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The Maids Head Hotel

4.0 star property
Historic hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Courtyard
Junior Suite
Dining
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Bar
The current price is AU$238
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

Explore the area

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Tombland, Norwich, England, NR3 1LB
  • Place, Norwich Cathedral
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Norwich Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Carrow Road Stadium
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Double Room

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2

Executive Dog Room

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2

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Dog Friendly Executive Double

Dog Friendly Executive Double

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Single Room

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 1

Junior Suite

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Executive King Or Twin Room

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2

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Executive Double or Twin Room

Executive Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Norwich

The Maids Head Hotel puts you in the heart of Norwich, within steps of Norwich Cathedral and Elm Hill. Highlights at this historic hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and free use of bicycles. Full breakfast is available daily between 7 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. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a short walk of this 4-property class Norwich City Center hotel include Tombland and The Forum is within 15 minutes.

What's nearby

  • Norwich Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Norwich Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Norwich Theatre Royal - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carrow Road Stadium - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • University of East Anglia - 7 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Norwich Station - 11 min walk
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BrewDog Norwich - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Glass House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Wig and Pen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Ribs of Beef - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Merchant's House - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Maids Head Hotel

Historic hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 6 meeting rooms available. The business-friendly The Maids Head Hotel also features concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry services, and 24-hour room service. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Norwich hotel is smoke free.

  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1287
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Maids Head Hotel offers 84 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 10 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • WinePress at Wensum

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Free bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1287
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per night.

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 full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and from GBP 7.00 for children
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 10.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

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.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Maids Head
Maids Head Hotel
Maids Head Hotel Norwich
Maids Head Norwich
Maids Hotel
The Maids Head Hotel Hotel
The Maids Head Hotel Norwich
The Maids Head Hotel Hotel Norwich

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Maids Head Hotel?

The Maids Head Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Maids Head Hotel on 9 Nov 2025 start from AU$238.42, 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.

Is parking available at The Maids Head Hotel?

Yep, The Maids Head Hotel has an uncovered self car park for GBP 10.00 per night.

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

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Maids Head Hotel.

Does The Maids Head Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

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

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

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

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

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Maids Head Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at The Maids Head Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Reviews

The Maids Head Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 683 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Stayed here for wedding, on arrival we was surprised with complimentary upgrade wasn’t expecting this at all made the stay even more amazing. Everything was perfect would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean. Staff were friendly and helpful. Very close to town and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for 2 nights to attend a Family function in the area. We were delighted with our choice and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy, Penarth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time stay at this lovely hotel which is adjacent to Norwich Cathedral. Great breakfast, pricey evening meals mitigated by two restaurants less than 3 minutes walk away. Lots of stairs to contend with, visitors should be warned.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I of the two single rooms, 3rd floor was small and not as good as I would have expected. The 2nd floor single for the same price was much better appointed, hence the loss of one star
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming and clean. Great location for everything
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent, spacious, luxurious, clean. I had limited contact with the staff but they were helpful and polite. Whilst I realise it's a listed building the outside looks a little tired. Location is very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

8/10 Good

Will

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miss K

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coral, Alexandra Headland

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You cannot go round with the Maids Head when visiting Norwich. Brilliant location, great staff, convenient parking and loads of history. A+++++++++++++
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was totally unique. Our room was excellent with all the mod cons one would expect to see in a hotel room. The communal areas were very inviting. The breakfast was very good offering a bit of everything. All the staff we had dealings with were very helpful and pleasant. The hotel is situated in a prime position right by the cathedral. The castle, museum, shopping and restaurants and bars are all within walking distance. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

Room with a view

Fantastic experience at the Maid's Head Hotel. We arrived at 1pm to drop off a bag and the receptionist allowed us to check in early and showed us to the room. The room was beautiful, filled with beams and a view of the cathedral. Drink at the bar was very nice. Buffet breakfast was the best we have had, local produce and cooked very well. Service throughout our stay was superb
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peggy

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

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

Another great stay.

We’ve stayed at the Maids Head several times. It’s a great hotel, clean and comfortable. Breakfast is always great - lots of gluten free options. Gluten free toast is always provided. Choice of GF cereals, cooked breakfast was all clearly marked and our server was aware of which items were gf. Room was lovely and clean. There was a wedding there on our last stay, and the bar ran out of wine and the barman was not having a great time - he was clearly under pressure and not in the best mood. It didn’t spoil our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

Great place to stay and move around the city.

Great from beginning to end.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

TD

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

Old world charm, very comfortable

I booked this because I thought it was the best hotel in Norwich - I wasn't disappointed. Old world charm, plus a free tour in a Rolls-Royce.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Alliston

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was thoroughly enchanted by this hotel, old in history, but modern staff and service. The friendliness of the staff was truly appreciated. The opportunity to rest and socialize in a building of such historical warmth was truly a pleasure. Brian Gordon Sinclair Playwright
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fifth stay at the Maids Head and enjoyed every one. Rooms charming and comfortable, staff very friendly and extremely helpful. If staying in Norwich would never consider anywhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, nice friendly staff,
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrianne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing hotel. From arrival to departure the experience is exceptional. Such a relaxing time spent over a couple of days. Staff are friendly, professional and efficient without being intrusive. Rooms, food and service impeccable. The courtesy tour in a Bentley is an added bonus. There is a selection of comfortable areas to relax within the hotel community areas as well as a charming little pub worth a visit within the site.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025