The Pig Shed Motel

Hotels
9.6 (753 reviews)
Swaffham Road, , Castle Acre , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Fishing
Cycling
Horse riding
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and spacious rooms
Friendly staff and good service
Cons:
Occasional odor issues
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.93
Generally clean but some reports of odor issues in rooms.
Service
9.9
Friendly staff and great service mentioned multiple times.
Location
9.94
Convenient location with a pub next door and near attractions.
Room Quality
9.39
Rooms are spacious and comfortable, but some show signs of wear.
Amenities
9.42
Good amenities overall, with specific mentions of comfort and facilities.
Value for Money
9.88
Great value for money with spacious, clean rooms.
Food and Beverage
9.43
Good food at the onsite pub, but lack of breakfast options noted.
Overall Experience
9.9
Very positive overall experience with many returning guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 17:54

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in a stay at The Pig Shed Motel, a 4-star hotel in the charming village of Castle Acre. Each room is thoughtfully equipped with a desk, TV, and cozy bed linens for your comfort.

Convenient Location
Located just a stone's throw away from Castle Acre Castle and a short drive from other attractions like Castle Rising Castle and Sandringham House Museum & Grounds, our hotel is the perfect base for exploring the rich history of the area.

Leisure Activities
Unwind and make the most of your stay by enjoying activities like fishing and cycling in the picturesque surroundings of Castle Acre. With free WiFi and a non-smoking environment, The Pig Shed Motel ensures a relaxing and enjoyable experience for all guests.

Book your stay now at The Pig Shed Motel for a memorable getaway in Castle Acre!

Important information:

Dogs can be accommodated at the property for an additional fee of GBP 10 per dog, per stay. Please contact the property for more details.

A choice of virtual key (via mobile app) or a physical keycard is available to access your room. Please refer to your booking confirmation or the motel website for further information.Please inform 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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
It's recommended to bring your own vehicle since this property is not serviced by public transportation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 1 and older are allowed.
    Children from 1 year old to 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 753 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.93
Service: 9.9
Location: 9.94
Room Quality: 9.39
Amenities: 9.42
Value for Money: 9.88
Food and Beverage: 9.43
Overall Experience: 9.9
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C • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Fenella • solo_traveller • gb
9
Really impressed by this place. Really nicely decorated, huge bed, very comfy.
Pros:

Everything except the below

Cons:

Tricky to find!

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Helen • extended_group • gb
9
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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hayley • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Geoff • extended_group • gb
9
Lovely room with good coffee.
Pros:

The location was good and handy for what we wanted to dp

Cons:

Could have done with a doormat, especially on wet days

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Lorraine • couple • gb
10
Excellent stay in one of the best motels ever!
Pros:

The location was spot on for our stay, the motel was so smart, clean and tidy.
Having ample parking and a fab pub next door serving food was a huge bonus.

Cons:

Nothing at all was to dislike.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Rory • couple • gb
10
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Janis • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Very spacious and clean room

Cons:

Could hear noise from the next room which made sleeping more difficult.

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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tina • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Nespresso machine and fridge was good to keep yogurt and fruit cool as no breakfast.

Cons:

Maybe a croissant or pastry would have been good with coffee

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • couple • gb
9
Very nice, comfortable bed, great choice of drinks, quiet area for sleep and good pub next door
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Louise • couple • gb
9
First time visiting Norfolk, The Pig Shed was a great base and a lovely place to come back to each day
Pros:

Lovely one bedroom cottage, very clean and tidy. Bonus of having air conditioning as it was warm weather when we stayed

Cons:

Could have done with a few extra tea towels as we were there for three nights, were only left one. Otherwise everything was perfect

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Carla • couple • gb
9
Perfect couples break with dog 🐕
Pros:

Excellent communication before and on check in. The location is perfect! So quiet, in the middle of nowhere and in the middle of everything. Its clear alot of thought has gone into everything. Already looking for another longer visit later this year. Fridge with the freezer box was a absolute game changer 🙌 as we like to sort our own breakfasts and lunches for exploring. We have stayed at places before that have dog friendly rooms. They weren't great, and nothing like advertised. This was exactly as shown, everything was so practical for our spaniel, Percy loved the tiled floor in this heat. Everything was perfectly clean and well looked after. A short drive from Centre Paws and the mid norfolk railway was perfect 👌

Cons:

Can't think of anything. We loved it ❤️

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • gb
9
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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amanda • solo_traveller • gb
10
Lovely place & staff
Pros:

Everything. Very nice.

Cons:

No breakfast available, even if just continental.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Shupikai • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent accomodation facilities
Pros:

Smart, well presented, comfy bed .Everything was there except meals 😄

Cons:

All was good and well explained.Respond well to questions asked and on time.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Dan • couple • gb
9
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Lucy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Gorgeous well appointed room with everything you need including iron, water, range of tea and coffee, lovely smellies, small fridge. Huge bed, with good shower. Great ambient temperature, quiet, ample parking. Felt luxurious for a 'motel' Entry instructions were clear. **READ THE CLIPBOARD - ALL INFO ON THERE WAS USEFUL!**

Cons:

**READ THE CLIPBOARD - ALL INFO ON THERE WAS USEFUL!** Wi-Fi was temperamental and couldn't really support my laptop but that was explained on the clipboard. I actually bounced the wifi from my phone data and that worked well. It is a rural location, so expect countryside smells, and rare tiny visitors.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • couple • gb
9
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee