The Old Rectory Hotel
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About this property
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a picnic area.
Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a picnic area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of The Old Rectory Hotel. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms.
Location
Located in Norwich, The Old Rectory Hotel is within a 15-minute drive of Norfolk Broads and University of East Anglia. This hotel is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Catton Park and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from City of Norwich Aviation Museum.
What's nearby
Norfolk Broads(0.8 miles)
Catton Park(3.1 miles)
City of Norwich Aviation Museum(3.6 miles)
Sewell Barn Theatre(3.7 miles)
Mousehold Heath(4.1 miles)
Wensum Park(4.5 miles)
The Space(4.5 miles)
Norwich Puppet Theatre(4.7 miles)
Magdalen Street(4.7 miles)
Elm Hill(4.9 miles)
Salhouse Broad(5 miles)
Tombland(5 miles)
Norwich Cathedral(5 miles)
David Lloyd Leisure(5 miles)
The Great Hospital(5.1 miles)
The preferred airport for The Old Rectory Hotel is Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)(5.4 miles)
Parking
Swimming pool
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Dry Cleaning
Housekeeping
Location
North Walsham Road, Crostwick, Norfolk, Crostwick, England, United Kingdom
Norfolk Broads (0.8 miles)
Catton Park (3.1 miles)
City of Norwich Aviation Museum (3.6 miles)
Sewell Barn Theatre (3.7 miles)
Mousehold Heath (4.1 miles)
Wensum Park (4.5 miles)
Guest reviews
8.6
Fabulous
Based on 490 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
23%
Couple
36%
Family
21%
Group
14%
Solo
4%
What guests think
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At Old Rectory Hotel, Crostwick, travellers consistently praise the warm, attentive staff and comfortable rooms, while noting the characterful property feels a little dated and some rooms have small TVs or weaker showers.
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What guests think
At Old Rectory Hotel, Crostwick, travellers consistently praise the warm, attentive staff and comfortable rooms, while noting the characterful property feels a little dated and some rooms have small TVs or weaker showers.
Many enjoyed the heated outdoor pool and ample parking, though a few arrived to find the pool closed. The location is convenient for Norwich, Wroxham and the Broads, but the busy road outside limits walking. Breakfast is widely praised, and most diners had good meals, though some found the evening menu limited or average. Expect a friendly, comfortable stay with traditional charm and some dated touches.
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Facilities
Guests frequently highlight the heated outdoor pool and well kept grounds, with ample on site parking. A few noted the pool was closed during some stays.
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Marek
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was located in a quiet area With good parking The food was excellent although an offering of fresh fruit for breakfast would of been appreciated The bed and room was comfortable
The hotel was located in a quiet area With good parking The food was excellent although an offering of fresh fruit for breakfast would of been appreciated The bed and room was comfortable
10
Vikki
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed at this hotel for one night in August, the room was lovely and comfortable and they were able to accommodate our 2 children on Z-Beds in the same room- this was very much appreciated. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, lovely ladies serving the breakfast too. The swimming pool is such a lovely addition, heated to a nice temperature. We will definitely be coming back!
We stayed at this hotel for one night in August, the room was lovely and comfortable and they were able to accommodate our 2 children on Z-Beds in the same room- this was very much appreciated. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, lovely ladies serving the breakfast too. The swimming pool is such a lovely addition, heated to a nice temperature. We will definitely be coming back!
10
Lynn
Oct 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely setting, excellent breakfast,lovely friendly staff. Only disappointment, booked as had a pool arrived to find it was closed,wish it had said in details .
Lovely setting, excellent breakfast,lovely friendly staff. Only disappointment, booked as had a pool arrived to find it was closed,wish it had said in details .
10
Andres
Oct 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean hotel with free parking and very nice breakfast.
Very clean hotel with free parking and very nice breakfast.
10
Samantha
Aug 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Superb hotel, friendly staff. Lovely heated pool. Lovely bedrooms, albeit dated but very comfortable bed and good night's sleep. Could upgrade tv. Wonderful food in the restaurant for breakfast and dinner. Would definitely stay again.
