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Byfords

Holt , 1-3 Shirehall Plain (Show on Map)

9.0

Excellent

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Summary of reviewsByfords is a charming and historic hotel located in the centre of Holt, making it an ideal base for exploring the beautiful Norfolk coastline. While some guests had mixed reviews of the breakfast and dinner, many were very satisfied with the quality of the food and the service provided. The rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated with high-quality fixtures and fittings and the hotel prides itself on its cleanliness. The staff are warm, welcoming and accommodating with many guests describing them as exceptional. The beds are also a highlight with guests raving about their comfort. Byfords offers a luxurious and homely feel, making it the perfect choice for a special and indulgent getaway. However, those with specific accessibility needs may struggle with the limited accessible features. Overall, guests consistently complimented the hotel's excellent service, facilities and central location, making it a must-visit destination for anyone looking for an unforgettable experience.
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Room Types

Superior Double Room - Attic Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Room - Disability Access Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Deluxe Double Room Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe Double Room Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Room Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Room Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Double Room Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Double or Twin Room Providing free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This twin/double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room Featuring free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This twin/double room has a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests.

Deluxe Room Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Deluxe Room Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe Family Room Featuring free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This family room has a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 3 beds.

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Guest Reviews

9.0

Excellent

Location

Byfords is an ideal choice for anyone looking for a charming and interesting Norfolk town experience. Located in the centre of Holt which is known for being one of the great tourist attractions in the area, Byfords is perfectly placed in the town making it walking distance of shops, restaurants, cafes, art and craft galleries. The hotel is an historic building and is the oldest building in Holt. Guests love the central location of the hotel and use it as a base for exploring the beautiful Norfolk coastline which is situated close to the hotel. The location is perfect for anyone visiting Holt with the town centre just a stone's throw away. However, car parking is an issue with limited car parking and nearby car parks for guests to use. Despite this, guests appreciate that the hotel is very central to the town centre and offers an excellent location for visits to the Thursford Christmas Spectacular. Anyone choosing to stay at Byfords can't go wrong, it is perfectly positioned in the town center and guests love the great central holt location.

Breakfast

The breakfast at Byfords has received a mixed review from guests; some found it to be disappointing, cold, or tough/chewy. Others, however, raved about the amazing breakfast they experienced. The kitchen offers a limitless selection of breakfast options, including a brunch menu. Breakfast is included in the price of the room and cooked food is available. Quality teas and coffees, along with a large selection of milk types, are also on offer. Some guests appreciated the nice meals served in the restaurant, as well as the option to grab takeaway from the cafe. The reviews were generally positive with guests mentioning how lovely, good and excellent the breakfast was and even calling it the best breakfast experience. Complimentary tea and cake were also a hit with some guests. Vegetarians appreciated the excellent breakfast choices, while others noted the huge and delicious portions. Overall, while some guests had negative experiences, many were very satisfied with the breakfast and found the service and staff to be excellent.

Dinner

Guests have given mixed reviews of the dinner at Byfords. Some say the food was amazing, delicious and fantastic, while others were disappointed and said the food was not up to standard. Some enjoyed a lovely dinner, while others found the evening meal to be disappointing. Some were impressed by the extensive restaurant menu and others found the dining facilities to be too canteen-like. The evening meal had an excellent choice of options at reasonable prices and the food was sublime. However, some guests had issues with dry burgers, tough steak and boring ice-cream sundaes. One menu item was even deemed inedible. On a positive note, some guests received complimentary dinner and others enjoyed 'grazing' for dinner. A few guests were not pleased with the dinner menu, finding the bread with dips to be spread with Italian pesto on top and seafood platter to be fish fingers with a questionable combination. Despite mixed reviews, guests agreed that the food for both dinner and breakfast was excellent. However, some guests commented that the restaurant wasn't at the same level as the accommodation.

Rooms

Byfords hotel boasts a selection of beautiful and spacious rooms that are tastefully decorated with high-quality fixtures and fittings. The rooms are equipped with luxurious bedding, underfloor heating and spacious bathrooms, some with separate rainfall showers and large baths. The traditional building is full of character with its exposed oak beams and the decor throughout the hotel is stylish and clean. Guests can enjoy lovely touches such as fresh lilies and candles in the bathrooms, classical music playing in the rooms on arrival and bottled water, tea, coffee and biscuits in the rooms. However, some guests have noted that some of the rooms were small or had sloping walls and noise could be an issue in some ground floor rooms. Overall, the attention to detail in every respect and the high-quality facilities make Byfords a superb choice for a comfortable and luxurious stay in the quaint town where it's located.

Beds

Byfords hotel boasts some of the comfiest beds around according to guest reviews. The beds are described as perfect, amazing and beyond comfortable with a few guests stating they were the most comfortable they had ever slept on. The luxury bedding and Egyptian cotton linen add to the comfort factor of the beds. Some rooms feature massive and extremely comfortable beds while others have lovely big beds. One guest described their bed as "super comfortable" while another said it was warm and very comfortable. However, there was one review that stated the bed was too hard. Despite this, guests still enjoyed their stay with one referring to their room as "great" and "lovely" with fabulous food and lovely pillows. Bath lovers will also appreciate the lovely bath with bath salts. Overall, guests can expect a very comfortable stay at Byfords.

Cleanliness

Byfords is a hotel that prides itself on cleanliness, as confirmed by numerous satisfied guests. Rooms are stylish and characterful, yet always immaculately clean and tidy. Guests appreciate the modern bathrooms and comfortable, crisp linens. While some reviewers noted specific maintenance issues like cracks in wash basins or limescale in the kettles, overall the hotel is well kept and exceptionally clean. The staff are friendly and professional and Covid security measures are top notch. Fresh flowers in the bathroom are a delightful surprise and the restaurant is clean and hygienic.

Staff

Byfords, a wonderful Bed and Breakfast located in Norfolk, prides itself on its warm and welcoming staff. Guests have raved about the lovely, friendly and helpful staff with many describing them as exceptional, amazing and awesome. The waiting staff may always be busy, but they are obliging and attentive with a customer service experience that simply cannot be beaten. The receptionists were all very friendly with warm and helpful attitudes, while the waiters and front of house staff were all very professional and polite. The majority of the staff were reported to be happy, enthusiastic and accommodating with many guests commenting on their willingness to go above and beyond to make their stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Overall, guests consistently complimented the staff's warm welcoming feel, excellent service and friendly and polite demeanor. Whether it was the young and friendly staff serving at breakfast and dinner, or the reception staff who offered Jelly Babies for the trip home, the service and staff at Byfords were nothing short of superb.

5 Star

Byfords is a hotel that exceeds expectations with exceptional facilities and services that are sure to impress any traveler. Guests rave about the stunning decor and comfortable atmosphere of the hotel, located in a lovely town that is easily accessible. The luxury of the hotel is balanced by a relaxed atmosphere that allows guests to truly unwind. Excellent accommodations and superb service make for a fantastic stay that is thoroughly enjoyable. Guests are eager to return and recommend Byfords to others without hesitation. This exceptional property is imaginatively expanded over the years, making it a must-visit destination for anyone looking for an unforgettable experience.

Accessible

Byfords is centrally located and within walking distance of shops and other attractions, making it a convenient choice for travellers with disabilities. Guests appreciated the ease of accessing their rooms on the ground level without having to navigate stairs or lifts. However, those with specific needs, including wheelchair users, may struggle as the accessible rooms come with a toilet that is too high, almost dangerous. Limited parking is also an issue, but the hotel tries to accommodate guests as best they can. Despite these limitations, guests who do not require specific accessibility features appreciated the rooms and the hotel overall and would return if changes were made.

Luxury

If you're looking for a luxurious B&B getaway, look no further than Byfords. Guests have raved about the homely yet opulent feel of this tastefully appointed property, noting the little luxuries that really make it stand out. From the spacious and beautiful rooms to the special bathrooms (some with baths big enough to swim in!), you're sure to feel relaxed in luxury during your stay. One guest even called their room "truly outstanding" for its character and luxurious feel. And don't even get us started on the food - according to guests, it's too good to rate! All in all, Byfords offers a level of luxury that's not typical of a B&B, making it the perfect choice for a special, indulgent getaway.

No, Byfords doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Byfords.

No, Byfords doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Byfords.

No, Byfords doesn't have a gym.

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