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A bedroom with a large bed, two nightstands, and a wooden ceiling beam structure.

A two-story building with a green facade and a dark roof, featuring a sign that reads "The Old Mill."

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a window with curtains.

A river meandering through a green landscape with trees and open fields.

1. Sir Alfred Munnings Hotel

18.2 km from The Playbarn

michael

AED 324

AED 389 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A riverside building with a glass conservatory, a brick facade, and a green sign.

A dining table with plates of food, wine glasses, and beer cans.

A riverside house with a large window and a covered terrace.

A neatly made bed with a headboard, two bedside lamps, and a nightstand.

2. Waveney House Hotel

19 km from The Playbarn

Isabelle

AED 546

AED 656 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A large tent with a wooden deck, picnic table, and grill area.

A compact kitchen with wooden countertops, a built-in oven, a sink, and a hanging rack.

A cozy room with a wood-burning stove, a sofa, and a wooden wall.

A circular sign with the text "Dawn Chorus Luxury Glamping Holidays" and a website address.

3. Dawn Chorus Holidays

17.9 km from The Playbarn

Lea

AED 529

AED 635 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area with a zigzag backsplash.

A conservatory with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging light fixtures.

A conservatory with wicker furniture, a marble table, and potted plants.

4. Park Farm Hotel & Leisure

12.6 km from The Playbarn

Emma

AED 725

AED 968 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a staircase, and hanging plants.

A bar area with wooden decor, leather chairs, and a marble table.

A large indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, surrounded by seating areas and illuminated by ambient lighting.

A spacious living room with a large red sofa, a fireplace, and a chandelier.

5. Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort

4.3 km from The Playbarn

Martin

AED 443

AED 532 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror above the headboard, and bedside lamps.

A cozy library with bookshelves, a fireplace, a sofa, and a table.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and cabinets.

A three-tiered tea service with sandwiches, scones, and a strawberry. There are two cups of tea, a teapot, and a small vase with flowers on the table.

6. George Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Golden Triangle, 7.5 km from The Playbarn

Thomas

AED 361

AED 433 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious, well-lit dining area with high ceilings and chandeliers, featuring a variety of seating arrangements and a central decorative plant.

An attic bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with multiple pillows, a round ottoman, a vintage bathtub, and a small table with a lamp.

A lobby with a brick wall, tiled floor, and a wooden door.

A Wine Press fine dining establishment with a classic car displayed outside.

7. The Maids Head Hotel

Norwich City Center, 8.3 km from The Playbarn

Brian

AED 529

AED 635 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern dining area with wooden chairs and tables, a kitchen area, and yellow seating on the right.

A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and weight machines.

A hot tub with metal railings, surrounded by frosted glass windows and a tiled floor.

A historic building with a large arched entrance, a turret, and a stone facade.

8. Holiday Inn Norwich by IHG

Lakenham, 6 km from The Playbarn

Nancy

AED 300

AED 360 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A building with a large lawn, a tree, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a tray with breakfast items, and a window with curtains.

A dining table set with multiple wine glasses, a candle, and cutlery.

An indoor swimming pool with clear views of a green landscape through large windows.

9. Barnham Broom Hotel, Golf & Spa

19.1 km from The Playbarn

pete

AED 494

AED 592 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern hotel room with a wooden door leading to a bedroom with a bed and a desk.

A street view of Wellington Apartments, featuring a mix of brick and modern facade buildings, a narrow road, and a clear sky.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a kettle, and a toaster.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a built-in oven.

10. Wellington Apartments

Norwich City Center, 8 km from The Playbarn

Andy

AED 292

AED 350 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, two nightstands, a mirror, and a decorative wall.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and a seating area with tables.

A living room with a large TV mounted on a wall with a tropical wallpaper, a green sofa, a small table, and a coffee table.

A wooden deck with wicker furniture, including a chair and a table, and a hanging chair.

