Name: The Bell Hotel
Address: The Quay, Sandwich, CT13 9EF, United Kingdom, The Quay, Kent, CT13 9EF, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $75 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.4

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Hotel The Bell Hotel

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Wonderful welcome by great staff. I was forewarned about a wedding party on the Saturday which was nice to know about but didn’t disturb us at all anyway. The breakfast was excellent every day and piping hot so we knew it was freshly cooked to order. The vegetarian options were delicious. The building itself is really rather lovely too. I will be back on my next visit.

Alexandra, United Kingdom

Nice experience with staying at Bell hotel. Will prefer in future again.

Girish, India

Upon arrival at 4:30 PM, we were told the restaurant was full and not taking reservations. Later, they told us they would be able to accommodate us at the time we desired

David, United States of America

Room was small but we were upgrade to a larger room which was excellent

Andrew, United Kingdom

Wonderful location east to walk to town center. We walked from train station and that was not bad. Staff very helpful.

Emil, United States of America

Welcomed by a lovely member of staff on reception. Friends who were staying with us, advised the hotel it was my husbands Birthday, so when we checked in, they gave us an upgrade. What a lovely gesture!

Maxine, United Kingdom

Superb hotel in a perfect location for visiting Sandwich. I have never met with staff so friendly & obliging. The room we had (overlooking the river) was spacious and very comfortable. All the meals we had there were also of a very high standard. We couldn't fault it!!

Stuart, United Kingdom

.The place was hot.Service was very mixed-between appalling and excellent. Desperately needs management

Senilesnapper, United Kingdom

Decent value for money and nice setting for a drink in the sun. Rooms were fine and clean.

Si, United Kingdom

The room was nice and comfortable. The staff were trying; just didn't know what they were supposed to be doing.

Bruce, United Kingdom

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9.1

Excellent location!
Highly rated for:
Great neighborhood
Highly rated for:
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What guests loved the most:
“Wonderful welcome by great staff. I was forewarned about a wedding party on the Saturday which was nice to know about but didn’t disturb us at all anyway. ”

Alexandra United Kingdom
“Nice experience with staying at Bell hotel. Will prefer in future again.”

Girish India
“Upon arrival at 4:30 PM, we were told the restaurant was full and not taking reservations. Later, they told us they would be able to accommodate us at the time we desired”

David United States of America
“Room was small but we were upgrade to a larger room which was excellent”

Andrew United Kingdom
“Wonderful location east to walk to town center. We walked from train station and that was not bad. Staff very helpful.”

Emil United States of America
“Welcomed by a lovely member of staff on reception. Friends who were staying with us, advised the hotel it was my husbands Birthday, so when we checked in, they gave us an upgrade. ”

Maxine United Kingdom
“Superb hotel in a perfect location for visiting Sandwich. I have never met with staff so friendly & obliging. The room we had (overlooking the river) was spacious and very comfortable. ”

Stuart United Kingdom
“.The place was hot.Service was very mixed-between appalling and excellent. Desperately needs management”

Senilesnapper United Kingdom
“Decent value for money and nice setting for a drink in the sun. Rooms were fine and clean.”

Si United Kingdom
“The room was nice and comfortable. The staff were trying; just didn't know what they were supposed to be doing.”

Bruce United Kingdom

On the quayside, overlooking the river, in the historic port of Sandwich, this recently refurbished traditional hotel offers free Wi-Fi, an impressive restaurant and elegant, modern rooms.

Stylish and comfortable, the Bell Hotel now has a chic, modern feel, while retaining its reputation for excellence. All of the rooms with attached bathroom have TVs, digital radios, telephones, tea/coffee making facilities and bespoke toiletries. Some rooms have balconies and river views. Guests can enjoy an award winning breakfast in the morning.

The restaurant and bar feature honey-colored oak flooring and attractive natural colors. The menu changes regularly to reflect the finest, freshest seasonal produce available locally. Local fish and seafood, salt-marsh lamb and locally sourced meat are simply cooked to bring out their full, natural flavors.

