The Maids Head Hotel - Norwich

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The Maids Head Hotel - Norwich
Tombland, Norwich, United Kingdom, NR3 1LB·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.6Great
Location9.6
Staff9.3
Comfort9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Free WiFi9.0
Who stays here
Couples61%
Solo20%
Families10%
Groups8%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.6Great
Location9.6
Staff9.3
Comfort9.1
Cleanliness9.0
Free WiFi9.0
Who stays here
Couples61%
Solo20%
Families10%
Groups8%

AA 4-star hotel in Norwich's Cathedral Quarter, housed in a 13th-century building that is the oldest hotel in the UK.

Rooms & Suites

Maids Head Norwich places guests in rooms that combine 13th-century timber frames with private modern bathrooms. Some suites, such as those overlooking the cathedral, retain original period features like exposed beams and oak panels. All rooms include in-room iPad guest services for ordering room service or booking the hotel's vintage Bentley tour.

Dining & Bar

The WinePress@Wensum restaurant holds 2 AA Rosettes and offers 40 wines by the glass. The oak-panelled Maids Head Bar serves real ales alongside a casual dining menu. Afternoon tea at the Maids Head Hotel has been Highly Commended in the Taste of East of England Award.

Experiences

The Maids Head Hotel provides complimentary tours of Norwich in a vintage Bentley, driven by a knowledgeable local guide. Themed dinner nights take place in the 14th-century dining hall. Guests can also borrow bicycles from the hotel to explore the city or the Norfolk Broads.

Location & Surroundings

Located in Tombland, the Maids Head Hotel is adjacent to Norwich Cathedral and a 5-minute walk from Norwich Castle. The Lanes shopping and dining district is immediately outside the door. The Norfolk Broads are reachable in a 20-minute drive, and Cromer coast in 30 minutes.

Services & Amenities

The hotel offers complimentary parking for guests in its private car park. The on-site beauty salon Enhance provides a range of treatments including facials and nail care. Business and event spaces accommodate conferences, weddings, and private functions with full planning coordination.

  • History: Oldest UK hotel, dating over 800 years
  • Dining: 2 AA Rosette WinePress Restaurant with 40 wines by the glass
  • Experiences: Complimentary vintage Bentley city tours
  • Location: Next to Norwich Cathedral and The Lanes shopping district
  • Wellness: On-site beauty salon Enhance
  • Activities: Bicycle rentals and themed dinner nights
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 20.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Year renovated:2011
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:66
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Double Room Dog friendly
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Shower
Junior Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Shower
Executive Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 King-size bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Shower
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling
  • Golf course

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Maids Head Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 78 £
📏 Distance to centre 200 m
✈️ Distance to airport 10.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Norwich International, NWI

Location

Tombland, Norwich, United Kingdom, NR3 1LB
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Tombland, Norwich, United Kingdom, NR3 1LB
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Tombland, Norwich, United Kingdom, NR3 1LB
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Church
Norwich Cathedral
440 m
24 Castle Meadow
Norwich Castle
540 m
Museum
Strangers' Hall Museum
550 m
Tombland
Tombland
200 m
Museum
John Jarrold Printing Museum
380 m
Waggon and Horses Lane
Elm Hill
170 m
Museum
Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell
280 m
Castle Keep
360 m
Church
Church of St John Maddermarket
510 m
Gallery
Elm Hill Contemporary Art
190 m
11-15 Fye Bridge Street
Anteros Arts Foundation
190 m
St George Street
Harleston Museum
320 m
Park
Chapelfield Gardens
440 m
Museum
St Peter Hungate Museum and Brass Rubbing Centre
200 m
15
Saint Martin at Palace Plain
190 m
Restaurant
Spice Lounge
70 m
Restaurant
Olives
120 m
Restaurant
Prime
120 m
Restaurant
Trattoria Rustica
150 m
Restaurant
Erpingham House
110 m
Restaurant
The Lawyer
130 m
Restaurant
Louis Marchesi
100 m
Restaurant
Crocodile Sandwich and Coffee Bar
120 m
Restaurant
Giggling Squid Norwich
140 m
Restaurant
Shiki Japanese Restaurant
150 m
Restaurant
Ribs of Beef
150 m

Reviews of The Maids Head Hotel

8.6 /10
Great
#4 of 49 hotels in Norwich

FAQ about The Maids Head Hotel

Which popular attractions are located near the The Maids Head Hotel hotel?
You can visit Tombland, placed 200 meters from the The Maids Head Hotel hotel. Other interesting sights include The Forum (1.1 km from the property) as well as Norwich City Football Club (5 minutes away by car).
Which landmarks are closest to The Maids Head Hotel hotel?
Guests of The Maids Head Hotel hotel can visit St Andrews and Blackfriars Halls (only a 5-minute walk from the accommodation), or Chapelfield Gardens placed 6 minutes' walk away.
Can we park our car at The Maids Head Hotel?
The Maids Head Hotel offers parking spaces, located on site.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the 4-star The Maids Head Hotel hotel?
Guests of the 4-star The Maids Head Hotel hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-restaurant Prime offering British cuisine.
Can I eat breakfast at the 4-star The Maids Head Hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 4-star The Maids Head Hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at this stunning hotel?
Guests of this stunning hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the 4-star The Maids Head Hotel?
Payment methods in the 4-star The Maids Head Hotel include:
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
What kinds of rooms does the 4-star The Maids Head Hotel hotel offer?
The 4-star The Maids Head Hotel hotel offers such room types as King Room, Junior Suite, and Executive Double Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 4-star The Maids Head Hotel?
Every room at the 4-star The Maids Head Hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' entertainment.
Which facilities are provided in this stunning hotel?
This stunning hotel includes such facilities as currency exchange and a lift, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security.
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