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8.8

2,437 reviews

Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

The Precincts, Canterbury, CT1 2EH, United Kingdom

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Restaurant

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

24-hour front desk

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Landmark view

Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

Welcome to the Canterbury Cathedral Lodge, where history meets modern comfort in the heart of Canterbury! This charming 4-star hotel is just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the city center, a mere 0.1mi stroll that leads you into the picturesque streets of this medieval marvel. Starting from just $92 per night, you're all set for a delightful stay that balances luxury and affordability, making it the perfect retreat for travelers looking to explore this ancient city.

Step inside and be greeted by a plethora of fantastic amenities! Enjoy a delicious breakfast to kick-start your day, and take advantage of the free Wi-Fi to share your adventures with friends and family back home. The hotel features a sparkling restaurant, where culinary delights await, and if you're in the mood for a cozy night in, you can binge-watch your favorite shows with the streaming service provided. Need to host a meeting or banquet? The Lodge has got that covered too, with options available at extra charges. From the tranquil garden to the inviting picnic area, every corner of this hotel invites you to unwind and soak up the vibrant atmosphere of Canterbury.

Don't just take our word for it—this hotel comes highly recommended with an impressive total of 2437 reviews! Guests rave about the breathtaking landmark views and the delightful non-smoking rooms designed for your comfort. Plus, with the 24-hour front desk at your service and wheelchair-accessible facilities, Canterbury Cathedral Lodge ensures that everyone can enjoy a perfect getaway. Whether you're here for the stunning cathedral, thrilling history, or just a charming stay, this is your gateway to an unforgettable Canterbury experience!

Once you’ve settled in, don’t forget to satisfy your culinary cravings at the Refectory Restaurant, where family-friendly vibes meet modern elegance! Start your day with a hearty breakfast that will set the tone for your adventures, or wind down after a fun-filled day exploring the enchanting city. Whether you fancy a light bite or a full meal, the menu is bursting with delicious options that will make your taste buds dance. Enjoy your meal in a stylish and inviting atmosphere, perfect for families, couples, or solo wanderers looking to indulge.

Venturing out and about, the historic aura of Canterbury will beckon you with its delightful mix of ancient architecture and vibrant street life. Take a leisurely walk through the cobblestone streets, where every corner tells a tale. The stunning views of the iconic cathedral will leave you in awe, and before you know it, you're happily snapping photos, creating memories to last a lifetime. Don’t forget to enjoy the lively shops, quaint cafés, and friendly locals—Canterbury has a way of welcoming you with open arms!

After a day filled with exploration, retreat back to your cozy haven at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge. Whether you choose a Twin Room with View to soak in the picturesque surroundings or a Two-Bedroom Apartment for a fun getaway with friends or family, your comfort is the top priority. With a plethora of options, every type of traveler is catered to, ensuring that you always have a delightful space to unwind. Let the enchanting ambiance and warm hospitality of the Lodge envelop you, making your stay here a delightful adventure in this beautiful medieval city.

Closest airports

Lydd Airport

23.2mi

London City Airport

47mi

London Gatwick Airport

55.3mi

London Stansted Airport

55.5mi

Le Touquet – Côte d'Opale Airport

57.6mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

24-hour front desk

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Landmark view

Elevator

Picnic area

Garden

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Rooms

Two-Bedroom Apartment in Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

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Apartment, 2 Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

1 Double Bed

45 sqft

Kitchen

Bathtub

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

x4

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Experience spacious and comfortable living in our stylish Two-Bedroom Apartment. This modern apartment offers a fully-equipped kitchen, a relaxing bathtub, and a cozy sitting area, perfect for families or groups of friends to unwind and make the most of their stay.

Double Room with View in Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

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Double Room, View

1 Double Bed

30 sqft

Landmark view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

More details

Enjoy a comfortable stay in our Double Room with View, featuring a cozy 32 sqft space, a double bed, and a private bathroom. Take in the breathtaking landmark view while indulging in modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and a tea/coffee maker.

Twin Room with View in Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

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Room - 2 Twin, View

2 Twin Beds

45 sqft

Landmark view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

More details

Experience breathtaking views of the city's landmarks from the comfort of our Twin Room. Unwind in this well-appointed, smoke-free room featuring twin beds, a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and a fridge, ensuring a memorable stay for two adults.

Double Room - Disability Access in Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

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Double Room, Accessible

1 Double Bed

30 sqft

Landmark view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

More details

Experience comfort and accessibility in our Double Room - Disability Access. Enjoy a spacious 32 sqft room with a double bed and a private bathroom. Take in the breathtaking landmark view and unwind with the flat-screen TV and complimentary tea/coffee maker.

