A great location within the city walls of one of Britain's most historic cities. (DB 09/08)
A traditional hotel which has been built around an attractive Georgian house.
The entrance is small and traditional.
This attractive hotel affords a charming location at the heart of Canterbury.The city's famous cathedral is situated in the immediate vicinity and a stop for the public transport stop is located directly in front of the hotel.
Renovated in 2000, this superbly located hotel comprises a total of 42 rooms spread over 2 floors. Guests are welcomed in the inviting lobby with a 24-hour reception desk and safes. Further facilities include a restaurant, bar/lounge area and two conference rooms.
Reception is open 24 hours.
Originally a private Georgian residence, this historic 3* Hotel stands opposite Canterbury's ancient city walls. The Hotel is within easy walking distance of the main City centre, the Historic Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustines Abbey. The Hotel was also home for a short time to Mary Tourtel the creator of Rupert the Bear and features prominently in the Rupert Bear Trail, an informative tour of the City which ends at the Hotel. All 42 bedrooms, including 1 four poster and three half tester's, have en-suite facilities and some are named after characters from the Author, Geoffrey Chaucer's, novel's. The Hotel has an excellent informal dining room, 63 Ivy Lane, which serves modern British cuisine with a French influence during the evening, whilst for Breakfast there is an excellent choice from the comprehensive menu and buffet table. The Pilgrim's Bar/Lounge is open daily from 10.00am and serves food from a Brasserie style menu which is popular with non-residents and residents alike. This light and airy room is fronted by a terrace, complete with tables, chairs and umbrella's, which makes for a relaxing area to unwind after an energetic day's shopping.
rooms with bath, radio, phone and tea/coffee maker. Conference room capacity: 100 persons. 24-hour room service.
Renovations in 1990/91.