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4- and 5-star hotels in East Dereham
A shortlist of the 4- and 5-star hotels and self-catering stays around East Dereham, comparing 12 properties by class, guest rating and distance from the town centre. It suits couples, families and small groups booking a short break in mid Norfolk.
Staying in East Dereham
East Dereham sits in mid Norfolk, surrounded by farmland, small villages and country lanes, so a stay here is about quiet lanes, gardens and easy runs into the town for shops and meals. The properties on this shortlist are spread across that surrounding countryside: Castle Farm Swanton Morley, Bawdeswell, Thurning, Brisley, Stanfield, Northall Green Lane, Westfield, Quebec Road and Norwich Road, with one address on The Street in East Dereham itself. Distances from the centre run from 3.4 km to 10.8 km, so a car is the practical way to reach most of them.
Couples tend to do well in the smaller converted barns and cottages, with gardens and terraces for slow mornings. Families have room to spread out where there are family rooms, cots and high chairs. Business travellers and short-break visitors are best served by the addresses closest to the centre, while groups wanting kitchens and laundry space will find plenty of self-catering options.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Carrick's At Castle Farm
Castle Farm Swanton Morley, East Dereham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereAt Castle Farm in Swanton Morley, this 5-star stay sits 3.4 km from East Dereham and suits guests who want space and quiet. Breakfast is served on site, and the garden, terrace and picnic area give you somewhere to sit outdoors. Fishing is available, and free car parking plus free wifi cover the practical side. Wheelchair accessible, with luggage storage if you arrive early. A good fit for couples or families touring Norfolk by car.
See Carrick's At Castle FarmSaving Grace
The Street Bawdeswell Bawdeswell Nr20 4Rt United Kingdom Dereham, East Dereham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereRated 5.0 out of 5 from 19 reviews, Saving Grace in Bawdeswell is the strongest guest-rated option on this list. It suits families and longer stays: kitchens and kitchenettes, a swimming pool, a spa and a jacuzzi, with a garden and terrace outside. Pets are allowed, there is free car parking and free wifi, and the beach is nearby.
See Saving GraceYaxham Mill
Norwich Road, East Dereham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereYaxham Mill on Norwich Road is a 4-star base 10.1 km from East Dereham, best for travellers who want a simple, well-equipped room. Every room has a bathroom with hairdryer, toiletries and towels, plus a TV and wifi. The garden and terrace are there for warmer evenings, special diets can be catered for, and parking is free. Non smoking rooms throughout, with laundry service and iron and board if you are staying longer.
See Yaxham Millthe Orangery Suites
Courtyard Barn Roundabout Farm Thurning, East Dereham, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereThe Orangery Suites at Roundabout Farm in Thurning suits families and groups who want room to spread out. Kitchens and kitchenettes, family rooms, a lounge and a jacuzzi make longer stays easy, and breakfast can be brought to your room. Pets are allowed, there are high chairs and a cot, and outside you get a garden, patio and picnic area. Free car parking, free wifi, air conditioning and a shuttle service, 10.2 km from East Dereham.
See the Orangery SuitesThe Old Bakery B B
34 The Street, East Dereham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Internet access
Why stay hereThe Old Bakery B B on The Street is a compact 4-star choice 9.1 km from East Dereham for guests who keep things simple. Wifi and internet access are provided, there is a reception area, car parking, and the property is wheelchair accessible. It suits a short stay or an overnight stop when you plan to be out in the surrounding countryside rather than in the building.
See The Old Bakery B BMill Lodge
Mill Farm The Green Brisley, East Dereham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereMill Lodge at Mill Farm in Brisley is a 4-star self-catering option 5.7 km from East Dereham, aimed at families and guests travelling with dogs. A full kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine and refrigerator covers longer stays, and there is a jacuzzi, a garden, high chairs for children and non smoking rooms. Parking is free, and the location suits anyone who prefers a rural base with their own cooking and laundry.
See Mill LodgeThe Stables
Willow Grange Barns Stanfield, East Dereham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThe Stables at Willow Grange Barns in Stanfield is a 4-star cottage-style stay 7.2 km from East Dereham, good for active guests and families. A kitchen with oven, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine handles self-catering, and a tennis court and garden are on hand. There is a TV, non smoking rooms, and free car parking. Best for those who want their own space and outdoor sport close by.
See The StablesChestnut Lodge
Chestnut Barn Northall Green Lane, East Dereham, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereChestnut Lodge on Northall Green Lane is a 4-star choice 5.5 km from East Dereham, well set up for families. Family rooms, a cot, babysitting service and high chairs are available, alongside a kitchen with dishwasher, microwave and washing machine. A garden, patio, terrace and picnic area extend the living space, and pets are allowed. There is a golf course nearby, plus free wifi, free car parking and wheelchair access.
