The Maids Head Hotel

Hotels
Classic British Hotels
8.6 (4852 reviews)
Tombland , Norwich , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Central Location
Friendly Staff
Cons:
Food Quality in Bar
Noise from Deliveries

Categories

Cleanliness
8.28
Rooms were comfortable and clean but a little tired.
Service
8.95
Most staff were welcoming, helpful, and friendly.
Location
8.89
Location is very central, perfect for exploring.
Room Quality
8.44
Lovely room with amazing beds and beautiful decor.
Amenities
8.67
Hotel offered great amenities including friendly bar and restaurant staff.
Value for Money
8.53
Good value considering the central location and amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.38
Breakfast was lovely and well-presented, but bar food could improve.
Overall Experience
8.65
A very pleasant and relaxing stay overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 20:04

Property Description

Historic Charm in the Heart of Norwich

AA Rosette Restaurant and Casual Dining Menu
Indulge in exquisite dining experiences at the AA Rosette Restaurant or opt for a more laid-back meal with the Casual Dining menu, catering to all tastes.

Luxurious Rooms with Modern Amenities
Experience comfort and convenience in our rooms featuring modern bathrooms, satellite TV, and tea/coffee facilities. The blend of contemporary comforts and historic charm will make your stay unforgettable.

Convenient Location and Onsite Amenities
Explore the vibrant Tombland area from our centrally located hotel. Enjoy a drink at the oak-panelled Maids Head Bar or pamper yourself at the onsite beauty salon, Best Beauty. Book now for a perfect blend of history and luxury.

Important information:

Children/Extra Beds:
Please enter requests for extra child beds and/or cots, noting the age of the child, in the comments box when booking.

Group Bookings:
Reservations for 6 or more rooms made under the same name and for the same arrival date will be classed as a group booking and may require a deposit or full pre-payment before the date of arrival.

Please note that only dogs are allowed. A supplement of GBP 10 per pet, per night will be applied.

When booking [5] rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BLQ

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 8 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People 2 years old and over stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 4852 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.28
Service: 8.95
Location: 8.89
Room Quality: 8.44
Amenities: 8.67
Value for Money: 8.53
Food and Beverage: 8.38
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Stephen GD couple gb
8
Probably the best hotel in Norwich
Pros:

Overall quality

Cons:

Restaurant & bar could've been better

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Martin couple gb
9
My Heart Alive !
Pros:

This is a Hotel with a long history and an excellent reputation.
A golfing friend of mine who used to be a senior member of Barclays Bank in Norwich in the 70's said that the hotel was an excellent place to stay , with a fine restaurant, service and a focal point of Norwich.
He was not wrong. We had a wonderful time / experience. Should we be in Norwich again we would definitely book your hotel again. Thanks

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Malcolm couple gb
10
Overall, the best hotel in the UK and I’ve stayed in far too many
Pros:

Fabulously rich in ambience, staff, appearance and food

Cons:

Nothing - absolutely excellent

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Robert couple gb
10
2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Dr Charles couple gb
8
2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Gail family_with_children gb
9
Warm, comfortable, friendly and good food.
Pros:

Room overlooked car park which is ok when in a city, the room itself was absolutely fine.

Cons:

Getting a drink at the bar after dinner was a bit frustrating, it took a long time as there was only one person serving, not their fault, but a extra server would make a difference.

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple gb
10
We’ll be back
Pros:

Close to everything and the staff were great

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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David Brunt couple gb
9
2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Abbey couple gb
9
2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Browne couple gb
10
Anniversary Stay
Pros:

We came for our wedding anniversary and was upgraded to a juniour suite and had rose petals on the bed. Was a really nice suprise.

Cons:

Could not fault anything.

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Jan couple gb
9
Very enjoyable, will happily go back anytime!
Pros:

Great location, excellent staff, couldn’t do enough for you. Beautiful room, and the food was excellent too, with an amazing breakfast buffet! Can’t fault it!

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Claire couple de
9
A great central stay
Pros:

Walking distance from the station and situation in the city centre near shops and restaurants. Check in was efficient and friendly and the room was a really nice size and beautifully decorated. We have stayed here before and will do again.

Cons:

Shower was great but was leaking so will cause damage to the floor and door in time.

2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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Sutton solo_traveller gb
8
Excellent weekend break
Pros:

Very comfortable hotel with good food and very well located in the centre of the town

2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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Karen couple gb
10
Highly recommend this hotel for comfort and location.
Pros:

The location of the hotel is very central for sightseeing and shopping. The staff were extremely helpful, professional, and hospitable. The hotel itself is very nice and comfortable as was the bedroom. Highlight for us was being offered a complimentary tour of the city in a 1955 Bentley by our lovely driver Nick who was able to give us a very informative guide on the city as we went along. Absolute loved our stay and will definitely return in the summer.

2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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Melanie couple gb
9
Pros:

Position in the town.
Lovely breakfast.

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Andrew solo_traveller gb
10
Great base for exploring the city
Pros:

The location, staff, and comfort were excellent

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Timothy solo_traveller fr
8
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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ipek family_with_children tr
10
Amazing Stay
Pros:

Another great stay
Amazing staff
Thank you for everything
See you next time

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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ipek family_with_children tr
10
Another Great Stay
Pros:

Another great stay
Amazing staff
Thank you for everything
See you next time

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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CHRIS couple gb
8
Very good.
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

We were there as a group, sitting outside the restaurant area, surprised no staff offered to take a drinks order.

2026-02-08 via Nuitee