We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Kent, UK. We have also included accommodation in historic buildings, apartments, holiday homes, villas, lodges, chalets, mansions, romantic hotels and country houses. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated March 2024.
Country House.Historic. Set in 125 acres of formal gardens, this 13th-century double-moated castle offers luxurious yet modern bedrooms with free Wi-Fi. Access is via the private gated entrance and guests have free parking in a private car park. The rooms at Hever Castle are beautifully appointed and individually styled with some rich fabrics and antique furnishing. They are located in the Astor Wing and the Anne Boleyn Wing of the castle and set apart from the area's the day visitors have access to. The Moat Restaurant serves lunch on days when the castle is open to the public. It offers a choice of hot and cold food, and a variety of freshly made sandwiches and castle-baked cakes are also available. There is a wonderful pub within walking distance for evening meals. Breakfast is served to guests in the Astor Wing or the Anne Boleyn Wing. The castle has historic 16th century portraits, paintings, furniture and tapestries. Access is included in the bed and breakfast rate and the gardens can also be privately enjoyed by guests outside of opening times. The golf club is just a 2-minute drive. Local places of interest include Chartwell and Penshurst Place.Show full description
This unique bed and breakfast is situated in a castle. It provides charming and historic rooms, along with access to the castle grounds. Guests can also enjoy golfing on-site.
Boutique hotel.Historic property. Great views. Popular among women. Set within 15 acres of landscaped gardens in the beautiful Port Lympne Wild Animal Reserve, the Port Lympne Mansion Hotel features stunning views across the Romney Marsh, over the Kent Coast, and towards the English Channel. This unique property has free WiFi and free onsite parking. The historic Edwardian mansion house offers elegant rooms, each with a flat-screen TV, an iPod docking station, a seating area, and tea and coffee making facilities. The en-suite bath or shower rooms have bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and a hairdryer. Some luxury suites boast a four-poster bed and all rooms have luxurious detailing and stylish furnishings. In the mornings, the Port Lympne Mansion House serves full English and continental breakfasts. Port Lympne Mansion Hotel has accommodated prestigious guests, including Sir Winston Churchill, Lawrence of Arabia, and Prince Edward. Guests can explore the Howletts Wild Animal Park, which is also within the grounds.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most HISTORIC boutique hotels in Kent.
Holiday Home.Great location. 'Sandy Bottom' Broadstairs by the beach is set in Broadstairs, 400 metres from Viking Bay Beach, and offers a balcony, garden, and free WiFi. This holiday home features accommodation with a patio. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.4 km from Joss Bay. The holiday home is fitted with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Broadstairs, like fishing and hiking. A baby safety gate is also available for guests at 'Sandy Bottom' Broadstairs by the beach. Granville Theatre is 3.9 km from the accommodation, while Sandwich Railway Station is 17 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 123 km from 'Sandy Bottom' Broadstairs by the beach.Show full description
'Sandy Bottom' is a charming property in a fantastic location. The hosts, Zoe and Andy, are incredibly helpful and attentive. The rooms are large with beautiful views, and the property has all the amenities you could need.
Apartment.Great bar. Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, The Courtyard - Cosy, secluded with luxury suite is situated in Walmer, 2.7 km from Deal Castle and 5.1 km from Sandown Castle. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. This apartment with garden views features carpeted floor, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath or shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.1 km from Deal Castle Beach. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Sandwich Railway Station is 10 km from the apartment, while White Cliffs of Dover is 10 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 121 km from The Courtyard - Cosy, secluded with luxury suite.Show full description
Chalet.Charming. Great bar. Popular among women. Boasting a garden, private pool and inner courtyard views, SherPai Lodge with Heated outdoor Pool Pool open July to October is situated in Kent. This beachfront property offers access to tennis at the tennis court, free private parking and free WiFi. Canterbury Cathedral is 13 km from the chalet and Canterbury East Train Station is 14 km away. The chalet features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a terrace with pool views. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the garden views. This chalet is allergy-free and non-smoking. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. Guests at the chalet will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kent, like hiking. SherPai Lodge with Heated outdoor Pool Pool open July to October has an outdoor fireplace and a children's playground. Herne Bay Beach is less than 1 km from the accommodation, while University of Kent is 12 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 99 km from SherPai Lodge with Heated outdoor Pool Pool open July to October.Show full description
Lodge.Creative. Lovely surroundings. Popular among couples. Situated in Canterbury in the Kent region, Foxhill Lodges features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The accommodation features a hot tub. Accommodation is fitted with air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchenette with a dining area, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A fridge, a microwave and stovetop are also available, as well as a kettle. The lodge has a garden and sun terrace, which can be enjoyed by guests if the weather permits. Canterbury WestTrain Station is 5.8 km from Foxhill Lodges, while Canterbury Cathedral is 6.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 98 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Foxhill Lodges in Canterbury provides a peaceful and rejuvenating accommodation experience with its detached log cabins/lodges. Designed for adult-only breaks, these cabins offer a restful retreat from busy life.
Camp Site.Charming. Great interior design. Located 1.4 km from Walpole Bay Beach, Delightful cosy cabin provides accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a shared kitchen for your convenience. The unit comprise a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchenette with various cooking facilities, including a fridge, a microwave and a toaster. There is a private bathroom with shower in every unit, along with free toiletries, a hairdryer and bathrobes. The camping offers a barbecue. The Bay Beach is 2.2 km from Delightful cosy cabin, while Granville Theatre is 7.3 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 119 km from the accommodation.Show full description
The most charming, elegant and lively camp site in Kent. Soooo nice!
Apartment.Romantic. Great value. Popular among couples. Situated in Sheerness, 31 km from Chatham Train Station, Romantic escape luxury Hobbit house with Hot tub! provides accommodation with a hot tub. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The 1-bedroom apartment comes with a living room with a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and fridge, and 1 bathroom with walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is located 31 km from Historic Chatham Dockyard. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can also relax in the garden. Leeds Castle is 33 km from the apartment, while Rochester Castle is 36 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 79 km from Romantic escape luxury Hobbit house with Hot tub!.Show full description
This is the most romantic apartment in Kent. It also has great affordability.
Bed and Breakfast.Beautiful. Gorgeous surroundings. Terlingham Lane Cottage has 2 very large and luxurious ensuite bedrooms (can be twin beds if required), a kitchen/diner and a cosy lounge with a guest toilet. Both bedrooms have luxury bedding and flat-screen smart TVs. The perfect spot to spend a few days exploring, Terlingham Lane Cottage is only a 10 minute drive from Folkestone, with a range of excellent restaurants, bars, live music venues, art galleries and beautiful sandy beaches. The bathrooms are very large and each have a walk-in shower, bath, toilet and handbasin. Towels, hairdryers and complimentary toiletries are provided. The kitchen is well equipped with a stove, hob, fridge/freezer microwave, dishwasher, toaster, kettle, crockery, glassware, cutlery, etc. The historic villages of Sandgate and Hythe are also not to be missed. Also only 25 minutes drive to Canterbury Cathedral, Sandwich and Dymchurch, 15 minutes to the Eurostar terminal in Ashford and Dover ferry port, and within 45 minutes of pretty Kent and Sussex towns including Whitstable, Tenterden and Rye. Gorgeous local walks with incredible views of the North Downs and English Channel, and history buffs will enjoy being only 5 minutes’ drive from the Battle of Britain Museum.Show full description
This bed and breakfast has beautiful surroundings.
Luxury Tent.Lively. Popular among women. Set just 10 km from Granville Theatre, Quex Livery Glamping offers accommodation in Birchington with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a minimarket. The property is around 14 km from Sandwich Railway Station, 21 km from Sandown Castle and 24 km from Canterbury Cathedral. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. There is a seating area and a kitchenette complete with a fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware. The luxury tent offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. Guests may eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, brunch and high tea. The luxury tent also features outdoor fireplace and a picnic area for a day out in the open. Deal Castle is 24 km from the luxury tent, while Canterbury WestTrain Station is 24 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 112 km from Quex Livery Glamping.Show full description
Apartment.Unique. Great value. Popular among couples. Romantic escape luxury hobbit house with hot tub, a property with a garden, is set in Sheerness, 33 km from Leeds Castle, 36 km from Rochester Castle, as well as 49 km from Canterbury WestTrain Station. With free private parking, the property is 31 km from Historic Chatham Dockyard and 31 km from Chatham Train Station. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking apartment has a hot tub. The apartment with a patio and garden views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a fridge, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Canterbury East Train Station is 49 km from the apartment, while University of Kent is 50 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 79 km from Romantic escape luxury hobbit house with hot tub.Show full description
Apartment.Nice style. Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells in the Kent region, Studio Acorn private parking and garden features a patio. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The 1-bedroom apartment comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with bathrobes. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is set 17 km from Ightham Mote. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Hever Castle is 20 km from the apartment, while Glyndebourne Opera House is 39 km away. The nearest airport is London Gatwick Airport, 40 km from Studio Acorn private parking and garden.Show full description
Luxury Tent.Elegant. Great location. Offering barbecue facilities and garden view, Glamping at Honnington Farm is located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, 17 km from Hever Castle and 37 km from Rochester Castle. Set 14 km from Ightham Mote, the property provides a garden and free private parking. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the luxury tent's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. With free WiFi, this luxury tent offers a TV and a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and fridge. Towels and bed linen are offered in the luxury tent. The accommodation is non-smoking. You can play table tennis at the luxury tent. Glamping at Honnington Farm has a children's playground and a picnic area. Brands Hatch is 39 km from the accommodation, while Chatham Train Station is 40 km from the property. The nearest airport is London Gatwick Airport, 54 km from Glamping at Honnington Farm.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Beautiful. Great views. Located just 12 miles from Canterbury, Goss Hall Bed & Breakfast offers free WiFi access and free onsite parking. With a garden and a terrace, the property is 30 minutes' walk from Sandwich. Featuring garden views, each room includes a TV with satellite channels, a seating area, and tea and coffee making facilities. The en-suite or external private bath or shower rooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries. Goss Hall Bed & Breakfast also offers meeting facilities and a shared lounge. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including fishing and golfing. Overlooking the seafront, Princes Golf Club is just 10 minutes' drive away and the Royal St George Golf Course is also nearby. Sandwich Railway Station is just 5 minutes' drive away. Guests can explore the Sandwich and Pegwell Nature Reserve, just 8 minutes' drive from Goss Hall.Show full description
Lodge.Unique. Great views. Featuring garden views, Oakside Tree Tops provides accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a bar, around 4.2 km from Canterbury WestTrain Station. This lodge features free private parking and room service. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The lodge is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the lodge. Canterbury East Train Station is 4.5 km from the lodge, while University of Kent is 5.1 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 89 km from Oakside Tree Tops.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Cool. Great value. Popular among couples. Striking and modern, The Marquis of Granby is a former village pub that offers contemporary dining and chic rooms, all amid beautiful Kent countryside near Dover, Folkestone, Canterbury and Ashford. With views across the Alkham Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, The Marquis of Granby was transformed in 2008 to combine timeless rural England with boutique-style luxury. Space, light, art, fine furnishings and beautiful fabrics: 21st-century on the inside, but with a typically English view from the window. As well as the rolling green hills of Alkham Valley, 3 of the rooms offer a view of the village cricket pitch one of the smallest in England. It is 'Highly Commended' by the AA. The restaurant mixes the global with the local, with fresh, seasonal menus providing modern cuisine amid chic surroundings and a well-stocked bar.Show full description
Apartment.Stylish. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. Featuring garden views, The Garden Apartment features accommodation with a private terrace, around 2.7 km from Sandown Castle. Located less than 1 km from Deal Castle, the property provides a garden and free private parking. The apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. The apartment offers a terrace. Walmer Castle is 2.5 km from The Garden Apartment.Show full description
Luxury Tent.Delightful property. Nice surroundings. Knights Glamping at Leeds Castle offers unique accommodation in spacious Medieval-style tents, with free Wi-Fi and a wood burning stove. The property is located only a 5-minute drive from the M20 motorway. Each tent offers stylish furnishings with chests of drawers, reading lamps and safety deposit boxes. Tea and coffee making facilities, biscuits and water are provided. Ipod docking stations are available on request. Shared bathrooms are within a short walk away, in the Knight’s Cottage. Guests can admire rare birds while strolling through the grounds, as well as enjoy the use of the cast iron griddle over an open fire pit. The area is perfect for eating outdoors during long summer evenings. Knights Glamping at Leeds Castle is situated 2 miles from the Hollingbourne Train Station and 650 metres from the Leeds Castle Golf Course.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most BEAUTIFUL luxury tents in Kent.
Holiday Home.Hip. Superb interior design. Waves whitstable is situated in Whitstable, 300 metres from Whitstable Beach, and features a patio, garden, and free WiFi. The property features city and inner courtyard views, and is 11 km from Canterbury WestTrain Station. The property is non-smoking and is located 10 km from University of Kent. The holiday home with a terrace and garden views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. If you would like to discover the area, cycling and hiking are possible in the surroundings and the holiday home can arrange a bicycle rental service. Canterbury East Train Station is 13 km from waves whitstable, while Canterbury Cathedral is 13 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 92 km from the accommodation.Show full description
One of the coolest, most well designed and stylish holiday homes in Kent! AMAZING.
Bed and Breakfast. Located in Maidstone and only 12 km from Leeds Castle, Riseden Bed and Breakfast provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. It is situated 17 km from Chatham Train Station and features a housekeeping service. The bed and breakfast features family rooms. At the bed and breakfast, all units are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. At the bed and breakfast, all units are allergy-free. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Guests can also relax in the garden. Historic Chatham Dockyard is 18 km from the bed and breakfast, while Rochester Castle is 18 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 61 km from Riseden Bed and Breakfast.Show full description
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