Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel

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July 2025

August 2025

Stands majestically amidst lush green lawns and mature trees, this historic building boasts a traditional architectural style with multiple chimneys and a prominent tower.

Traditional brick building with a prominent tower and annex, set amidst a serene lawn and mature trees.

Relax in a classic room with a four-poster bed, round table, and elegant seating area.

Relax in a stylish lounge area with comfortable seating and large windows.

Enjoy the inviting atmosphere in this room, featuring a cozy seating area with a round table and chairs, vaulted ceiling, and decorative wall panels.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Bar
Room service
24/7 front desk
Pet-friendly

Explore the area

36 New Dover Road, Canterbury, England, CT1 3DU

Canterbury Cathedral
‪12 min walk‬
Marlowe Theatre
‪15 min walk‬
University of Kent
‪4 min drive‬
London (SEN-Southend)

Room options

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Exceptional

14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Very good

19 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Exceptional

14 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Exceptional

19 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Family Room, 3 Single Beds, Non Smoking

28 sq m
Sleeps 3
3 Twin Beds

Family Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

28 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room;Small Room)

Wonderful

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Classic Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

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Relax in style with a comfortable seating area, large TV, and city views.

Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

7 Aug - 8 Aug

About this property

Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel

Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Canterbury Christ Church University

A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and coffee/tea in a common area are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, 24-hour room service, conference space, and concierge services are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.

Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel offers 43 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from St. Augustine's Abbey. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.

Free WiFi
Free self parking
Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
Full breakfast served weekdays for a fee
Services include a concierge, a porter, and luggage storage
Within a 15-minute walk of Canterbury Christ Church University and Canterbury Cathedral
Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 495 square feet (46 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Canterbury hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel has a restaurant on site.

24-hour room service is available.

Languages

English, French, Polish, Romanian, Ukrainian

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Free offsite parking
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

Weekday full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16.95 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

TV in common areas

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Wedding services

Business services

495 square feet of conference space
Computer station
Meeting room

Outdoors

Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

1 building
3 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1830
Fireplace in lobby
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle

Desk
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Food and water bowls are available
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

This property's listed general deposit is refundable via credit card within 14 days after check-out, pending room inspection.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 16.95 per person
Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted

Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

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Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Dan

15 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Amazing place and service from the staff, we'll be back soon.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

15 Apr 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

13 Apr 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lester

Business traveller

9 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A few problems but they were sorted quickly

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

7 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Claire

5 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great service, bed uncomfortable

The position is great and the decoration good. The reception staff were always helpful. However, the bed was a small double and very hard and uncomfortable. Also, there was a noisy fan sound from somewhere that woke me up. I realise that beds are very subjective and the noise may only be localised but it affected me. This does not take away from the location or service. Also, the rooms were very well finished and the styling thought about.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with partner

3 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location, clean quiet property. Wonderful breakfast and a top notch staff.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

2 Apr 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

2 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lovely stay the staff were great we would stay again, unfortunately the walls a little thin and a loud sleeper next door 😴

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

1 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

31 Mar 2025

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

FRANK

30 Mar 2025

The Wi-Fi was not adequate, always being disconnected

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

27 Mar 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

23 Mar 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Akira

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children

15 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

The staffs were very nice and accomodating. Breakfast was surprisingly good with many menus to choose from (buffet style). The property is outdated (the smell reminded me of my grandma's house- definitely not a bad smell, but an "old" smell) except for the ground floor which seems to have been recently renovated. Walkable distance to the city center, though some may say it's slightly far away (10 minutes). For the price I paid, it was good value.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Isabella

13 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Still under construction and felt a bit neglected. Breakfast was understaffed and in a dark room without windows. But the room itself was clean and comfortable and parking was helpful

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Business traveller

12 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with family

9 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Abbots Barton Hotel = perfection! From check-in to check-out, everything was flawless. The staff? *Chefs kiss*—so attentive and genuinely lovely. Pro tip: Order the room service pizza at 3AM (trust me, it’s a crispy, cheesy lifeline 🍕✨). Location-wise, it’s a dream—just a short stroll to Canterbury’s heart, but blissfully quiet. Comfy rooms, zero complaints. 10/10 would recommend to anyone visiting!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thibaut, London

7 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room was clean, lovely, and quiet. The bed was super comfortable and TV was great. The bathroom was modern and clean. Staff were super lovely. No issues for us. Didn't use bar or restaurant so nothing to say for that, but we were able walk into central Cantebury in 7-8 mins and we would have dinner there. So all in all, would absolutely recommend for an easy and enjoyable weekend!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

4 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with family

26 Feb 2025

Liked: Room comfort

The staff were great, but the hotel looks a little tired.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keeley

Travelled with family

18 Feb 2025

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

13 Feb 2025

An OK stay

Conveniently located, very close to the city centre. The hotel offers ample parking spaces. Check-in was easy and quick. But, the hotel needs upgrading, the carpets are dated and so are the furniture. The lift didn't work during our entire stay, which was really inconvenient!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

D

13 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect weekend break

Very comfortable hotel, room was clean and warm , bar area was inviting and reception staff welcoming

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

11 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wedding Anniversary break

Lovely hotel close to everything from shopping, dinning and sightseeing. Would definitely stay again but once the lift is working, as we where on the 4th floor, but room was beautifully renovated.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025