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Reviews of The Bell Hotel 3 stars

The Quay, Sandwich, CT13 9EF, United Kingdom

#14 of 22 hotels in Sandwich

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Review score

Based on 1202 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    6.6

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  • Reviewed: 22 September 2024

    8.0
    Great hotel breakfast very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was very hot we did have a fan which helped. It was in summer heatwave

    Friendly staff good location

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2024

    7.0
    Good but could easily have ben better
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Terrible wifi

    Staff, food and drink.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2024

    9.0
    Very relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only 3 spaces for parking, however large public car park near by

    Friendly staff

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2024

    7.0
    It was a nice break !
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We was disappointed with the service at breakfast as we waited for 55 minutes for our food to find out that it hadn’t even been put through ! This was stressful as I had my two autistic children with me and patience is not something they have !! Once breakfast arrived it was nice !

    We had a family room … I liked the dividing wall in the room which gave some privacy

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2024

    8.0
    Gorgeous old place, maybe a lick of paint needed
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was quite tired, could have done with a new bathroom really and paint peeling off in areas etc

    Gorgeous location, staff were incredible and food was great!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2024

    8.0
    A little bit of heaven
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I would have given it a higher rating if the shower had contained hot water. However, I did raise this with reception who was excellent and refunded part of the cost without me having to argue it out...well done and many thanks! They also informed me that this will be investigated and fixed shortly. therefore, I am not put off at all and will return.

    The location is absolutely superb and overlooks some of the many wonderful and beautiful buildings you will find in this village/town. The rooms are also very lovely and clean which means we have stayed here before and will not hesitate to book again in the future. We love Sandwich and the excellent breakfast included in the stay sets you up for a good day of exploring and enjoying.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2024

    9.0
    Does what it says on the tin
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom was clean & fine a for a night but shower needed updating was very weak.

    The breakfast & dinner were great, location perfect. All staff were friendly, bed was comfortable. People complaining are not taking cost or star rating into account.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful hotel, fantastic location and excellent staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We know it is an old building but a lift would have been a great help. Otherwise and excellent stay.

    Excellent staff; very helpful and friendly. Great view from room 1 but not from room 28, but rooms were clean, bright and comfortable with luxurious touches.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking was ok, and accommodated for, shower in room was very poor little water very low pressure

    Nice hotel, great location, very friendly staff, and nice food, lovely town

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2024

    8.0
    A very comfortable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    As a single guest, one usually does not get the best of rooms - this is to be expected. Maybe single guests could be charged a lower rate?

    Very good location and excellent breakfast.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's very tired as far as paint work and carpets. Food choice for dinner was disappointing as was the food.

    Staff were great.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2024

    9.0
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The Bell Hotel was a real find. The staff were friendly, the room was comfortable and the food was excellent.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms were a bit hot at night

    Very good breakfast, friendly and welcoming staff.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2024

    8.0
    A good hoover on all stairs & landings, plus a touch up of paint in rooms would have got a 5* rating.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Desperately needs a coat of paint. Stairs had small bits of paper/litter on them on arrival day. Still there 4 days later.

    Location, staff, breakfast.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2024

    9.0
    Lovely stay, in a great position. Great evening meal and really good breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower needed updating.. doors kept coming off the runners.

    Location, excellent breakfast.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2024

    7.0
    Was ok, but wouldn't bother again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    No aircon, and not given option. Dirty carpet. Old and poor conditioned decore. Very expensive for the standard.

    The breakfast was very good and very well presented. Bed was comfortable, but no air in room so too stuffy and hot to sleep.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2024

    8.0
    Great, enjoyed the fish and chips!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    At the time I booked he room rate was much higher than previously, hence didn’t feel such good value for money.

    Great location, nice building and decor

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2024

    9.0
    Very pleased will recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was lovely … staff were very friendly and approachable … location was exactly where we needed to be.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2024

    7.0
    Great hotel in many ways but very steep stairs
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The stairs! Desperately needs a lift. Also it is in need of a makeover. It needs painting and some restoration

    Location, restaurant.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2024

    9.0
    Excellent value for money in a lovely location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Shower facilities required routine maintenance.

    Room facilities good as advertised. Bed was comfortable. Breakfast outstanding with good variety on menu.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2024

    8.0
    Too short a stay for such a lovely town.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    My evening meal aside I have nothing negative to write. My stay was short and my memories are positive so I would have no qualms about recommending the Bell to anyone.

    Beautiful location in a beautiful town. I only stayed one night but I may well return. The Bell is a popular busy pub and hotel overlooking the River Stour with plenty of outdoor seating with very limited parking. Breakfast was excellent but my evening meal was disappointing.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2024

    8.0
    Very pleasant stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Staff very pleasant, but the hotel were suffering from staffing problems, which put pressure on the staff that were on duty, although this did not adversely affect our stay.

    Nice comfortable room overlooking the River, excellent breakfast and evening meals. Good location in the town.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2024

    9.0
    Friendly stay in a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is a medieval town, so the hotel has no parking, but does offer a free voucher between 4.00pm and 10.00 am. Parking is a bit of a pain though for other times, Quay car park is Ring Go which is fine if you already have the app. Not the hotel's fault, just useful to know.

    Great location overlooking the River, and easy walk to town and all attractions. Clean and comfy room, great breakfast freshly cooked, and super friendly team.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2024

    7.0
    Nice but problems
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Less stairs, and wall insulation. Room basic

    Walls of the hotel very thin at the top of the hotel and kept awake by an over amourous couple…??

    Stayed in April 2024

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