The Thomas Paine
1 night
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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The Thomas Paine
33 Whitehart St, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 1AA, United Kingdom
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Highlights
Free parking
Ideal location
Pets welcomeAmenities
ParkingFree
Luggage Storage
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Multi-Function Room
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
Wedding Service
Front Desk with Limited Hours
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Property Description
With a stay at The Thomas Paine, you'll be centrally located in Thetford, steps from Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life and within a 5-minute walk of Charles Burrell Museum. This hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Dad's Army Museum and 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Go Ape Thetford.
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8.4/10
Very GoodCleanliness8.4
Amenities8.4
Location8.4
Service8.4
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Surroundings
Train: Bury St Edmunds
(19.9 km)
Train: Diss Railway Station
(29.1 km)
Landmarks: Ancient House Museum
(<100m)
Landmarks: Charles Burrell Museum
(190m)
Landmarks: Ice Nightclub
(250m)
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Overview
Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
3
Luxury Double Room
1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
Cable channels
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5
Superior Double Room
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
Cable channels
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9
Luxury Plus Room
1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
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3
Twin Room
2 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
TV
Cable channels
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Guest Reviews
8.4/10
Very Good
62 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness8.4
- Amenities8.4
- Location8.4
- Service8.4
Average for similar properties in Thetford
AI Summary
The staff provides exceptional service, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Guests appreciate clean, modern facilities, convenient location, and cozy, comfortable rooms. Good parking facilities are also noted.
WOODCOCKANDREW
April 27, 2023
Clean room, comfy bed.
Interesting old property.
Bar doesn't open in the week so quite and would have to go out for food, but plenty of choice nearby, walking distance.
Shower was nice and warm.
Facilities were good, tea and coffee, complimentary soap, supplied towels.
Anthony
April 10, 2023
Beautiful well kept hotel, clean modern facilities within room, friendly knowledgeable staff, perfect location for local facilities, would highly recommend
Guest User
May 20, 2025
We enjoyed an excellent and relaxing family Sunday Lunch in a welcoming atmosphere. The staff were all very helpful, attentive and friendly. Our meals were beautifully prepared and the roasts generously proportioned. The bar lounge was very comfortably furnished and well matched to its historical associations which were described in museum style displays adding an interesting and unusual dimension to the occasion.
Guest User
May 13, 2025
My wife and I attended a fantastic event this weekend at the hotel’s event venue, which was a fantastic evening and we also stayed at the hotel for the night. Fantastic staff, brilliant facilities and an overall wonderful experience which I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for either a venue or a quiet break away.
Guest User
May 12, 2025
My husband and I stayed in one of the new rooms as we attended the Thetford Business Awards. The room was clean and comfortable, complete with air con. Downstairs was very nicely decorated and the food and atmosphere were great. The hosts were fab too.
bourbonbourbon
April 13, 2025
Just spent a lovely couple of hours having Sunday lunch here. An abundance of food, beautifully presented. Very good value. Most importantly chef Rosy took great care to ensure the specific needs of my child were accommodated. There was no stress, no need to explain, she managed it all. Allowing my wife and I to have a thoroughly relaxed meal.
85walker
April 8, 2025
The staff at this place were all super friendly and helpful. They offered great customer service. The room was nice enough if a little dated, could do with freshening up. However the price of the room was expensive and not value for money, especially as breakfast was not included!
JS7302
April 3, 2025
Visited here recently for afternoon tea and it was such a wonderful experience. The hotel is a lovely building steeped in history. The food and service was incredible. The owners and the staff made us feel very welcome and Michelle was an amazing host. The cakes were to die for! Thank you xxx
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Parking
Free
Luggage Storage
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Multi-Function Room
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Parking
Parking
Free
Business Services
Meeting Room
Wedding Service
Multi-Function Room
Front Desk Services
Luggage Storage
Front Desk with Limited Hours
Temporarily closed
Languages Spoken
English
Filipino
Hindi
Italian
Portuguese
Public Areas
No Smoking in Public Areas
Cleaning Services
Clothes Dryer
Accessibility
Handrails in Hallways
Handrails in Stairways
Stair-Free Property Entrance
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:30–21:00
Check-out: Before 10:30
Front desk hours: [Fri-Sun]15:30–21:00
If you will arrive outside of check-in hours, contact the property in advance
Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, extra beds cannot be added. Cot policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
Breakfast
StyleBoxed/packaged food
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact property |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Deposit Policy
DepositDeposit required
Pets
Pets are allowed on requestAdditional charge
Fee: £30.00 (approx. NZD 68.15) per pet per stay
Service Animals
Service animals are allowed on request
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 8
With a stay at The Thomas Paine, you'll be centrally located in Thetford, steps from Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life and within a 5-minute walk of Charles Burrell Museum. This hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Dad's Army Museum and 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Go Ape Thetford.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services. Additional amenities at this hotel include a communal living room, complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility, and a banquet hall.
Grab a bite to eat at Franklins Brasserie, a fine-dining restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). To-go breakfasts are available daily from 4:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Planning an event in Thetford? This hotel has 40 square feet (4 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Stay in one of 8 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services. Additional amenities at this hotel include a communal living room, complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility, and a banquet hall.
Grab a bite to eat at Franklins Brasserie, a fine-dining restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). To-go breakfasts are available daily from 4:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Planning an event in Thetford? This hotel has 40 square feet (4 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Stay in one of 8 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.