Superb hotel, friendly staff. Lovely heated pool. Lovely bedrooms, albeit dated but very comfortable bed and good night's sleep. Could upgrade tv. Wonderful food in the restaurant for breakfast and dinner. Would definitely stay again.
10
Nigel
Jun 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely welcome Owner is very attentive Rooms nice Heated outdoor pool 😂
Lovely welcome Owner is very attentive Rooms nice Heated outdoor pool 😂
10
katherine
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved our stay especially the pool. Staff friendly. Very clean and really nice breakfast!
Loved our stay especially the pool. Staff friendly. Very clean and really nice breakfast!
8
Rashid
Jun 28, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Overall it was quite good except that the room was a bit small for it to be a family room for 4 as it seemed like the 2 single beds were just placed in the room wherever there was any space. The location was good and the gardens were well maintained. The breakfast was excellent.
Overall it was quite good except that the room was a bit small for it to be a family room for 4 as it seemed like the 2 single beds were just placed in the room wherever there was any space. The location was good and the gardens were well maintained. The breakfast was excellent.
8
DAVID
Sep 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were very caring and attentive. Nothing too much trouble. Good car parking and very safe grounds. 10 minutes by road to Wroxham. All accommodation on ground floor. Staff very polite, jovial, well just great.
The staff were very caring and attentive. Nothing too much trouble. Good car parking and very safe grounds. 10 minutes by road to Wroxham. All accommodation on ground floor. Staff very polite, jovial, well just great.
8
Barbara
May 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Outdoor pool nice and warm. Friendly staff. Hotel dated but adequate as a 3 star. Nice breakfast. Would stay again.
Outdoor pool nice and warm. Friendly staff. Hotel dated but adequate as a 3 star. Nice breakfast. Would stay again.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe the hotel and rooms as very clean. Some also say the property looks dated in places and could use minor TLC.
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Denise
Mar 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable clean, food and service was amazing. I travel for work and this hotel beats most hand down! Worth a visit
Comfortable clean, food and service was amazing. I travel for work and this hotel beats most hand down! Worth a visit
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James
Jul 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Unfortunately the accomodation room we were given was not what we were expecting. It was in an older building and needed updating. We informed reception of our disappointment when we left and was advised that the rooms in the main building had been recently decorated and updated which obviously were the ones we had seen on the website. However,the food was excellent,staff were very welcoming and we would stay again.
Unfortunately the accomodation room we were given was not what we were expecting. It was in an older building and needed updating. We informed reception of our disappointment when we left and was advised that the rooms in the main building had been recently decorated and updated which obviously were the ones we had seen on the website. However,the food was excellent,staff were very welcoming and we would stay again.
8
Keith
Apr 14, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very basic, the telly was very small. Shower had incorrect shower head fitting so didnt fit in the holder properly you had to stand against the wall to shower. On arrival was shown room and told how to turn heating on, thought that as it was cold that this should have been done before we arrived, as room was very cold on arrival. Breakfast was ok, coffee from the machine was terrible. However for us the staff made this place nice, Lesley who checked us in was lovely. The whole place just needs some TLC a lick of paint, some new furnishings would do it the world of good, its all just a bit tired and dated.
The room was very basic, the telly was very small. Shower had incorrect shower head fitting so didnt fit in the holder properly you had to stand against the wall to shower. On arrival was shown room and told how to turn heating on, thought that as it was cold that this should have been done before we arrived, as room was very cold on arrival. Breakfast was ok, coffee from the machine was terrible. However for us the staff made this place nice, Lesley who checked us in was lovely. The whole place just needs some TLC a lick of paint, some new furnishings would do it the world of good, its all just a bit tired and dated.
10
David
Sep 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, comfortable hotel with very friendly staff! Would definitely stay there again
Clean, comfortable hotel with very friendly staff! Would definitely stay there again
10
Andres
Oct 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean hotel with free parking and very nice breakfast.
Very clean hotel with free parking and very nice breakfast.
8
Nicholas
Sep 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice stay, excellent staff. Hotel was a little bit dated, but definitely more than adequate. The breakfast was brilliant.
Very nice stay, excellent staff. Hotel was a little bit dated, but definitely more than adequate. The breakfast was brilliant.
