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4- and 5-star hotels in Canterbury

Canterbury is a compact, walkable cathedral city, and its centre is easy to explore on foot, with the medieval streets, the cathedral precinct and the old city walls close together. These 4- and 5-star hotels suit visitors who want a comfortable base, whether for a short break, a longer sightseeing stay or a special occasion. The city is busiest in summer and around weekends, while spring and autumn are quieter and often more pleasant for wandering. Many of these properties sit in or near the centre, and some are country or village houses a short drive out.

15 hotels5 rated 4.5+8,112 guest reviews

The shortlist

Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.

  1. Magnolia House

    ★★★★★

    36 St Dunstan's Terrace Canterbury Ct2 8Ax Uk, Canterbury, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking

    Why stay hereMagnolia House is a 5-star property on St Dunstan's Terrace, and free car parking is a practical plus for guests arriving by car. Its location suits travellers who want an upmarket base in Canterbury with straightforward parking, whether for a short city break or a longer stay exploring the cathedral city and its surroundings.

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  2. Molland Manor House Bed & Breakfast

    ★★★★★

    Molland Lane Ash Sandwich Ct3 2Jb United Kingdom Canterbury, Canterbury, United Kingdom

    • Pool bar
    • Spa
    • Free car parking

    Why stay hereMolland Manor House Bed & Breakfast is a 5-star house in the Ash area near Sandwich, listed with breakfast and a bar, plus a beach nearby. It suits guests who prefer a country-house setting outside the city, with breakfast included and a relaxed base for exploring the wider Kent coast and countryside.

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  3. Becket Court University of Kent

    ★★★★★

    University Road University Of Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

    • Car parking
    • Breakfast
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Why stay hereBecket Court University of Kent is a 5-star option on the university campus, with free car parking, free Wifi and breakfast listed. It suits visitors attending events or courses at the university, as well as travellers who want simple, well-equipped campus accommodation with parking and easy access to Canterbury.

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  4. Yorke Lodge Bed & Breakfast

    ★★★★★

    50 London Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom

    Why stay hereYorke Lodge Bed & Breakfast is a 5-star guesthouse on London Road in Canterbury, with a garden, library and terrace among its facilities. It suits guests who like a quieter, more traditional bed and breakfast, with outdoor space for warmer days and indoor corners for reading and relaxing.

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  5. Frith Farm House Cottages

    ★★★★★

    Frith Farm House Otterden, Canterbury, United Kingdom

    • Indoor pool
    • Free car parking
    • Pets allowed

    Why stay hereFrith Farm House Cottages is a 5-star farm property at Otterden near Canterbury, with an indoor pool, free car parking and free Wifi. It suits families and longer-stay guests who want self-contained cottage comforts, on-site parking and the option of a swim without leaving the grounds.

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  6. The Dog at Wingham

    ★★★★4.6877 reviews

    Canterbury Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Pets allowed
    • Family rooms

    Why stay hereThe Dog at Wingham is a 4-star hotel with a guest rating of 4.6 from 877 reviews, and it lists bars, free Wifi and free car parking. It suits travellers who enjoy a village inn atmosphere outside the city, with a well-regarded reputation and easy parking for exploring the area by car.

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  7. The Duke William

    ★★★★4.6812 reviews

    Duke William The Street, Canterbury, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Pets allowed
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereThe Duke William is a 4-star property with a guest rating of 4.6 from 812 reviews, offering bars, free Wifi and free car parking. It suits guests who want a characterful pub-style stay, with garden space and parking, making it a good base for visitors touring Canterbury and the surrounding Kent villages.

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  8. The Millers Arms

    ★★★★4.5993 reviews

    2 Mill Lane, Canterbury, United Kingdom

    • Parking
    • Breakfast
    • Family rooms

    Why stay hereThe Millers Arms is a 4-star hotel with a guest rating of 4.5 from 993 reviews, and breakfast is listed along with bars and free Wifi. It suits city visitors who want a central, sociable base with breakfast included and family rooms available for those travelling with children.

