Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells and only 18 km from Hever Castle, The Beacon provides accommodation with lake views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features garden views and is 19 km from Ightham Mote and 37 km from Glyndebourne Opera House. Rochester Castle is 44 km from the apartment and Brands Hatch is 44 km away. Some units include a seating area and/or a terrace with outdoor furniture. At the apartment complex, all units include a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site traditional restaurant, which serves British cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options. Guests can also relax in the garden. Leeds Castle is 42 km from the apartment, while Chatham Train Station is 43 km away. The nearest airport is London Gatwick Airport, 38 km from The Beacon.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.8
High score for Royal Tunbridge Wells
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Gill
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff all greeted you, beautiful room, really good value tasty food and they prepared a special breakfast for us as we were leaving early
  • Kerry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely location atop a valley, I enjoyed a beautiful sunrise. Staff were super friendly and I felt really welcomed and cared for. My room was really cosy and although this was a business trip, I felt as though I was on holiday. Really great value...
  • Jamila
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stunning hotel. I ended up comming back earlier from my event just so I can try the bathtub ☺️ will definitely be comming back and trying the restaurant too
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by The Beacon

Company review score: 9.7Based on 30 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

The Garden Bar is open every day from 9-5 and through to 11pm on Wednesday to Saturday nights and the Restaurant is open 12-4 everyday and for diner Wednesday to Saturday. The Beacon Country House has a long history of hosting glamorous parties and providing care and shelter for those in need. From the Tea Rooms and Pleasure Gardens created by Sir Walter Harris to the important role it played housing both Basque and Jewish refugees in Wartime. We are proud of these values and traditions and aim to keep The Beacon fire burning bright for generations to come and by offering you a spectacular space for memorable dining, providing a picture postcard of whimsical, rustic romance and undeniably stunning views. In an ever-increasingly fast-paced world, we are here to help you to check out of the virtual hustle and bustle, offering you an unforgettable dining experience to share with your loved ones in either the elegant Restaurant or stylish Garden Bar Combining the best local ingredients we can find, breath-taking views, and care-filled service, here at The Beacon you are sure to experience something that will stay with you for a long time.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Beacon
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Bathroom
    • Private bathroom
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Coffee house on site
    • Wine/champagne
      Additional charge
    • Kid meals
      Additional charge
    • Bar
    Activities
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Additional charge
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Business facilities
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Miscellaneous
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Safety deposit box
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    The Beacon takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 20:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted The Beacon accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform The Beacon in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about The Beacon

    • The prices at The Beacon may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at The Beacon is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Beacon on this page.

    • The Beacon can accommodate the following group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The Beacon offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 3 km)

    • The Beacon has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • The Beacon is 1.5 miles from the centre of Royal Tunbridge Wells. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Beacon has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.