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Sue
Oct 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Best aspect of this hotel was staff. They were very helpful & friendly. Hotel is quite dated but pleasant & very clean. We went back a second night.
Best aspect of this hotel was staff. They were very helpful & friendly. Hotel is quite dated but pleasant & very clean. We went back a second night.
10
katherine
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved our stay especially the pool. Staff friendly. Very clean and really nice breakfast!
Loved our stay especially the pool. Staff friendly. Very clean and really nice breakfast!
8
DEREK
Dec 3, 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Three night business stopover . Quick check in Very clean room . Good breakfast .
Three night business stopover . Quick check in Very clean room . Good breakfast .
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Peter
Dec 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast was lovely and served up quickly. Room was clean and warm. Would stay there again
Breakfast was lovely and served up quickly. Room was clean and warm. Would stay there again
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable, though decor can feel dated, some TVs are small, and a few bathrooms have weak showers or small tubs. A few guests reported noise from events or thin walls and occasional heating limitations.
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Ben
Oct 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I couldn’t fault the service nor the food or drinks. They were definitely what made the experience more comfortable than not however when I stay in hotels I tend to look at the bathroom for the most details. The only issue I found was the shower units not being tall enough and the fact that the water run out the shower effortlessly. Other than that, I can’t fault it any other way and would happily stay there for another night or two.
I couldn’t fault the service nor the food or drinks. They were definitely what made the experience more comfortable than not however when I stay in hotels I tend to look at the bathroom for the most details. The only issue I found was the shower units not being tall enough and the fact that the water run out the shower effortlessly. Other than that, I can’t fault it any other way and would happily stay there for another night or two.
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Matt
Dec 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent staff work very hard and stretched a little thin, one person on reception covering bar and restaurant. Heaters are not sufficent for room, made it just warm even on full, room could have been warm on arrival but was fridge like
Excellent staff work very hard and stretched a little thin, one person on reception covering bar and restaurant. Heaters are not sufficent for room, made it just warm even on full, room could have been warm on arrival but was fridge like
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Stephen
Oct 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff, very helpful. Good food and a fair selection of drinks at the bar. Bathroom good, with nice shower. Bedroom - good bed, thin pillows and unfortunately even thinner walls. My 'neighbours' phone was set to vibrate and I could hear it like it was next to the bed, plus every tik-tok he watched.
Great staff, very helpful. Good food and a fair selection of drinks at the bar. Bathroom good, with nice shower. Bedroom - good bed, thin pillows and unfortunately even thinner walls. My 'neighbours' phone was set to vibrate and I could hear it like it was next to the bed, plus every tik-tok he watched.
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Chriistopher
Nov 15, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Had a really nice stay here. Plenty of parking beautifully lit tree at the front of the hotel. On arrival the receptionist was very friendly and took me to my room just a short walk from reception. The room was spacious with a comfortable double bed. Tea coffee and water in the room. TV was a bit on the small side and no sockets next to the bed. Reception loaned me an extension lead which was good of them. Dinner was in an enormous conservatory and the sea bass was excellent. Breakfast was also served there and again service and food was pretty good. The bathroom and water pressure was 10/10. Overall excellent value for money beautiful grounds and there was even an outdoor pool which was closed for the winter season. I’d stay here again if given the opportunity.
Had a really nice stay here. Plenty of parking beautifully lit tree at the front of the hotel. On arrival the receptionist was very friendly and took me to my room just a short walk from reception. The room was spacious with a comfortable double bed. Tea coffee and water in the room. TV was a bit on the small side and no sockets next to the bed. Reception loaned me an extension lead which was good of them. Dinner was in an enormous conservatory and the sea bass was excellent. Breakfast was also served there and again service and food was pretty good. The bathroom and water pressure was 10/10. Overall excellent value for money beautiful grounds and there was even an outdoor pool which was closed for the winter season. I’d stay here again if given the opportunity.
