The Kings Head Country Hotel
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About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include wedding services, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this bed & breakfast include wedding services, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center and luggage storage. Event facilities at this bed & breakfast consist of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At The Kings Head Country Hotel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 guestrooms.
Location
With a stay at The Kings Head Country Hotel in King's Lynn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Sandringham House and Bircham Windmill. This bed & breakfast is 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Houghton Hall and 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Snettisham Park.
What's nearby
Bircham Windmill(0.9 miles)
Houghton Hall(3.3 miles)
Snettisham Park(5.2 miles)
Norfolk Coast(5.8 miles)
Sandringham House(6.2 miles)
Courtyard Farm(6.3 miles)
Sandringham Country Park(6.3 miles)
Norfolk Lavender(6.7 miles)
Wild Ken Hill(6.7 miles)
RSPB Titchwell Marsh(8.6 miles)
Brancaster Activity Centre(8.6 miles)
Royal West Norfolk Golf Club(8.7 miles)
The Royal Station(8.7 miles)
Titchwell Marsh Nature Reserve(8.7 miles)
Stubborn Sand(8.9 miles)
The preferred airport for The Kings Head Country Hotel is Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)(34.4 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Business Center
Room Service
Housekeeping
Location
Great Bircham, Great Bircham, England, United Kingdom
Bircham Windmill (0.9 miles)
Houghton Hall (3.3 miles)
Snettisham Park (5.2 miles)
Norfolk Coast (5.8 miles)
Sandringham House (6.2 miles)
Courtyard Farm (6.3 miles)
Guest reviews
8.5
Very good
Based on 566 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
23%
Couple
76%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across recent reviews of The Kings Head Country Hotel, guests repeatedly praise the friendly, welcoming staff, comfortable rooms, and especially enjoyable breakfasts and dinners, while noting handy parking and a pleasant countryside location convenient for Sandringham and exploring north Norfolk.
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What guests think
Across recent reviews of The Kings Head Country Hotel, guests repeatedly praise the friendly, welcoming staff, comfortable rooms, and especially enjoyable breakfasts and dinners, while noting handy parking and a pleasant countryside location convenient for Sandringham and exploring north Norfolk.
Cleanliness is rated highly, though several reviews report maintenance issues such as slow-draining showers, hot water delays or outages, and tired window seals. Some guests experienced very warm rooms and the lack of air conditioning, plus occasional noise in certain rooms and limited reception hours. However, several reviews note the restaurant closed on some days due to staffing, occasional breakfast service strain, and limited vegan options. Expect a friendly, comfortable country stay with standout breakfasts, but check room specifics and dining availability.
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Facilities
Guests mention easy, safe parking, a well-run bar, outdoor seating, and dog-friendly areas. Some note a lack of air conditioning, reception closing after 10 pm, and an isolated fire-alarm or bar-hours issue.
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Paul
Jul 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A fantastic professional hotel with good facilities and excellent service
A fantastic professional hotel with good facilities and excellent service
10
Richard
Jul 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very welcoming well run hotel, clean good sized room with comfortable bed and pleasant countryside view. Outdoor areas were easily accessible with a choice of indoor or outdoor dining. No issues if you have a family dog with you . Staff were very pleasant and accommodating. Thoroughly enjoyed the excellent menu and the manner of the food.
Very welcoming well run hotel, clean good sized room with comfortable bed and pleasant countryside view. Outdoor areas were easily accessible with a choice of indoor or outdoor dining. No issues if you have a family dog with you . Staff were very pleasant and accommodating. Thoroughly enjoyed the excellent menu and the manner of the food.
10
Kathleen
Dec 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff, easy parking, lovely breakfast, nice room
Great staff, easy parking, lovely breakfast, nice room
10
Carole
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely, comfortable hotel. They made us feel welcome from the minute we arrived. The bar and restaurant food were very good and the service was excellent. The bedroom and bathroom were spacious. The bed was comfortable. No buffet breakfast, thank goodness, there is a breakfast menu which should suit most people.
Lovely, comfortable hotel. They made us feel welcome from the minute we arrived. The bar and restaurant food were very good and the service was excellent. The bedroom and bathroom were spacious. The bed was comfortable. No buffet breakfast, thank goodness, there is a breakfast menu which should suit most people.
10
Peter
Nov 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A wonderful stay, friendly staff, comfortable clean room with very large bed. Amazing breakfasts and evening food. Safe parking and lovely location. Only minor issue was it was advertised on Expedia as separate shower and bath when in fact it was shower over bath. Thank you for looking after us.
A wonderful stay, friendly staff, comfortable clean room with very large bed. Amazing breakfasts and evening food. Safe parking and lovely location. Only minor issue was it was advertised on Expedia as separate shower and bath when in fact it was shower over bath. Thank you for looking after us.
