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The Kings Head Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Dereham with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Premier Suite, Ensuite | Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Premier Double Room, Ensuite

Premier Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite, Ensuite | Miscellaneous

Premier Suite, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed

Premier Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Heating
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Dereham

At The Kings Head Hotel you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Mid-Norfolk Railway - County School Station and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, barbecues and a picnic area. Added amenities include an outdoor tennis court, express check-out and wedding services. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Dereham hotel include Woad Centre and Dereham History & Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum.

What's nearby

  • Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • ROARR! Dinosaur Park - 16 min drive - 17.9 km
  • The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham - 19 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Norfolk Coast - 23 min drive - 31.0 km
  • University of East Anglia - 24 min drive - 34.7 km

Getting around

  • Mid-Norfolk Railway Dereham - 10 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Railway Arms - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Barn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Kings Head Hotel

Hotel in Dereham with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Kings Head Hotel also features barbecue grills, a picnic area, and express check-out. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Dereham hotel is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1776
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Kings Head Hotel offers 13 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead.

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 on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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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 transport

  • 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

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

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: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Google Pay and Apple Pay. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Kings Head Hotel?

Yep, The Kings Head Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kings Head Hotel?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kings Head Hotel on 9 Nov 2025 start from AU$202.66, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What makes The Kings Head Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Kings Head Hotel.

Does The Kings Head Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Kings Head Hotel?

No, The Kings Head Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Kings Head Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Kings Head Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Kings Head Hotel?

Cats and dogs are welcome at The Kings Head Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

Reviews

The Kings Head Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 218 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mervyn

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

Great comfortable night away.

Excellent attic room with very comfortable bed. Food and service excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Great hotel in a good location

Lovely hotel. Nice room and helpful staff. Great dog-friendly restaurant with good food. Really great location for exploring Norfolk by car
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kuangyi

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 3 nights, Friday to Monday, we paid over £100 per night. I feel a little generous giving it an average. - Room: The room we stayed on the first floor was large, but the furnishing was lacking and looked dated. There was a huge area of water mark (about 50 x 50 cm) on the corner just above the bed. Not pleasant to look at, and we wonder why they can't just paint it over... There was no luggage rack so we have to put it on the floor and bend over to get things in/out of it. Cleanness was okay, but nothing made me feel it was well looked after. - Bathroom: Pretty basic. There were only 2 hooks at the back of the toilet door, nowhere to place change clothes, nor a place for face wash or own shampoo in the shower unit. - Breakfast: It is NOT a B&B so we had to pay £7.5 for a continental breakfast, or ~£10.50 for cooked (weekends only). As there was very little option around, paying for breakfast was a choice out of no choice... To be fair, the food wasn't bad. - Meals: Same as above, because there was little option around, we ended up having 2 dinners there. Again, food was okay (we had burgers and Sunday roasts). - Noise: They had a beer garden just under our window. There was no limit to the hours and 2 parties were still chatting after 11pm on one night. Overall, we felt the place had better facilities in the pub downstairs than the rooms. It is probably better positioned as a pub with rooms, not a 3-star hotel. A word to the owner? Some TLC pls.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Janine

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Would recommend

Staff friendly and very efficient. Rooms in grounds not soundproof.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great members of staff, clean and comfortable rooms, very good food.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

REG

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
FOOD IS REALLY GOOD AS WAS THE PRICE BIT EXPENSIVE FOR DRINKS STAFF WERE VGOOD WOULD STAY AGAIN
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location wise this will not be for everyone as it is a little secluded, but for those whom are looking for a base to use that isn't Town / City centre it is ideal, beautiful setting with friendly and welcoming staff; this was my second stay in as many months and although not my usual choice of hotel (usually boutique / luxury hotels) I found myself submerged in the "quiet charm" of the hotel and staff; I would also add that the beds (mattress topper / linen) is worth of any 5* hotel that I have stayed in; so comfortable with a wonderfully sized bed. Yes, there are a few elements that could do with updating but this is reflected in the price and my usually very picky self found this all part of the charm / stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail, South Luffenham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second stay here, clean well decorated bedroom of a good size (Room9). Quiet as on the upper floor. Good pub menu with generous portions. It was nice weather so sat outside with a drink before going in to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHAWN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing chef
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Average

Average, noisy room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Business traveller
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 traveller
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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