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A modern living room with a grey sofa, a kitchen area with dark cabinets, and a large window with a view of a building.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen area with a microwave and oven.

A black double door with a glass panel, set in a stone wall with a number '6' visible on the door.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

1. Thetford Hive

0.4 km from Dad's Army Museum

Thoralf

SAR 534

SAR 641 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A compact hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a small kitchenette, a mirror, and a foldable ironing board.

A metal rack with multiple hooks holding black items, likely coats or bags, in a room with a wooden door and a textured wall.

2. Premier Inn Thetford

1.6 km from Dad's Army Museum

Clare

SAR 215

SAR 258 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, ornate wall decorations, and a chandelier.

A formal dining room with long tables set for a meal, surrounded by chairs with headrests.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the kitchen through an open doorway.

A large, multi-story building with a stone facade, two cars parked in front, and a well-lit entrance.

3. The Thomas Paine

0.4 km from Dad's Army Museum

Claire

SAR 396

SAR 475 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A bar area with wooden furniture, a clock, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

A traditional building with the name "Bell Inn" on its facade, featuring a classic architectural style with a tiled roof and multiple chimneys.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a wooden fence, and a building with a white facade and a pitched roof.

A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, wooden doors, and a chandelier.

4. The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns

0.3 km from Dad's Army Museum

Dana

SAR 253

SAR 303 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, red umbrellas, and a stone-tiled floor.

A wall with framed historical photographs and a staircase.

A room with a grey armchair, a floral pillow, a mirror, and a wall with a nature-themed wallpaper.

The Elveden Inn entrance with a stone facade, white trim, and a sign above the door.

5. Elveden Inn

6.5 km from Dad's Army Museum

Jacqueline

SAR 454

SAR 545 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A black building with a thatched roof and a sign reading "GUINNESS ARMS."

A breakfast plate with bacon, eggs, and potatoes.

A brick building with a tiled roof, two doors, and a small garden area with plants and outdoor seating.

6. The Guinness Arms

14.2 km from Dad's Army Museum

CAROLINE

SAR 454

SAR 545 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A white building with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by a garden with a wooden raised bed and a stone wall.

A kitchen with a dining table, chairs, and a microwave.

7. The Abbey Hotel and Apartments

19.5 km from Dad's Army Museum

Mark

SAR 577

SAR 693 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A two-story brick building with a red-tiled roof, a central entrance with a small porch, and multiple windows.

A brick building with a large window, a small garden area with a lawn, and outdoor seating.

A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a window with a view of greenery, and a painting on the wall.

A window with a view of a park and a road.

8. Beightons Bed and Breakfast

13.9 km from Dad's Army Museum

David

SAR 404

SAR 485 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A waiting area with benches, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outside.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central chandelier, and large windows providing natural light.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a tiled floor, and walls with the text "THE HEALTH HUB".

A hot tub with a wooden lattice fence and a garage door.

9. All Saints Resort

15.6 km from Dad's Army Museum

Kirsty

SAR 514

SAR 617 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A brick building with a sign reading "Riverside".

A formal dining area with round tables set for a meal, adorned with white tablecloths and glassware.

A grand staircase with ornate railings, a patterned carpet, and a green plant in a vase.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a window with curtains.

10. The Riverside House Hotel

18.3 km from Dad's Army Museum

Dana

SAR 310

SAR 515 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor café with tables and chairs, surrounded by a stone wall and wooden posts.

A dining area with brick walls, a table with chairs, a blue hanging light, and a window with a view of the outside.

A traditional white building with multiple windows, a signboard listing amenities like rooms, garden, cask ales, and all-day dining.

A room with a wooden desk, a chair, a mirror, a lamp, a small refrigerator with bottles, and a shelf with kitchen items.

11. The Dog & Partridge by Greene King Inns

19.2 km from Dad's Army Museum

Denise

SAR 409

SAR 491 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A courtyard with a stone wall, tiled roof, and a picnic table.

A bar with multiple beer taps and a variety of liquor bottles in the background.

A stone building with white trim around windows and doors, a set of stairs leading to the entrance, and a small outdoor seating area.