6
Stephen
Jun 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel and room good with plenty of parking. But restaurant not open and not much alternative locally. Also we had problems because we came in towards end of breakfast service. Sorted OK. But overall not the best.
Hotel and room good with plenty of parking. But restaurant not open and not much alternative locally. Also we had problems because we came in towards end of breakfast service. Sorted OK. But overall not the best.
8
Stephanie
Dec 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel very modern decor for a Country House hotel. Staff were all brilliant. Special mention for the chef who we didn't see but produced consistently great food. Our room was in the front of the hotel so there was a bit of noisy, probably tractor, activity around 430am really not a busy road though. The only very slight issue was the water wasn't very hot. There were lots of (well behaved) dogs both staying and using the bar which was great for us but may not suit everyone.
Lovely hotel very modern decor for a Country House hotel. Staff were all brilliant. Special mention for the chef who we didn't see but produced consistently great food. Our room was in the front of the hotel so there was a bit of noisy, probably tractor, activity around 430am really not a busy road though. The only very slight issue was the water wasn't very hot. There were lots of (well behaved) dogs both staying and using the bar which was great for us but may not suit everyone.
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P
Mar 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We enjoyed our stay. The staff were friendly and helpful. Everything in the hotel worked as irt should. The food ws good and the bar well organised. We would recommend this hotel to anyone wishing to stay in this area.
We enjoyed our stay. The staff were friendly and helpful. Everything in the hotel worked as irt should. The food ws good and the bar well organised. We would recommend this hotel to anyone wishing to stay in this area.
10
Caroline
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a wonderful stay at the Kings Head Hotel. The staff were so friendly and helpful. We had dinner and breakfast and the food was wonderful. The only problem we had was that the bedroom was so hot. A fan was in the room, but it was impossible to sleep. Would definitely recommend this beautiful hotel.
We had a wonderful stay at the Kings Head Hotel. The staff were so friendly and helpful. We had dinner and breakfast and the food was wonderful. The only problem we had was that the bedroom was so hot. A fan was in the room, but it was impossible to sleep. Would definitely recommend this beautiful hotel.
8
Sharon
Aug 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A nice hotel, but the plumbing in Room 109 was a bit temperamental. The shower took ages to drain and it wasn’t possible to use the bath because of this slow draining issue. We told Reception who sent maintenance to look at it. The same problem occurred again, so we gave up. Nobody is on Reception after 10pm, so you have to let yourself in at the back door. There was no air conditioning, but a fan was provided. Be aware that Room 109 has some noisy electrical equipment outside, so that’s going to disturb your sleep if you have the window open (due to lack of air conditioning). Room 109 is at the edge of the building, so you’ll hear the traffic going to the car park, the road noise and the noise from the people drinking outside. There is no fridge in the room, so the bottled water was warm. Ice was provided when we asked, but it melted quickly as the room was so hot. A comfortable, good sized bed and, apart from all the points above, an otherwise comfortable stay. No decent vegan options on the menu. The avocado for breakfast has seen better days. Portions were small for the price paid (even though breakfast was included).
A nice hotel, but the plumbing in Room 109 was a bit temperamental. The shower took ages to drain and it wasn’t possible to use the bath because of this slow draining issue. We told Reception who sent maintenance to look at it. The same problem occurred again, so we gave up. Nobody is on Reception after 10pm, so you have to let yourself in at the back door. There was no air conditioning, but a fan was provided. Be aware that Room 109 has some noisy electrical equipment outside, so that’s going to disturb your sleep if you have the window open (due to lack of air conditioning). Room 109 is at the edge of the building, so you’ll hear the traffic going to the car park, the road noise and the noise from the people drinking outside. There is no fridge in the room, so the bottled water was warm. Ice was provided when we asked, but it melted quickly as the room was so hot. A comfortable, good sized bed and, apart from all the points above, an otherwise comfortable stay. No decent vegan options on the menu. The avocado for breakfast has seen better days. Portions were small for the price paid (even though breakfast was included).
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe rooms and public areas as very clean or spotless. A number also report maintenance problems, including slow-draining baths/showers, intermittent hot water, and failed window seals or minor TLC needs.
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Andrew
Jan 8, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room and good food
Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room and good food
10
Carole
Jul 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel doesn’t disappoint. The staff are not just efficient and friendly but happy doing their jobs, whatever they do. That reflects back onto the experience of staying here. The room we stayed in was spacious, clean and so comfortable. The restaurant is well organised with plenty of menu choice including vegetarian food. Breakfast is from a menu and individually prepared, thank goodness there’s no buffet. We felt quite spoilt with the attention we received. This is our second stay in this hotel and we will definitely return.
