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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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...
Shower was amazing. Clean room and big bed. Extra pillows available.
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.
Room, location, breakfast, size of room, warm room
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.
Everything about the accommodation itself was perfect
Surrounded 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.
FAQs about hotels in Canterbury
On average, 3-star hotels in Canterbury cost $112 per night, and 4-star hotels in Canterbury are $155 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Canterbury can be found for $235 per night, on average (based on Booking.com prices).
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:
10
Scored 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.
Isaac
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Charming historic and very walkable.
Charming historic and very walkable. The cathedral is a must to visit. We also did a ghost walk which was hugely entertaining. The town has an eclectic mix of eateries , big name stores peppered with interesting independents.
Daniels
10
Scored 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
6.0
Scored 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.
Janice
United States of America
8.0
Scored 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.
Anne
United Kingdom
10
Scored 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.
The Lodge is positioned in the grounds of the Cathedral, which is perfect for looking around the centre of Canterbury.
Plus, you have free access to the Cathedral itself, Staff are welcoming and helpful and the rooms are excellent with a view of the Cathedral from your bedroom bay window. I would reccomend not missing out on the breakfast, which is cooked to order and the serving staff look after you very well.
Overall, its a bit more pricey than the usual well known hotels, but, the overall experience is well worth the price.
The location could hardly be better for visiting Canterbury. It is only a ten-minute walk to the city centre. Another big positive is that there is ample parking for anyone arriving by car. The building is a beautiful 14th century timber-frame construction, that is now a restaurant on the ground floor with hotel accommodation above, entered by a separate door so that guests don't have to walk through the dining area to get to bedrooms. There is no breakfast service, but there are plenty of cafes nearby.
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge was the perfect place to stay! It was modern, clean, comfortable and had an excellent professional staff that went out of their way to make guests feel cared for. The special free access to the cathedral and grounds 24/7 made one feel special as well. We could order large, delicious breakfasts each morning in the sunny dining room being served on white tablecloths with waiters. All included in room cost. I can’t recommend this place highly enough.
"It was a great week in Canterbury thanks to this wonderful flat. It is very well located (close to public transport and the city centre) and quiet. It is very nicely furnished and well equipped modernly. Highly recommended for those who want to visit Canterbury and its surroundings and enjoy peace and quiet. The owner is very friendly and at your service for any questions. It was really excellent, best appartment via booking com ever!"
We upgraded our room and were overwhelmed with the size. It was more like an apartment then a hotel room. All facilities in the room were exceptional. The food was plentiful and delicious. The location of the hotel being right in the centre of Canterbury was great, easy walking distance to all areas, and although quite busy and noisy on the street, not a sound could be heard within the room.
This is a decent pub with rooms above. It's a 2-minute walk to the centre of Canterbury and while it has no car park of its own, there is a public car park across the road (expensive but the pub arranges 24-hour parking for £12). Breakfast options were very good - they included avocado + egg or smoked salmon + egg on sourdough toast.
Lovely old building with an interesting history and perfect location. Welcoming staff, room fairly basic but warm, clean and comfortable. Nice garden area. Honesty bar a nice touch. Breakfast went down very well. Last time in Canterbury we stayed at a more expensive hotel nearby but overall preferred staying here.
An amazing traditional British hotel in the beautiful and historical area of Canterbury. The second time, I've been here. The architecture, location, food, and friendly staff are among the best things. Definitely recommend it to everyone who wants to visit the Canterbury area.
Excellent small hotel in Canterbury, easy to find from main road into Canterbury, free parking and only a few minutes walk to Canterbury centre. Large, quiet,
family room overlooking courtyard, four comfortable beds in a lovely period house. Very clean and comfortable.
This was an excellent hotel with proximity to Canterbury Cathedral. Although a 20-minute walk, the walk was through public gardens along the river. It was very pleasant. The rooms were big, comfortable and breakfast good. Staff was friendly and accommodating.
The hotel very modern and very clean, and it located right at the city centre of Canterbury. The bed is so comfortable, staff’s so friendly too, love the breakfast buffet I would definitely stay at Hampton by Hilton again next time I visit Canterbury
fantastic location - a few minutes walk from the city centre and close to the canterbury city centre coach stop. The breakfast was excellent ( personal service and not buffet style), the room is clean, spacious and the bed was very comfortable.
Location great, hotel stylish and welcoming - room comfortable, clean and fully equipped- dining facilities and lounge/bar area nicely designed, warm & welcoming and staff in all areas very welcoming, smart, polite and professional
The location was ideal for our visit to Canterbury. Only a couple of miles out so very handy for the city centre. The location was in a secluded countryside area with lots of land to walk our dogs.
Finding a place with parking in Canterbury is so difficult, but this place has it: on top of that its a nice place to stay the staff are lovely and its exactly what I needed for a Work trip.
Excellent location in the centre of town. Brand new hotel. Comfortable beds, clean spacious rooms. Breakfast good, plenty choice. Staff friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend.
Very easy to check in and rooms were available when we arrived. Good selection for breakfast. Easy walk into the centre of Canterbury. whole visit worked out very well.
Well located for walking into centre of Canterbury. Attractive hotel with beautiful gardens with lots of seating for guests. Good parking and easy to find.
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