Thomas Paine Hotel

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Scored 7.7
Rated good

Great location!

8.6

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Thomas Paine Hotel in Thetford offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and city views. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi. Dining and Leisure: Guests can enjoy a sun terrace, restaurant, bar, and coffee shop. The family-friendly restaurant serves Chinese, British, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Seafood, Spanish, local, Asian, and international cuisines. Dinner and high tea are available. Convenient Amenities: The hotel provides free on-site private parking, electric vehicle charging, bicycle parking, and free WiFi. Additional services include private check-in and check-out, concierge, tour desk, and entertainment staff. Local Attractions: Thetford Castle Hill is less than 0.6 mi away. Other nearby points include Weeting Castle (8.7 mi), St Edmundsbury Cathedral (12 mi), and Eye Castle (24 mi).

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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See what guests loved the most:

Michelle
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The information on Thomas paine, lovely decor downstairs, The young Olly ? lad worked so hard and never saw him stop.”
Christopher
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Comfortable room, friendly welcome. Free hotel parking. Delicious curry served in the evening. Extensive information on Thomas Paine’s life displayed in the hotel, along with a video.”
Allexis
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Spacious room, comfortable bed, nice coffee and biscuits.”
John
Australia Australia
“Location right in the centre of town. This is a quirky older hotel, not for someone who only likes bland chain hotels”
Stephanie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff at the hotel were lovely and helped us to our room with our luggage. There was ample parking. The room was large, comfortable and clean.”
Mcgrath
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It has history lovely mix of old English history and modern high end hotel. Gez was great food and drink was lovely. Really accommodating hotel and people.”
Graham
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Wonderful night in a very clean and comfortable room with incredible staff and hosts. Thank you for making one night a very special night and look forward to seeing you soon”
Janet
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Thomas Paine Hotel is the only hotel with a museum ie of Thomas Paine. Large room and crisp cotton bed linen.”
Attila
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location plenty of restaurants in the area 👍🏻”
Carole
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“What an interesting place to stay in Thetford. Very warm welcome and offered a room upgrade to my last minute booking. Room large and bed very comfortable - lovely duvet and pillows and nice bathroom. Hadn't heard of Thomas Paine before but the...”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Franklins Brasserie
  • Cuisine
    Chinese • British • Indian • Italian • Japanese • Korean • Seafood • Spanish • Local • Asian • International • European
  • Open for
    Dinner • High tea
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Thomas Paine Hotel

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Thomas Paine Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £100 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about $135. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib always available
Free

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 90 years old
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Kindly note that we will pre-authorise your card upon arrival to guarantee your stay.

Please note that an additional charge will be applicable for late check-ins and late check-outs.

Please note that pets are allowed for £30 per pet- per night

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Thomas Paine Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of £100 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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