I reviewed Norwich's newly revamped Odeon Luxe cinema

There is now recliner seating across all 14 screens and prices start at £9.95 for ages 15 plus and £7.50 for children.

This increases for iSense showings, with improved sound quality and picture, and IMAX, featuring a giant screen.

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Norwich Riverside is also the first site to showcase Odeon's new Luxe Suite concept, which I booked to watch the new Wicked film.

This is what I thought of the new 'Luxe' experience. 

The seating inside the Luxe Suite at Odeon Norwich (Image: Louisa Baldwin)

Comfort

The Odeon Luxe Suite at Screen 13 is reserved for only the biggest blockbusters.

Each compartment features two cocooned recliner seats - I felt this could put off people who go to the cinema solo. 

I am glad I went with my boyfriend as it would have felt awkward next to a stranger.

The plush leather seating was very comfy and I could have easily fallen asleep if I wasn't so engrossed on Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande's spellbinding performances. 

Each chair comes with a moveable table for snacks and a large cupholder - it would have been great to have a slot in the middle for sharing popcorn too. 

The mini torch next to each seat was a nice touch. 

One of the new Coca-Cola Freestyle machines (Image: Louisa Baldwin)

Food and Drink 

There are two ways to order food and drinks in the Odeon Luxe suite.

We opted to pre-order on the app when booking our film tickets.

There is a new main desk in the foyer and it has a designated area for collection.

This worked well as it meant we did not have to join the main queue and got our Sharer Combo quickly after showing an order number. 

It costs £17.99 for a large popcorn, a pack of sweets or chocolate and two medium Coca-Cola Freestyle drinks.

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This is steep but, unfortunately, to be expected at the cinema.

We loved the new freestyle machines where we could pour our own drinks with loads of choices - the peach Fanta was lovely. 

If you order on the day, you need to go to the snazzy new Oscar's Bar and snacks will be delivered to your seat.

The revamped foyer at the Odeon Luxe in Norwich (Image: Louisa Baldwin)

Service 

The service we received was good but there appeared to be a delay with people who ordered food and drinks from Oscar's Bar. 

During the first 15 minutes or so of the film, staff were still bringing in some orders - though they did it very quietly.

Picture Quality and Sound

No complaints here - both were great and the green and pink Wicked palette dazzled on screen. 

Cinema Facilities

The cinema looks fantastic after the revamp - it feels more inviting and the toilets have been given a much-needed refresh. 

I also loved the new free-to-use photobooth with various film backgrounds. 

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The newly revamped Odeon Luxe at Norwich Riverside (Image: Louisa Baldwin)

Price

Tickets in the Luxe Suite cost £15.95 for ages 15 plus and £13.50 for children.

With the high price, it is perhaps better for special occasions as there is still recliner seating in the other screens. 

Overall Thoughts 

I am very impressed with the Odeon refurbishment - it is money well spent.

While prices have increased for all tickets, I think it is worth it for the extra comfort. 

This review is independent and was paid for by this newspaper.