This hotel doesn’t disappoint. The staff are not just efficient and friendly but happy doing their jobs, whatever they do. That reflects back onto the experience of staying here. The room we stayed in was spacious, clean and so comfortable. The restaurant is well organised with plenty of menu choice including vegetarian food. Breakfast is from a menu and individually prepared, thank goodness there’s no buffet. We felt quite spoilt with the attention we received. This is our second stay in this hotel and we will definitely return.
10
Peter
Nov 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A wonderful stay, friendly staff, comfortable clean room with very large bed. Amazing breakfasts and evening food. Safe parking and lovely location. Only minor issue was it was advertised on Expedia as separate shower and bath when in fact it was shower over bath. Thank you for looking after us.
A wonderful stay, friendly staff, comfortable clean room with very large bed. Amazing breakfasts and evening food. Safe parking and lovely location. Only minor issue was it was advertised on Expedia as separate shower and bath when in fact it was shower over bath. Thank you for looking after us.
10
John
Nov 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff very friendly and helpful room was spotless everything to a very high standard. Would definitely stay again.
Staff very friendly and helpful room was spotless everything to a very high standard. Would definitely stay again.
10
lorette
Mar 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
lovely clean bright and airy comfortable room had a breakfast and dinner lovely very accommodating hotel
lovely clean bright and airy comfortable room had a breakfast and dinner lovely very accommodating hotel
10
Janice
Jan 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What an amazing hotel everything about it was excellent. Food was amazing and the standard room we stayed in was spotless. Very friendly staff defo booking and going back next New Year’s Eve !
What an amazing hotel everything about it was excellent. Food was amazing and the standard room we stayed in was spotless. Very friendly staff defo booking and going back next New Year’s Eve !
8
Terence
Mar 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice hotel, room furniture recently painted, needed a little TLC in other areas. Breakfast plentiful and host (owner) very friendly and informative on places to visit.
Very nice hotel, room furniture recently painted, needed a little TLC in other areas. Breakfast plentiful and host (owner) very friendly and informative on places to visit.
10
Christine
Apr 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice hotel, very friendly staff food excellent. Very clean and tidy nice decor rooms spacious and well equipped.
Nice hotel, very friendly staff food excellent. Very clean and tidy nice decor rooms spacious and well equipped.
8
Peter
Nov 18, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Service was excellent and a very good breakfast. We could not see clearly out of windows due to the sealed units being gone. Ideal for visiting north Norfolk.
Service was excellent and a very good breakfast. We could not see clearly out of windows due to the sealed units being gone. Ideal for visiting north Norfolk.
10
d
Aug 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and helpful staff. Clean and comfortable hotel would happily recommend to others
Very friendly and helpful staff. Clean and comfortable hotel would happily recommend to others
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Rooms
Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable with big beds and modernized decor, and some have countryside views. Several mention very warm rooms with only a fan, occasional noise in certain locations, and configuration details like shower-over-bath instead of a separate shower.
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Kathleen
Dec 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff, easy parking, lovely breakfast, nice room
Great staff, easy parking, lovely breakfast, nice room
10
Carole
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely, comfortable hotel. They made us feel welcome from the minute we arrived. The bar and restaurant food were very good and the service was excellent. The bedroom and bathroom were spacious. The bed was comfortable. No buffet breakfast, thank goodness, there is a breakfast menu which should suit most people.
Lovely, comfortable hotel. They made us feel welcome from the minute we arrived. The bar and restaurant food were very good and the service was excellent. The bedroom and bathroom were spacious. The bed was comfortable. No buffet breakfast, thank goodness, there is a breakfast menu which should suit most people.
10
Peter
Nov 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A wonderful stay, friendly staff, comfortable clean room with very large bed. Amazing breakfasts and evening food. Safe parking and lovely location. Only minor issue was it was advertised on Expedia as separate shower and bath when in fact it was shower over bath. Thank you for looking after us.
A wonderful stay, friendly staff, comfortable clean room with very large bed. Amazing breakfasts and evening food. Safe parking and lovely location. Only minor issue was it was advertised on Expedia as separate shower and bath when in fact it was shower over bath. Thank you for looking after us.
8
Karen
May 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely large room, staff were very helpful and attentive. We booked an evening meal, the service and food were delicious.
Lovely large room, staff were very helpful and attentive. We booked an evening meal, the service and food were delicious.
