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Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

Hotel in Canterbury

In the private and peaceful grounds of Canterbury Cathedral, this stylish lodge offers free Wi-Fi, hearty breakfasts and scenic views. Canterbury’s historic centre is a 2-minute walk away.

A
Amanda
From
Morocco
A fantastic place to stay. The room was spacious, well equipped and the views of the cathedral unparalleled. Special access to the grounds was amazing and the breakfast was delicious and included options for gluten free and vegetarian.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,669 reviews
Price from
US$152.38
1 night, 2 adults

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

Hotel in Canterbury

Boasting a bar, Hampton by Hilton Canterbury is situated in Canterbury in the Kent region, 500 metres from Canterbury East Train Station and 600 metres from Canterbury Cathedral.

P
Phillip
From
Guernsey
Great Location! Nice decor! Friendly helpful Staff!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,599 reviews
Price from
US$112.63
1 night, 2 adults

The Old Gate Inn by Innkeeper's Collection

Hotel in Canterbury

Coupled with The Old Gate pub, this historic Canterbury hotel offers its guests a hearty menu of freshly cooked food.

I
Imke
From
Netherlands
Friendly staff, quick service, wonderful atmosphere.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,069 reviews
Price from
US$101.36
1 night, 2 adults

Cathedral Gate

Hotel in Canterbury

Dating back to 1438, the historic Cathedral Gate is in the heart of Canterbury.

J
James
From
Portugal
This sweet hotel is the best kept secret in Canterbury! It's literally next to the Cathedral Gates and within walking distance of the beautiful historic town of Canterbury. The staff treated us like family. We really enjoyed getting to know them, especially Rob, who went way above and beyond to make our stay as comfortable as possible. This is not your basic chain hotel. It is a historic Inn with history, character, and charm. People have been sleeping in this space for 586 years. Oh, if the walls could talk! We'll definitely be back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,021 reviews
Price from
US$149.59
1 night, 2 adults

The Falstaff in Canterbury

Hotel in Canterbury

Just meters from Canterbury’s medieval West Gate, this charming building dates back to 1403.

E
Eric
From
Netherlands
I really enjoyed my stay here. The whole place had a warm, tasteful feel — both the rooms and the shared spaces. Cosy, comfortable, and clearly done with care. Nothing bland or generic. We were upgraded to a junior suite, which was a lovely surprise. The room was clean, spacious, had a great bed and a good bathroom. Everything worked, everything felt solid. You could tell they paid attention to detail. The reception was welcoming and friendly. The hotel is in a perfect spot — right in the heart of Canterbury — and still very affordable, which honestly makes it feel like a bit of a hidden gem. Just a very pleasant, characterful place to stay. I’d happily come back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,251 reviews
Price from
US$121.48
1 night, 2 adults

Thanington Hotel

Hotel in Canterbury

Thanington Hotel is a charming 18th-century property with an indoor swimming pool, spa and free Wi-Fi. Canterbury town centre and cathedral are a 15-minute walk away.

L
Laura
From
Belgium
I will be back Le service et petsonnel et l’emplacement
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,708 reviews
Price from
US$218.63
1 night, 2 adults

Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG

Hotel in Canterbury

With a 24-hour front desk, this hotel offers free breakfasts and a modern restaurant. Holiday Inn Express Canterbury is situated in Upper Harbledown, just outside historic Canterbury.

R
Rahul
From
India
We loved the hospitality. We visited during bank holidays and despite huge crowd, the way the things were managed, absolutely brilliant.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,719 reviews
Price from
US$83.74
1 night, 2 adults

Canterbury Hotel Cottages and Apartment's

Hotel in Canterbury

A short walk from Canterbury city centre and its world-famous Cathedral, this privately-owned hotel is set within a Victorian townhouse, amid 2 acres of well-maintained grounds.

M
Marek
From
Slovakia
Very good choice and value for money. Loved the garden. After couple of busy days this was great rest.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,517 reviews
Price from
US$152.38
1 night, 2 adults

Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel

Hotel in 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 centre, half a mile from Canterbury...

K
KENNIS
From
Hong Kong
Good free private parking. Just 10 mins walk distance to town. Cozy room and nice staff. I enjoy listening to the T.V when bathing. Good air-conditioned. Everything is fine. Thank you.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,677 reviews
Price from
US$90.22
1 night, 2 adults

Howfield Manor Hotel

Hotel in Canterbury

This charming hotel is 2 miles from Canterbury and close to Dover and the Eurostar. Dating back to the 12th century, it is surrounded by picturesque hills and fruit trees.

