The countryside hotel with underground spa that's minutes from one of the best cities in the UK
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Dunston Hall sits just outside of Norwich city
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On site is an 18 hole golf course with ponds and greenery
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Where is Dunston Hall?
The grand 4-star hotel sits just outside
Norwich city centre is just 12 minutes away by car, or if you fancy a trip to the beach, you can get to the popular seaside resort of Great Yarmouth in 40 minutes.
For any drivers, it has a free car park on-site.
Without a car, you can reach the hotel by bus, which from the city centre takes around 14 minutes from the city centre, or hop in a cab.
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What is the hotel like?
Dunston Hall is the most striking building, it looks like a set from a
It was originally constructed as a manor house in the 1800s and still maintains its Victorian charm on the outside, but has been updated with modern amenities on the inside.
It's surrounded by lush parkland and there's plenty of greenery everywhere you look, there's an incredibly long driveway on arrival, and a fountain outside the hotel.
What is there to do there?
On-site is an 18-hole golf course that's open to guests as well as those on a day trip, and the course is suitable for golfers at all skill levels.
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There's a spa too that's on the ground level, it has a pool, hot tub, sauna and steam room as well as treatment rooms for massages and a manicure and pedicure suite.
Or you can head into Norwich to take a wander around the city, explore the shops and see the famous
The pretty English coastal village with huge sandy beaches where you can spot seals and even your pets are welcome
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On the ground floor are sports facilities and a pool
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You can book in for treatments at the Elemis spa too
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What is there to eat and drink there?
Breakfast is served between 7am and 11am on weekends, so it's perfect for early risers and those who want a lie in. The hotel offers hot and cold buffet options.
The Brasserie restaurant's menu has plenty to offer from sticky pork starters to classic British mains.
There are lots of desserts too from cheesecake to chocolate fondant and smaller temptations like truffles and affogato.
For snacks and drinks, you can head to the Terrace or Bunkers Bar, the hotel also serves afternoon tea from £30pp.
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If it's a
nice
day, head out onto the patio area and choose from the lengthy wine and cocktail menu to enjoy in the sunshine.
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You can have something to eat at the hotel bar, restaurant or on the patio outside
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What are the rooms like?
The rooms are very spacious, with some furniture that matches the Victorian look, and other modern touches like a television, kettle and mini fridge.
The beds are huge and comfy, and the bathroom was spotless.
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We slept in a room on the third floor and it was very quiet despite there being a wedding at the hotel.
Some rooms have air conditioning and others don't so check beforehand and book according to what you need. The room rate starts at £109 per night.
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There are many spacious rooms around the hotel
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Is Dunston Hall family-friendly?
Families can choose from a classic room to deluxe and superior family options and it's easy to get into the city to spend a day together.
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Is there access for guests with disabilities?
Yes, the Classic Accessible rooms are specially adapted rooms with wider doorways and alarm pulls, and there's lift access available throughout the hotel.
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Dunston Hall is 10 minutes from Norwich city centre
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