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Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Canterbury Cathedral

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Front of property
Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Explore the area

Map
36 New Dover Road, Canterbury, England, CT1 3DU
  • St. Augustine's Abbey
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • St. Lawrence Ground
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • St. Martin's Church
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • London (SEN-Southend)
    ‪76 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 3 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, 3 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, 3 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room;Small Room)

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

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Classic Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Classic Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Canterbury

Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel puts you in the heart of Canterbury, within just a 10-minute stroll of St. Augustine's Abbey and St. Lawrence Ground. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a terrace and a garden. On weekday mornings full breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Near this 3-property class Canterbury hotel, you'll find Canterbury Cathedral.

What's nearby

  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Marlowe Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Westgate Gardens - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of Kent - 5 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Canterbury East Station - 14 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Thomas Ingoldsby - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Old City Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chom Chom - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Canterbury Cathedral
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 metres) 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.

  • 1 building
  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 495 sq ft of conference space
  • 46 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1830
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel offers 37 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Romanian, Spanish

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

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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)

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • 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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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: from 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

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel?

Yep, Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel?

As of 5 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel on 9 Mar 2025 start from AU$139.62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel?

The closest beach to Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel is Tankerton Beach (10.6 km).

Does Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel?

No, Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 768 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 342 out of 768 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 768 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 768 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 768 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely few days away
A lovely hotel, room was fantastic, everything we needed, very clean, very spacious, we could of had our room made up every day but opted out, food was excellent, the only comment I'd give was that they need more staff at breakfast time, they were lovely, very helpful & friendly but seemed to be very stretched. Apart from that no complaints whatsoever. If we're ever that way again, will definitely stay there & also reccomend to our friends & family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great welcome and a lovely stay, helpful staff, very nice room and the breakfast was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was for our wedding anniversary, love Canterbury and was our first visit to the hotel. Beautiful place, shame we had scaffolding at the back of us, which we looked on to, really rattled and the plastic was flying around due to the high winds.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, basic room
Staff were nice, hotel communal areas were nice. Room was nice but bed was uncomfortable and shower was well used.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed here for one night before visiting Kent University. Close to town, a 15 min walk into the centre. We had a family room with one double bed and two single beds, the size of the room was excellent and probably one of the best sized family rooms we’ve stayed in. The front desk check-in staff were very friendly and helpful and were able to answer all of our questions. Whilst the room was clean, it was very tired and run down, the bedsheets had some stain marks on them, and the carpets have definitely seen better days. Being an old building there was no sound insulation every time someone in adjoining room or below us flushed the toilet or close the door we could hear it, especially in the middle of the night when people are getting up to use the toilets. The downstairs area by the lift had a very musty and old building smell about it. Whilst it had Carpark on site, the spaces are very small and I suspect they’re probably aren’t enough spaces for everybody who stays at the hotel. We arrived at about 7 pm and had one of the last spaces, which is rather tricky to get into and out of. Would I stay here again? Probably not in its current state, as there are plenty of other hotels in Canterbury, I would probably try one of those first. Having said that if it was to be refurbished, possibly as the room size was good for a family.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Hotel
Very good hotel, staff are friendly. 10 min walk to the city centre shops, free parking , rooms are clean. Breakfasts were very nice Only down side, WiFi not the best and bar is a bit pricey
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here last month andbhad a pleasant time. The room was tidy & comfortable, and their morning breakfast was delocious and vast in variety
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Tom

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good for the Price
Decent hotel for the price, Wi-Fi was shocking and requires upgrading.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and facilities were very good, and the staff were excellent. The proximity to the city centre was good. We particularly liked the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Hongxia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
the staff make the most of our trip. Friendly, helpful, always welcoming and looking happy. Stay here if you are driving to Canterbury since this hotel offers free parking and it is not far to the cathedral by walking. Happy stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is undergoing refurbishment at the moment but was still very comfortable had a meal not a great choice but that maybe because of the changes to the hotel, breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bed was too firm and the room was cold.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

terry

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed in the King room with the wife for a weekend. The staff were amazing, they informed us that work is being done ahead of our arrival which was nice as I have stayed in places that havent notified me. The work didnt affect our stay except for breakfast but overall it was a great stay. The half of the hotel they have done up looks great and once finished its going to look amazing. Wifi is very poor though at times and phone signal is bad but for us it didnt affect our stay as we were aout most of the time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoraya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, spacious room and easy parking. Very walkable to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Business traveller
10 out of 10
Lovely staff very friendly, nothing too much , We had one of the newly refurbished rooms , which was very tastefully well done
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Rene

Nice location, lovely staff. Property is in renovation, we stayed in the old section. Very Noisy from people just walking in the room above and the wifi connection was horrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Reasonable, convenient
Mostly a good stay. Lots of parking. The walk to the cathedral is about a mile. The room was clean and comfortably, but no fridge. The bar was deficient in its offerings: not a single English ale, no pale ale, no IPA. The worse event was that there was a false fire alarm at 10:30 pm, forcing all the guests to evacuate. Another guest made a statement I overheard that suggested the same thing had happened that morning. I cannot independently confirm this, but if was true, the hotel needs to address this issue.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024