The Kings Head Country Hotel, Great Bircham ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Great Bircham, Great Bircham, United Kingdom, PE31 6RJ

The Kings Head Country Hotel is a family-run hotel with roots as a coaching inn dating back 500 years. Situated in Great Bircham, it is conveniently close to Royal Sandringham and the North Norfolk coast. The hotel features a charming AA Rosette restaurant serving local produce and a contemporary bar that emphasizes local ales.

Location

Great Bircham is centrally located for exploring the sights of Norfolk, including nearby nature reserves and the North Norfolk coast. The hotel is a 60 km drive from Norwich International Airport. Local attractions include the Houghton Hall and the Great Bircham Windmill, enhancing the region's cultural appeal.

Rooms

The hotel offers twelve spacious and well-appointed rooms, all designed with en-suite bathrooms and contemporary decor. Several rooms come with full-sized baths as well as walk-in or overhead showers. Options range from Standard to Executive rooms, catering to different budgets and needs, including family-friendly configurations.

Eat & Drink

The on-site restaurant presents an ever-evolving menu that highlights seasonal and local specialties, emphasizing fresh produce. Guests can enjoy traditional British meals alongside specialties such as Cromer mussels, crab, and a varied selection of gins and ales in the contemporary bar. Afternoon tea is also available for those looking for a delightful treat.

Leisure & Business

The hotel features a spacious patio leading onto a lawn garden with seating areas, ideal for relaxation. Business facilities include flexible meeting spaces equipped with modern amenities and catering options. The hotel welcomes families and pets, ensuring a comfortable experience for all guests.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room Private Bathroom

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Superior Twin Room

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2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

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2 persons

20 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Great Bircham200 m

Airports

Norwich International (NWI) 57.8 km

Cambridge (CBG) 91.4 km

Bus

Bus stop 9.8 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Exceptional Breakfast!

The full English breakfast was cooked to order, featuring high-quality bacon and sausage, served hot and fresh. The coffee refills and use of quality jams elevated the dining experience.view full review

Comfortable Showers

While the rain head shower could use a minor adjustment, the overall bathroom experience was comfortable and appealing, making for a relaxing start to the day.view full review

Beautifully Kept

The hotel was beautifully maintained, creating a welcoming atmosphere that enhanced our stay and made it feel like a home away from home.view full review

Lovely Accommodations!

Our room provided a cozy and enjoyable space for us to unwind after a day of exploring, with everything we needed for a comfortable night.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Cycling
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Great Bircham, Great Bircham, United Kingdom, PE31 6RJ

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Great Bircham, Great Bircham, United Kingdom, PE31 6RJ

City landmarks

King's Lynn

Great Bircham Windmill

930 m

Saint Andrew

1.3 km

Peddars Way and Norfolk Coast Path

2.3 km

Bircham Road King’s Lynn

Houghton Hall

4.2 km

Church of St Mary

2.8 km

Saint Mary

4.1 km

Church

Church Of All Saints

4.2 km

Church

Church of Reconciliation

4.2 km

Church

Church Of St Mary The Virgin

4.7 km

Church of St Martin

4.6 km

Church

Docking Church

4.9 km

Nearby

King's Lynn

Great Bircham Windmill

930 m

Restaurants

The Kings Head

370 m

Lynn Road

The Kings Head Hotel

340 m

Restaurant

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

7.3

Location

7.3

Service

8.7

Dining

8.3

Stephen

United Kingdom, September 2023

7.8/10

What a mixed bag! The rooms were spotless and beautifully laid out, with a wonderful fully stocked ensuite. However, my room was not superior in any way; there wasn't even enough space to sit at the dressing table. The standard room had everything in it but felt very tired and in need of renovations, especially the bathroom. On the bright side, the room was very spacious.

Rooms

7.0

My room was spotless and beautifully laid out, with a wonderful fully stocked ensuite, but lacked adequate space at the dressing table. The standard room was very spacious but felt tired, especially the bathroom.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent; the staff were efficient, friendly, and very professional. They were always helpful and had a constant smile on their faces, which was lovely to see.

Location

6.0

Although the location was convenient for exploring North Norfolk, it was somewhat pitch black with no lights or receptionist. You had to unlock the door yourself, and there was no place to leave your room key when leaving.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was exceptional, with varied, well-presented, and delicious meals. The breakfast and supper were delightful, with a great choice of food and drinks.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were good overall, but some areas, like the bathroom in the standard room, need renovation to match the high standards of cleanliness and comfort elsewhere.

Alex

United Kingdom, July 2023

8.6/10

I had a fantastic stay at the hotel. The rooms provided everything we needed, overlooking the rear terrace & garden, and the brilliant menu for fine dining was a great perk. The service was top-notch with an excellent steak meal and incredibly comfortable pillows. The location, although requiring a car, was set in a lovely village, perfect for exploring local attractions like Sandringham Estate. The dining experience was delightful, especially with fresh baked pastries and great coffee. Overall, a wonderful experience!

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were good, providing everything we needed and overlooking the rear terrace & garden.

Service

9.0

The service was outstanding, with an excellent steak meal and incredibly comfortable pillows. However, there were some communication issues when dealing with complaints.

Location

8.0

The hotel is set in a lovely village, making it ideal for visiting local attractions like Sandringham Estate. Although a car is needed, the area is well spaced and well lit.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic, with delicious cooked-to-order meals, fresh pastries, and great coffee.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great, with room service, housekeeping, and even pet amenities available.

Dominic

United Kingdom, April 2023

7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The room, although noisy due to beer deliveries early in the morning, was comfortable and spacious. The lack of available food for an evening meal was disappointing, but the upcoming furniture replacement in 2022 gives hope for improvements.

Rooms

7.0

The room was comfortable and spacious, despite the noise from early beer deliveries. Basic amenities were covered for a short break.

Service

8.0

The owner was caring, although there was a lack of a real apology. The staff seemed happy in their work, and the restaurant provided excellent food options cooked to perfection.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was great for exploring the North Norfolk coast, with easy access to various attractions. However, being in the middle of nowhere made it challenging to find evening meal options.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered good quality food, though improvements could be made in terms of variety and teapot size for two people.

Facilities

6.0