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Canterbury Cathedral Lodge
In the private and peaceful grounds of Canterbury Cathedral, this stylish lodge offers free Wi-Fi, hearty breakfasts and scenic views. Canterbury’s historic center is a 2-minute walk away.
Holiday Inn Express Canterbury, an IHG Hotel
With a 24-hour front desk, this hotel offers free breakfasts and a modern restaurant. Holiday Inn Express Canterbury is located in Upper Harbledown, just outside historic Canterbury.
Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel
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 center, half a mile from Canterbury...
Howfield Manor Hotel
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.
Hampton by Hilton Canterbury
Located in Canterbury and with Canterbury East Train Station reachable within a 6-minute walk, Hampton by Hilton Canterbury has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property...
The Falstaff in Canterbury
Just yards from Canterbury’s medieval West Gate, this charming building dates back to 1403.
Pilgrims Hotel
Located within the Roman city walls of historic Canterbury’s center, this family-run hotel dates back to the 16th century. It offers free WiFi, and a cozy, oak-beamed bar.
Ebury Hotel Cottages and Apartment's
A short walk from Canterbury city center and its world-famous Cathedral, this privately-owned hotel is set within a Victorian townhouse, amid 2 acres of well-maintained grounds.
The Old Gate Inn by Innkeeper's Collection
Coupled with The Old Gate pub, this historic Canterbury hotel offers its guests a hearty menu of freshly cooked food.
Thomas Ingoldsby Wetherspoon
Located in Canterbury, within a few steps of Canterbury Cathedral and 2.5 mi of University of Kent, Thomas Ingoldsby Wetherspoon provides accommodations with a restaurant and a bar, and free WiFi...
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Hotel in CanterburyCheap hotel9.2Scored 9.2WonderfulRated wonderful· 883 reviewsNumber 8 is located in Canterbury, 2.6 miles from University of Kent and 15 miles from Sandwich Railway Station.
Great location. Clean and tidy. Everything you need.
8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 1,072 reviewsCoupled with The Old Gate pub, this historic Canterbury hotel offers its guests a hearty menu of freshly cooked food.
Lovely old character building, but well maintained.
8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 2,549 reviewsJust yards from Canterbury’s medieval West Gate, this charming building dates back to 1403.
Breakfast was lovely, served quickly and nice and hot.
8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 2,737 reviewsIn the private and peaceful grounds of Canterbury Cathedral, this stylish lodge offers free Wi-Fi, hearty breakfasts and scenic views. Canterbury’s historic center is a 2-minute walk away.
Modern, clean and very well run. Great breakfasts.
8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 981 reviewsThe Hugo - Hotel Concept Canterbury is offering room-only accommodations on Canterbury High Street.
Lovely bedrooms, good space and excellent location.
Keynes College
Hotel in CanterburyCheap hotel7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 749 reviewsSurrounded by 300 acres of parkland with a labyrinth and nature trails, the 4-star VisitEngland campus-graded accommodations offers single and double rooms with attached bathroom with tea and coffee...
Good quality basic accommodation. Very good breakfast.
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Heavenly Heritage and Literary Legend
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:
- 8.0Scored 8.0
We loved exploring the Kent area whilst based in Canterbury.
We loved exploring the Kent area whilst based in Canterbury. We did 3 x Day trips - to Whitstable, Margate and Ramsgate. Then the White Cliffs of Dover and on our final day did a day trip to Dover Castle.
PettinaAustralia - 10Scored 10
Beautiful with loads of independent shops.
Beautiful with loads of independent shops. Really beautiful gems around the cathedral. Difficult to find decent parking in town. Public car parks not cheap and can’t vouch for their safety. Most city centre hotels don’t have their own car parks…which is a big problem.
IsaacUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 10
I know Canterbury well as parents have lived in many...
