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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 based on 36 reviews 36 reviews
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 58 hotels in Norwich
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  • Rooms: 8
Description: The Old Rectory stands in an acre of mature secluded gardens overlooking the Yare valley, offering discerning travelers friendly hospitality and... This description is based on information provided by the hotel.
Address:
103 Yarmouth Road
Thorpe St Andrew
Norwich NR7 OHF
England

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“An Oasis in Norwich”

The Old Rectory

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5 of 5 stars
YYZGuy99
Toronto
10 Jul 2008

My wife and I recently stayed two nights at this boutique property at the edge of Norwich. The property is nicely sited with well cared for mature gardens. The main building is elegant, the epitome of relaxation, and very charming, not to forget the staff who are each super. Chris is an excellent host and provides a high level of ‘personal touch’ to your visit [restaurant tips, driving directions, hiking trails, etc] if you wish. Our room (#1 of 8) was spacious, well appointed, clean and very comfortable. The bathroom was modern and spacious with a bath/shower.

While the Old Rectory many not be for a family with children, it certainly is a very romantic spot for couples looking to find rest and relaxation in what we found to be a most underrated part of the U.K.> for North Americans, imagine staying at your well to do aunt or uncles’ fabulous Georgian home complete with staff to help out.

The Old Rectory has very good dining room. Service is pleasant and effective. Thought normally leery of fixed price menus, if we had any regret it was that we only took one of our two evening meals at the establishment. The dining room itself is bright and very pleasant. The food, particularly the fish we ate, is well prepared and worthy of the 2 AA rosettes. We were disappointed to have missed the afternoon tea served complete with scones from the kitchen which, we heard from another guest, was top drawer. The English breakfast, included in the room rate, is prepared to order and also first rate.

We would certainly highly recommend this establishment to those visiting Norwich or local residents looking to escape the rest of the city without driving a long distance.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Great inegrated package of super service, good accomodation, wonderful cuisine in a relaxed environment
    • Disliked — Nothing
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
YYZGuy99's Summary
Date of Stay: July 2008
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Age group: 50-64
Member since: 18 June 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older Travellers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Great food / Wine, Other
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“Very good”

The Old Rectory

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4 of 5 stars
PFP
Norway
6 Jul 2008

This wonderful building and its owners and staff really make you feel welcome. We stayed 2 nights and had a spacious and very comfortable room with a large bathroom. Common areas are inviting and well maintained and the food was a very nice surprise. We had dinner there both nights and the service, menu and food was excellent both times. Hot breakfast is made to order and just as good as you should expect of a hotel like this. Strongly recommended!

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PFP's Summary
Date of Stay: July 2008
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Honeymoon
Age group: 50-64
Member since: 09 January 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Great food / Wine
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“Excellent Hotel”

The Old Rectory

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5 of 5 stars
Wandering-Twosome
Telford, Shropshire
5 Apr 2008

An excellent hotel with highest of standards throughout. Bright and spotlessly clean with friendly and attentive proprietor and staff. Cosy and relaxing atmosphere. Comfortable room with very good facilities. Food first class, the chef is to be congratulated! Very good wines at reasonable prices. Convenient bus stop outside hotel gate for a short ride into the town centre. On our next visit to the area we would not hesitate to stay at the Old Rectory again.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Everything
    • Disliked — Nothing
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Wandering-Twosome's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2008
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Hobbies / interest / culture
Age group: 50-64
Member since: 04 November 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles, An Amazing Honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Older Travellers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine
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“Outstanding in every way”

The Old Rectory

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5 of 5 stars
lucyOttawa
ottawa
19 Mar 2008

We travel from Canada to the UK at least twice a year. We always ensure that we have a booking at The Old Rectory. It is small, it is is everything one wants when away from home. Chris greets us and helps us with luggage (and we do not travel lightly) there is a welcoming cup of tea in the lounge, the bedroom has such a wonderful Jane Austen atmosphere, the beds are so comfortable, everywhere is so clean (without being chain hotel clinical), the food is beautifully cooked, well presented and varied and although we could stay with friends, it is part of our holiday to stay here. Yes, of course, Milli and Rollo have something to do with it, but we are so very pleased we have discovered it

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Ambience
    • Disliked — No dinner on Sundays
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lucyOttawa's Summary
Date of Stay: April 2007
Travelled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Quality time with friends
Age group: 65+
Member since: 19 March 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location (e.g., convenience, views)
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
Absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
A romantic getaway, Older Travellers, tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young Singles
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine, Other
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“Been staying here for over 10 years”

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5 of 5 stars
BigColEssex
Honolulu, Hawaii
18 Dec 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

We have stayed at the Old Rectory for over 10 years & try to stay @ least once a year - don't get me wrong I usually subscribe to the "don't go back" philosophy, but this really is a little gem.
I have have stayed at too many "indifferent" hotels in my life but you could never label the Old Rectory with this comment.
Chris & Sally (& now James!) + the loyal staff have always made us very welcome, and indeed, now we feel like it is our home in Norfolk.
We have stayed here with friends (there were 10 of us for dinner on our last Saturday night stay) and have recommended this hotel to many others. All who have stayed have enjoyed their visit,
We will certainly be back in 2008
C.J.Sains

This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
BigColEssex's Summary
Date of Stay: December 2007
Member since: 04 December 2007
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103 Yarmouth Road | Thorpe St Andrew, Norwich NR7 OHF, England