The Kings Head Hotel

3.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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2 Holt Road, Dereham, England, NR20 5JB
  • Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse
    4 min drive
  • Kings Head Hotel
    1 min walk
  • Mid-Norfolk Railway Dereham
    10 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    27 min drive

Room options

Premier Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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
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. 119 out of 188 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 188 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 188 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 188 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 188 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful property that resides in the quiet and tranquil area of North Elmham. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the front of house staff member who was very pleasant, polite and helpful. We went up to our room, which upon opening the door, we were amazed at just how big the room was. Super king-sized bed and all the furniture made from solid wood. The bathroom was exceptionally spacious also. The bed was comfy, there were plenty of facilities (ironing board, iron, soap, body wash, tea & coffee, kettle, mirrors, hair dryer, fan etc), really quiet location, pleasant staff, clean, great food, all at a fantastic price. A well deserved 5 stars all round from me.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely food in the restaurant. Excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were a group of 4 cyclists touring Norfolk and this is a truly excellent place to stay. The staff were friendly and helpful, the food was very good - not pub food by any standards! - and the beer was also top notch. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

alison

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

10/10 Excellent

Tom

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

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Working Team attended and were very pleased with the accomodation
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal for business or pleasure
Excelent stay, I arrived after 9pm staff made me a wonderful sandwich as they had stopped serving food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024