The Maids Head Hotel - Norwich
52.632303, 1.299187Overview
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
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Free Wi-Fi
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Shower
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Free Wi-Fi
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Shower
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds or 1 King-size bed
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Free Wi-Fi
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Facilities
Main facilities
On-site car park
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Flat-screen TV
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
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 |
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