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Joanne
Oct 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Really welcoming arrival. On check in we were told their was a function on which would probably be causing some noise but shouldn't go on too late and we shouldn't hear it in our room. This was wrong, we heard the disco thumping away until the early hours, we could even hear the laughter and screams of the party goers. This was a stop over from a very tiring day travelling around Norfolk, we were hoping for a dinner and good night's sleep. I booked a deluxe room but it was a little tired in places, furniture tatty and stained, toilet roll needs a proper holder. The dinner did not disappoint, absolutely wonderful meal, we even booked for lunch the next day as we were visiting Wroxham nearby so wanted to come back for some more delicious food. However we were so tired we decided to cut short and not return for afternoon lunch. I have to say the gentleman who dealt with our complaint ( and that of another customer who was at the same time complaining of the same issue) showed genuine concern and understanding and agreed we should have not been given the rooms we were as it's not their policy to use these rooms when such an event is on because of the close proximity. The outcome for us was positive and we were compensated satisfactorily. Breakfast was very good. We would consider staying again if no function was on. We would definitely return just to eat in the restaurant, compliments to the chef and waiting staff. Please don't describe some rooms as deluxe though (see photos).
Really welcoming arrival. On check in we were told their was a function on which would probably be causing some noise but shouldn't go on too late and we shouldn't hear it in our room. This was wrong, we heard the disco thumping away until the early hours, we could even hear the laughter and screams of the party goers. This was a stop over from a very tiring day travelling around Norfolk, we were hoping for a dinner and good night's sleep. I booked a deluxe room but it was a little tired in places, furniture tatty and stained, toilet roll needs a proper holder. The dinner did not disappoint, absolutely wonderful meal, we even booked for lunch the next day as we were visiting Wroxham nearby so wanted to come back for some more delicious food. However we were so tired we decided to cut short and not return for afternoon lunch. I have to say the gentleman who dealt with our complaint ( and that of another customer who was at the same time complaining of the same issue) showed genuine concern and understanding and agreed we should have not been given the rooms we were as it's not their policy to use these rooms when such an event is on because of the close proximity. The outcome for us was positive and we were compensated satisfactorily. Breakfast was very good. We would consider staying again if no function was on. We would definitely return just to eat in the restaurant, compliments to the chef and waiting staff. Please don't describe some rooms as deluxe though (see photos).
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Shirley
Jul 22, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
It was a very pleasant stay. Staff very friendly & helpful. Problem the bath was very small & my brother who stayed with us fell trying to get out.
It was a very pleasant stay. Staff very friendly & helpful. Problem the bath was very small & my brother who stayed with us fell trying to get out.
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Samantha
Aug 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Superb hotel, friendly staff. Lovely heated pool. Lovely bedrooms, albeit dated but very comfortable bed and good night's sleep. Could upgrade tv. Wonderful food in the restaurant for breakfast and dinner. Would definitely stay again.
Superb hotel, friendly staff. Lovely heated pool. Lovely bedrooms, albeit dated but very comfortable bed and good night's sleep. Could upgrade tv. Wonderful food in the restaurant for breakfast and dinner. Would definitely stay again.
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Rashid
Jun 28, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Overall it was quite good except that the room was a bit small for it to be a family room for 4 as it seemed like the 2 single beds were just placed in the room wherever there was any space. The location was good and the gardens were well maintained. The breakfast was excellent.
Overall it was quite good except that the room was a bit small for it to be a family room for 4 as it seemed like the 2 single beds were just placed in the room wherever there was any space. The location was good and the gardens were well maintained. The breakfast was excellent.
10
Simon
Oct 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Second time staying, a beautiful place tucked away just outside Norwich. Staff very friendly, my room in the cottage was lovely. Breakfast was ok, with a small choice but was adequate. You can go for a walk near the hotel but it is a very busy road with no pavements so take care.
Second time staying, a beautiful place tucked away just outside Norwich. Staff very friendly, my room in the cottage was lovely. Breakfast was ok, with a small choice but was adequate. You can go for a walk near the hotel but it is a very busy road with no pavements so take care.
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David
Jun 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pros staff, room size, swimming pool decent breakfast Cons Average evening meal, shower not very powerful, tiny tv
Pros staff, room size, swimming pool decent breakfast Cons Average evening meal, shower not very powerful, tiny tv
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Service
Service stands out for warm, helpful staff and attentive management, with quick check in and issues handled considerately. A few guests felt staffing was stretched at times, but overall care remained high.