8
Stephanie
Dec 30, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel very modern decor for a Country House hotel. Staff were all brilliant. Special mention for the chef who we didn't see but produced consistently great food. Our room was in the front of the hotel so there was a bit of noisy, probably tractor, activity around 430am really not a busy road though. The only very slight issue was the water wasn't very hot. There were lots of (well behaved) dogs both staying and using the bar which was great for us but may not suit everyone.
Lovely hotel very modern decor for a Country House hotel. Staff were all brilliant. Special mention for the chef who we didn't see but produced consistently great food. Our room was in the front of the hotel so there was a bit of noisy, probably tractor, activity around 430am really not a busy road though. The only very slight issue was the water wasn't very hot. There were lots of (well behaved) dogs both staying and using the bar which was great for us but may not suit everyone.
10
Stephen
Aug 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great bedroom really spacious.
Great bedroom really spacious.
8
Diane
Jul 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was very nice with a comfortable bed and everything we needed. Good to have a sofa and an armchair. Friendly young man on reception when we arrived. However, breakfast was not great. Limited staff who seemed stressed and unable to cope.
Our room was very nice with a comfortable bed and everything we needed. Good to have a sofa and an armchair. Friendly young man on reception when we arrived. However, breakfast was not great. Limited staff who seemed stressed and unable to cope.
10
Christine
Apr 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice hotel, very friendly staff food excellent. Very clean and tidy nice decor rooms spacious and well equipped.
Nice hotel, very friendly staff food excellent. Very clean and tidy nice decor rooms spacious and well equipped.
10
Caroline
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a wonderful stay at the Kings Head Hotel. The staff were so friendly and helpful. We had dinner and breakfast and the food was wonderful. The only problem we had was that the bedroom was so hot. A fan was in the room, but it was impossible to sleep. Would definitely recommend this beautiful hotel.
We had a wonderful stay at the Kings Head Hotel. The staff were so friendly and helpful. We had dinner and breakfast and the food was wonderful. The only problem we had was that the bedroom was so hot. A fan was in the room, but it was impossible to sleep. Would definitely recommend this beautiful hotel.
8
Sharon
Aug 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A nice hotel, but the plumbing in Room 109 was a bit temperamental. The shower took ages to drain and it wasn’t possible to use the bath because of this slow draining issue. We told Reception who sent maintenance to look at it. The same problem occurred again, so we gave up. Nobody is on Reception after 10pm, so you have to let yourself in at the back door. There was no air conditioning, but a fan was provided. Be aware that Room 109 has some noisy electrical equipment outside, so that’s going to disturb your sleep if you have the window open (due to lack of air conditioning). Room 109 is at the edge of the building, so you’ll hear the traffic going to the car park, the road noise and the noise from the people drinking outside. There is no fridge in the room, so the bottled water was warm. Ice was provided when we asked, but it melted quickly as the room was so hot. A comfortable, good sized bed and, apart from all the points above, an otherwise comfortable stay. No decent vegan options on the menu. The avocado for breakfast has seen better days. Portions were small for the price paid (even though breakfast was included).
A nice hotel, but the plumbing in Room 109 was a bit temperamental. The shower took ages to drain and it wasn’t possible to use the bath because of this slow draining issue. We told Reception who sent maintenance to look at it. The same problem occurred again, so we gave up. Nobody is on Reception after 10pm, so you have to let yourself in at the back door. There was no air conditioning, but a fan was provided. Be aware that Room 109 has some noisy electrical equipment outside, so that’s going to disturb your sleep if you have the window open (due to lack of air conditioning). Room 109 is at the edge of the building, so you’ll hear the traffic going to the car park, the road noise and the noise from the people drinking outside. There is no fridge in the room, so the bottled water was warm. Ice was provided when we asked, but it melted quickly as the room was so hot. A comfortable, good sized bed and, apart from all the points above, an otherwise comfortable stay. No decent vegan options on the menu. The avocado for breakfast has seen better days. Portions were small for the price paid (even though breakfast was included).
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Service
Service is widely praised as warm, professional, and attentive across the hotel and restaurant. A few report communication issues during outages and occasional breakfast service strain linked to staffing.
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kenneth Arthur William
Aug 2, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This was an amazing hotel with service from the owners second to none. Nothing was too much trouble and we wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again. Food was excellent, wonderful chef. We felt thoroughly spoiled, by all staff. It was lovely to come back to after a day out.
This was an amazing hotel with service from the owners second to none. Nothing was too much trouble and we wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again. Food was excellent, wonderful chef. We felt thoroughly spoiled, by all staff. It was lovely to come back to after a day out.
10
Andrew
Jan 8, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room and good food
Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room and good food
10
Carole
Jul 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel doesn’t disappoint. The staff are not just efficient and friendly but happy doing their jobs, whatever they do. That reflects back onto the experience of staying here. The room we stayed in was spacious, clean and so comfortable. The restaurant is well organised with plenty of menu choice including vegetarian food. Breakfast is from a menu and individually prepared, thank goodness there’s no buffet. We felt quite spoilt with the attention we received. This is our second stay in this hotel and we will definitely return.