Twin Room Annex in Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

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Annex, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

45 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Tea/Coffee maker

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Welcome to our Twin Room Annex, a cozy space perfect for two adults seeking a comfortable and modern experience. You'll enjoy amenities such as a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and the convenience of a tea/coffee maker. With hypoallergenic features and an array of other amenities, your stay with us is sure to be enjoyable and relaxing.

 Single Room Annex - single occupancy in Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

Annex, Single, Single Use

1 Twin Bed

30 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Tea/Coffee maker

More details

Welcome to our cozy Single Room Annex! Enjoy the privacy of your own bathroom and unwind in front of the flat-screen TV with streaming services. With a comfortable twin bed, a tea/coffee maker, and hypoallergenic amenities, this room is perfect for a solo traveler seeking a peaceful retreat.

Guest reviews

8.8

2,437 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Christopher

9.1

June 2023

The location of the hotel was perfect for sightseeing in Canterbury and the wider area. Not only is it exceptionally close to the UNESCO World Heritage site but it is also conveniently located for both of the city's train stations. The staff were friendly and helpful - they were only to happy to accommodate my request for an earlier breakfast.

The room that I stayed in overlooked a major thoroughfare within the city. Due to the heat (I went in June), I was unable to shut the windows and, therefore, it was rather noisy from quite early in the morning to late at night.

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Dg

8.2

June 2023

Location was excellent right in the City, food was excellent quality. The Cathedral its self was also very good even though parts are under repair. The guided tour was excellent.

The post code for the parking was not correct and brings you to a gate you cannot enter. You need to drive right round the outer Cathedral grounds to a road at the back which is not signposted and enter an alleyway by the side of a pub. It was a hot week and the room has no air con, I was uncomfortable with opening windows on a ground floor room. There was a small amount of black mould in the shower.

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Nera

8.2

June 2023

We really liked the central location of the rooms. The breakfast was also very tasty and heavy. There was a lot of choice for breakfast. Even though we did not like the fact that you have to choose a time when you will have breakfast in advance, the food was really good. The beds were comfy, the bathroom was nice. The wifi worked when we requested another network, because the first wifi did not work for us.

We had to decide in advance when to have breakfast. But the service made up for that. We were a little surprised by the fact that the lodge explicitly prohibited "visiting inappropriate websites", saying that the church is monitoring the connection.

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Toby

9.1

September 2023

The staff were exceptional. Really helpful, friendly, informed, organised. The room was ready when we arrived early - always a bonus. We weren't expecting it and it was a pleasant surprise. As was the willingness to supply a jug of milk rather than UHT milk cartons. The disabled car parking was close by and we were given a voucher to park there for the duration of our 2 night stay - this made a lot of things so much easier. Access to the centre of Canterbury was easy. Again, another a pleasant surprise. The building was bright, well furnished and freshly decorated. Our disabled room on the ground floor was a bit small for 2 (we knew it would be and so managed), and little too hot (no air con) but there was a fan available. It had easy access to the dining room and cathedral close, so not miles of walking, steps or need to use a lift. The lounge was a comfortable space to meet other members of the wedding party. Although the bar wasn't staffed all the time, it was opened and staffed whenever we asked - it never appeared to be a problem. The breakfasts were generous with an extensive choice, all well and freshly cooked. A very pleasant, accessible stay, with charming, friendly staff.

This depends if you like bells, not telling you the time, but calling you to prayers. It is important to remember it is a working cathedral not just a museum and there is no such thing as 30 o'clock!! :-)

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Ms

10

August 2023

This is the best accommodation in Canterbury. Your feel literally to be within the garden of the Cathedral. You wake up and see the monumental building. The lodge gave us free entry cards into the cathedral for the whole stay meaning that we could go in anytime. This was simply magnificent. We visited the cathedral for an evensong and listened to the Cathedral Choir and the organ, too. Hence there is not much else to see in Canterbury (than the cathedral), it is best to be close to the main attraction. The lodge itself is very safe and friendly. Our room on the first floor was well-equipped, with a safe too. There were hardly any noises, so we had a great sleep. Staff was helpful and they were always smiling :) Breakfast was also very tasty. They have a system that you need to reserve a time spot for the breakfast (the restaurant is not big enough for everyone at the same time), and it worked, really. We could not try the restaurant during our stay because there were other organised events there. We came by car and luckily could get a parking place within the gated area. However, do not count on it because there are limited number of parking places, and do not worry because you can park elsewhere, too. Overally, we had a great stay.

Nothing really.

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Marie

8.2

July 2023

It feels VERY special to be staying so close to the Cathedral, we could see it from our bedroom window. Going to Matinée prayers...a 5 mn walk between the lodge and the Chapel where it was happening. I was the only "outsider" - and that little chapel is closed to the public when the Cathedral is opened for visits.

A bit difficult to get there by car, but if you ask clear instructions then you are O.K. Unfortunately, we could hear people next door who woke up extremely early and turned on the T.V...

