The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Thetford inn

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Bar (on property)
Twin Room
Exterior
Meeting facility
Superior Room | Living area

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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King Street, Thetford, England, IP24 2AZ
  • Place, Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Charles Burrell Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dad's Army Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room (for 4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Thetford

In Thetford .At this inn, you'll be steps from Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life and Charles Burrell Museum. In the Footsteps of Thomas Paine Museum and Dad's Army Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Charles Burrell Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • In the Footsteps of Thomas Paine Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dad's Army Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Breckland Leisure Centre and Waterworld - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Thetford Station - 8 min walk
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Railway - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Cinnamon - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Saffron - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sainsbury's Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Thetford inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 3 meeting rooms available. The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns also features a terrace, a garden, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free.

This 3-star Thetford inn is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns offers 46 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. This Thetford inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns to the airport?

The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns is 30.8 mi (42-min drive) away from the Cambridge (CBG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns on Jul 5, 2026 start from CA $107, excluding 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.

Does The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns.

Does The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns offer free breakfast?

The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns have a pool?

The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns does not have a pool.

Does The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns to downtown Thetford?

The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns is 0.2 mi away from Thetford.

The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 538 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 538 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 538 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 538 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 538 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really nice hotel and pub. All staff really nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Polly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel team were very friendly, the room was immaculate, the bed very comfortable, facilities good, location convenient and all well organised for reasonable cost.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes pet friendly lovely staff they should be very proud of their staff
Thank you for my breakfast love isla
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Agata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place and dog friendly! I always stay there when competing in Thetford area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good meet at reception, room was clean, warm , perfectly adequate. WiFi consistent but weak.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Toby

Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Staff & service
Staff always friendly and rooms exactly what I expect for the value. Have stayed before, will continue to stay there in the future
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

mark

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Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice historic building right in the centre of town
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had a lot of character and we liked the location and the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff. They were very helpful when it came to answering to our requests. All staff were very friendly. Speedy and easy check in and excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place to stay food great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have stayed here before. So we got what we expected a nice comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely and welcoming and very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Great staff. Really requires some updating and renovations, Good price.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly welcome and helpful staff, good food Great Breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed everything!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

STEPHEN W

ok place to stay

Have stayed before - is an ok place to stay - you know what to expect with GK No food was available owing to a gas problem - these things happen - I only found out when I went to order though.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Svetlana

Liked: Staff & service
Easy not very expensive stay, we enjoyed food options, and had our dinners at the hotel. Convenient location for going to Thetford forest.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food was amazing and all staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent, very friendly and helpfull especially the ladies serving in the restaurant at breakfast time. The only minus point is the poor state of the fittings in the bathroom, both the toilet and the bath are in need of urgent replacement.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place just sad no air-conditioning
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqualene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, comfortable room, good food, easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to stay

Was very friendly staff nothing to much Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024