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Grove Ferry Inn

Property class: 3

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A bedroom with a bed, curtains, and a brick wall.
A wooden table with a vase of yellow flowers, a candle holder, and a green placemat in a room with large windows and a view of a building with a chimney.
A docked boat with a canopy and ropes tied to a tree, surrounded by calm water and other boats.
A decorative archway with a neon sign that reads "It was always you" surrounded by lush greenery and flowers.
A cozy dining area with a fireplace, wooden flooring, and a mix of seating options including tables and a sofa.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Grove Ferry Rd, Canterbury, England, CT3 4BP
  • Place, Grove Ferry Picnic Site
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Canterbury Cathedral
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Kent
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Double Room, Balcony, River View

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors.

Luxury Double Room, Balcony, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Royal Double Room, Balcony, River View

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a chandelier.

Royal Double Room, Balcony, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Triple Room, River View

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with a view of greenery.

Family Triple Room, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Garden View

A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, a lamp, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted shelf.

Comfort Double Room, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Garden View

A bedroom with a large bed, two chairs, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Family Quadruple Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Valley View

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Valley View

  • Valley view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Grove Ferry Inn

This hotel features a restaurant, 3 bars/lounges, and a conference center. Free English breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, massage/treatment rooms, a business center, and conference space are onsite.
Grove Ferry Inn offers 6 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. This Canterbury hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include massages.
During your stay at Grove Ferry Inn, you're just a quick walk from Grove Ferry Picnic Site. You'll find features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking. Some of the pet-friendly amenities this property offers include food and water bowls and pet-sitting services.
  • Free English breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the restaurant
  • Services include a concierge, luggage storage, and wedding services
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Steps from Grove Ferry Picnic Site and a 4-minute drive from Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls and pet-sitting services
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center, meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available. Event space at this hotel measures 0 square feet (0 square meters) and includes a conference center. The business-friendly Grove Ferry Inn also features spa services, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Canterbury hotel.

Guests are served free English breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Grove Ferry Inn has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Changing table
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a regional park

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:30 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:30 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 10:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
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

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Grove Ferry Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant place to stay with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we stepped into the hotel we felt a very warm welcome from the staff who were really helpful and friendly. Special thankyou to Sam who checked us in and served our breafast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation was lovely and even accommodated for our family of 5 and situated in a great location for walking or water fun on the river as well as being not to far from the coast. the people that run this property was lovely friendly and very helpful. We stayed on a Tuesday when the pub and restaurant was closed so can't comment on the evening meals but the breakfast was lovely and plenty of choices would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were helpful, quite at night. It's right on the riverside, lots of walks on the door step. Room was nice, shower in our room needed updating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Okan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is definitely a hotel where you will find peace and tranquility. The balcony experience was amazing. The location is excellent, in a very quiet area. Perhaps the only drawback is the lack of a refrigerator in the room, but the fact that it's a pub could be a reasonable justification.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in Willow, the staff were so lovely and attentive! They work so hard to make everything nice for you . The balcony was lovely this morning. We did the walk around the nature reserve and boat trip was great! Pete the captain was so nice and very knowledgable. We had the best time and Will definitely come back soon . Thanks to all the staff x
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Amazing looking building beautiful bedroom with balcony Shane we were not informed about a 21 party being held as it was very loud until gone 1in the morning Breakfast was ok but nothing outstanding Staff were great but ran of there feet Very crowded in the bar either no seats available and it was to noisy to sit out on our balcony wanted a relaxing night away in the country felt like I was at loud club night
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel itself was nice, but the experience was terrible. The room was not ready at check in time and we couldn’t find parking. We had to ask for drinks while we waited, was amazed they didn’t think to do this to compensate for the inconvenience. The worst part was the fact that there was a function until 1am and continuing noise afterwards from rowdy guests. Our room was right above this. The most disappointing part was the reaction of the manageress when we raised it along with two other guests the next morning. No apology, just ‘well it was a function’ We would expect some warning in advance so we could make an informed choice as to whether we wish to stay,
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice friendly staff. In a nice spot
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026