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The Kings Head Hotel

3.0 star property

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Premier Suite, Ensuite | Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

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2 Holt Road, Dereham, England, NR20 5JB
  • Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • ROARR! Dinosaur Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Premier Double Room, Ensuite | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Premier Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premier Suite, Ensuite | Miscellaneous

Premier Suite, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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About this property

The Kings Head Hotel

3-star Dereham hotel with restaurant
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and an outdoor tennis court. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, wedding services, and barbecue grills are onsite.
The Kings Head Hotel offers 13 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor tennis court.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Dereham hotel also offers barbecue grills, a picnic area, and express check-out. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

The Kings Head Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.
The Kings Head Hotel has a restaurant on site.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 8 to 11 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1776
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 10:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 8 to 11 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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The Kings Head Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 197 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Paul

Business traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food the service was prompt and friendly . Room was excellent size and furnishings . Will return here
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room. Staff friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kings Hotel Holt Road Dereham just beautiful

From the moment we arrived we were made very welcome by all the staff The Hotel is beautiful with original features etc It has a bowling green at the rear & ample parking We had rooms that were across from the main hotel which suited us 4 ladies as none of us are under 60 yrs ,( oldest being 82 yrs ) so not having a flight of stairs to climb was fantastic We had our own entrance to our rooms so having another door you could lock was very reassuring ( room no.11&12 ) The beds were very comfy & the rooms were well heated & roomy The showers were extra large with lovely soft towels The welcome tea tray was well stocked & they also left biscuits which was an extra little touch They had thought of everything you could possibly need We had continental breakfast the next morning with ham, cheese’s , boiled eggs, toast, cereals, muffins, fresh fruit & yoghurt (weekday is continental £7.50 weekends all the above plus a cooked breakfast choice £10.50 ) We did not have an evening meal or use the bar as we were on the Polar express experience at 6pm Lovely Hotel we shall be returning in the future as we go to North Norfolk frequently We spent the next morning shopping in Dereham town centre which we had never visited before very charming & some lovely individual shops 10/10 from all of us
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly and helpful. Our room, large, comfortable and warm. Loads of hot water. We stayed 3 nights mid week eating in on 2. The bar was friendly with the locals easy to talk with, whilst the barman kept us all amused with his ‘young person’s’ views on life and good humouredly took all the ribbing directed his way. Continental breakfast only, except weekends when it’s cooked, but there’s a fabulous old post office a 5 minute walk away with cheerful staff and a good choice of breakfast dishes. Thankyou.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxed Comfortable Stay

Comfortable hotel with good food and good selection of beers on tap. Relaxed atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good food, quick and staff pleasant. Rooms old but well looked after and warm. Breakfast lovely so much choice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy free parking, amazing food, friendly staff, the breakfast was very good, bed was very comfortable. Will book again!

8/10 Good

SCOTT

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An old coaching in with that character. Annex room superb. Food both dinner and breakfast lovely and all staff friendly and efficient. Book direct and breakfast is free.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wow, what a gem of a find.

We stayed on 9th Sept 2024. The room was as advertised with a spacious king size bed, everything was clean and neat. The late afternoon started with a few cask ales, all in good condition. My wife enjoyed her G&Ts. What made it special was a combination of the interactions from the staff; engaging, helpful, courteous and at times a respectful witty banter. The 'cherry on the cake' was the food, absolutely marvellous. The homemade pate was spot on it had a smooth and creamy texture with a wonderful flavour and the steaks were cooked to perfection (rare). Of course we had to have dessert to help soak up the wine, a nice reserva Rioja, it all rounded off a very pleasant evening before we succumbed to the comfort of a lovely king size bed with cosy bed linen. We opted for a continental breakfast, which offered plenty of choice to set us up for the day ahead.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Holly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An off the cuff decision to stay here but we really enjoyed it. Friendly staff, tasty food, nice beer garden and a nice clean and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent dinner. Spacious room.Friendly service. Stairs quite steep, not sure if there’s a lift? Breakfast was average.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Nick

Liked: Room comfort

Value for money.

We were well looked after by friendly personnel. Property is a little tired in places butdies not detract from a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay

We had a fantastic stay. Big comfortable bed. Outstanding breakfast with really helpful staff. Only downside was a very used ashtray on the ground in the communal entryway we shared with our neighbours. Clearly hadn’t been emptied in a while. Although this is better than cigarette butts on the floor. Just not pleasant to see.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property and staff with food wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing ok for reasons I chose it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nigel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff.The room was large and well furnished with a very large comfortable bed. The bathroom was clean. Being an old property, there were some cobwebs. Teh wifi was not good for us. The hotel is at a road junction with some traffic noise. Friday night was live music downstairs until 11.45 and then activity until 2.00am - ask about it in advance if you are a light sleeper.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Comfortable bed, could probablly do with more staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024