I know Canterbury well as parents have lived in many locations surrounding the area including Reculver, Herne Bay, Seasalter, Whitstable. Not easy to get around from area to close area outside Canterbury using taxis. No taxis from various train stations to various surrounding areas. When travelling with friend in wheel chair it was a nightmare. Could not get any taxis. Luckily we were able to rely on relatively good bus services using disabled free bus passes.
Cathy - 6.0Scored 6.0
The cathedral was beautiful !
The cathedral was beautiful ! The neighborhood has a lot of walkable streets wear tennis shoes though uneven pavements , very unsafe feeling environment where cycles park. There is limited parking there so you have to park blocks away and pay a premium.
JaniceUnited States of America - 8.0Scored 8.0
We only stayed one night and saw everything we wanted to...
We only stayed one night and saw everything we wanted to around the city; had we come by car we would have gone further afield and I am sure there were buses but this was deliberately a one night city break and we covered everything by walking. Local independent shops were good, Corkk for English wines and good coffee shop opposite Burgate Coffee Shop with fantastic cakes. The Parrot and The Dolphin served good food and drinks.AnneUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 10
Canterbury is a lovely old historical partly walled City,...
Canterbury is a lovely old historical partly walled City, it has a beautiful Cathedral and a castle well worth visiting. The high st is a mixture of modern and quaint old shops, the older buildings/architecture is lovely to see. Great variety of cafes/restaurants/pubs to visit . We visited the Olive Grove for dinner on the first night great food , very friendly staff, good atmosphere! Guided walks available throughout the day & evening . Two days was not enough to see & do all we wanted, Will definitely be back again soon.TinaUnited Kingdom
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- 9.6Scored 9.6ExceptionalRated exceptional· 564 reviewsThe hosts are wonderful and care about their guests. There are many little extras, like chocolates and filtered water, towel heating racks, tea kettle, fridge, as well as information about the area and dining suggestions. The room was very comfortable. I choose a small twin bed room which is perfect for a solo traveler. The breakfast offered was generous and delicious! I enjoyed eating breakfast in the sun room and watching the goings on at the park across the street. If I return to Canterbury, I will be returning to this property!BarbUnited States of America
- From $119.94 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 1,282 reviewsThis was my wife's favourite place to stay during our break. It was clean. It was also quiet, which impressed me given one evening there was live music in the pub below. By chance, they happened to serve my favourite beer from my student days, and I can assure you I did test it, although not in my student day style. The Inn is very well placed to explore both Canterbury and the surrounding area, being in walking distance of the town centre, well placed for driving, and very close to one of the railway stations.
DylanLuxembourg - From $121.19 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 914 reviewsThe inn is located within easy walking distance to the historic area. It's a quick 6 or 7 minute walk to the Canterbury West train station. Although the inn's front door is always locked, access instructions were easy to follow. The common areas were clean as was the bedroom and bathroom. Everything in the bedroom and bathroom was in good working order. WiFi worked really well. The continental breakfast selection was great with the option to purchase a full English breakfast if desired.
BarbUnited States of America - From $122.44 per night9.4Scored 9.4WonderfulRated wonderful· 69 reviewsRealising that this was not a hotel, but someone's home, I read the information carefully. It was worthwhile, as it was my first ever Homestay. The owners were very welcoming and helpful. The room was very comfortable, with several extras that bettered good hotels. The value for money was excellent. Although it is not in the city centre, it is not far away, and well worth considering strongly for a stay in Canterbury. I would thoroughly recommend it, and will hope to stay there again.PaulPoland
- 8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 2,391 reviewsThe hotel is in a great location with plenty of parking available. The city centre is within 20 minutes by foot, so it's brilliant to be able to leave the car and enjoy strolling through the old city. Breakfast was great and the staff were very friendly. The room was clean, cozy and spacious with a bathtub included. Good WiFi connection. This hotel will be our first thought whenever we visit Canterbury again.
