The Thomas Paine

Hotel with restaurant, near Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life

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Dates

November 2025

15

December 2025

1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

In the heart of Thetford, The Thomas Paine Hotel offers a unique blend of history and charm. Enjoy dinner at the on-site restaurant, relax on the sun-kissed terrace or connect with friends over drinks at the bar. With high-speed WiFi, luggage storage and laundry facilities available.

Good

Popular amenities

Electric vehicle charging point
Bar
Laundry facilities
Pet-friendly
Non-smoking
Free parking

Main amenities (11)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Room service
3 meeting rooms
Terrace
Communal living room
Self-serve laundry
Conference space
Wedding services
Luggage storage
Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

Private bathroom
Television
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Tomorrow

Nov 16 - Nov 17

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Luxury Double Room

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Free cots/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Memory foam bed

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Luxury plus room

Good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Memory foam bed

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Free cots/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Separate bedroom

Memory foam bed

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Memory foam bed

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

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Free parking
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23 Nov - 24 Nov

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About the area

33 White Hart Street, Thomas Paine Hotel, Thetford, England, IP24 1AA

What's nearby

In the Footsteps of Thomas Paine Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Charles Burrell Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Thetford Priory - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Dad's Army Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

Cambridge (CBG) - 35 min drive
Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 55 min drive
Thetford Station - 5 min walk
Harling Road Station - 15 min drive
Brandon Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Red Lion (Wetherspoon) - ‬6 min walk
‪Sainsbury's Café - ‬4 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Greggs - ‬3 min drive
‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Thomas Paine

Located near a train station, The Thomas Paine is a great choice for a stay in Thetford. The cocktail bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Franklins Brasserie, which serves dinner.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 8 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age – 18
- Check-out time is 10:30 AM
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- The front desk is open Friday - Sunday (3:30 PM - 9:00 PM)
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
- For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
- The restaurant is open from noon to 11 PM on Friday and Saturday, and from noon to 5 PM on Sunday.

Required at check-in

- Credit card required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

- Pets allowed*
- Service animals welcome
- Restrictions apply*

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))

Parking

- Free on-site self-parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
- Electric vehicle charging point on site

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)

Working away

3 meeting rooms
Conference space (40 square feet)

Services

Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services

Facilities

Terrace
Communal living room
Banquet hall
Reception hall

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Area rugs in room
Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

40-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Heating
Portable fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Premium bedding
Memory-foam mattress

What to enjoy

Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))

Food and drink

Fridge (on request)
Microwave (on request)

More

Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Franklins Brasserie – This fine-dining restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.

On-site venue No. 2 – cocktail bar. Open selected days.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

Late check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday:

Bar/lounge
Restaurant

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per day

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

This property does not have lifts.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

The Thomas Paine Hotel

The Thomas Paine Thetford

Historical Thomas Paine Hotel

The Thomas Paine Hotel Thetford

Frequently asked questions

Does The Thomas Paine offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Thomas Paine does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Thomas Paine?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Thomas Paine?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Thomas Paine?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 20.00 (subject to availability).

What is there to do at The Thomas Paine and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life (1-min walk) and Charles Burrell Museum (3-min walk), along with Dad's Army Museum (6-min walk) and Go Ape Thetford (5.5 mi).