This hotel doesn’t disappoint. The staff are not just efficient and friendly but happy doing their jobs, whatever they do. That reflects back onto the experience of staying here. The room we stayed in was spacious, clean and so comfortable. The restaurant is well organised with plenty of menu choice including vegetarian food. Breakfast is from a menu and individually prepared, thank goodness there’s no buffet. We felt quite spoilt with the attention we received. This is our second stay in this hotel and we will definitely return.
10
Peter
Nov 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A wonderful stay, friendly staff, comfortable clean room with very large bed. Amazing breakfasts and evening food. Safe parking and lovely location. Only minor issue was it was advertised on Expedia as separate shower and bath when in fact it was shower over bath. Thank you for looking after us.
A wonderful stay, friendly staff, comfortable clean room with very large bed. Amazing breakfasts and evening food. Safe parking and lovely location. Only minor issue was it was advertised on Expedia as separate shower and bath when in fact it was shower over bath. Thank you for looking after us.
10
John
Nov 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff very friendly and helpful room was spotless everything to a very high standard. Would definitely stay again.
Staff very friendly and helpful room was spotless everything to a very high standard. Would definitely stay again.
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ARTHUR
Nov 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The Food was of a good standard, the premises were very clean, and Joseph the barman/ waiter was charming. But we felt this was only an illusion of an hotel, there was no soul to it.The restaurant didn't open for lunch or dinner on the Monday that we stayed. We were assured that we would be able to get a drink in the bar after going out for Dinner, but on our return the hotel was in darkness and the bar locked up, this was only 9.30pm On both nights we stayed the fire alarms were triggered, and we had to wait at least 30 minutes for someone to come and turn them off. I thought it a very inhospitable experience
The Food was of a good standard, the premises were very clean, and Joseph the barman/ waiter was charming. But we felt this was only an illusion of an hotel, there was no soul to it.The restaurant didn't open for lunch or dinner on the Monday that we stayed. We were assured that we would be able to get a drink in the bar after going out for Dinner, but on our return the hotel was in darkness and the bar locked up, this was only 9.30pm On both nights we stayed the fire alarms were triggered, and we had to wait at least 30 minutes for someone to come and turn them off. I thought it a very inhospitable experience
10
Susan
Aug 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay got off to a great start with the lovely receptionist taking us to our room with a bottle of iced water which was most welcome after a long drive. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable with all the amenities we would expect. Dinner was superb. The wait staff were extremely polite and helpful. The bed was super comfy and the next morning we enjoyed a delicious breakfast with every need catered for by the lovely hosts. Would certainly recommend and go back for another stay.
Our stay got off to a great start with the lovely receptionist taking us to our room with a bottle of iced water which was most welcome after a long drive. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable with all the amenities we would expect. Dinner was superb. The wait staff were extremely polite and helpful. The bed was super comfy and the next morning we enjoyed a delicious breakfast with every need catered for by the lovely hosts. Would certainly recommend and go back for another stay.
10
STEPHEN
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were very friendly and helpfull. Food was great, room clean, quiet, and comfortable. All in all, would be hard to improve on.
Staff were very friendly and helpfull. Food was great, room clean, quiet, and comfortable. All in all, would be hard to improve on.
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Jennifer
Apr 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
There was no hot water for our last 3 days & no heating. Appreciate things break down but no communication. So no showers and cold in our room but nothing done to help even though we told manager. Very noisy music on Saturday pm and rowdy group at the bar Sat night. Our dining table was right by them. Small refund given for inconvenience re 2 days but should have been for 3. Will not stay here again. Bit of a ‘Fawlty Towers’!
There was no hot water for our last 3 days & no heating. Appreciate things break down but no communication. So no showers and cold in our room but nothing done to help even though we told manager. Very noisy music on Saturday pm and rowdy group at the bar Sat night. Our dining table was right by them. Small refund given for inconvenience re 2 days but should have been for 3. Will not stay here again. Bit of a ‘Fawlty Towers’!
10
Nicola
Jan 2, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful stay - lovely hotel - friendly staff- really comfortable beds and fantastic breakfast
Wonderful stay - lovely hotel - friendly staff- really comfortable beds and fantastic breakfast
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Location
Pleasant countryside setting that’s convenient for Sandringham and exploring north Norfolk. Options for nearby dining can be limited.
