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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.

L
Lee
From
Malaysia
1. Complimentary visit to the Cathedral 2. Spacious room notwithstanding its annexe location 3. Exceptional breakfast 4. Very friendly staff at check-in and dining hall 5. Outstanding Manager (Rachel) who helped me return a house key accidentally taken by me to the owner of my earlier lodging in Broadstairs
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,680 reviews
Price from
US$151.01
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.

M
Marie
From
Sweden
perfect location, modern and clean. Comfortable beds and very helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,618 reviews
Price from
US$107.47
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.

J
Julie
From
United Kingdom
Lovely old building, free parking, delicious breakfast, friendly staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,075 reviews
Price from
US$100.46
1 night, 2 adults

Cathedral Gate

Hotel in Canterbury

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

K
Ken
From
Spain
Great old building. Very comfortable room. Friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,032 reviews
Price from
US$112.51
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.

D
Davinia
From
Saudi Arabia
A gorgeous, charming boutique hotel, located in the centre of historic Canterbury. Quirky historic building with modern interior design features. Perfect location for exploring this beautiful city. The rooms are beautiful and spotlessly clean, absolutely loved the luxurious toiletries, Verden is my favourite brand, great tea selection too. The breakfast was not your typical breakfast buffet and in fact a lovely menu cooked to order, it was delicious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,271 reviews
Price from
US$120.39
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.

M
Marcela
From
Canada
Staff were all friendly - from the reception to the breakfast support. They seemed happy to be there, which makes all the difference. Breakfast was by far the best we had while travelling around the UK (I must say we usually have continental breakfast, so the options available made all the difference here). Location is also very convenient.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,691 reviews
Price from
US$216.67
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.

M
Meruert
From
Spain
There is not a single item I was not happy with during my stay. Comfortable bed, large parking, good breakfast, all clean and new, very functional large room, all you need is there, strong pressure shower, fresh towels. Staff very attentive.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,699 reviews
Price from
US$77.48
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.

L
L
From
Netherlands
Beautiful garden, great bed, excellent breakfast, vy friendly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,532 reviews
Price from
US$151.01
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...

G
Ginge
From
United Kingdom
Warm welcome nothing was to much trouble for the staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,632 reviews
Price from
US$89.41
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.

M
Martin
From
Switzerland
The Howfield Manor Hotel is a gem! We enjoyed our stay a lot. The room was spacious and clean. The breakfast was great. And the dinner at the restaurant was outstanding!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,371 reviews
Price from
US$131.31
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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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 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 114 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$85.35 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$70.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 667 reviews

Situated in a Victorian villa in a quiet, tree-lined street, YHA Canterbury is just 15 minutes’ walk from Canterbury Cathedral. Guests can enjoy the cafe bar, TV lounge and games room.

From US$39.39 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$92.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews

Set in Canterbury, 400 metres from University of Kent, Tyler Court, University of Kent offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

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$98.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

Little vintage caravan with cosy log burner is set in Canterbury, 6.7 km from Canterbury West Train Station, 7.5 km from Canterbury East Train Station, and 7.7 km from University of Kent.

From US$76.82 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Canterbury

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 389 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$157.58 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,577 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$143.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,852 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$151.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
Passable - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Set 1.4 km from Canterbury East Train Station, 1.1 km from Canterbury West Train Station and 4.3 km from University of Kent, Luxury Flat in Canterbury City Center offers accommodation situated in...

From US$185.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Offering a garden and river view, Royal Exchange House - Canterbury is situated in Canterbury, less than 1 km from Canterbury Cathedral and a 10-minute walk from Canterbury West Train Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,271 reviews

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

From US$132.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 2.5
Very poor - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

Located 1.3 km from Canterbury East Train Station, 1.1 km from Canterbury Cathedral and 3.2 km from University of Kent, Cosy City Centre Flat provides accommodation situated in Canterbury.

From US$106.37 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Canterbury and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,252 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$137.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 486 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$118.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

Canterbury lodge is situated in Kent, less than 1 km from Canterbury West Train Station, a 16-minute walk from Canterbury East Train Station, and 1.8 km from Canterbury Cathedral.

From US$157.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,632 reviews

In 2 acres of landscaped gardens, Abbots Barton Hotel has a traditional restaurant and elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi.

From US$111.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,691 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$157.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,371 reviews

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.

From US$137.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 860 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$128.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,699 reviews

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.

From US$72.22 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:

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!
Guest review by
Benzaamia
10

Great city will lots of history , culture and vitality.

Great city will lots of history , culture and vitality. Lovely walks along the Stour. Are at The Millers Arms and Pinocchios, both great mid-range ( Millers a pub and Pinocchios an Italian restaurant. However, there are upper bracket and lower bracket restaurants to choose from (Millers Arms was Dog friendly, Pinocchios wasn’t)
Guest review by
Andrew
United Kingdom
10

A walkable town just a couple hours outside of London with...

A walkable town just a couple hours outside of London with historic middle ages architecture mixed with modern buildings. Train rides were pleasant straight to and from King's Cross in London, so we spent a day in the West End seeing shows. Locals were very friendly and accommodating.
Guest review by
Erich
United States
10

At every step you are looking at history, the centre of the...

At every step you are looking at history, the centre of the city is full of ancient buildings and tourists and students from all over the world. There are lots of lovely restaurants- we ate at an Arabian place one evening. The cathedral is perfect, one of our reasons to visit was for my partner to visit the archives. I went to Mass and visited the Hear Us! graffiti exhibition- quite challenging. The cobbles are also challenging for the less mobile, but it's worth it
Guest review by
Stephanie
United Kingdom

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From US$110.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,175 reviews
This is the fourth year that I've stayed at the hotel which speaks for itself. My room was large and comfortable and I was made to feel very welcome by the staff. The restaurant serves a good breakfast and a wide selection of food on the dinner menu. There's a comfortable lounge bar with outside areas at the front and back of the hotel. It's well situated just off the main road into Canterbury and within walking distance of the city centre and both railway stations.
Guest review by
Robert
United Kingdom
From US$120.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,119 reviews
This is the 3rd time that I have stayed at The Maidens Chambers and on each occasion, the welcome has been warm, the rooms comfortable and spotless and the facilities are all that you need for an overnight stay. The hotel is located on the edge of the city centre, but that brings with it the benefits of free parking on site and all that Canterbury offers is within a very short walk.
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Langley
United Kingdom
From US$137.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,371 reviews
The hotel is located about 3 miles from Canterbury centre with no bus service. There is however a park and ride at Wincheap for £4/day with very frequent bus service into town centre. The breakfasts at the hotel are excellent and the dinner menu good value for money.
Guest review by
Naudi
United Kingdom
From US$115.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,618 reviews
Great hotel right in the centre of Canterbury, with comfortable rooms, decent gym and great breakfast. Would definitely stay again when I next visit the town!
Guest review by
Enrique84
United Kingdom
From US$122.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 585 reviews
Comfortable rooms. Lovely unique and old coaching inn hotel. In centre of Canterbury and easy to walk to the Cathedral, Marlowe theatre, and river cruises.
Guest review by
Susan
United Kingdom