Situated in the rural Norfolk village of Hilborough, The Swan Inn offers traditional home-cooked food made from local ingredients. Its rooms provide private bathrooms and charming original features. Each room at the Swan Inn includes a TV, tea/coffee-making facilities, and a hairdryer. The traditional pub bar serves a range of ales, lagers, and wines surrounded by exposed beams and historic whitewashed walls. Guests can enjoy the weekly Sunday carvery. Free parking is available at The Swan, and both Castle Acre Priory and Oxburgh Hall are a 15-minute drive away. Gooderstone Water Gardens can be reached in 10 minutes by car.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
7.9
High score for Hilborough
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Hill
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Brilliant location. Loads of parking spaces. Fantasic beer garden.We didn't have breakfast as we had other plans. Owner was brilliant.
  • Terry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    3rd visit for us, ideal base for exploring Thetford forest area, great food menu, and great tasy food. reasonably priced too. great beer selection, overall a great stay. breakfast very good too.
  • Patricia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The apartment we were allocated was ideal for our purposes as a base for sightseeing in the area. The rooms were comfy and clean. The menu in the pub was fantastic and one of our party was thrilled with the range of gluten-free meals. Staff were...
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by The Swan Inn

Company review score: 9.4Based on 1,014 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We are a small family run inn with a fantastic team of people passionate about hospitality, food and customer service. The majority of our team have either always lived or have spent many years living locally with extensive knowledge about the local area and Norfolk.

Property information

The Swan is in the village of Hilborough which has very strong connections to Lord Nelson and his family. We are classed as rural but accessed by a main road. Our building is over 300 years old and was originally built as an Inn, after one change to a post office many years ago, it is now back providing cosy stays and great food to guests on their travels. We offer traditional, hearty food but with a varied menu that includes gluten free, smaller portions, children's and vegan options. We are a dog friendly in our rooms, bar and beer garden.

Neighbourhood information

The Hilborough Swan is located in the beautiful Norfolk country side with Thetford forest a short distance away for many good walks and wildlife. Norwich, Kings Lynn, Bury St Edmunds and not forgetting the many beautiful beaches and coastlines that Norfolk has to offer are all between a 30 & 50minute drive away.

Languages spoken

German,English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Facilities of The Swan Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Packed lunches
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules
The Swan Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroSoloCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about The Swan Inn

  • The Swan Inn has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • The prices at The Swan Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at The Swan Inn is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Yes, The Swan Inn is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Swan Inn is 0.6 miles from the centre of Hilborough. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Swan Inn include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Apartment
    • Suite

  • The Swan Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling