Royal Hotel, Norwich

The Royal Hotel is a six-storey building at the western end of Prince of Wales Road, featuring decorative brickwork patterning above the entrance. The structure displays characteristic late Victorian design with substantial facade elements and crafted details throughout.

The building was constructed in 1897 according to designs by Edward Boardman, replacing an older coaching inn that previously occupied the site. Its construction marked the modernization of this important urban area in late 19th century Norwich.

The dining room hosted political meetings and social gatherings, serving as a meeting point for Norwich's prominent residents. This role established it as a center of the city's social life.

The building operated as a hotel until 1977, when limited parking led to its conversion into a modern business center. Visitors should note that current use differs from its original hotel function.

During construction in 1896, workers discovered remains of Norwich Castle's outer fortifications beneath the site. This archaeological find revealed deep medieval connections to the city's past.

Location: Norwich

Inception: 1897

Architects: Edward Boardman

Official opening: November 16, 1897

GPS coordinates: 52.62952,1.29844

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:47