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  9. The Evenhill

    ★★★★4.5709 reviews

    62 The Hill, Canterbury, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Pets allowed
    • Family rooms

    Why stay hereThe Evenhill is a 4-star hotel with a guest rating of 4.5 from 709 reviews, listing air conditioning, free Wifi, family rooms and bars. It suits guests who value comfort features such as air conditioning and family-friendly rooms, and who want a well-rated stopover on The Hill with easy access to the city.

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  10. The Woolpack Hotel

    ★★★★4.3614 reviews

    The Street, Canterbury, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Breakfast
    • Pets allowed

    Why stay hereThe Woolpack Hotel is a 4-star option with a guest rating of 4.3 from 614 reviews, listing breakfast, bars and family rooms. It suits travellers looking for a straightforward, well-established pub hotel, with breakfast available and room for families, as a practical base for exploring Canterbury and its surroundings.

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  11. Renville Oast

    ★★★★4.820 reviews

    Renville Farm Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom

    • Free car parking
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereRenville Oast is a 4-star property with the highest guest rating in this list, 4.8 from 20 reviews, and it offers free Wifi, free car parking and luggage storage. It suits guests who prioritise excellent feedback and parking, and who are happy with a smaller, quieter property on Renville Farm Road.

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  12. ABode Canterbury

    ★★★★4.21,315 reviews

    30 33 High St, Canterbury, United Kingdom

    • Parking
    • Breakfast in room
    • Fitness Center

    Why stay hereABode Canterbury is a 4-star hotel on High St, with a guest rating of 4.2 from 1315 reviews. It lists air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk and breakfast in room. It suits visitors who want a central city base with round-the-clock service and the convenience of breakfast served in their room.

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  13. The Falstaff Hotel

    ★★★★4.21,019 reviews

    8 10 St Dunstan Street Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom

    • Parking
    • Breakfast
    • Family rooms

    Why stay hereThe Falstaff Hotel is a 4-star hotel on St Dunstan Street with a guest rating of 4.2 from 1019 reviews, listing breakfast, bars and a 24-hour front desk. It suits city visitors who want a well-established hotel with breakfast and family rooms, close to the centre for sightseeing.

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  14. Broome Park Hotel

    ★★★★4.2981 reviews

    Canterbury Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom

    • Pool bar
    • Spa
    • Free car parking

    Why stay hereBroome Park Hotel is a 4-star property on Canterbury Road with a guest rating of 4.2 from 981 reviews, offering breakfast in room, bars and a restaurant among its facilities. It suits guests who prefer a larger country-house-style setting with dining on site and a 24-hour front desk.

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  15. The Duke of Cumberland

    ★★★★4.2772 reviews

    The Street Barham, Canterbury, United Kingdom

    Why stay hereThe Duke of Cumberland is a 4-star village property at Barham with a guest rating of 4.2 from 772 reviews, listing a restaurant and TV. It suits travellers who want a simple, well-rated pub stay outside the city, with dining on site and a quiet base for exploring the area by car.

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Questions, answered

Which hotels in Canterbury have free car parking?

Free car parking is listed at Magnolia House, Becket Court University of Kent, Frith Farm House Cottages, The Dog at Wingham, The Duke William and Renville Oast.

Which Canterbury hotels have a pool?

Frith Farm House Cottages is the property in this list that lists an indoor pool. Check directly with other hotels if a pool matters to you.

Which hotels serve breakfast?

Breakfast is listed at Molland Manor House Bed & Breakfast, Becket Court University of Kent, The Millers Arms, The Woolpack Hotel and The Falstaff Hotel. ABode Canterbury and Broome Park Hotel offer breakfast in room.

Which hotels in Canterbury have the best guest ratings?

Renville Oast has a guest rating of 4.8 from 20 reviews. The Dog at Wingham and The Duke William each have 4.6, while The Millers Arms and The Evenhill each have 4.5.

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