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Matt
Dec 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent staff work very hard and stretched a little thin, one person on reception covering bar and restaurant. Heaters are not sufficent for room, made it just warm even on full, room could have been warm on arrival but was fridge like
Excellent staff work very hard and stretched a little thin, one person on reception covering bar and restaurant. Heaters are not sufficent for room, made it just warm even on full, room could have been warm on arrival but was fridge like
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Brian
Sep 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Arrived early staff went out of their way to get us in our room. Staff were all very helpful
Arrived early staff went out of their way to get us in our room. Staff were all very helpful
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Derek
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great hotel with excellent service and super breakfasts. We had a very enjoyable 3 night stay.
Great hotel with excellent service and super breakfasts. We had a very enjoyable 3 night stay.
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Joanne
Oct 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Really welcoming arrival. On check in we were told their was a function on which would probably be causing some noise but shouldn't go on too late and we shouldn't hear it in our room. This was wrong, we heard the disco thumping away until the early hours, we could even hear the laughter and screams of the party goers. This was a stop over from a very tiring day travelling around Norfolk, we were hoping for a dinner and good night's sleep. I booked a deluxe room but it was a little tired in places, furniture tatty and stained, toilet roll needs a proper holder. The dinner did not disappoint, absolutely wonderful meal, we even booked for lunch the next day as we were visiting Wroxham nearby so wanted to come back for some more delicious food. However we were so tired we decided to cut short and not return for afternoon lunch. I have to say the gentleman who dealt with our complaint ( and that of another customer who was at the same time complaining of the same issue) showed genuine concern and understanding and agreed we should have not been given the rooms we were as it's not their policy to use these rooms when such an event is on because of the close proximity. The outcome for us was positive and we were compensated satisfactorily. Breakfast was very good. We would consider staying again if no function was on. We would definitely return just to eat in the restaurant, compliments to the chef and waiting staff. Please don't describe some rooms as deluxe though (see photos).
Really welcoming arrival. On check in we were told their was a function on which would probably be causing some noise but shouldn't go on too late and we shouldn't hear it in our room. This was wrong, we heard the disco thumping away until the early hours, we could even hear the laughter and screams of the party goers. This was a stop over from a very tiring day travelling around Norfolk, we were hoping for a dinner and good night's sleep. I booked a deluxe room but it was a little tired in places, furniture tatty and stained, toilet roll needs a proper holder. The dinner did not disappoint, absolutely wonderful meal, we even booked for lunch the next day as we were visiting Wroxham nearby so wanted to come back for some more delicious food. However we were so tired we decided to cut short and not return for afternoon lunch. I have to say the gentleman who dealt with our complaint ( and that of another customer who was at the same time complaining of the same issue) showed genuine concern and understanding and agreed we should have not been given the rooms we were as it's not their policy to use these rooms when such an event is on because of the close proximity. The outcome for us was positive and we were compensated satisfactorily. Breakfast was very good. We would consider staying again if no function was on. We would definitely return just to eat in the restaurant, compliments to the chef and waiting staff. Please don't describe some rooms as deluxe though (see photos).
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Troy
Feb 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ian and his team were amazing!! Very accomodating and often went above and beyond. An all round fantastic evening.
Ian and his team were amazing!! Very accomodating and often went above and beyond. An all round fantastic evening.
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Jayne
Feb 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was perfect from start to finish and the food was spot on as well, staff went out of their way to help
Everything was perfect from start to finish and the food was spot on as well, staff went out of their way to help
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Sonia
Nov 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Good service as always. Very friemdly staff. Nice rooms . Good food.
Good service as always. Very friemdly staff. Nice rooms . Good food.
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Sue
Oct 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Best aspect of this hotel was staff. They were very helpful & friendly. Hotel is quite dated but pleasant & very clean. We went back a second night.
Best aspect of this hotel was staff. They were very helpful & friendly. Hotel is quite dated but pleasant & very clean. We went back a second night.
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Richard
Mar 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent very helpful staff and owner!
Excellent very helpful staff and owner!