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Richard
Jul 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very welcoming well run hotel, clean good sized room with comfortable bed and pleasant countryside view. Outdoor areas were easily accessible with a choice of indoor or outdoor dining. No issues if you have a family dog with you . Staff were very pleasant and accommodating. Thoroughly enjoyed the excellent menu and the manner of the food.
Very welcoming well run hotel, clean good sized room with comfortable bed and pleasant countryside view. Outdoor areas were easily accessible with a choice of indoor or outdoor dining. No issues if you have a family dog with you . Staff were very pleasant and accommodating. Thoroughly enjoyed the excellent menu and the manner of the food.
10
Louise
Apr 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
So happy with my stay. Beautiful hotel in gorgeous surroundings. Staff were fantastic and extremely professional. Nothing was too much trouble. Food was outstanding as was the choice.
So happy with my stay. Beautiful hotel in gorgeous surroundings. Staff were fantastic and extremely professional. Nothing was too much trouble. Food was outstanding as was the choice.
8
Hazel
Sep 19, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It is very close to Sandringham which is why we chose to stay there but the nearest restaurant is a distance away so we ended up eating in the hotel’s restaurant each evening. Everything else was good
It is very close to Sandringham which is why we chose to stay there but the nearest restaurant is a distance away so we ended up eating in the hotel’s restaurant each evening. Everything else was good
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Michael
Sep 18, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff, food excellent. Great location for visiting Sandringham . Only disappointment was the overhead shower, having reported no hot water , although the attachment hose worked , Got told someone would look at it . No correspondence from the hotel management to the outcome . Next day overhead shower still no hot water . Shame it spoit the experience of staying at the Kings head .
Staff, food excellent. Great location for visiting Sandringham . Only disappointment was the overhead shower, having reported no hot water , although the attachment hose worked , Got told someone would look at it . No correspondence from the hotel management to the outcome . Next day overhead shower still no hot water . Shame it spoit the experience of staying at the Kings head .
10
Sue
Jul 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely place to stay , great staff and beautiful area
A lovely place to stay , great staff and beautiful area
10
Peter
Nov 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A wonderful stay, friendly staff, comfortable clean room with very large bed. Amazing breakfasts and evening food. Safe parking and lovely location. Only minor issue was it was advertised on Expedia as separate shower and bath when in fact it was shower over bath. Thank you for looking after us.
A wonderful stay, friendly staff, comfortable clean room with very large bed. Amazing breakfasts and evening food. Safe parking and lovely location. Only minor issue was it was advertised on Expedia as separate shower and bath when in fact it was shower over bath. Thank you for looking after us.
6
Stephen
Jun 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel and room good with plenty of parking. But restaurant not open and not much alternative locally. Also we had problems because we came in towards end of breakfast service. Sorted OK. But overall not the best.
Hotel and room good with plenty of parking. But restaurant not open and not much alternative locally. Also we had problems because we came in towards end of breakfast service. Sorted OK. But overall not the best.
10
Claire
Jul 3, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Friendly, hardworking and helpful staff. The room was clean and comforable. The food was excellent (and plentiful) and set in a great location.
Friendly, hardworking and helpful staff. The room was clean and comforable. The food was excellent (and plentiful) and set in a great location.
8
P
Mar 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We enjoyed our stay. The staff were friendly and helpful. Everything in the hotel worked as irt should. The food ws good and the bar well organised. We would recommend this hotel to anyone wishing to stay in this area.
We enjoyed our stay. The staff were friendly and helpful. Everything in the hotel worked as irt should. The food ws good and the bar well organised. We would recommend this hotel to anyone wishing to stay in this area.
8
Peter
Nov 18, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Service was excellent and a very good breakfast. We could not see clearly out of windows due to the sealed units being gone. Ideal for visiting north Norfolk.
Service was excellent and a very good breakfast. We could not see clearly out of windows due to the sealed units being gone. Ideal for visiting north Norfolk.
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently highlighted as excellent, and many enjoyed tasty dinners and a good menu. However, multiple reviews note the restaurant being closed on some days due to staff shortages, occasional breakfast service bottlenecks, and limited vegan choices.
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Carole
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely, comfortable hotel. They made us feel welcome from the minute we arrived. The bar and restaurant food were very good and the service was excellent. The bedroom and bathroom were spacious. The bed was comfortable. No buffet breakfast, thank goodness, there is a breakfast menu which should suit most people.
Lovely, comfortable hotel. They made us feel welcome from the minute we arrived. The bar and restaurant food were very good and the service was excellent. The bedroom and bathroom were spacious. The bed was comfortable. No buffet breakfast, thank goodness, there is a breakfast menu which should suit most people.