See Chestnut LodgeGlen Cottage
Dereham Rd_X000d_Westfield, East Dereham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereGlen Cottage on Dereham Road in Westfield is a 4-star self-catering stay 10.8 km from East Dereham. It suits guests who want a quiet rural base with their own kitchen, including a dishwasher, and a washing machine for longer trips. There is a garden, a garage, non smoking rooms and free car parking, and pets are allowed. Wifi and internet access are provided, with towels supplied.
See Glen CottageBarwick Lodge
Barwick House_X000d_The Street_X000d_Bawdeswell_X000d_, East Dereham, United Kingdom
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBarwick Lodge at Barwick House on The Street in Bawdeswell is a 4-star property 3.6 km from East Dereham, suited to guests who want character and privacy. A fireplace and jacuzzi are the standout features, with a kitchen for self-catering and a garden to sit in. Fishing is available, pets are allowed, and wifi and internet access are provided. Non smoking rooms throughout, with towels supplied and first aid on site.
See Barwick LodgeThe Hideaway
The Hideaway 2 Chapel Lane, East Dereham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Hideaway on Chapel Lane is a 4-star stay 10.1 km from East Dereham, good for couples or small groups who want a private base with plenty of facilities. A kitchen and kitchenette with dishwasher, microwave, oven and washing machine, plus a jacuzzi, make longer stays comfortable, and there is a garden, patio and terrace. Free wifi and free car parking, express check in, public transport nearby, and fishing for days out.
See The HideawayGingerbread Cottage Yurts
1 Gingerbread Cottage Quebec Road, East Dereham, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereGingerbread Cottage Yurts on Quebec Road is a 4-star option 6.4 km from East Dereham for guests who want something less conventional. Yurts come with a fireplace, jacuzzi and kitchen, and the garden, patio and terrace give you outdoor space. Fishing and horse riding are available, the beach is nearby, and pets are allowed. Free wifi and free car parking, with express check in and luggage storage.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrick's At Castle Farm | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 3.4 km |
| Saving Grace | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 3.7 km |
| Yaxham Mill | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 10.1 km |
| the Orangery Suites | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 10.2 km |
| The Old Bakery B B | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 9.1 km |
| Mill Lodge | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 5.7 km |
| The Stables | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 7.2 km |
| Chestnut Lodge | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 5.5 km |
| Glen Cottage | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 10.8 km |
| Barwick Lodge | ★★★★ | – | – | Yes | 3.6 km |
| The Hideaway | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 10.1 km |
| Gingerbread Cottage Yurts | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 6.4 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
the Orangery Suites, Chestnut Lodge and The Hideaway list family rooms, cots and high chairs. Chestnut Lodge also has babysitting service.
Pets welcome
Each has a garden or terrace, and all have free wifi, several with free car parking as well.
Saving Grace · the Orangery Suites · Mill Lodge · Chestnut Lodge · Glen Cottage · Barwick Lodge
Top-rated
Saving Grace is the only property here with a guest rating, 5.0 out of 5 from 19 reviews. It is a 4-star stay 3.7 km from the centre with a spa, swimming pool, jacuzzi and free car parking, making it the obvious first pick if guest scores matter most to you.
Questions, answered
Which hotel is closest to East Dereham centre?
Carrick's At Castle Farm is 3.4 km from the centre, followed by Barwick Lodge at 3.6 km and Saving Grace at 3.7 km.
Do any of these hotels have free parking?
Free car parking is listed at Carrick's At Castle Farm, Saving Grace, Yaxham Mill, the Orangery Suites, Mill Lodge, The Stables, Chestnut Lodge, Glen Cottage, The Hideaway and Gingerbread Cottage Yurts. The Old Bakery B B and Barwick Lodge list parking without specifying it as free.
Which hotels allow pets?
Saving Grace, the Orangery Suites, Mill Lodge, Chestnut Lodge, Glen Cottage, Barwick Lodge and Gingerbread Cottage Yurts all state pets allowed. Most of them also have a garden, patio or terrace, so there is outdoor space on site.
Is there a hotel with a pool or spa?
Saving Grace is the only property here listing a swimming pool and a spa, and it also has a jacuzzi. Jacuzzis are additionally listed at the Orangery Suites, Mill Lodge, Barwick Lodge, The Hideaway and Gingerbread Cottage Yurts.
Which are the best options for families?
the Orangery Suites, Chestnut Lodge and The Hideaway list family rooms, cots and high chairs, plus kitchens and laundry service.
What is the highest-rated hotel on this shortlist?
Saving Grace has a guest rating of 5.0 out of 5 from 19 reviews, the only rating shown for these properties. It is a 4-star stay 3.7 km from the centre, with a spa and swimming pool.
Do these hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Carrick's At Castle Farm and the Orangery Suites, which also offers breakfast in room. The other properties on this shortlist do not show breakfast among their facilities.
Which properties include a kitchen?
Kitchens are listed at Saving Grace, the Orangery Suites, Mill Lodge, The Stables, Chestnut Lodge, Glen Cottage, Barwick Lodge, The Hideaway and Gingerbread Cottage Yurts, several with an oven, microwave or dishwasher as well.