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Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel

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Front of property
Property grounds
Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking
Reception

Overview of Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel

Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

Explore the area

Map
36 New Dover Road, Canterbury, England, CT1 3DU
  • Popular LocationCanterbury Cathedral13 min walk
  • Popular LocationMarlowe Theatre15 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Kent5 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LGW-Gatwick)67 min drive

Room options

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

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 (4 Single Beds)

Family Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking (4 Single Beds)

Family Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking (4 Single Beds)

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)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

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

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

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 and laundry facilities. 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. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Canterbury hotel, attractions include Canterbury Cathedral and Whitstable Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 10 min walk
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 13 min walk
  • Marlowe Theatre - 15 min walk
  • Westgate Gardens and Towers - 17 min walk
  • University of Kent - 5 min drive

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
  • Azouma - 10 min walk

About this property

Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel

Comfortable hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
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 library, a terrace, and multilingual staff 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
  • 53 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
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • 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
  • Library
  • 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 53 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 14.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Building
  • Built in 1830
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 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
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from April 4 2024 to December 31 2024 (dates subject to change):
  • Dining venue(s)

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 14.95 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. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. 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 3 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel on 16 May 2024 start from NZ$161.71, 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. The dining venue will be unavailable from April 4 2024 to December 31 2024 (dates subject to change).

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. 239 out of 654 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 654 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 654 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 654 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 654 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nikolay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly staff, decent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly refurbished room, friendly staff., great for visiting Canterbury on foot.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderful, really polite and helpful even offering to help get bags up. There was renovations going on so the dining options were limited but the pizzas they were making were lovely. Convenient for getting into town and the rooms were comfortable and cosy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the hotel. The staff were helpful and catered to our needs. This is our second stay at the hotel and the improvements look good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Carl

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The refurbished parts ofvthe hotel are very high standard the rest should be finished early next year. Breakfast was lovely, cooked to order.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Really enjoyed our stay here. Bedroom was clean and comfortable and we slept really well. 20 mins walk to the city so good location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The refurbed rooms have been very well done and are comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023