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ABode Canterbury

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Canterbury Cathedral

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Exterior
Enviable Double Room
Reception
Fabulous Suite | Terrace/patio
Most Enviable Double Room

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June

Explore the area

Map
30-33 High St, Canterbury, England, CT1 2RX
  • Marlowe Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Canterbury Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • University of Kent
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • London (SEN-Southend)

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Desirable Twin Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Enviable Double Room

Enviable Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Comfortable Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Desirable Double Room

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Desirable Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Most Enviable Double Room

Most Enviable Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Fabulous Suite

Fabulous Suite

Highlights

Terrace
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Canterbury

ABode Canterbury puts you in the heart of Canterbury, within steps of Beaney House of Art & Knowledge and Royal Museum and Art Gallery. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The brasserie, Brasserie Abode, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Canterbury hotel, attractions include Canterbury Cathedral and Whitstable Beach.

What's nearby

  • Marlowe Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Westgate Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Kent - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Canterbury West Station - 9 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Old Weavers House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Cherry Tree - ‬1 min walk

About this property

ABode Canterbury

Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Canterbury Cathedral
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness centre, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly ABode Canterbury. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Canterbury hotel is smoke free.

  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1600
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
ABode Canterbury offers 72 accommodations with a safe and designer toiletries. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers. This Canterbury hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

Czech, English, French, Romanian, Slovak

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Secured, uncovered parking on site (GBP 25 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • AB Champagne Bar
  • Brasserie Abode

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

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)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1600
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 18 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 25.00 per night

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, 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 reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at ABode Canterbury?

ABode Canterbury offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at ABode Canterbury?

As of 15 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ABode Canterbury on 22 Jun 2025 start from NZ$170.69, 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.

Is parking available at ABode Canterbury?

Yep, ABode Canterbury has a secured uncovered self car park for GBP 25.00 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to ABode Canterbury?

The closest beach to ABode Canterbury is Whitstable Beach (9.6 km).

What makes ABode Canterbury a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at ABode Canterbury.

Does ABode Canterbury serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is available weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at ABode Canterbury?

No, ABode Canterbury does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at ABode Canterbury?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at ABode Canterbury?

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

Are pets allowed at ABode Canterbury?

No, only service animals are allowed.

ABode Canterbury Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 488 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice central hotel, mind room charges

Stayed for a couple of nights a few days before Christmas, so we could shop and experience the Christmas vibe of Canterbury. Hotel is in the heart of the town which is great.Staff were friendly and welcoming. My only disappointment was that they took a card on arrival, this was in case I charged anything to the room, £100 was taken, nothing was charged to the room. I called two weeks later to ask why this wasn’t returned, they said it could take up to a month. Exactly 1 month later the £100 was put back into my account! Mmmmmmm We will definitely stay again, will likely say that I don’t have a card.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Dan

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

Poor

Had to move rooms as the toilet didn't work, staff weren't overly fussed , moved to the second room to find black mould on the walls and around the window. Breakfast was overly expensive for poor quality and slow service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, beautiful rooms in a lovely location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicola

Business traveller
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel with an excellent position in the town. Good combination of new and traditional decor. Nice room but the bathroom was a little “cosy” but adequate. The breakfast was very tasty but as everything was table served it was a little slower than weer used too. Definitely use again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

gemma

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was good vaue for money, centrally placed and we had a quiet room at the back. Good that the window opened. Staff were helpful and mailed some property left in the room in error. A good experience and we would not hesitate to return and to recomment to others.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
The hotel and our stay were great. The staff were very friendly and polite. All excellent. A very enjoyable visit
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice stay

Nice stay, great location. Room was a bit tired, hence reason for lower review. Staff were all very friendly and breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

Abode

We had stayed at the abode hotel on the 21st and was amazed by the welcoming at the front desk to then opening the door to our bedroom and being amazed by the style of the room very comfy and well furnished
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Lovely location, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matloob

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. I stay there quite regularly during the university term. Staff are very friendly and the area is of course the nicest part of Canterbury. Highly recommend the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff this time round were not good especially the blond reception lady
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely staff, nice breakfast, very clean. Fire alarm went off at 9am. Bathroom shower water didnt come out well. Large mirror light switch incorrectly wired to picture frame light on other side of room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Very nice! Drinks a tad expensive! A bit cold in the room as heating not up to it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant hotel, rooms are pretty standard, nothing different from other hotels. It was clean and had a decent amount of space. The bar was nice and busy, but not too packed. It’s a great location, but I’d steer clear of driving here as the car park is tiny and was packed, so we had a lot of trouble trying to find somewhere that wasn’t an excessive price to park overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

mrs fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
We checked in and went straight to our room which was set up for one person ( one large and small towel) tea for one, one bag of biscuits ete). We are a party ot two. This was rectified whilst we were out. We came back later went to the bar, and was told no lager on draft as something wrong with system and would probably be like that all weekend. The next morning we went to breakfast, ordered tea and coffee, waited 15 minutes and chased it up to be told by the waiter that he had forgotten to put the order through on the system. We then ordered breakfast with the option of poached eggs. When this arrived with others orders that had ordered after use, the eggs resembled hard boiled, the yoke was nit runny or soft. My husband said his full English tasted and looked as though it had been heated up. We then went back to our room and could not get in as both keys did not work, so back downstairs to sort that. The following day, breakfast again. Tea and coffee again turned up after chasing it, but only after receiving our food first and asking where the drinks were. We received our food after 35 minutes wait. My husband was asked if he wanted sauces, he said yes, they never came. Eggs were better though. We the went back to the room to pack and leave for checking out at 11am. Again both keys were not working. I went to reception, gave my details and had to be booked back in as apparently I had already checked out. No apology, just sorted one of the keys. Could not wait to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025