A formal dining room with tables set for multiple guests, a fireplace, and a chandelier.

12. The Crown Hotel

12.8 km from Dad's Army Museum

Richard

SAR 343

SAR 412 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A patio with tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a wooden door.

A traditional brick building with a pub sign, a small garden with flowers, and a blue umbrella.

A bar area with a brick fireplace, wooden furniture, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, surrounded by wooden chairs.

13. The Olde Windmill Inn

19 km from Dad's Army Museum

Carol

SAR 248

SAR 297 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A neatly made bed with white linens and multiple pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, umbrellas, and a garden setting.

A traditional white building with a sign reading 'The Bull Inn' and a blue car parked in front.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, chairs, and a bottle of wine on the table.

14. The Bull Inn

17.5 km from Dad's Army Museum

Diego

SAR 310

SAR 372 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A historic building with a facade covered in ivy and pink flowers, featuring a central entrance with a sign reading "WELCOME".

A modern living room with a grey sofa, orange velvet armchair, and two marble coffee tables.

A bathroom with a copper bathtub, wooden flooring, and patterned walls.

A restaurant with a brick wall, wooden tables, and blue cushioned seating.

15. The Angel Hotel

18.8 km from Dad's Army Museum

Donna

SAR 744

SAR 893 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a television screen.

A brick building with multiple windows, a pathway, and a grassy area.

A hotel lobby with seating, a check-in counter, a television, and a wall mural.

16. Premier Inn Bury St Edmunds Town Centre

19.1 km from Dad's Army Museum

Jacqueline

SAR 215

SAR 258 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A wooden building with a tiled roof, large windows, and a small tree in a planter.

A cozy room with a wooden dining table, a red leather chair, a white sofa, and a tiled floor.

A bedroom with two beds, a brick wall, wooden doors, and a sloped ceiling.

An outdoor patio with a round table and wicker chairs, surrounded by a stone floor and bordered by a low hedge.

17. Appletree Cottages

17.7 km from Dad's Army Museum

Matthew

SAR 275

SAR 330 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bar area with stools, a counter with bottles, and a large metal structure.

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a chair, a sofa, a fireplace, and a window.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a dresser, and a chair.

A church with a tall spire silhouetted against a sunset.

18. The Old Cannon Brewery

18.3 km from Dad's Army Museum

Paul

SAR 496

SAR 496 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

19. Bridge Hotel Brandon

9.7 km from Dad's Army Museum

PAUL

SAR 365

SAR 438 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A cozy outdoor seating area with two plush armchairs, a small table, and potted plants.

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two red pillows, and a stack of white towels.

A bar area with wooden tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a stone wall backdrop.

A sunroom with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a view of the city.

20. Dragonfly Hotel Bury St Edmunds

19.2 km from Dad's Army Museum

Claire

SAR 267

SAR 320 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Dad's Army Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Thetford Hive	8.6 Excellent 14 reviews	View
Premier Inn Thetford	8.4 Very good 7 reviews	View
The Thomas Paine	7.6 Good 163 reviews	View
The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns	7.4 Good 565 reviews	View
Elveden Inn	9.6 Exceptional 716 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Dad's Army Museum

The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns

Thetford

SAR 253

SAR 303 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a staircase, and a view of the backyard.

A glass table with a decorative tray holding a green glass pitcher and a clear glass.

A modern kitchen with a brick wall, black cabinets, and a dining area with a bench.

A modern kitchen with exposed brick walls, black cabinetry, and a dining area with a bench.

Stylish Home in Thetford City Centre Near A11 & Forest

Thetford

SAR 616

SAR 1,042 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

Elveden Inn

Thetford

SAR 454

SAR 545 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A traditional house with a dark wooden door, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and string lights.

A room with a bed, two sofas, a table with a lamp, and a bust sculpture.

A cozy living room with two armchairs, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.

Grange Farm House

Thetford

SAR 423

SAR 507 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

The Crown Hotel

Thetford

SAR 343

SAR 412 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

All Saints Resort

Bury St Edmunds

SAR 514

SAR 617 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

The Guinness Arms

Bury St Edmunds

SAR 454

SAR 545 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious living room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a staircase leading to another level.