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DAVID
Sep 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were very caring and attentive. Nothing too much trouble. Good car parking and very safe grounds. 10 minutes by road to Wroxham. All accommodation on ground floor. Staff very polite, jovial, well just great.
The staff were very caring and attentive. Nothing too much trouble. Good car parking and very safe grounds. 10 minutes by road to Wroxham. All accommodation on ground floor. Staff very polite, jovial, well just great.
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Location
The setting is quiet and convenient for reaching Norwich, Wroxham and the Broads by car, with ample parking and pleasant grounds. Walking options are limited due to the busy road and lack of pavements nearby.
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Laurence
Dec 8, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay. I was there for a Xmas lunch reunion the following day.Very quiet location and staff are so friendly. Service in restaurant first class.
Great stay. I was there for a Xmas lunch reunion the following day.Very quiet location and staff are so friendly. Service in restaurant first class.
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Marek
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was located in a quiet area With good parking The food was excellent although an offering of fresh fruit for breakfast would of been appreciated The bed and room was comfortable
The hotel was located in a quiet area With good parking The food was excellent although an offering of fresh fruit for breakfast would of been appreciated The bed and room was comfortable
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Ms Theresa
Apr 16, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
The staff here are great, very friendly and welcoming. It is a pleasant hotel with nice, clean rooms. The grounds are well kept though there isn’t much to explore by foot nearby, particularly if you fancied a walk. The hotel is situated on a busy road with no footpath so you have to drive to get anywhere. Norwich is about 15 mins drive away and there are lots to see within 30-60 minute drive of the hotel itself. The breakfast was a highlight for us- fruit bowl is really fresh and the full English is generous and very tasty.
The staff here are great, very friendly and welcoming. It is a pleasant hotel with nice, clean rooms. The grounds are well kept though there isn’t much to explore by foot nearby, particularly if you fancied a walk. The hotel is situated on a busy road with no footpath so you have to drive to get anywhere. Norwich is about 15 mins drive away and there are lots to see within 30-60 minute drive of the hotel itself. The breakfast was a highlight for us- fruit bowl is really fresh and the full English is generous and very tasty.
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Chriistopher
Nov 15, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Had a really nice stay here. Plenty of parking beautifully lit tree at the front of the hotel. On arrival the receptionist was very friendly and took me to my room just a short walk from reception. The room was spacious with a comfortable double bed. Tea coffee and water in the room. TV was a bit on the small side and no sockets next to the bed. Reception loaned me an extension lead which was good of them. Dinner was in an enormous conservatory and the sea bass was excellent. Breakfast was also served there and again service and food was pretty good. The bathroom and water pressure was 10/10. Overall excellent value for money beautiful grounds and there was even an outdoor pool which was closed for the winter season. I’d stay here again if given the opportunity.
Had a really nice stay here. Plenty of parking beautifully lit tree at the front of the hotel. On arrival the receptionist was very friendly and took me to my room just a short walk from reception. The room was spacious with a comfortable double bed. Tea coffee and water in the room. TV was a bit on the small side and no sockets next to the bed. Reception loaned me an extension lead which was good of them. Dinner was in an enormous conservatory and the sea bass was excellent. Breakfast was also served there and again service and food was pretty good. The bathroom and water pressure was 10/10. Overall excellent value for money beautiful grounds and there was even an outdoor pool which was closed for the winter season. I’d stay here again if given the opportunity.
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Philip
Dec 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is very conveniently situated for visits to Norwich City, Wroxham and the Broads and the beautiful coast line. I chose this
The hotel is very conveniently situated for visits to Norwich City, Wroxham and the Broads and the beautiful coast line. I chose this
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Ian
Oct 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great Location. Staff friendly. Peaceful setting. Car charging point was a real bonus
Great Location. Staff friendly. Peaceful setting. Car charging point was a real bonus
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William
Oct 18, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly helpful staff .only a few minutes drive to park and ride to explore Norwich .Also to drive to see some. of Norfolk broads .The road had very fast moving vehicles care was needed exiting car park .
Friendly helpful staff .only a few minutes drive to park and ride to explore Norwich .Also to drive to see some. of Norfolk broads .The road had very fast moving vehicles care was needed exiting car park .
