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The Thomas Paine

3.5 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life

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In the heart of Thetford, The Thomas Paine Hotel offers a unique blend of history and charm. Enjoy dinner at the on-site restaurant, relax on the sun-kissed terrace or connect with friends over drinks at the bar. With high-speed WiFi, luggage storage and laundry facilities available.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Communal living room
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is £150
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov

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Luxury Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Luxury Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury plus room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Luxury plus room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
33 White Hart Street, Thomas Paine Hotel, Thetford, England, IP24 1AA

What's nearby

  • Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dad's Army Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Elveden Estate - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Snetterton Race Circuit - 12 min drive - 19.5 km
  • High Lodge Visitor Centre - 12 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Cambridge (CBG) - 35 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 55 min drive
  • Thetford Station - 5 min walk
  • Harling Road Station - 15 min drive
  • Brandon Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Red Lion (Wetherspoon) - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sainsbury's Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Thomas Paine

Located near a train station, The Thomas Paine is a great choice for a stay in Thetford. The cocktail bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Franklins Brasserie, which serves dinner.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Friday - Sunday (3:30 PM - 9:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • The restaurant is open from noon to 11 PM on Friday and Saturday, and from noon to 5 PM on Sunday.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Working away

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (40 square feet)

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Communal living room
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Memory-foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))

Food and drink

  • Fridge (on request)
  • Microwave (on request)

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Franklins Brasserie – This fine-dining restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Thomas Paine Hotel – On-site cocktail bar. Open selected days.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Late check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per day

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Historical Thomas Paine Hotel Thetford
Historical Thomas Paine Thetford
Historical Thomas Paine Thetf
The Thomas Paine Hotel
The Thomas Paine Thetford
Historical Thomas Paine Hotel
The Thomas Paine Hotel Thetford

Frequently asked questions

Does The Thomas Paine offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Thomas Paine does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Thomas Paine?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Thomas Paine?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Thomas Paine?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 20.00 (subject to availability).

What is there to do at The Thomas Paine and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life (1-min walk) and Charles Burrell Museum (3-min walk), along with Dad's Army Museum (6-min walk) and Go Ape Thetford (5.5 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near The Thomas Paine?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Franklins Brasserie.

What's the area around The Thomas Paine like?

The Thomas Paine is in the heart of Thetford, a short 5-minute walk from Thetford Station and 6 minutes' walk from Dad's Army Museum.

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