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The Thomas Paine

3.5 star property
Comfortable hotel, walk to Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life

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Luxury plus room
Dinner served
Luxury plus room | Bathroom
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Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Laundry
    LaundryLaundry
  • Room service
    Room serviceRoom service
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly

Check-in time

3:30 PM

Check-out time

10:30 AM

Explore the area

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33 White Hart Street, Thomas Paine Hotel, Thetford, England, IP24 1AA
  • Popular LocationDad's Army Museum6 min walk
  • Popular LocationElveden Estate6 min drive
  • Popular LocationHigh Lodge Visitor Centre12 min drive
  • AirportNorwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)55 min drive

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Luxury Double Room

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury plus room

Luxury plus room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Tempur-Pedic bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Thetford

The Thomas Paine puts you in the heart of Thetford, within steps of Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life and Charles Burrell Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Thomas Paine is open for dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. To-go breakfast is available daily. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Thetford hotel include Dad's Army Museum and Brandon Country Park.

What's nearby

  • Charles Burrell Museum - 3 min walk
  • Dad's Army Museum - 6 min walk
  • Elveden Estate - 6 min drive
  • High Lodge Visitor Centre - 12 min drive
  • Snetterton Race Circuit - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Thetford Station - 5 min walk
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Croxton Fish Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Norfolk Terrier - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chase - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Thomas Paine

Comfortable hotel, walk to Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 40 square feet (4 square metres) and includes conference space. The Thomas Paine also features a terrace, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property.

This 3.5-star Thetford hotel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 40 sq ft of conference space
  • 4 sq. m of conference space
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Thomas Paine offers 8 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and portable fans. Microwaves, fridges and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Italian, Portuguese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily breakfast to-go available for a fee: GBP 7.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Thomas Paine

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 40 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer on request
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 10.00 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00

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
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, 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.

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: from approximately GBP 7.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 10.00 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00 (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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Thomas Paine?

The Thomas Paine offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Thomas Paine?

Yep, The Thomas Paine has a free self car park.

Does The Thomas Paine serve breakfast?

You bet, to-go breakfast is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Thomas Paine?

No, The Thomas Paine does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Thomas Paine?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant. The dining venue is closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Thomas Paine?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

The Thomas Paine Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 133 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 133 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 133 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 133 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 133 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Will

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
After returning to the area after 16 years, we chose this hotel for the personal touch over other chain options. The hotel's staff was amazing and accomodating. They provided great service and every meal was delicious. The Thomas Paine Museum was of special interest and full of information for this history buff. We cant wait to book our next trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Nicholas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The room needs decorating, the pillows need replacing and the windows need replacing, preferably with double glazing to reduce the noise from the busy road outside.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Petet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel. A real find
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful stay
Great friendly welcome by Gez and his team - Very friendly, professional service and attention. Room fantastic, drinks great, Goat curry - the best!!! Will be back just for the food and drinks available and attentive staff/friends
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice building.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

david

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed overnight while going to a gig in Thetford forest. The owner and his wife and staff were perfect hosts, very friendly and helpful. Enjoyed our meal and drinks. Atmosphere relaved and freiedly. Would definately stay again and happy to reconmend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff here were super friendly but my goodness, the noisy from midnight until 2 in the morning from the washing machines was terrible, an awful Sunday night
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Owner and staff welcoming and attentive. Absolutely lovely room with everything you need in the bathroom. Good choice of menu at reasonable prices and cooked to perfection. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023