The nearest airport is London City, around 1 hour 15 minutes away by car, or you can take the Docklands Light Railway to Stratford International, then the train to Ashford International, where you can change for Canterbury East station -- around an hour and a half in total. The station is a 5-minute walk from the hotel. If you’re driving, Take the A28 into Canterbury and follow the signs for the Cathedral. Limited parking is available at the front of the hotel for £5 per night (pre-booking is essential), or a voucher can be purchased on arrival for a local car park (£6 per 24 hours).
One of Canterbury’s biggest draws is undoubtedly its Cathedral -- one of the oldest Christian buildings in the country and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. So where better to stay than on the grounds themselves? The Canterbury Cathedral Lodge is a modern 4-star B&B with impressive views from many rooms -- and guests get free entrance to the Cathedral (usually £10.50 per adult).
You’ll be staying in the centre of town, within easy reach of all the attractions the city has to offer, including The Canterbury Tales exhibition, brought alive by Chaucer’s poetry. Further afield, the coastal town of Whitstable, home of the famous Oyster Festival, is only a 20-minute drive.
There’s no real restaurant or bar on site but drinks can be served in the Library Room, where there are a number of books on the local area and a computer for guests to use. The hotel can recommend a number of nearby dining options, where guests will receive a 10% discount. Breakfast is included in the price and served in the Refectory Restaurant -- expect a continental breakfast buffet with hot dishes made to order, such as a full English breakfast, eggs benedict and scrambled eggs with smoked salmon.
The majority of the 35 bedrooms have Cathedral views (apart from those in a separate annexe), and WiFi is free. Some are a little on the small side and do not have a mini bar, but you’ll find tea and coffee-making facilities and homemade shortbread biscuits waiting for you on arrival.
Amenities
General
Newspaper / magazines
100% smoke-free
Room amenities
Coffee / tea-making facilities
Internet
Complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms
Complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Parking (fees apply)
Please note: Some amenities may not be available in all rooms and some amenities or services incur an additional charge and are subject to change. Please check with the hotel directly.
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Check-in: Standard Time is 3pm.
Checkout: Standard Time is 11am.
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Additional details: Pets not allowed Check-in time starts at 3pm Check-out time is 11am
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