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59 London Road, Canterbury, CT2 8JY, United Kingdom
#13 of 27 B&Bs and inns in Canterbury
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 1909 hotel reviews
8.4Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.7
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Comfort
8.7
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Location
8.8
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Facilities
8.4
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Staff
9.3
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Value for money
8.7
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Free WiFi
8.5
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Reviewed: April 25, 2024
Jim
United Kingdom1 review7.0“Good value for money and food/staff”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Thicker duvet
Good food
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 24, 2024
David
United Kingdom3 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Like many hotels there was nowhere to put shampoo and flannel/ soap in the shower other than on the floor
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 24, 2024
Gae
Australia7 Reviews8.0“Great place to stay in Canterbury”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
During night could hear doors closing, people walking in hallway and noise of people in room above
Great atmosphere, easy parking, fabulous restaurant
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Omar
United Kingdom10 Reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Enjoyable”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Nice breakfast that was included in the price with many choices. Friendly atmosphere with a nice dining experience
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Carol
United Kingdom9 Reviews9.0“The hotel was good but Canterbury itself is very run down. Lovely old buildings either empty or occupied by barbers and”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Felt the location was not ideal if you did not transport as you then relied on taxi or walking
The location was ok but would be difficult if you were not mobile. The staff were lovely - helpful and friendly
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 18, 2024
Colin
United Kingdom2 Reviews9.0“Great”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
N/A
Lovely breakfast, 10 minute walk into the city.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 17, 2024
Lorraine
United Kingdom1 review8.0“Good hotel with great staff”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Some of the decor is a little tired.
Really friendly and helpful staff who go out of their way to help you. Great location for visiting Canterbury and with a carpark.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 15, 2024
Phil
United Kingdom13 Reviews7.0“A small, friendly hotel well placed in town with good parking, but limited facilities , and dated.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room size and far too hot despite heating being switched off and unable to open the window.. TV was wonky on swivel fixture. Wardrobes difficult to access due to limited space. No safety rail in shower nor any shelf for storage of accessories.
Large Double bed. Relaxed atmosphere with friendly, helpful staff
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 15, 2024
John
United Kingdom3 Reviews7.0“Very good especially the weather”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Location and restaurants
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 14, 2024
Julie
United States of America1 review8.0“Comfortable, clean and quiet. Lovey breakfast!”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Family Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bit of a musty small and dated feel in the furnishings.
Breakfast, bathroom
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 14, 2024
Sachiko
United Kingdom1 review8.0“Lovely to stay for a small weekend trip”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Our room was at the ground floor and right next to some outside space (the pavement between the entrance and the car park and benches which you’re allowed to bring a drink from the pub of the hotel) It was quiet when we stayed luckily, but I expect there might be some noisy in the night in the summer time. Also, I believe the restaurant doesn’t have a menu on their website. It’s not really a downside but it was more convenient if they do.
We booked The Victoria Hotel for a small weekend treat. The location was a bit outside of the centre of the town, therefore, the access to nature was good instead, which we aimed for. We stretched our adventure to the seaside, Whitstable, and it was really convenient to get to from the bus stop nearby the hotel. In terms of the room we stayed, we were 2 of us and booked a twin room. Our room actually had 1 king bed and 1 extra small bed but that was okay as it was informed before booking. The beds were comfortable btw.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: April 10, 2024
Jackie
United Kingdom17 Reviews3 helpful votes9.0“Walking distance into Canterbury and a great location not far from Dover and the channel tunnel.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
There was plenty of choice for breakfast and happy to adapt to my requirements. We chose to eat in the hotel every night after a long day. Excellent food and a daily calvary. Nice setting, comfy bed.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 8, 2024
Kevin
Hungary1 review9.0“Comfortable, very good food, friendly staff, easy access from A2, easy walking distance into town.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I don’t know, nothing comes to mind.
Very good choices for breakfast. Varied from just fruit, cereal, toast etc to full English with all the trimmings.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 7, 2024
Kathryn
United Kingdom8 Reviews8.0“Lovely staff and food. Excellent location. Clean but a bit tired looking.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Decor and furniture is dated
ample parking. Lovely restaurant. High ceilings
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 7, 2024
Jon
United Kingdom17 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 10 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The hotel provided accommodation for our sister on leaving prison. Thank you.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: April 3, 2024
Billyjo
United Kingdom5 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nice room upgrade on arrival. Staff very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: April 1, 2024
Kate
United Kingdom5 Reviews9.0“Lovely service from wait staff during breakfast”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The stairs
Quality of the room
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 29, 2024
Linda
United Kingdom10 Reviews9.0“Very good.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Nothing.
Room was lovely, clean. Bed was huge and comfortable. Breakfast was very good plenty of choice. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly nothing was too much trouble.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 29, 2024
John
United Kingdom25 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Would definitely recommend”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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The rooms were clean and comfortable. Staff were helpful and inviting.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 28, 2024
Kevin
United Kingdom3 Reviews9.0“Wonderful stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff were amazing and friendly . Gary the manager was amazing and made our stay enjoyable. Can't fault the location. The food was really good ,hot and quick to serve. Plenty of breakfast options and good value for money.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 25, 2024
Sally
United Kingdom1 review7.0“Hotel suited our requirements for our weekend stay. No complaints at all.”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
All staff were friendly whilst being efficient and professional.....a rare find. Well done all & thank you.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 24, 2024
Claudia
United Kingdom1 review9.0“Great , but the meal we had was awful”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very clean and inviting
Lovely
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 23, 2024
Rui
United Kingdom40 Reviews7 helpful votes9.0“Friendly and helpful staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
It was a last minute booking as our original booking through Airbnb was cancelled the day before our travel. We arrived early at the property around 11:30am. The staffs were really accommodative and allowed us to access our rooms once they were ready. Our family room had a king size bed and two singles. The kind size bed had enough rooms for two adults and two kids (age 2 and 4). The hotel is situated about 1 mile away from Canterbury town centre. It’s a nice walking distance. Personally it is quicker to walk than driving if we don’t have two little humans. Staff were very friendly and always helpful.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 22, 2024
Amy
United Kingdom87 Reviews4 helpful votes8.0“Great option at the price point.”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room quite small and a little tired. Could do with a thorough dust!
Location was convenient for central Canterbury and for travel to and from. Really friendly and helpful staff, especially when I left my wedding rings in the hotel room after checking out. Great and affordable breakfast.
Stayed in March 2024
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