Hotel Botany Bay Hotel

Beachfront. Property is on or right next to the beach.

Marine Drive, Kingsgate, Broadstairs, Broadstairs, CT10 3LG, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 2046 reviews)

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8.6
Excellent
2,046 reviews

The view from the room was excellent, the bed was very comfortable, the location of the hotel was very good if you want peace and quiet. Breakfast was delicious and the standard of the restaurant food was very good.

Sally United Kingdom

Location perfect. Family room only one available - it was huge! Comfortable. Food good and staff friendly.

Judy United Kingdom

We loved our stay at the Botany Bay Hotel. Just steps from the cliffs, the views are wonderful, coastal walking path superb….the hotel staff were very accommodating and professional, food was great and rooms were very comfortable. Exploring the beach brought back wonderful childhood memories of our stays in Kingsgate years ago. Thank you for a great stay!

Gillian United States of America

Literally on the beach. Perfect location and excellent staff.

Kerry United States of America

Perfect loccation, right on the sea front, lovely staff, comfortable spacious room, great breakfast.

Lorna United Kingdom

Actually, there was nothing l didn’t like. It’s now my first choice hotel for Thanet.

David United Kingdom

Lovely clean hotel in a wonderful location. The views are lovely and great for walks along the cliff top. Beach is very sandy. Food was good and nice selection for breakfast Room was comfortable and airy

Sarah United Kingdom

Very simple. Like a top end pub b+b but a lovely spot

James United Kingdom

Room size was excellent for 2, comfy and very friendly staff.

Rf United Kingdom

Room was just a dream with sea view .. location perfect for a stroll and the food was just amazing

Riccardo United Kingdom
8.6
Excellent
2,046 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “The view from the room was excellent, the bed was very comfortable, the location of the hotel was very good if you want peace and quiet.”
    Sally Sally United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Location perfect. Family room only one available - it was huge! Comfortable. Food good and staff friendly.”
    Judy Judy United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “We loved our stay at the Botany Bay Hotel. Just steps from the cliffs, the views are wonderful, coastal walking path superb….the hotel staff were very accommodating and professional, food was great...”
    Gillian Gillian United States of America United States of America
  • “Literally on the beach. Perfect location and excellent staff.”
    Kerry Kerry United States of America United States of America
  • “Perfect loccation, right on the sea front, lovely staff, comfortable spacious room, great breakfast.”
    Lorna Lorna United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Actually, there was nothing l didn’t like. It’s now my first choice hotel for Thanet.”
    David David United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Lovely clean hotel in a wonderful location. The views are lovely and great for walks along the cliff top. Beach is very sandy.”
    Sarah Sarah United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Very simple. Like a top end pub b+b but a lovely spot”
    James James United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Room size was excellent for 2, comfy and very friendly staff.”
    Rf Rf United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Room was just a dream with sea view .. location perfect for a stroll and the food was just amazing”
    Riccardo Riccardo United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities8.6
  • Cleanliness9.1
  • Comfort8.9
  • Value for money8.4
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi 6.3
Low score for Broadstairs

Boasting picturesque views of the English Channel and the North Sea, the charming Botany Bay Hotel enjoys an elevated position on the cliff tops in Kingsgate, near Broadstairs in Kent.

Botany Bay Hotel features a range of facilities to ensure a pleasant and relaxing break by the sea, whether you are visiting on business or leisure. Take advantage of the comfortable lounge bar, sample local cuisine in the sea view restaurant or simply unwind in your well equipped guestroom.

The hotel also has function facilities and hosts live music.

Ideally placed for golf enthusiasts, Botany Bay Hotel is adjacent to the famous North Foreland Golf Club and within a few miles of both Princes and The Royal St Georges Golf Clubs in Sandwich and Canterbury Golf Club.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

Free parking available at the hotel

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There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Beachfront
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Bar
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Superior Suite with Sea View
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Guest reviews

8.6
Excellent
 · 2,046 reviews
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  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities8.6
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    WiFi connection
  • Cleanliness9.1
    Room
  • Comfort8.9
  • Value for money8.4
  • Location9.5
    View, Access to the beach, Parking
  • Free WiFi 6.3
Low score for Broadstairs

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  • Sally United Kingdom

    “The view from the room was excellent, the bed was very comfortable, the location of the hotel was very good if you want peace and quiet. Breakfast was delicious and the standard of the restaurant food was very good.”

  • Judy United Kingdom

    “Location perfect. Family room only one available - it was huge! Comfortable. Food good and staff friendly.”

  • Gillian United States of America

    “We loved our stay at the Botany Bay Hotel. Just steps from the cliffs, the views are wonderful, coastal walking path superb….the hotel staff were very accommodating and professional, food was great and rooms were very comfortable. Exploring the beach brought back wonderful childhood memories of our stays in Kingsgate years ago. Thank you for a great stay! ”

  • Kerry United States of America

    “Literally on the beach. Perfect location and excellent staff.”

  • Lorna United Kingdom

    “Perfect loccation, right on the sea front, lovely staff, comfortable spacious room, great breakfast.”

  • David United Kingdom

    “Actually, there was nothing l didn’t like. It’s now my first choice hotel for Thanet.”

  • Sarah United Kingdom

    “Lovely clean hotel in a wonderful location. The views are lovely and great for walks along the cliff top. Beach is very sandy. Food was good and nice selection for breakfast Room was comfortable and airy”

  • James United Kingdom

    “Very simple. Like a top end pub b+b but a lovely spot”

  • Rf United Kingdom

    “Room size was excellent for 2, comfy and very friendly staff.”

  • Riccardo United Kingdom

    “Room was just a dream with sea view .. location perfect for a stroll and the food was just amazing”

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  • Hi I’m looking to book for this Sunday , is my dog allowed to stay in my room ? Thanks

    Good Morning, Thank you for considering the botany bay hotel. If you would like to book and bring your dog, please check with the hotel that we have dog friendly rooms available. Dogs are not permitted to stay alone in rooms. I hope this helps. Kind Regards Molly Lloyd

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    Asked about: Standard Double Room • Answered on March 12, 2020
  • Dear team, which rooms are images 30 and 32? Which rooms offer stand alone bath? Many thanks!

    feature room

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    Answered on August 4, 2020
  • Hi can pets stay in the rooms ?

    Hi we only have certain rooms that pets can stay in

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    Answered on July 19, 2020
  • Morning Looking for 1 double And 1 double plus 1 child In early September Friday and Saturday night Possible?? Many thanks Tony

    Afternoon, The earliest available date would be the 18th September.

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    Answered on July 19, 2020
  • Hi, Can I ask if you have somewhere for keeping bikes (looking to stop here on a cycling break - 4 bikes). Thanks

    We have a place out the front of hotel that you can lock bikes up onto

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    Asked about: Superior Family Room • Answered on July 19, 2020
  • I have booked for November and I have just see that the price has dropped. Does this mean that I will get the reduced price now for my booking?

    You will pay the price which you have booked for.

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    Answered on November 9, 2021
  • Do any rooms have terrace or balcony?

    Hello, we have some rooms that have a balcony and Juliette. Kind Regards

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    Answered on August 27, 2021
  • Hi, is there room service?

    Hi, yes we can provide room service

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    Answered on November 18, 2021
  • Hi I would like to book a room for this Saturday 4th July for a family with a dog, do you have any dog friendly rooms available? Since no one is answering the phone how do I book this?

    Good morning, Sorry but we are fully booked. Thank you for your enquiry and hopefully we can accommodate you on a different date. Kind Regards, Allison Reception Team Botany Bay Hotel

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    Answered on June 28, 2021
  • Do you supply cots

    Yes we have travel cots

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    Answered on August 27, 2020
  • Is breakfast full english

    yes it is, we also offer cereals and toast and an alternative breakfast menu for you to choose from

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    Answered on August 4, 2020
  • Does this room have a balcony to sit out on please ?

    yes we do have a room with balcony you can sit out on

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    Asked about: Superior Double Room with Sea View • Answered on July 19, 2020
  • Is there parking on site

    We currently have free parking on site.

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    Answered on November 9, 2021
  • Hi, Would it be ok to bring our small bird in her travel cage? Thanks

    Good Morning. I am sorry but we cannot allow birds to stay at the hotel. Kind Regards - Laura - Reception Team

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    Answered on October 16, 2020
  • Do the rooms have Wi Fi?

    Good Evening, I can confirm we do have Wi-Fi in the hotel and rooms.

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    Asked about: Superior Suite with Sea View • Answered on September 13, 2021
  • is this place a good place to start The Viking Coastal Trail with the bike ?

    yes it is quite a good place to start

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    Answered on August 4, 2020
  • Hi, do all the twin bedrooms have private bathroom facilities ?

    Yes all rooms have private En-suites,

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    Answered on November 9, 2021
  • Is there a shuttle available to get to the closest beach nearby? What are the other transportation options?

    The beach is directly opposite hotel

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    Answered on July 19, 2020
  • Hi, do all your superior sea view suites have a balcony?

    We have 5 superior double rooms. All rooms have a Juliette balcony and one room has the bonus of a full walk on balcony.

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    Asked about: Superior Suite with Sea View • Answered on November 9, 2021
  • What rooms offer a sea view? How much for a two night stay on the 10th August for 2 adults?

    rooms 402 and 403 feature room as well as all superior doubles offer sea view. prices vary depending on length of stay and package and room.

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    Answered on August 4, 2020
Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Dreamland Margate
    2.7 miles
  • Granville Theatre
    3.6 miles
  • Sandown Castle
    10.4 miles
  • Deal Castle
    11.8 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Joss Bay
    2,850 feet
  • Walpole Bay Beach
    1.4 miles
  • Viking Bay Beach
    2 miles
  • The Bay Beach
    2.4 miles
  • Ramsgate Main Sands Beach
    3.7 miles
Public transit
  • Train Margate Station
    2.8 miles
  • Train Sandwich Railway Station
    9.1 miles
Closest Airports
  • London Southend Airport
    34 miles
  • London City Airport
    60.3 miles
  • Le Touquet Airport
    60.9 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Botany Bay Hotel Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Beachfront
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Beach
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
  • Room service
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives

This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Botany Bay Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

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.

Children 4 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Switch Solo Diners Club American Express Botany Bay Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Guests must provide an email address at the time of booking.

The property hosts music / entertainment until midnight. Some rooms may be affected by noise.

Please note that pets can only be accommodated in the Standard Double Room and Standard Twin Room.

Please inform Botany Bay Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

FAQs about Botany Bay Hotel

  • Room options at Botany Bay Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Suite
    • Single
    • Family

  • The nearest beach is 350 feet from Botany Bay Hotel.

  • Guests staying at Botany Bay Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish

  • Botany Bay Hotel is 2.1 miles from the center of Broadstairs.

  • Botany Bay Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beachfront
    • Beach

  • Check-in at Botany Bay Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at Botany Bay Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Botany Bay Hotel (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Parking
    • Accessible parking
    • Free parking