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Rashid
Jun 28, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Overall it was quite good except that the room was a bit small for it to be a family room for 4 as it seemed like the 2 single beds were just placed in the room wherever there was any space. The location was good and the gardens were well maintained. The breakfast was excellent.
Overall it was quite good except that the room was a bit small for it to be a family room for 4 as it seemed like the 2 single beds were just placed in the room wherever there was any space. The location was good and the gardens were well maintained. The breakfast was excellent.
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DAVID
Sep 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were very caring and attentive. Nothing too much trouble. Good car parking and very safe grounds. 10 minutes by road to Wroxham. All accommodation on ground floor. Staff very polite, jovial, well just great.
The staff were very caring and attentive. Nothing too much trouble. Good car parking and very safe grounds. 10 minutes by road to Wroxham. All accommodation on ground floor. Staff very polite, jovial, well just great.
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Simon
Oct 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Second time staying, a beautiful place tucked away just outside Norwich. Staff very friendly, my room in the cottage was lovely. Breakfast was ok, with a small choice but was adequate. You can go for a walk near the hotel but it is a very busy road with no pavements so take care.
Second time staying, a beautiful place tucked away just outside Norwich. Staff very friendly, my room in the cottage was lovely. Breakfast was ok, with a small choice but was adequate. You can go for a walk near the hotel but it is a very busy road with no pavements so take care.
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Dining
Breakfast earns frequent praise for quality, and many enjoyed dinners overall. Some found the evening menu limited or an occasional dish average, and a few wanted better coffee or more fresh fruit at breakfast.
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Marek
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was located in a quiet area With good parking The food was excellent although an offering of fresh fruit for breakfast would of been appreciated The bed and room was comfortable
The hotel was located in a quiet area With good parking The food was excellent although an offering of fresh fruit for breakfast would of been appreciated The bed and room was comfortable
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Chriistopher
Nov 15, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Had a really nice stay here. Plenty of parking beautifully lit tree at the front of the hotel. On arrival the receptionist was very friendly and took me to my room just a short walk from reception. The room was spacious with a comfortable double bed. Tea coffee and water in the room. TV was a bit on the small side and no sockets next to the bed. Reception loaned me an extension lead which was good of them. Dinner was in an enormous conservatory and the sea bass was excellent. Breakfast was also served there and again service and food was pretty good. The bathroom and water pressure was 10/10. Overall excellent value for money beautiful grounds and there was even an outdoor pool which was closed for the winter season. I’d stay here again if given the opportunity.
Had a really nice stay here. Plenty of parking beautifully lit tree at the front of the hotel. On arrival the receptionist was very friendly and took me to my room just a short walk from reception. The room was spacious with a comfortable double bed. Tea coffee and water in the room. TV was a bit on the small side and no sockets next to the bed. Reception loaned me an extension lead which was good of them. Dinner was in an enormous conservatory and the sea bass was excellent. Breakfast was also served there and again service and food was pretty good. The bathroom and water pressure was 10/10. Overall excellent value for money beautiful grounds and there was even an outdoor pool which was closed for the winter season. I’d stay here again if given the opportunity.
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Keith
Apr 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Difficult to decide what would raise this from a 3 star to 4 star hotel apart from larger rooms, bathrooms, TV screen & extra furniture because everyhthing in the hotel was beyond what we expected. Good choice in menu (although fresh filter coffee rather than the machine Americano would have been preferable), well prepared & the portions generous. We expect to go back on another occasion.
Difficult to decide what would raise this from a 3 star to 4 star hotel apart from larger rooms, bathrooms, TV screen & extra furniture because everyhthing in the hotel was beyond what we expected. Good choice in menu (although fresh filter coffee rather than the machine Americano would have been preferable), well prepared & the portions generous. We expect to go back on another occasion.
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Jayne
Feb 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was perfect from start to finish and the food was spot on as well, staff went out of their way to help
Everything was perfect from start to finish and the food was spot on as well, staff went out of their way to help
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Andres
Oct 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean hotel with free parking and very nice breakfast.
Very clean hotel with free parking and very nice breakfast.