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Sue

8.2

July 2023

This is a lovely property, built around a courtyard overlooking the cathedral. It’s very quiet at night as you are away from the noise of the city centre. Room is well appointed, nicely furnished and breakfasts are good.

We have been coming here for a number of years and it’s a perfect place for staying in Canterbury, we like it a lot. However, it is starting to feel a little unloved from a maintenance perspective. Shower cubicle has a number of sign of mould and the corridor carpet is badly stained and marked in places. It’s almost as if ongoing maintenance is not happening or problems that need addressing aren’t being sorted out or flagged. These things don’t get better by themselves and it’s starting to detract from the stay. It’s fairly expensive to stay there and they should do better with this basic stuff.

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Serena

9.1

December 2022

Nice clean comfortable room and easily controlled heating. Loved the breakfast especially as it is served at your table and not from a self service buffet. The selection on offer was really good including fresh pastries and a good variety of options like Eggs Benedict. Very good powerful shower.

We probably should have spent a bit more for a room with a larger bed. We had a standard 4'6" double. The room although clean and comfortable was very small. The coffee at breakfast on the first day was good quality but cold. Even the replacement coffee was cold. The second day we ordered the same coffee (decaf flat white) and it was made from instant granules which was a bit of a disappointment.

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Anonymous

10

June 2023

The property was lovely. The design fit so perfectly with the cathedral grounds. The location on the cathedral grounds with access to the center of the city and transportation hubs was perfect. The rooms were absolutely lovely and comfortable. The staff was personable, very friendly and extremely helpful. The 2 reception desk women came to our rescue when our train back to London was canceled. They were more than accommodating, volunteering to hold our luggage until we made alternate transportation plans…and gave us wonderful advice in dealing with our situation. They were lifesavers. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay.

The front garden seemed to be unfinished, but you could see the potential of what it will be.

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Hazel

8.2

March 2023

The breakfast staff were wonderful on the first two days of our stay. Blackout curtains were hung at the window of our room which meant that some thought had been given to making our sleep comfortable. The cleanliness of the room and en-suite were very good.

Curtains which fitted the window better would be a huge bonus as the light from the side of the path shone directly into our room. The breakfast service on our last morning was very slow and one waitress was quite ‘surely’ there being no welcome smile and we felt quite uncomfortable. The soap holder in the shower was broken.

Points of Interest Around Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

Attractions

Canterbury Cathedral

0mi

Whitstable

5.9mi

Dover Castle

14.6mi

Port of Dover

15.4mi

Leeds Castle

19.7mi

Tenterden

22.5mi

Kent & East Sussex Railway

22.6mi

Sissinghurst Castle

24.5mi

Chatham Historic Dockyard

25.3mi

Rochester

26.3mi

Rye

27.3mi

Restaurants

Refectory Restaurant

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Modern

Amenities of Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

Restaurant

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

24-hour front desk

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Landmark view

Elevator

Picnic area

Garden

Bathtub

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Stay rules - Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

When are the check-in and check-out times for Canterbury Cathedral Lodge?

For those planning to reside at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge, the doors open for check-in at 03:00 PM and it's time to say goodbye by 11:00 AM.

How much does a stay at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge cost?

At Canterbury Cathedral Lodge, you can find rates starting from $92. It's important to consider that room type and booking dates can influence the final price. For clarity on rates, please input your dates.

What types of rooms does Canterbury Cathedral Lodge offer?

The hotel offers various room types including Twin Room with View, Double Room - Disability Access, Two-Bedroom Apartment, Single Room Annex, Double Room with View, and Twin Room Annex. All rooms are non-smoking and have different room sizes ranging from 32 sqft to 43 sqft. The rooms accommodate different numbers of adults, with options for single occupancy or double occupancy. The beds in the rooms vary, with options for twin beds and double beds.

What is there to do in Canterbury Cathedral Lodge?

Guests at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities during their stay. The hotel features an on-site restaurant called the Refectory Restaurant, which offers a modern and family-friendly ambiance. This is a great option for guests to dine without having to leave the hotel premises.

Additionally, the hotel's location near the historic Canterbury Cathedral provides guests with the opportunity to explore and admire the stunning architecture of this iconic landmark. They can also participate in religious services or visit the chapel/shrine present on the property.

Overall, guests have the option to spend their time at the hotel by enjoying delicious meals at the Refectory Restaurant and immersing themselves in the rich history and spiritual atmosphere of the Canterbury Cathedral Lodge.

Is there an in-house restaurant at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge?

Yes, the hotel has a restaurant on-site called Refectory Restaurant. The restaurant has a family-friendly and modern ambiance.

Which payment methods are supported by Canterbury Cathedral Lodge?

Canterbury Cathedral Lodge supports various payment methods including Visa, Switch, American Express, Mastercard, Maestro, and Solo. Cash is also accepted as a payment method.