36 New Dover Rd, Canterbury, CT1 3DU, United Kingdom
#26 of 27 hotels in Canterbury
Guests' ChoiceBased on 320 hotel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.0
Facilities
7.9
Staff
8.8
Value for money
7.9
Free WiFi
6.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 6 May 2024
Sonali
United KingdomUnable open windows Very squeaky floor boards No water to drink in room
Gorgeous hotel about 10 minutes walk out of town Off main road Plenty of parking and at no extra cost Excellent looking hotel with woodland around Quiet location Spacious room Lots hot water and bathing extras Excellent breakfast
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Lee
United KingdomCouldn’t get shower to comply either too hot or freezing no in between
New rooms are spectacular
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Mixael
Hong Kongbed and pillow
if only my bed not as hard as the floor I would give 10 , maybe it's my fault should ask for softer mattress and pillows ,otherwise everything is nice staff bit unfriendly best area is bathroom 😁
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Nick
United KingdomWindows were locked shut when we arrived and room was stuffy, but staff sorted that and temperature was just right.
Friendly and helpful staff, rooms very comfortable. Excellent breakfasts.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Alexandra
United KingdomIt was quite a journey through the 1830’s property to a lovely bright room at the top. There is a lift but it would be worth mentioning any mobility probs as you book so they are able to allocate an easy access room
A grand gothic style Victorian hotel set just on the outskirts of the city centre, just a 7/10 min walk away. Refreshing not to stay in a bland brand hotel. Parts have recently been refurbished. We stayed in an older section of the hotel which was completely comfortable and clean. It was interesting to see how our tastes in hotel decor have changed over the years! We were welcomed warmly with a Bonio dog treat at reception. The charming manager helped us throughout our stay. Breakfast was excellent, a good selection on a fresh buffet with delicious local Kent apple juice. All hot items cooked to order. We stayed in a large family room with our spaniel who was able to eat with us at the bar. Great price, great service & breakfast all with a comfortable Britishness. We will be returning in the near future.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Jeffery
United KingdomNothing.
A delightful and peaceful locality.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Robert
United KingdomNothing
The bed was extremely comfortable and the room was fine
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Kim
United KingdomBreakfast was ok, but not great.
Great location, friendly welcome, good clean rooms with pleasant staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Ellis
United KingdomHad to wait 10 mins to check out and eventually had to go and find a member of staff and the lovely young lady on reception was also manning the coffee bar in another room
The staff were lovely and the room was beautiful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 20 April 2024
Linda
United StatesIt would have been helpful to have wifi instructions somewhere - perhaps on the folded paper card which holds the door key?
This Best Western was a great find. We were looking for a quiet room within walking distance of the center. Our room was large, the bed was very comfortable and our room, on the third floor and in the back, was very quiet. We had the added bonus of a tree view in the distance. This Best Western is newly redecorated and very stylish. The receptionist was warm and welcoming. We loved our stay!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
June
United KingdomThe shower was the weakest I’d ever experienced. I had to rinse my hair in the sink as the shower was too weak to wash the shampoo out.
Very friendly staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Owen-jill
United Kingdomcheap single ply toilet paper
staff, room, food etc all excellent
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Paul
United KingdomThere was no lager on draught
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Adam
United KingdomNot much. Could have done with a few changes, like glass rather than plastic cups, and WiFi that's easier to connect to
Very friendly and helpful staff. Lovely room and breakfast was great
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Rochelle
AustraliaWalking distance to town , clean and quiet . Onsite parking
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Juliette
United KingdomPerfect location , beautifully decorated, parking, excellent staff and dog friendly!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Simon
United KingdomI would have liked a selection of tea bags in my room and the provision of fresh milk for making hot drinks.
Very friendly and helpful staff Close to Kent county cricket ground
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
David
United KingdomUnderstand that it may not be complete but could do with some background music in the breakfast room. Damp smell in the ground floor corridor - probably had a leak at sometime. Only pizza available from bar (although they do allow food delivery) personal view as I don't like pizza.
Room recently refurbished. Nice en-suite. Good TV. Short walk to hospital and town centre. Really nice breakfast. Good parking. Friendly staff. Interesting building, could do with some background history to be made available.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Rebecca
United KingdomNothing. Would be great if the entrance was better sign posted.
Room size was pretty big, nice modern en-suite and very clean. The area is quiet and walking distance into Canterbury.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Karen
United KingdomLots of parking. Refurbished areas were nice.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Anthony
United KingdomWe knew that renovation and extension of the hotel was in progress when we booked. However it did take the edge off the stay.
Location close to city centre on several bus routes but also within manageable walking distance. Refurbished room in which we stayed was excellent
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 15 March 2024
Marcel
United KingdomGood sleep despite the renovation work going on.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Lisa
United KingdomCould have been cleaner - a number of black hairs in the bath and around bath tiles. Not nice. Also I was offered a refurbished room for an extra £5. The hotel wasn’t full , that is the sort of thing the hotel should be offering complimentary to encourage people back.
Room 316 - bed was comfortable and jacuzzi bath was great. Also Nice to have shower that you can take off to wash hair separately.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 10 March 2024
Colin
United Kingdomnothing
despite the renovation work the hotel was clean and the room very good. staff were very friendly and helpful (even booked a table at a restaurant for us!)
Stayed in February 2024
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