The Hand & Scepter by Innkeeper's Collection has been fully refurbished in 2023, each room has a Hypnos bed with mattress topper, flat-screen TV, desk and is furnished in a modern design. Each private bathroom has also been fully refurbished and includes a powerful shower, toiletries and plenty of fluffy towels The Hand & Scepter by Innkeeper's Collection is a restored 18th-century hotel, set within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The historic town of Royal Tunbridge Wells is just a 5-minute drive away, and the accommodations offers free private parking. Fresh, seasonal food is served in the The Hand and Scepter pub, which features modern British dishes interwoven with some Mediterranean influences. A traditional Sunday roast is also available, and guests can enjoy their drinks on the pub terrace which overlooks Southborough green. Groombridge Place Gardens is a 15-minute drive and features a moated manor house with a secret garden. Lamberhurst Vineyards and Hever Castle are both around 10 miles from the accommodations.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.6
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.0
High score for Southborough
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Richard
    United States of America United States of America
    Pub downstairs made dining easy and food was very good.
  • Eric
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was very good, nicely decorated and clean. The staff were very helpful, food was very good.
  • Almond
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room and bathroom was comfortable and clean. No complaints. Very warm room therefore the portable fan was very welcome. Breakfast was more than sufficient and well cooked.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Hand & Sceptre
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

FAQs about The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection

  • The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection has 1 restaurant:

    • Hand & Sceptre

  • The prices at The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection is 2,300 feet from the center of Southborough. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian

  • Check-in at The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Room options at The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection include:

      • Double
      • Family
      • Twin/Double