A short walk from Canterbury city centre and its world-famous Cathedral, this privately-owned hotel is set within a Victorian townhouse, amid 2 acres of well-maintained grounds.
Jennifer
United Kingdom
This hotel is charming,reminds me of how it used to be staying in a hotel before the invasion of large hotel chains,. Clean , quiet, excellent breakfast, lovely gardens and bar closes at a reasonable time. Felt very relaxed at the end of my stay.
With a 24-hour front desk, this hotel offers free breakfasts and a modern restaurant. Holiday Inn Express Canterbury is situated in Upper Harbledown, just outside historic Canterbury.
Karie
United Kingdom
customer service from staff was great from the time we checked in, during the stay and on check out.
In the private and peaceful grounds of Canterbury Cathedral, this stylish lodge offers free Wi-Fi, hearty breakfasts and scenic views. Canterbury’s historic centre is a 2-minute walk away.
Hendrik
Netherlands
Very friendly staff. Nice room. Good breakfast. Fantastic location right next to the cathedral. We definitely plan to visit again.
In 2 acres of landscaped gardens, Abbots Barton Hotel has a traditional restaurant and elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi. The hotel is just outside Canterbury centre, half a mile from Canterbury...
This charming hotel is 2 miles from Canterbury and close to Dover and the Eurostar. Dating back to the 12th century, it is surrounded by picturesque hills and fruit trees.
Situated in Canterbury and with Canterbury East Train Station reachable within 500 metres, Hampton by Hilton Canterbury features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property...
Just meters from Canterbury’s medieval West Gate, this charming building dates back to 1403.
Sally
United Kingdom
Location was perfect for the Marlowe Theatre, and the hotel had parking, although an extra charge it was reasonable for 24hrs. Our room was comfortable and cool on a very hot day. The staff without exception were cheerful, friendly and helpful. We would stay here again when visiting Canterbury.
Situated within the Roman city walls of historic Canterbury’s centre, this family-run hotel dates back to the 16th century. It offers free WiFi, and a cosy, oak-beamed bar.
Jan
New Zealand
Breakfast was great, as were the bar facilities
Quirky features like the uneven floor!
Located in Canterbury, within a few steps of Canterbury Cathedral and 4.1 km of University of Kent, Thomas Ingoldsby Wetherspoon provides accommodation with a restaurant and a bar, and free WiFi...
Paul
United Kingdom
Superb room with a lot of thought having gone into adding the extras like oat milk, good size fluffy towels. Great shower.
Thanington Hotel is a charming 18th-century property with an indoor swimming pool, spa and free Wi-Fi. Canterbury town centre and cathedral are a 15-minute walk away.
Breakfast was excellant room was excellant did not use the pool
With a 24-hour front desk, this hotel offers free breakfasts and a modern restaurant. Holiday Inn Express Canterbury is situated in Upper Harbledown, just outside historic Canterbury.
The staff very friendly and the breakfast was nice.
Surrounded by 300 acres of parkland with a labyrinth and nature trails, the 4-star VisitEngland campus-graded accommodation offers single and double en-suite rooms with tea and coffee making...
Good quality basic accommodation. Very good breakfast.
With a 4-star rating, this characteristic pub with an open fire and beams offers home cooked cuisine.
Staff were exceptionally friendly and very helpful
FAQs about hotels in Canterbury
On average, 3-star hotels in Canterbury cost £104 per night, and 4-star hotels in Canterbury are £135 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Canterbury can on average be found for £192 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
Canterbury’s religious and historic significance has inspired literary greatness. Chaucer’s ‘Canterbury Tales’ were based on pilgrimages to the bygone shrine of Thomas A Becket, who was murdered here. The Marlowe Theatre is named after the 16th-century playwright born here, and the Canterbury Museum has an exhibit on Rupert Bear, whose author lived in this River Stour city.
River cruises and punting provide fantastic views of the striking weavers’ houses right on the water, and of Westgate - the UK’s largest city gate. Other sections of the city walls remain, and there are also ruins of St Augustine’s Abbey, named after the 6th-century saint who brought Christianity to England. He was the first Archbishop of Canterbury, but the modern-day seat is the UNESCO World Heritage-listed cathedral, dating to the 12th century.