11. The Swan Motel

17.6 km from The Playbarn

Natalie

AED 344

AED 413 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious living room with two leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

A building with a sign reading 'ENTRANCE' above the door, a small tree in front, and a window with a view.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with curtains, a bathroom with a mirror and sink, and a door.

A breakfast bar with various food items and beverages.

12. Marlborough Hotel

Thorpe Hamlet, 7.4 km from The Playbarn

Keith

AED 242

AED 290 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A covered patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a white door.

A neatly made bed with two decorative pillows, a dark headboard, and floral wallpaper with wall sconces.

A living room with a fireplace, sofas, and a large mirror.

A garden with a pond, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

13. Best Western Annesley House Hotel

7.5 km from The Playbarn

Ella

AED 344

AED 413 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large wooden island, a separate bedroom with a bed and a desk, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a built-in microwave, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, and an arched doorway leading to a dining area.

A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and pendant lighting.

14. Nysdill Accommodation Ltd

Golden Triangle, 8.5 km from The Playbarn

David

AED 198

AED 237 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A staircase with a black and white patterned wall, a white balustrade, and a view of a building with a bell tower.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a built-in oven, and a window with a view of the city.

A reception area with a 'WELCOME' sign, a 'No 10 The Abbey' sign, and two armchairs.

A Victorian-style building with a prominent entrance, a sign reading "No 10 The Abbey," and a black wrought iron fence in front.

15. Number 10 The Abbey

15.4 km from The Playbarn

Kerrie

AED 402

AED 482 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A grand chandelier with intricate crystal details and a large, ornate ceiling with a skylight.

A table set for a meal with a bottle of champagne, glasses, a plate of pastries, and a flower centerpiece.

A hanging flower pot with pink flowers, a wicker chair, and a balcony with potted plants.

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, wooden tables, and large windows with green plants.

16. St Giles House Hotel

Norwich City Center, 8.3 km from The Playbarn

Jane

AED 431

AED 517 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious dining area with striped chairs and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a wooden headboard, a bed with white bedding, and a control panel with a light.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a vending machine.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small wooden table, and a bed with a white headboard.

17. Holiday Inn Express Norwich by IHG

11.5 km from The Playbarn

Akiko

AED 243

AED 316 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a brick wall, a hot tub, and a bench.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a variety of seating options, a fireplace, and a wall adorned with framed pictures.

A modern restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a mural on the wall.

A gym with multiple exercise machines, a brick wall, and a ceiling with skylights.

18. Holiday Inn Norwich North by IHG

12.7 km from The Playbarn

Michael

AED 268

AED 321 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A wooden door with the name "TILNEY" on it, leading to a room with a white bathtub and a grey sofa.

A cozy room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden table, and a bench. There is a window with curtains, a mirror, and a lamp on a side table.

A modern loft apartment with a living room, dining area, and kitchen.

A living room with a round table, two armchairs, a fireplace, and a kitchen in the background.

19. The Kings Head Bawburgh

13.3 km from The Playbarn

Andrew

AED 537

AED 645 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling beam, a nightstand with a lamp, and a tropical-themed wall art.

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a bed with a floral-patterned duvet, and decorative pillows.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a wooden vanity, and a stone-tiled floor.

A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed, a dresser, a TV, a small table with a kettle, and a window.

20. The Stag

13.9 km from The Playbarn

Teresa

AED 397

AED 476 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to The Playbarn

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sir Alfred Munnings Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 275 reviews	View
Waveney House Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 212 reviews	View
Dawn Chorus Holidays	10.0 Exceptional 40 reviews	View
Park Farm Hotel & Leisure	9.4 Exceptional 943 reviews	View
Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort	8.4 Very good 1,003 reviews	View

Top The Playbarn Hotel Reviews

The Maids Head Hotel

8/10 Good

"Parking service and staff excellent. Breakfast lukewarm and cooled rapidly - disappointing. Otherwise an excellent location within easy walk of central Norwich"

Holiday Inn Norwich City by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very enjoyable 3 night stay. Well equipped and comfortable room overlooking Norwich city football ground. Plenty of parking both outside the hotel and a few yards away for the football ground. Excellent breakfast choice. Couldn't fault it. 15 min walk into city or catch the number 25 bus nearby. Thank you."

