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The Thomas Paine

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life

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Superior Double Room
Building design
1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually decorated
Dinner served
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.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
The current price is €167
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug

Room options

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Sofa bed - double
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Double Room

Luxury Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury plus room

Luxury plus room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Memory foam bed
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Thetford, The Thomas Paine is in the city centre and near a train station. Charles Burrell Museum and Dad's Army Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Go Ape Thetford and Brandon Country Park. Enjoy an event or a match at Snetterton Race Circuit, and consider making time for Lynford's Stag and Arboretum—a top attraction that's not to be missed.
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33 White Hart Street, Thomas Paine Hotel, Thetford, England, IP24 1AA

What's nearby

  • Charles Burrell Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dad's Army Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Elveden Estate - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • High Lodge Visitor Centre - 12 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Red Lion (Wetherspoon) - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Croxton Fish Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sainsbury's Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬3 min drive
  • Sports Cafe

About this property

The Thomas Paine

Hotel near Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life
Located close to Charles Burrell Museum and Dad's Army Museum, The Thomas Paine provides a terrace, laundry facilities and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Franklins Brasserie, serves dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as conference space.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and access to a nearby indoor pool
  • Luggage storage, wedding services and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • On-request microwaves, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Franklins Brasserie
  • Thomas Paine Hotel

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 40 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Friday - Sunday (3:30 PM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival 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.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from August 28 2025 to September 26 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: from approximately GBP 9.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 10.00 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Historical Thomas Paine Hotel Thetford
Historical Thomas Paine Thetford
Historical Thomas Paine Thetf
The Thomas Paine Hotel
The Thomas Paine Thetford
Historical Thomas Paine Hotel
The Thomas Paine Hotel Thetford

Frequently asked questions

Is The Thomas Paine pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee 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.

How much does it cost to stay at The Thomas Paine?

As of 29 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Thomas Paine on 30 Aug 2025 start from €166.59, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Thomas Paine?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Thomas Paine?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM for a fee of GBP 10.00.

What time is check-out at The Thomas Paine?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 20.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Thomas Paine located?

Located in the heart of Thetford, this hotel is steps away from Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life and Charles Burrell Museum. Dad's Army Museum and Go Ape Thetford are also within 6 mi (10 km). Thetford Station is 5 minutes by foot.

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The Thomas Paine Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 149 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The kitchens were closed but the owner offered a room upgrade and bottle of fiz as recompense. Friendly staff and spotlessly clean room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing food and comfortable beds
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Hotel

Had a lovely stay here great location very friendly staff will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Luis Filipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great room and excellent customer service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel was okay.

Hotel was okay. Perfect for business trip

10/10 Excellent

Petet

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

6/10 Okay

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Doors are locked after 9pm, and unfortunately due to rod delays I didn’t arrive until 10pm, at which point I was charged for late check in (a first in my experience), and the receptionist left shortly after
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

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

2/10 Terrible

Andrea

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First night no hot water they rang the day after to apologise but nothimg offered in way of reimbursment. Secomd night water was warm at best. Both nights the shower pressure was terrible, barely wets you. The bed is not comfortable in the slightest
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

geoffrey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
the property whilst old and historic was in desperate need of a coat of paint windows were filthy the bathroom was dangerous the shower drain cover was broken and a wood screw was used to replace the original one it stuck out and was very sharp as i found out when i stood on it, the room had no airflow / air conditioning the main road was noisy as was the car / house alarm that went off outside our window every 5 minutes from 5am onwards! not great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Denis

Poor show

Was shown to my room by receptionist room was not made up receptionist made up room served behind the bar prepared and served a light evening meal god knows what they would do without her was far to expensive for service provided and very low water pressure for shower a full refund would not be out of order very disappointing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All staff were very friendly and helpful. Great communication Rooms were very nice, airy, quality furniture and decor throughout. No air con but fans provided in rooms. Plenty of drawers and wardrobe space. Bathroom spacious with nice shower. No problems parking. Ate one night, both meals nice and i particularly recommend the punjab rajma curry which was delightful. Great location, a quick walk into centre. Minor critiques ..Music and talking outside my room a little loud until 2am but it was a Saturday night so not entirely unexpected and I’m a light sleeper. Other room slept like a baby. Couldn’t find a key card drop off box when reception was closed at checkout. Don’t know why hotels always use such tiny cups in the bedrooms.. I need a mug in the morning! I will happily stay again when next in Thetford.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wonderful stay

Great friendly welcome by Gez and his team - Very friendly, professional service and attention. Room fantastic, drinks great, Goat curry - the best!!! Will be back just for the food and drinks available and attentive staff/friends
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

david

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

10/10 Excellent

Will

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

6/10 Okay

Alex

Disliked: Room comfort
Comfortable stay once the heating kicked in. The hotel was booked in the premise that on Hotels.com showed that it had access to gym facilities. Upon arrival, it was explained this was not the case. We were greeted kindly and checked in without any issues - booking was already paid for online. Breakfast - a box breakfast was offered but was also advised we could go to breakfast at a different hotel. The hotel is unmanned from around 8pm until…well I left at 8.50am and the front doors were still locked. Would have been great to sort out invoicing issues In person. Overall, my stay was ok
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

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

2/10 Terrible

George

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Dreadful

The hotel should not have been open Undergoing refurbishment No hot food at all
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Nicholas

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

4/10 Poor

Garry

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

dont

the site is currently a building site. They are doing the place up..no bar or restsurant. entrance round the back. Dont think nyone on site at night . NO mention of any of this on hotels .com showr no pressure due to building works assume
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Not what I expected

There was a lot of building work being carried out, and the bar and reception was closed. The shower had very low water pressure, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely room, building work hopefully finished soon

I was upgraded to the Thomas Paine room and it was amazing. A very special room, with sitting area, writing desk, high ceilings and just gorgeous. The shower was not as powerful or user friendly as I would have liked, but I could cope. There was confusion over breakfast - it has to be booked in advance online, and is only a box breakfast. There is currently a lot of building work going on in the public areas, but this is hoped to be finished soon and the final result looks as though it is going to be amazing. The owner was very friendly and proud of his hotel, rightly so. I would definitely go back, especially once the building work is finished.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Barry

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023