Hui-LingUnited Kingdom - From $146.51 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 5,401 reviewsThe location was excellent, right in the centre of Canterbury. The beds were very comfortable & the rooms were clean. At hotel is well maintained & the reception area welcoming. The food & beverage team managing the breakfast area were very helpful, looking after one of our party who was gluten intolerant & found us somewhere to sit when the breakfast area was heaving..HelenAustralia
- From $121.19 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 914 reviewsThe hotel is located just of the main street in a quiet residential area with a beautiful garden at the rear where you can sit out. The rooms were clean, comfy and well stocked, ours had a mini fridge. Breakfast was full english with a buffet of cereals, pastries etc. Just a few minute walk from the centre of Canterbury so perfect.DebbieUnited Kingdom
- From $94.95 per night6.4Scored 6.4PleasantRated pleasant· 1,238 reviewsThe hotel is wonderfully situated in the centre of Canterbury. It's a budget hotel and we did not have very high expectations. However, the staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful. Overall, the place feels a little tired but, for one night, it's absolutely fine. Free.e Wifi was a bonus
JohnVeeUnited Kingdom - From $99.95 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 2,912 reviewsThe location of the hotel is excellent, within a short walk of Canterbury city centre. Parking was easy and free. The gardens are beautiful. Breakfast was excellent and the menu was excellent. The staff were extremely polite and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
AlexUnited Kingdom - From $137.43 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 1,562 reviewsThe hotel is located about 3 miles from Canterbury centre with no bus service. There is however a park and ride at Wincheap for £4/day with very frequent bus service into town centre. The breakfasts at the hotel are excellent and the dinner menu good value for money.NaudiUnited Kingdom
- From $124.67 per night8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 1,178 reviewsI love Cathedral Gate Hotel and is my favourite in Canterbury. If you are coming to visit the Cathedral, this is the best and most traditional Hotel. Breakfast is absolutely delicious and the staff takes great care of you. I highly recommend Cathedral Gate Hotel.
FlorencioUnited Kingdom - From $99.95 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 2,912 reviewsLoved the large room. The building is set back from the street and just down the road from the university area so it was quite and peaceful. Easy walk into the center of Canterbury. Lovely garden at the rear and friendly staff.JoanneUnited States of America
- 9.4Scored 9.4WonderfulRated wonderful· 80 reviewsThe property was spotlessly clean and had everything you need for a stay. Lovely decor and lots of tech . Comfy beds and a 1 minute stroll to the centre of Canterbury. Lots of interesting buildings and lots of shopsTraceyUnited Kingdom
- From $137.43 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 2,549 reviewsSetting and sighting of hotel. Ideally located for walking in Canterbury and going further afield if you wanted to discover the local area. Good choice of breakfast and a nice warm welcome.
MichaelUnited Kingdom - From $112.44 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 2,195 reviewsRight in the centre of Canterbury, so most sights are within a few minutes walking distance. Room facilities were quite nice, apart from the bed. Friendly staff.IstvanUnited Kingdom
- 5.1Scored 5.1AverageRated fair· 106 reviewsThe facilities ( wifi, heating, water pressure-shower, all fairly clean). The place was quiet, so was the area and quite close to the city centre.IrisNetherlands
- 9.2Scored 9.2WonderfulRated wonderful· 88 reviewsVery new and comfortable house nearby the centre of Canterbury. Perfect and clean. Nice shower. And there is a superstore around the corner.CeciliaNetherlands
- From $164.91 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 659 reviewsWe didn’t have breakfast at the hotel but the location was amazing. Not long at all into Canterbury but also surrounded by lovely walks.EEleanorUnited Kingdom
- From $148.67 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 2,593 reviewsLocation is spot on. Shops are right outside and u can walk to anywhere u might wanna visit in canterbury from the hotel.IdrisMalaysia
- From $137.43 per night9.1Scored 9.1WonderfulRated wonderful· 390 reviewsThe hotel is located in an excellent area for exploring Canterbury. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful.PaulUnited Kingdom
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