K
Katherine
From
Belgium
We had a good breakfast. The beds where very nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,357 reviews
Price from
US$132.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,371 reviews

Home to a beautiful 12th-century chapel and gardens, Greyfriars Lodge Canterbury is set within the very centre of historic Canterbury.

From US$88.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.8
Poor - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Situated in Kent, near Canterbury West Train Station, Canterbury East Train Station and Canterbury Cathedral, City center spacious bedrooms has a garden.

From US$65.59 per night

Situated in Hackington within less than 1 km of Canterbury Cathedral and a 17-minute walk of Canterbury West Train Station, Payton Mews features rooms with free WiFi.

From US$71.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.9
Poor - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Luxurious Room is situated in Hackington, 1.7 km from Canterbury Cathedral and 2.5 km from Canterbury East Train Station.

From US$63.20 per night

Delux Double Bedroom, a property with a garden, is set in Hackington, 2.5 km from Canterbury East Train Station, 3.4 km from Canterbury West Train Station, as well as 4.8 km from University of Kent.

From US$93.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 87 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Sturry House is located in Sturry, 4.9 km from Canterbury Cathedral and 5.6 km from Canterbury West Train Station.

From US$99.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

Located in Sturry and only 5.5 km from Canterbury Cathedral, Cosy woodland Romantic retreat With log fires and nature provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$90.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

Magical Forest yurt is set in Sturry, 6.6 km from Canterbury Cathedral, 6.7 km from Canterbury West Train Station, as well as 7.5 km from Canterbury East Train Station.

From US$106.99 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Canterbury

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 387 reviews

Situated in Canterbury and with Canterbury Cathedral reachable within 400 metres, The Sun Hotel features a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

From US$159 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Offering city views, The Luxe Pad - Stylish Stay in Canterbury is an accommodation set in Canterbury, 800 metres from Canterbury East Train Station and 500 metres from Canterbury Cathedral.

From US$225.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,582 reviews

Within Canterbury’s historic city walls, ABode Canterbury is just 300 metres from Canterbury Cathedral. Complete with restaurant and cocktail bar, the hotel offers stylish bedrooms with free Wi-Fi.

From US$144.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,822 reviews

Situated within the Roman city walls of historic Canterbury’s centre, this family-run hotel dates back to the 16th century. It offers free WiFi, and a cosy, oak-beamed bar.

From US$139.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 943 reviews

The Hugo - Hotel Concept Canterbury is offering room-only accommodation on Canterbury High Street.

From US$104.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 705 reviews

A delightful old pub close to the city centre and its many tourist attractions. The ruins of the ancient water mill (hence Miller's Arms) on the River Stour remain alongside the pub.

From US$165.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

The recently renovated Stylish & Spacious City Centre 3-Bedroom Townhouse - Sleeps 6 is situated in Canterbury, near Canterbury Cathedral and Canterbury West Train Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews

Situated in Canterbury and within 200 metres of Canterbury Cathedral, Church Street House has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$86.13 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Canterbury and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 730 reviews

Located in Canterbury, 400 metres from Canterbury Cathedral, The Corner House Canterbury features a restaurant and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.

From US$132.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,251 reviews

Just meters from Canterbury’s medieval West Gate, this charming building dates back to 1403.

From US$127.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,227 reviews

In historic Canterbury, this charming 3-star metro hotel has free WiFi and free parking. The city centre and 2 rail stations are within easy reach.

From US$152.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews

Set in Canterbury within 500 metres of Canterbury West Train Station and 1.3 km of Canterbury East Train Station, Canterbury Black Horse offers rooms with free WiFi.

From US$106 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 531 reviews

Located in Canterbury, The Black Horse Inn offers accommodation with free WiFi and TV, as well as a shared lounge and a garden.

From US$99.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,708 reviews

Thanington Hotel is a charming 18th-century property with an indoor swimming pool, spa and free Wi-Fi. Canterbury town centre and cathedral are a 15-minute walk away.

From US$145.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 237 reviews

Located in Canterbury in the Kent region, with Canterbury Cathedral and Canterbury East Train Station nearby, The Bat and Ball provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$147.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 850 reviews

Less than 3 miles from the historic centre of Canterbury, this luxury B&B enjoys a rural setting within its own oak woodland.