From the same period are the Norman castle ruins, occupying the site of a wooden fort constructed by William the Conqueror. The mound they sit on in Dane John Gardens is thought to be a Roman cemetery, and an original mosaic is visible in the Roman Museum.
In the Buttermarket half-timbered houses and historic inns are interspersed with shops, and big name brands line the Whitefriars Shopping Centre. The Canterbury accommodation on Booking.com includes luxury hotels with swimming pools, cheap hostels and city centre B&Bs.
What guests said about Canterbury:
8.0
Scored 8.0
I spent a lot of time in the cathedral, it is very...
I spent a lot of time in the cathedral, it is very interesting and the guided tour for five pounds was excellent. The city is charming with lots of interesting buildings.
I ate at The Cosy Club which has good food, pleasant staff and an especially good miso based pudding. The Chapter Pizza restaurant was very good as well. Both restaurants are very reasonably priced.
Madeleine
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Saw the Cathedral and although not religious was fantastic...
Saw the Cathedral and although not religious was fantastic to see it and the history about it. Village near it was lovely and some very old houses. The Old butter market pub, excellent food and great prices!
Peter
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
There is so much to see and do in Canterbury.
There is so much to see and do in Canterbury.
I would recommend a walking tour with a guide.
Apart from the cathedral, there are plenty of fascinating old buildings to see and the history of the place.
The shopping in Canterbury is very good, with lots of small and large shops.
There is such a wide choice of restaurants, cafés, and pubs.
French granny
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Lovely place with lots of unique shops also the main shops...
Lovely place with lots of unique shops also the main shops and banks you would expect in a big city. Used Canterbury East station and South East Kent trains to travel to Dover Castle . Luke at the hotel told us how to get there only a 5 minute walk from the hotel.
Plenty of places to eat or buy food from.
Judith
United Kingdom
6.0
Scored 6.0
A busy bustling place.
A busy bustling place. The older part of the city is full of narrower streets with independent shops, and is by far the nicer area to stroll around.
The cathedral is very interesting, but the charge of £17 to enter is a rip off.
Phil Rowley
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Canterbury is an historic city, as such is easy to get...
Canterbury is an historic city, as such is easy to get around ancient streets, very intimate centre. For me the Lovely Cathedral is the jewel in the crown, and from the Hampton by Hilton Hotel is a few minutes walk, I could see the Spires from room windows.. This hotel has a rooftop restaurant and the views from there are spectacular, I went for a look.
As I travel alone I usually eat at M&S Cafes or similar, and if I need anything else take back sandwiches to hotel. I can recommend Canterbury for a visit, I got train from London St, Pancras to Canterbury West Station, hotel 10 mins walk or Taxi £7,00.
Upon arrival, we were greeted by the very pleasant and friendly owner Stuart who showed us to our rooms and offered advice on nearby attractions. The breakfast was amazing one of the best I had ever had I must add as I am a bit of a foodie. Great location, roughly a 7min drive to Canterbury Town centre. My daughter enjoyed the surrounding woodland with resident wild pigs which gave the setting a back to nature ambience. Would definitely recommend and visit again if in the area.
The staff was amazing and so helpful. I had all my bridal party staying at the hotel and they went above and beyond. The breakfast was amazing (continental buffet -pastries were so yummy- and a nice selection of cooked breakfast on top). The location is great (4mn walk from Canterbury West and 3mn walk from the old city/city centre). The rooms are so comfy (bath in the bathroom and beds are the comfiest I've slept in, in a while)
Perfect hosts with invaluable knowledge of the area. The standard of breakfast exceeded some of the very expensive hotels that we have stayed in. Location for us was perfect with a very pleasant easy 15 minute walk to the city centre, a good stretch of it alongside a river.
Great location within the Canterbury's city centre. Nearby multi storey car park affiliated to the hotel. Good breakfast and spacious room. I appreciated having a real hairdryer. Very welcoming staff at reception and at breakfast time.
Hotel is well placed for walking to Canterbury Cathedral. Has a large FREE car park. Good Breakfast (bit pricey). Total room cost for 2 nights was well within acceptable range for Best Western standards. Would use again.
James
United Kingdom
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