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King's Head Yard | Magdalen Street, Norwich NR3 1JE, England
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Gothic House
Ranked #8 of 75 Norwich B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 100 Reviews
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London, United Kingdom
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“A little gem”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 December 2011
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Gothic House is an architectural delight in a quiet corner of an interesting city. Informative host Clive has anticipated his guests' every need, and breakfast features locally sourced treats like excellent yogurt and marmalade. Antique china adorns the walls, as do pictures of ocean liners: a subject on which Clive has published several works. The bed was very comfortable, with the special touch of ironed sheets. The entertaining antics of Khmer the kitten were an added bonus. I stayed several days, thoroughly enjoyed my visit and can highly recommend this lovely Bed and Breakfast.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Swaffham, United Kingdom
1 review
“Excellent”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 December 2011

We can fully endorse all the positive reviews on this site. Loved the quirky house with its quirky (in a nice way) cat. Location, conversation, bed, breakfast and decor all of the highest order. Perfect pub nearby (real ale, bar billiards) and any number of cinemas and restaurants just minutes from the door. An excellent, civilised B&B in the centre of an excellent, civilised city.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“A first-class B&B with a great host”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 October 2011

Gothic House is perfectly located right in the city centre but surprisingly peaceful and quiet, and is ideal for exploring the delights of Norwich. The whole place has a deliciously quirky appeal with wonderful eclectic collections of antiques and knick-knacks, and Clive is a very helpful, attentive and charming host.

We enjoyed staying in a lovely old-fashioned and tastefully decorated bedroom, with a nice touch of sherry in a decanter to welcome us.

Breakfast was delicious with plenty of variety including a selection of fresh fruit, juices, cereals, yoghurts, eggs cooked any way you like and with smoked salmon if you wish and, of course, a full cooked English breakfast, all using local Norfolk produce whenever possible and served in Clive’s lovely dining room.

We hope to return soon and would not hesitate to recommend Gothic House.

Sandra & John, Barcelona

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Great stay at Gothic House”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 September 2011

A super house full of interesting facts and pieces, tucked away in an unassuming location. We stayed in the bright dual aspect king double room where we were very comfortable. Clive was a welcoming and attentive host and the breakfast was tasty and used good ingredients. The good quality robes provided in the rooms were a nice touch. Khmer the kitten is simply adorable!
We found it easy walking distance from the town centre, handy for the Lanes and Tombland.
The pub next door is friendly and traditional and served good real ale. The main street is a busy thoroughfare with restaurants, charity shops and convenience stores but the house itself is set back within a quiet yard.

Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
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London
1 review
“Simply Wonderful”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 August 2011

Gothic House is a truly fantastic period property located in the heart of Norwich. The attention to detail is second to none and Clive is a lovely and attentive host for whom nothing is too much trouble.

A simply wonderful B&B that we could not recommend highly enough!

Sam and Kirsten

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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King's Head Yard | Magdalen Street, Norwich NR3 1JE, England
Price range (per night):* INR8,289

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