A dining table with wine glasses, a bottle of wine, and plates of food.

A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and a window.

A cozy living room with a wooden coffee table, a white sofa with orange cushions, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a kitchen area with a white cabinet and a television on the wall.

May Barn, Ixworth

Bury St Edmunds

SAR 1,812

SAR 2,174 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

Top Dad's Army Museum Hotel Reviews

Best Western Priory Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Overall, very good. No air conditioning though."

The Crown Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I did not use the bar or have a breakfast this time but bar looked good and all staff i spoke to were great. The room was very clean very comfortable, will use again"

Lamb Hotel by Greene King Inns

10/10 Excellent

"Clean tidy good value for money. Very good for a chain pub/hotel"

The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns

8/10 Good

"Cheap for room, friendly staff, good choice for food at hotel, good choice or pubs and shops around hotel"

Three Kings

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent staff and very good food, Very clean room and comfy bed. Enjoyed it!!"

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Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life in Thetford. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

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In the Footsteps of Thomas Paine – Museum in Thetford

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in In the Footsteps of Thomas Paine – Museum in Thetford during your travels in Thetford. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

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Charles Burrell Museum

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Charles Burrell Museum in Thetford. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

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Thetford Priory

After visiting Thetford Priory, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Thetford. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

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Breckland Leisure Centre and Waterworld

Enjoy an outing to Breckland Leisure Centre and Waterworld during your stay in Thetford. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

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High Lodge Visitor Centre

9.2/10 (25 reviews)

High Lodge Visitor Centre is just one of the places to see in Santon Downham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

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Go Ape Thetford

You can take time to visit Go Ape Thetford during your travels to Santon Downham. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

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Thorpe Woodlands Adventure Centre

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can take time to visit Thorpe Woodlands Adventure Centre during your travels to Harling. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dad's Army Museum?

Dad's Army Museum is located in a welcoming area of Thetford known for its picturesque gardens and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 19 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Dad's Army Museum?

Adjacent to Dad's Army Museum, The Thomas Paine is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good choices around the area include The Crown Hotel and All Saints Resort.

How many hotels will I find near Dad's Army Museum?

Expedia has 19 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Dad's Army Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dad's Army Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Dad's Army Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Dad's Army Museum?

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What can I see and do near Dad's Army Museum?

Sights like Elveden Estate and Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life highlight some of the local culture. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Go Ape Thetford, Thorpe Woodlands Adventure Centre, and Peddars Way while you're in the area. In the Footsteps of Thomas Paine – Museum in Thetford and Charles Burrell Museum are both worth a visit while you're checking out the area.

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Our top choices for Dad's Army Museum hotels

1. Thetford Hive

2. Premier Inn Thetford

3. The Thomas Paine

4. The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns

5. Elveden Inn

6. The Guinness Arms

7. The Abbey Hotel and Apartments

8. Beightons Bed and Breakfast

9. All Saints Resort

10. The Riverside House Hotel

11. The Dog & Partridge by Greene King Inns

12. The Crown Hotel

13. The Olde Windmill Inn

14. The Bull Inn

15. The Angel Hotel

16. Premier Inn Bury St Edmunds Town Centre

17. Appletree Cottages

18. The Old Cannon Brewery

19. Bridge Hotel Brandon

20. Dragonfly Hotel Bury St Edmunds

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Hotels recommended for families near Dad's Army Museum

The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns

Stylish Home in Thetford City Centre Near A11 & Forest

Elveden Inn

Grange Farm House

The Crown Hotel

All Saints Resort

The Guinness Arms

May Barn, Ixworth

Top Dad's Army Museum Hotel Reviews

Best Western Priory Hotel

The Crown Hotel

Lamb Hotel by Greene King Inns

The Bell Hotel Thetford by Greene King Inns

Three Kings

Other attractions near Dad's Army Museum

Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life

In the Footsteps of Thomas Paine – Museum in Thetford

Charles Burrell Museum

Thetford Priory

Breckland Leisure Centre and Waterworld

High Lodge Visitor Centre

Go Ape Thetford

Thorpe Woodlands Adventure Centre

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