more relaxed approach to the day ahead . It was replenished if you put your sign on door next morning. I much preferred the layout of the bar area tables & chairs in the pub , and decorated tastefully Halloween . We booked a table in the restaurant for the evening and the food did not disappoint. Both hubby & I had the plentiful rump steak which was cooked on the grill to perfection . A short walk to Runton beach via public footpath from road . Can’t wait to come back loved our stay 10/10 !"

"Lovely big spacious room, huge bed with crisp clean bedding, nice big shower with massive fluffy towels, spotlessly clean throughout. I didn’t have breakfast as I’d left before it being served. Lovely helpful staff."

"Highly recommend. Will stay again. Very spacious room, comfortable bed, lovely spa, and delicious breakfast. "

"This is a superb hotel with nice places to sit and relax, excellent service throughout, food is knockout."