Sandwich is one of Kent’s best-kept secrets. One of the region’s Cinque Ports, it is reputed to be the most complete medieval town in England, with more historic listed buildings per acre than anywhere else in the country.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

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Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free WiFi

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There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Hotel surroundings – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks *

Sandwich Railway Station
0.4 miles
Sandown Castle
3.7 miles
Deal Castle
4.8 miles
Wingham Wildlife Park
4.9 miles
Granville Theatre
5.6 miles
Walmer Castle
5.8 miles
Dreamland Margate
7.8 miles
White Cliffs of Dover
9.5 miles
Howletts Zoo
9.7 miles
Howletts Wild Animal Park
9.8 miles

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Old Dining Room Restaurant
0 miles
Spar Supermarket
0.1 miles
Sandwich Market
0.1 miles

Natural Beauty *

Sandwich Bay Ocean/Sea
1 miles
The Stour River
0 miles

Closest Airports *

London Southend Airport
34.2 miles
Le Touquet Airport
54.1 miles
London City Airport
58 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Excellent location, staff and breakfast. Comfortable room.”

Paul

United Kingdom

9.1

“The breakfast was very good as was the location of the hotel. The bar is a great place to hang out as well. Our room had a nice view of the square in front of t...”

Bushman1

United States of America

8.3

“Historic & beautiful building. Situated next to the river within an easy walk of all that Sandwich has to offer”

Michelle

United Kingdom

8.3

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Restaurant

Food: Local

Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, High tea

Menu: À la carte

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3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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1:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Children and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

All children under 2 years are charged GBP 5 per person per night in a crib.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

The maximum number of cribs in a room is 2.

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The Bell Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

“Wonderful welcome by great staff. I was forewarned about a wedding party on the Saturday which was nice to know about but didn’t disturb us at all anyway. The breakfast was excellent every day and piping hot so we knew it was freshly cooked to order. The vegetarian options were delicious. The building itself is really rather lovely too. I will be back on my next visit.”

Alexandra

“Upon arrival at 4:30 PM, we were told the restaurant was full and not taking reservations. Later, they told us they would be able to accommodate us at the time we desired”

David

“Welcomed by a lovely member of staff on reception. Friends who were staying with us, advised the hotel it was my husbands Birthday, so when we checked in, they gave us an upgrade. What a lovely gesture! ”

Maxine

“Superb hotel in a perfect location for visiting Sandwich. I have never met with staff so friendly & obliging. The room we had (overlooking the river) was spacious and very comfortable. All the meals we had there were also of a very high standard. We couldn't fault it!!”

Stuart

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Reviewed: June 15, 2019

Alexandra
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
9.2

“A particularly lovely hotel with great staff and gorgeous location.”
- • Business trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
If I had to be picky, the walls could do with a fresh coat of paint and some new carpeting in the communal areas but it really didn’t take away from a wonderful stay.
Wonderful welcome by great staff. I was forewarned about a wedding party on the Saturday which was nice to know about but didn’t disturb us at all anyway. The breakfast was excellent every day and piping hot so we knew it was freshly cooked to order. The vegetarian options were delicious. The building itself is really rather lovely too. I will be back on my next visit.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 14, 2019

Mark
United Kingdom
4.6

“A fantastic location and a good Hotel but looking very tired and in need of a refurbishment all over”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View
- • Stayed 1 night
The whole place needs a revamp new carpets, paintwork etc. when I opened my bedroom door inwards from the corridor the whole door frame came off the wall with it which was a worry. I reported it to the reception immediatley.
The Breakfast was excellent but the staff seemed to be panicking and were noticed running around sometimes with food in hand.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: June 11, 2019

Magnus
United Kingdom
8.3

“Cosy luxe romantic break”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Fantastic large room looking over the river. With nespresso machine!