From US$118.06 per night

FAQs about hotels in Canterbury

Heavenly Heritage and Literary Legend

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

Lovely city, vast array of shops, chains and independent.

Lovely city, vast array of shops, chains and independent. Beautiful buildings throughout the city. A very enjoyable couple of days, and the Xmas market was on. Need to go back again, there is much more to see
Guest review by
Teresa
United Kingdom
8.0

Absolutely love Canterbury - so pretty.

Absolutely love Canterbury - so pretty. We visited the stunning Cathedral and just loved the selection of shops and seeing the Christmas lights and surrounding stalls around the cathedral. Really put us in a Christmas mood. A huge choice of places to eat and drink - train station within walking distance of town centre.
Guest review by
Anonymous
10

So much to do and see in Canterbury with all the history of...

So much to do and see in Canterbury with all the history of the Cathedral and connections it makes visiting a perfect pick. Plenty of restaurants. Fabulous walks in the countryside. Great shops and very lively with the all the students.
Guest review by
Miki
United Kingdom
8.0

The Cathedral is undoubtedly the main tourist attraction and...

The Cathedral is undoubtedly the main tourist attraction and you need several hours to fully appreciate the architecture and the features of the building. It isn't a cheap day out (currently the cost of entry is £18.00 per person - October 2025) but still represents good value, as you can use this to visit any number of times within one year. Despite the distance we will go back again, as I now know there are several things we missed during our visit. There are other things to see, but we only had one day in the city itself and the Cathedral was our main choice to visit.
Guest review by
Geoff
United Kingdom
10

We went for a long weekend - primarily to see the Catherdral...

We went for a long weekend - primarily to see the Catherdral. The Catherdral was stunning. We even went to the Sunday morning service, which was genuinely interesting to see. The whole building and surrounding estate was really worth the visit. The part of the city around the Catherdral was also lovely. Lots of indepdendent shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs. Obviosuly some of it caters to the toursit trade, but overall it was really nice. We found a lovely vegetarian cafe, The Veg Box, and had a fantastic Italian meal on the evening. We also went to see a film at the Curzon at what looke dlike a brand new entertainment area. The Riverside, just at the northern end of the centre. Lots of history to learn about and a nice compact city centre. Rest of the weekend utilised our Nationa Trust membership at a couple of nearby places.
Guest review by
Neil
United Kingdom
10

Canterbury is a pretty city with a rich history and plenty...

Canterbury is a pretty city with a rich history and plenty to do and see. Walking around the old streets and the canal is a very pleasant way to spend the day. There are many fantastic green spaces such as Westgate Park and you can enjoy punting on the canal. There are many great places to eat and drink and attractions like Canterbury Cathedral and the Roman Museum. It is well served by two train stations and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. You definitely need more than one day there!
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From US$152.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,227 reviews
The hotel is not 100% what it looks like in the photos however it’s a very quaint little place and has value for its money. It’s in a wonderful location less than a 10 minute walk to the city centre. Despite being next to a busy roundabout it’s very quiet. It’s a lovely place to stay for a few nights whilst exploring Canterbury. I’d stay here again.
Guest review by
James
Australia
From US$152.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,669 reviews
Location next to the cathedral was lovely. A very nice breakfast in a nice open and airy restaurant. Room overlooks a nice Mediterranean style garden. A 2 minute walk through the cathedral and you are in the heart of the town centre. You can get a cheaper hotel elsewhere but not one that's nice like this one!
Guest review by
Jackie
United Kingdom
From US$139.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,517 reviews
The staff were lovely, friendly and helpful. The hotel is set in beautiful grounds- wherea few g&t's were enjoyed in the gardens. Breakfast was very tasty with plenty of hot and cold options. All in all a lovely hotel just a 5 min car ride to the centre of Canterbury with plenty of secure parking.
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Michelle
United Kingdom
From US$153.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,532 reviews
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.
Guest review by
Raz&Iony
United Kingdom
From US$110.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,599 reviews
Great location within the Canterbury's city centre. Nearby multi storey car park affiliated to the hotel. Good breakfast and spacious room. I appreciated having a real hairdryer. Very welcoming staff at reception and at breakfast time.
Guest review by
Gariglio
United Kingdom