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Ricci
Apr 17, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice hotel to look at and spotlessly clean and attractive common areas. Struggling like many places for adequate staff so no supper available. Room cleaning on in between day was lacking usual expected service
Nice hotel to look at and spotlessly clean and attractive common areas. Struggling like many places for adequate staff so no supper available. Room cleaning on in between day was lacking usual expected service
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Amandeep
Aug 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A hotel with so much character, which has been modernised to provide a great experience. Staff were incredibly polite and helpful. Great range of breakfast and dinner menu supported by a wide range of drinks. 100% recommend this hotel if you decide to visit Norfolk.
A hotel with so much character, which has been modernised to provide a great experience. Staff were incredibly polite and helpful. Great range of breakfast and dinner menu supported by a wide range of drinks. 100% recommend this hotel if you decide to visit Norfolk.
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Peter
Nov 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
A wonderful stay, friendly staff, comfortable clean room with very large bed. Amazing breakfasts and evening food. Safe parking and lovely location. Only minor issue was it was advertised on Expedia as separate shower and bath when in fact it was shower over bath. Thank you for looking after us.
A wonderful stay, friendly staff, comfortable clean room with very large bed. Amazing breakfasts and evening food. Safe parking and lovely location. Only minor issue was it was advertised on Expedia as separate shower and bath when in fact it was shower over bath. Thank you for looking after us.
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Christopher
Nov 2, 2022
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Not your average country pub hotel, quite modern, very clean. Good breakfast menu, tasty food but unfortunately lunch and dining not available during our visit due to loss of the chef and staff shortages. Nevertheless, there are easily accessible restaurants around, and a nice stay all in all.
Not your average country pub hotel, quite modern, very clean. Good breakfast menu, tasty food but unfortunately lunch and dining not available during our visit due to loss of the chef and staff shortages. Nevertheless, there are easily accessible restaurants around, and a nice stay all in all.
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ARTHUR
Nov 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The Food was of a good standard, the premises were very clean, and Joseph the barman/ waiter was charming. But we felt this was only an illusion of an hotel, there was no soul to it.The restaurant didn't open for lunch or dinner on the Monday that we stayed. We were assured that we would be able to get a drink in the bar after going out for Dinner, but on our return the hotel was in darkness and the bar locked up, this was only 9.30pm On both nights we stayed the fire alarms were triggered, and we had to wait at least 30 minutes for someone to come and turn them off. I thought it a very inhospitable experience
The Food was of a good standard, the premises were very clean, and Joseph the barman/ waiter was charming. But we felt this was only an illusion of an hotel, there was no soul to it.The restaurant didn't open for lunch or dinner on the Monday that we stayed. We were assured that we would be able to get a drink in the bar after going out for Dinner, but on our return the hotel was in darkness and the bar locked up, this was only 9.30pm On both nights we stayed the fire alarms were triggered, and we had to wait at least 30 minutes for someone to come and turn them off. I thought it a very inhospitable experience
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Christopher
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is the second time I've been with my other half and it was just as enjoyable as the first. The customer service is beyond reproach and there's a friendliness to the staff that is much appreciated. The Cementing meal that I had was wonderful. I had pigeon breast followed by halibut and then cheese board. Also had a nice bottle of Charlie's a glad of port. I'm hoping to make this an annual trip
This is the second time I've been with my other half and it was just as enjoyable as the first. The customer service is beyond reproach and there's a friendliness to the staff that is much appreciated. The Cementing meal that I had was wonderful. I had pigeon breast followed by halibut and then cheese board. Also had a nice bottle of Charlie's a glad of port. I'm hoping to make this an annual trip
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Nicola
Jan 2, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful stay - lovely hotel - friendly staff- really comfortable beds and fantastic breakfast
Wonderful stay - lovely hotel - friendly staff- really comfortable beds and fantastic breakfast
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Caroline
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a wonderful stay at the Kings Head Hotel. The staff were so friendly and helpful. We had dinner and breakfast and the food was wonderful. The only problem we had was that the bedroom was so hot. A fan was in the room, but it was impossible to sleep. Would definitely recommend this beautiful hotel.
We had a wonderful stay at the Kings Head Hotel. The staff were so friendly and helpful. We had dinner and breakfast and the food was wonderful. The only problem we had was that the bedroom was so hot. A fan was in the room, but it was impossible to sleep. Would definitely recommend this beautiful hotel.