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: June 10, 2019

Sue
United Kingdom
7.1

“Good location disappointed with disabled access room. We should have been advised this was the only”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with River View
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
My special request was for the cost of wine to be on the room as it was a special birthday for my husband. The hotel emailed for me to look on website for hotel. They did not have this on their website. Booking.com then emailed and said this would be provided by hotel at no extra cost. When we arrived no wine was in the room. Very disappointed. The Bell did give us a free bottle later in the evening but the moment had been lost😖
We were allocated a room with disabled access which we did not expect. No bath. We should have been advised of this.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 8, 2019

Gillian
United Kingdom
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Arrived late afternoon and ate in the bar. Very good menu and good portions. Comfortable room. Excellent full english breakfast. Staff helpful and pleasant. Would highly recommend staying in this hotel. Great location for sightseeing.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 7, 2019

Derek
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
9.2

“Another pleasant stay with welcoming staff and good food”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
On booking we should have been informed there was a wedding and reception while we were there. Slight inconvenience with crowded reception area at times and 1st floor landing was used for stacking dirty crockery resulting in food dropped on carpet.
Comfortable quiet room despite wedding party!

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: June 2, 2019

Sharon
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
everything was great. alot of chioce for breakfast.room very comfy.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: May 26, 2019

Karen
United Kingdom
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No lift
Everything

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 24, 2019

Charlie
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Great place

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 22, 2019

Patricia
United Kingdom
7.9

“Second visit to the Bell. Better than the last visit but still a lovely location.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The coffee at breakfast wasn’t very hot. The bacon was very over cooked.
The bed was very comfortable The shower was great The Reception staff very helpful & friendly. Lovely outside seating area.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 21, 2019

David
United Kingdom
9.6

“Very comfortable”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View
- • Stayed 3 nights
Food was excellent, staff were very friendly and helpful, and the hotel was very comfortable and welcoming. I would highly recommend The Bell as a base for a holiday in the Kent coastal area.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 20, 2019

Lynn
United Kingdom
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Needed a long mirror in room 29 😀
Breakfast was great

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 20, 2019

Pb
Canada
10

“Would highly recommend to friends”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with River View
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location was ideal, hotel breakfast excellent, hotel very clean and sophisticated

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 20, 2019

Alan
United Kingdom
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room initially was cold

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: May 19, 2019

Patricia
United Kingdom
7.0

“we enjoyed it”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
coffee was cold new pot was hot it came in a teapot no butter on table
excellent

Stayed in May 2019

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	Double Room 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This room has views across the historic town of Sandwich. Room Facilities: • Shower • TV • Telephone • Radio • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Flat-screen TV • Electric kettle Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Queen Room 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This queen room features a four-poster bed. Room Facilities: • Shower • TV • Telephone • Radio • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Flat-screen TV • Electric kettle Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Double Room with River View 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom With views towards the river, this room is also suitable for guests with mobility difficulties. Room Facilities: • Shower • Bathtub • TV • Telephone • Radio • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Flat-screen TV • Electric kettle • River view Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 2 Max children: 2 (up to years of age)	Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children) 2 twin beds and 1 king bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This family room can accommodate families of up to 2 adults and 2 children. Room Facilities: • Shower • Bathtub • TV • Telephone • Radio • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Flat-screen TV • Electric kettle Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Single Room with Bathroom 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This room has a 4 foot bed, and can accommodate one person. Room Facilities: • Shower • TV • Telephone • Radio • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Flat-screen TV • Electric kettle Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View 1 queen bed or 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom There is a zip and link which can be made as either a double bed or 2 single beds. Please specify your bed preference when booking. Room Facilities: • Shower • TV • Telephone • Radio • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Flat-screen TV • Electric kettle Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Standard Double or Twin Room 2 twin beds or 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom These standard double or twin rooms offer views of the historical town of Sandwich. There is a zip and link which can be made as either a double bed or 2 single beds. Please specify your bed preference when booking. Room Facilities: • Shower • TV • Telephone • Radio • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Flat-screen TV • Electric kettle Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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