Nysdill Accommodation Ltd

8/10 Good

"There should have been some coat hangers for storing certain items of clothing. The mattress I slept on had seen better days and really needed replacing. The information above is meant only to assist in establishing improved hotel stays. Thank You."

Sugarbeat Eating House

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely friendly staff, always remembering that I stayed before. We get the room we have requested. We order a vegetarian roast which is outstanding, food delicious and hot. Plenty of parking. Depending where the room is you can hear the traffic going past in the evening & mornings but overall alovely stay. That's why we keep going back and also you have a choice of breakfast part of the deal."

3 bedroom accommodation in Stoke Holy Cross

10/10 Excellent

"Beautifully decorated and cozy cottage with well equipped kitchen and amenities. Hosts were very helpful and friendly with advice on where to visit. Couldn't recommend enough for proximity to Norwich and nearby Broads. Handy park and ride 7 min drive away for the city."

Other attractions near The Playbarn

High Ash Farm

Enjoy an outing to High Ash Farm during your stay in Caistor St Edmund and Bixley. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Danby Wood

Explore the lovely green spaces of Danby Wood and also enjoy the golf courses in Norwich. Attend a football game or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Norfolk Snowsports Club

Hit the slopes at Norfolk Snowsports Club during your trip to Norwich. Attend a football game or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Seething Village Hall

Seething Village Hall is just one of the places to see in Seething, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Ashby and Thurton Village Hall

After visiting Ashby and Thurton Village Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Thurton.

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Hellington Low Common

You can take time to visit Hellington Low Common during your travels to Hellington.

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Whitlingham Country Park

Whitlingham Country Park is just one of the places to see in Norwich, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a football game or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Marston Marshes

Explore the lovely green spaces of Marston Marshes and also enjoy the golf courses in Norwich. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Playbarn?

The Playbarn is located in a welcoming area of Poringland known for its array of dining options and bar scene. You'll find 176 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near The Playbarn?

Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a golf course. It's located 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from The Playbarn. Other good options within 5 miles include Brasted's Lodge and The Kings Head Inn.

How many hotels can I expect to find near The Playbarn?

Expedia has 176 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from The Playbarn.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Playbarn, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to The Playbarn.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near The Playbarn?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near The Playbarn, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near The Playbarn?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Norwich Castle and Royal Norfolk Regimental Museum. Dragon Hall, Castle Keep, and Surrey House are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can wander around Lion Wood, Castle Green, or Danby Wood if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for The Playbarn hotels

1. Sir Alfred Munnings Hotel

2. Waveney House Hotel

3. Dawn Chorus Holidays

4. Park Farm Hotel & Leisure

5. Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort

6. George Hotel, BW Signature Collection

7. The Maids Head Hotel

8. Holiday Inn Norwich by IHG

9. Barnham Broom Hotel, Golf & Spa

10. Wellington Apartments

11. The Swan Motel

12. Marlborough Hotel

13. Best Western Annesley House Hotel

14. Nysdill Accommodation Ltd

15. Number 10 The Abbey

16. St Giles House Hotel

17. Holiday Inn Express Norwich by IHG

18. Holiday Inn Norwich North by IHG

19. The Kings Head Bawburgh

20. The Stag

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Top The Playbarn Hotel Reviews

The Maids Head Hotel

Holiday Inn Norwich City by IHG

Nysdill Accommodation Ltd

Sugarbeat Eating House

3 bedroom accommodation in Stoke Holy Cross

Other attractions near The Playbarn

High Ash Farm

Danby Wood

Norfolk Snowsports Club

Seething Village Hall

Ashby and Thurton Village Hall

Hellington Low Common

Whitlingham Country Park

Marston Marshes

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