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Recruiting Sergeant

3.5 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, steps from Norfolk Broads

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Double Room, Ensuite | WiFi
Exterior
Exterior
Restaurant
Lobby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

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Norwich Road, Horstead, Norwich, England, NR12 7EE
  • Wroxham Barns
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • BeWILDerwood
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Carrow Road
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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Room options

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Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | WiFi

Classic Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room, Ensuite | WiFi

Classic Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Norwich

Recruiting Sergeant places you adjacent to Norfolk Broads. This 5-room, 3.5-star guesthouse has free breakfast and a restaurant, along with free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Wroxham Barns - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • BeWILDerwood - 8 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Norwich Cathedral - 14 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Carrow Road - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • University of East Anglia - 16 min drive - 9.9 miles

Getting around

  • Hoveton and Wroxham Station - 5 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St Faiths Centre - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Fox - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chequers Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buxton Fish & Chip Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Recruiting Sergeant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Recruiting Sergeant

Guesthouse with free breakfast, steps from Norfolk Broads
Recruiting Sergeant offers free WiFi in public areas and a meeting room. There's free parking if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park

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 parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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 and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Norwich Recruiting Sergeant Inn
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Recruiting Sergeant Inn
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Recruiting Sergeant Guesthouse
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Recruiting Sergeant?

Recruiting Sergeant provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Recruiting Sergeant?

As of May 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Recruiting Sergeant on May 14, 2025 start from $149.3, 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.

What is there to do around Recruiting Sergeant?

This guesthouse is located in Norwich, just steps from Norfolk Broads. You'll also find Wroxham Barns and Hoveton Hall Gardens within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Recruiting Sergeant?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Recruiting Sergeant feature a casino on the premises?

No, Recruiting Sergeant doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Recruiting Sergeant?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Recruiting Sergeant?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including a bar, a restaurant, and a nature reserve.

Are there hot tubs at Recruiting Sergeant?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Recruiting Sergeant have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Recruiting Sergeant serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does Recruiting Sergeant allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Recruiting Sergeant for a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Recruiting Sergeant?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Recruiting Sergeant?

The closest major airport to Recruiting Sergeant is Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.), which is 7.9 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Recruiting Sergeant?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Recruiting Sergeant.

Recruiting Sergeant Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stuart

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Amazing food. Basic rooms

The rooms are basic, and as a repeat customer I know this. No shower in this particular room, but a large bath. Biggest issue - room was freezing with no way to tweak heating. No iron in the room either.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

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

Amazing food

Amazing stay with amazing food
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Julie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely property

Hotel was very nice but really busy so parking was an issue. We had the attic room which had a low slanted ceiling which I wouldn’t want to stay in again. No WiFi code given and bathroom too hot.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We choose this venue as a base to explore Norfolk for a weekend, the location makes it an easy drive to the beach. We couldn't fault the food it was amazing and the staff are very friendly and helpful :) The best thing about our room was the under floor heating in the bathroom, the rest of the room was just adequate, could do with a little bit of an up grade. The upstairs and leading to the bedrooms just looked a little shabby.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

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

Lovely rooms amazing food

Lovely rooms ,lovely staff ,food amazing and breakfast was so nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abeel

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing food. Staff go above and beyond and the rooms are impeccable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mrs K M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely two night stay. Room good and well fitted out. Food great but beware it’s over generous!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room food and staff really nice ! Breakfast was outstanding served by a lovely lady
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

kim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly. Great food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

P A

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

GREAT PLACE TO STAY

This is the second time my wife and I have stayed here. The room we had overlooked the car park at the front but no problem whatsoever. Decent size room with good sized bathroom. Clean and tidy with good storage space. We first visited for an evening meal a few years ago and were impressed by both the welcome we got, and also the quality and variety of the food. Nothing has changed in that time with standards being just as high. Convenient for Norwich, the Broads and the coast, and serving an excellent breakfast, I can recommend The Recruiting Sergeant to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service friendly staff ,lovely bar restaurant and a great room for our stay. Room was on the front but there was no traffic noise disturbance overnight. Overall a Brilliant place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

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

Dissapointing stay

Disappointing stay.small room in loft space.paintwork shabby. My eggs benedict were cold on arrival and finally asked for £10 more thanrate given when booked. Wont be returning here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

Wondeful stay

Amazing food and super friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No words explain this stay food was stunning and room was cosy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

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

Lovely stay

A lovely stay, extremely friendly staff, excellent food. Very good location for exploring Norfolk.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023