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Samantha
Aug 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Superb hotel, friendly staff. Lovely heated pool. Lovely bedrooms, albeit dated but very comfortable bed and good night's sleep. Could upgrade tv. Wonderful food in the restaurant for breakfast and dinner. Would definitely stay again.
Superb hotel, friendly staff. Lovely heated pool. Lovely bedrooms, albeit dated but very comfortable bed and good night's sleep. Could upgrade tv. Wonderful food in the restaurant for breakfast and dinner. Would definitely stay again.
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Peter
Dec 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast was lovely and served up quickly. Room was clean and warm. Would stay there again
Breakfast was lovely and served up quickly. Room was clean and warm. Would stay there again
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Dawn
Nov 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really enjoyed my stay. Room was great, so was the bathroom. Friendly staff. Breakfast excellent. My only negative was that I would like to have eaten in the evening but the menu was very limited.
Really enjoyed my stay. Room was great, so was the bathroom. Friendly staff. Breakfast excellent. My only negative was that I would like to have eaten in the evening but the menu was very limited.
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David
Jun 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pros staff, room size, swimming pool decent breakfast Cons Average evening meal, shower not very powerful, tiny tv
Pros staff, room size, swimming pool decent breakfast Cons Average evening meal, shower not very powerful, tiny tv
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Alan
Aug 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent menu options, prepared to perfection, friendly staff and comfortable environment.
Excellent menu options, prepared to perfection, friendly staff and comfortable environment.
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Claire
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast was slow but worth the wait and a great selection of food made to order. Super friendly and informative check in. Beautiful grounds and a big plus to have a pool, although you will need your own pool towels.
Breakfast was slow but worth the wait and a great selection of food made to order. Super friendly and informative check in. Beautiful grounds and a big plus to have a pool, although you will need your own pool towels.
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Lyndon
Jun 20, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great value for a family of 4 stay, pool was excellent and great for kids. Good outdoor seating area for a lovely day. Highly recommend
Great value for a family of 4 stay, pool was excellent and great for kids. Good outdoor seating area for a lovely day. Highly recommend
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Kulbir
Jun 1, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Pool not available on the day of the booking . Very noisy due to a booked wedding Spent the day at a local pub Guest and wedding venue not a good idea
Pool not available on the day of the booking . Very noisy due to a booked wedding Spent the day at a local pub Guest and wedding venue not a good idea
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JULIE
May 30, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff were great, very friendly and helpful. Room was comfortable, had a funny smell when we arrived, wasn't quite so noticeable when you'd been in there a while but we could smell it each time we went in again, couldn't find the source of it though. Breakfast was lovely, great selection, food was very nice, husband e joyed the full English cooked breakfast. Would have been nice to have a little more selection for cooked meals in the evening.
Staff were great, very friendly and helpful. Room was comfortable, had a funny smell when we arrived, wasn't quite so noticeable when you'd been in there a while but we could smell it each time we went in again, couldn't find the source of it though. Breakfast was lovely, great selection, food was very nice, husband e joyed the full English cooked breakfast. Would have been nice to have a little more selection for cooked meals in the evening.
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Nicola
May 26, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We had a lovely stay! The staff were all so friendly and welcoming from start to finish. Great value for money, with excellent facilities. We especially loved the outdoor space and the swimming pool, which were perfect for relaxing. Would definitely stay again!
We had a lovely stay! The staff were all so friendly and welcoming from start to finish. Great value for money, with excellent facilities. We especially loved the outdoor space and the swimming pool, which were perfect for relaxing. Would definitely stay again!
FAQs about The Old Rectory Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
Is breakfast offered at the hotel?
Breakfast is available for a fee, and guests can grab a bite from the snack bar/deli.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 21:00, and check-out is by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility features are not provided.
What is the location of the hotel in relation to nearby attractions?
The hotel is located in Norwich, within a 15-minute drive of Norfolk Broads and University of East Anglia. It is approximately 3.1 miles from Catton Park and 3.6 miles from the City of Norwich Aviation Museum.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the property features an outdoor swimming pool, which is seasonal. The operational hours are not specified.
What are the policies regarding children at the hotel?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no specified minimum age for children to stay for free.
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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 and cash
- This property is professionally cleaned
- A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property.
- The property is professionally cleaned.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
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