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Sharon
Aug 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A nice hotel, but the plumbing in Room 109 was a bit temperamental. The shower took ages to drain and it wasn’t possible to use the bath because of this slow draining issue. We told Reception who sent maintenance to look at it. The same problem occurred again, so we gave up. Nobody is on Reception after 10pm, so you have to let yourself in at the back door. There was no air conditioning, but a fan was provided. Be aware that Room 109 has some noisy electrical equipment outside, so that’s going to disturb your sleep if you have the window open (due to lack of air conditioning). Room 109 is at the edge of the building, so you’ll hear the traffic going to the car park, the road noise and the noise from the people drinking outside. There is no fridge in the room, so the bottled water was warm. Ice was provided when we asked, but it melted quickly as the room was so hot. A comfortable, good sized bed and, apart from all the points above, an otherwise comfortable stay. No decent vegan options on the menu. The avocado for breakfast has seen better days. Portions were small for the price paid (even though breakfast was included).
A nice hotel, but the plumbing in Room 109 was a bit temperamental. The shower took ages to drain and it wasn’t possible to use the bath because of this slow draining issue. We told Reception who sent maintenance to look at it. The same problem occurred again, so we gave up. Nobody is on Reception after 10pm, so you have to let yourself in at the back door. There was no air conditioning, but a fan was provided. Be aware that Room 109 has some noisy electrical equipment outside, so that’s going to disturb your sleep if you have the window open (due to lack of air conditioning). Room 109 is at the edge of the building, so you’ll hear the traffic going to the car park, the road noise and the noise from the people drinking outside. There is no fridge in the room, so the bottled water was warm. Ice was provided when we asked, but it melted quickly as the room was so hot. A comfortable, good sized bed and, apart from all the points above, an otherwise comfortable stay. No decent vegan options on the menu. The avocado for breakfast has seen better days. Portions were small for the price paid (even though breakfast was included).
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Anthony
Jul 31, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Can’t speak highly enough of the staff who look after the guests this hotel. We had a lovely 2 night stay, the room was clean and comfortable and the staff were very keen to make sure we had an enjoyable stay. The food was very good too. Very highly recommended.
Can’t speak highly enough of the staff who look after the guests this hotel. We had a lovely 2 night stay, the room was clean and comfortable and the staff were very keen to make sure we had an enjoyable stay. The food was very good too. Very highly recommended.
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Linda
Jul 27, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent small hotel. Every amenity, helpful staff and good restaurant. Highly recommended.
Excellent small hotel. Every amenity, helpful staff and good restaurant. Highly recommended.
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Georgina
Jul 19, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely faultless from start to finish We had such a warm welcome on arrival and every member of staff was delightful and super friendly and helpful. Food was amazing - bar area served delicious drinks. Hotel and our rooms were absolutely spotless. Luxurious towels as well. This is a well run hotel and we can totally recommend this for a fabulous, restful stay. This was our second visit and we will definitely be returning.
Absolutely faultless from start to finish We had such a warm welcome on arrival and every member of staff was delightful and super friendly and helpful. Food was amazing - bar area served delicious drinks. Hotel and our rooms were absolutely spotless. Luxurious towels as well. This is a well run hotel and we can totally recommend this for a fabulous, restful stay. This was our second visit and we will definitely be returning.
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Carl
Jul 18, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location for visiting Sandringham
Great location for visiting Sandringham
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Stephen
Jul 13, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Very comfortable large room overlooking the courtyard. We had air con so that was fantastic though I know that is not available in all the bedrooms. Clean nicely decorated bedroom and large bathroom with plenty of space for toiletries etc. The staff always went above and beyond to offer their services. Always friendly and chatty. Beautifully presented freshly cooked breakfast. The meals in the evening were large and extremely satisfying and varied. Desserts were wonderful. There is obviously a very accomplished chef. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend a stay here or just an evening meal. Hope to come back again sometime
Very comfortable large room overlooking the courtyard. We had air con so that was fantastic though I know that is not available in all the bedrooms. Clean nicely decorated bedroom and large bathroom with plenty of space for toiletries etc. The staff always went above and beyond to offer their services. Always friendly and chatty. Beautifully presented freshly cooked breakfast. The meals in the evening were large and extremely satisfying and varied. Desserts were wonderful. There is obviously a very accomplished chef. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend a stay here or just an evening meal. Hope to come back again sometime
FAQs about The Kings Head Country Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, with limited spaces.
Is breakfast offered at the hotel?
Breakfast is available, and guests can enjoy breakfast in the room.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, subject to additional charges.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property has limited wheelchair accessibility, including designated areas. However, specific details on accessible rooms and facilities are not provided.
What is the location of the hotel in relation to nearby attractions?
The hotel is located in Great Bircham, approximately 1.4 km from Bircham Windmill, 5.4 km from Houghton Hall, and 9.3 km from Hunstanton Beach. It is well-connected to local attractions.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although the specific age limit is not mentioned.
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- 2026-10-11: 161.90721622009278USD
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- 2026-10-28: 188.8917433959961USD
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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