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Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Canterbury Christ Church University

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

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Explore the area

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36 New Dover Road, Canterbury, England, CT1 3DU
  • Canterbury Cathedral
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Marlowe Theatre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • University of Kent
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • London (SEN-Southend)

Room options

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

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
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

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
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

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
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

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

Family Room, 3 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
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
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

Standard Room With 1 Double Bed, High Speed Internet Access-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

1 Double Bed, Non-Smoking, Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Spa

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

Executive King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior King Room

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Twin Room

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Cozy Double Room

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Cozy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for 2 Single Beds, 3rd and 4th Beds Single, Family Room, Non-Smoking

Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

2 Single Beds, 3rd and 4th Beds Single, Family Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe King Suite-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

2 Single Beds, Non-Smoking, Standard Room, High Speed Internet Access

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Canterbury

Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel places you in the centre of Canterbury, within just a 15-minute stroll of Canterbury Christ Church University and Canterbury Cathedral. 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. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Canterbury hotel include Marlowe Theatre and Westgate Gardens.

What's nearby

  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Marlowe Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Westgate Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of Kent - 4 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, a quick walk to Canterbury Christ Church University
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
  • 43 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 43 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. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, French, Polish, Romanian, Ukranian

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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

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 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

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1830
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

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
  • 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

Fees

This property's listed general deposit is refundable via credit card within 14 days after check-out, pending room inspection.

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, debit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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, Barclaycard, debit cards, mobile payments, Google Pay and Apple Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. 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 1 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel on 31 Aug 2025 start from NZ$220.01, 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. 324 out of 844 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 367 out of 844 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 844 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 844 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 844 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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Terence

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While a super place to stay - disappointed with our dinner experience in the bar! Clearly short on staff or similar as meal took 90 minutes to arrive. The meals themselves did not represent value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

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

Amazing

Amazing place and service from the staff, we'll be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lester

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

A few problems but they were sorted quickly

A few problems but they were sorted quickly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Claire

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

Great service, bed uncomfortable

The position is great and the decoration good. The reception staff were always helpful. However, the bed was a small double and very hard and uncomfortable. Also, there was a noisy fan sound from somewhere that woke me up. I realise that beds are very subjective and the noise may only be localised but it affected me. This does not take away from the location or service. Also, the rooms were very well finished and the styling thought about.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean quiet property. Wonderful breakfast and a top notch staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay the staff were great we would stay again, unfortunately the walls a little thin and a loud sleeper next door 😴
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

FRANK

The Wi-Fi was not adequate, always being disconnected
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Akira

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staffs were very nice and accomodating. Breakfast was surprisingly good with many menus to choose from (buffet style). The property is outdated (the smell reminded me of my grandma's house- definitely not a bad smell, but an "old" smell) except for the ground floor which seems to have been recently renovated. Walkable distance to the city center, though some may say it's slightly far away (10 minutes). For the price I paid, it was good value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness
Still under construction and felt a bit neglected. Breakfast was understaffed and in a dark room without windows. But the room itself was clean and comfortable and parking was helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

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

Enjoyable stay

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Abbots Barton Hotel = perfection! From check-in to check-out, everything was flawless. The staff? *Chefs kiss*—so attentive and genuinely lovely. Pro tip: Order the room service pizza at 3AM (trust me, it’s a crispy, cheesy lifeline 🍕✨). Location-wise, it’s a dream—just a short stroll to Canterbury’s heart, but blissfully quiet. Comfy rooms, zero complaints. 10/10 would recommend to anyone visiting!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thibaut, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, lovely, and quiet. The bed was super comfortable and TV was great. The bathroom was modern and clean. Staff were super lovely. No issues for us. Didn't use bar or restaurant so nothing to say for that, but we were able walk into central Cantebury in 7-8 mins and we would have dinner there. So all in all, would absolutely recommend for an easy and enjoyable weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

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

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
The staff were great, but the hotel looks a little tired.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keeley

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

An OK stay

Conveniently located, very close to the city centre. The hotel offers ample parking spaces. Check-in was easy and quick. But, the hotel needs upgrading, the carpets are dated and so are the furniture. The lift didn't work during our entire stay, which was really inconvenient!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025