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title: "The Castle, Norwich: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "The Castle in Norwich: rated 9.1 by guests, Guesthouse. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-12
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Guesthouse · Eviivo
# The Castle

Britannia Barracks, Norwich, United Kingdom

9.1 ·  Excellent 29 reviews ·  #5 #5 of 28 in Norwich ·  5.4 Location score
## About The Castle

The Castle is a guesthouse in Britannia Barracks, Norwich, United Kingdom. Guests rate it 9.1 out of 10 across 29 reviews. Facilities include free breakfast, bar, free parking. It is 1.5 km from the centre of Norwich. The nearest airport, Norwich Airport (NWI), is 4.9 km away.

- **Type:** Guesthouse

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 12:00

- **Rooms:** 8

- **Chain:** Eviivo

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 0

1 Spitalfields

## How The Castle scores

Better rated than 86% of hotels in Norwich

-   Guest rating **9.1**
-   Location **5.4**
-   Public transport **6.1**

Norwich average

## Amenities

Free breakfastBarFree parking

### Food & drink

-   Free breakfast
-   Bar

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Coffee or tea maker
-   Blackout curtains

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **5.4**/10

- **Walk grade:** **50**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **15**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **3**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Norwich</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">870 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">14 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Norwich Airport (NWI)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4.9 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">11 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Norwich</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.5 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">24 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   English Heritage - Cow Tower120 m
-   Edith Cavell Grave620 m
-   John Jarrold Printing Museum660 m
-   Norwich Museums & Archaeology Service1.1 km
-   Norfolk County Council1.1 km
-   Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell1.1 km

## The Castle: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. The hotel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. The hotel is completely smoke-free. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at hotel are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning. Expand your in-room entertainment choices with various amenities, such as television offered in certain accommodations. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker. Maintain your cleanliness and feel revitalized using a hair dryer available in select guest restrooms. Begin your day on a delightful note with a scrumptious complimentary breakfast, consistently served at The Castle . Experience a fantastic evening effortlessly! Relish an entertaining night without venturing beyond the confines of the bar.

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## Questions about The Castle

### How do guests rate The Castle?

The Castle has a guest rating of 9.1 out of 10 from 29 reviews, which is better than 86% of rated hotels in Norwich.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Castle?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 12:00.

### Does The Castle include breakfast?

The listing mentions free breakfast. Check the room you book to confirm it is included.

### Is there parking at The Castle?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is The Castle from the airport?

The nearest airport, Norwich Airport (NWI), is 4.9 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does The Castle have?

The Castle has 8 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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