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Ship & Trades

4.0 star property
Riverside inn with free breakfast and restaurant

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Front of property
Interior detail
Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed
Food and drink
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb

Explore the area

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Maritime Way, Chatham Maritime, Chatham, England, ME4 3ER
  • Place, Britannia Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Engineers Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Dockyard Chatham
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LCY-London City)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 111 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 111 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Chatham

At Ship & Trades you'll be 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Historic Dockyard Chatham and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Royal Engineers Museum. Highlights at this inn include a complimentary breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The inn's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Chatham inn include Bluewater Shopping Centre and Leeds Castle.
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What's nearby

  • Britannia Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Royal Engineers Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Medway Park Sports Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Historic Dockyard Chatham - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Strand Leisure Park - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Chatham Station - 5 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cannon - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Ship & Trades - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Mast & Rigging - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Ship & Trades

Riverside inn with free breakfast and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Ship & Trades also features a terrace, a garden, and an ATM. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Chatham inn is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ship & Trades offers 11 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Digital televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • 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
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per stay.

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per stay

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; cash is not accepted
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, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

Property Registration Number Yes

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

What is the cancellation policy at Ship & Trades?

Ship & Trades offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Ship & Trades?

As of 10 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ship & Trades on 13 Feb 2026 start from NZ$212.60, 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 Ship & Trades?

Yep, Ship & Trades has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Ship & Trades?

The closest beach to Ship & Trades is Chalkwell Beach (17.8 km).

Does Ship & Trades serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary full breakfast is on offer weekdays between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ship & Trades?

No, Ship & Trades does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ship & Trades?

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 Ship & Trades?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ship & Trades?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Ship & Trades Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 341 out of 669 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 669 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 669 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 669 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 669 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Catherine

Comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay, room was clean and comfortable. Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room clean and comfortable, staff very friendly, good choice of breakfast, bar well stocked and evening food good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nicketta

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was straightforward. Hotel and the restaurant are in good order. Staff are excellent and well trained. Rooms were clean and tidy. There was everything you could possibly need but the landing area could do with a paint - thats my only negative observation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob

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

Enjoyable stay

Great staff. Not 24 hour front desk so FYI. Restaurants near by.... In house pub. Comfortable clean bed and bathroom. Needs new carpet... But otherwise has everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good clean room, nice evening meal and pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel overlooking harbour. Friendly staff. Food very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

Lovely place to stay

Really love this place, the rooms are comfortable, staff super helpful and friendly. Lovely location, great food offering too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

Overnight stay

Second visit, great service, excellent food in the evening and choice of breakfast, had a room with a view this time, was more spacious and overlooked the marina, thanks for another great stay, lovely evening walks by the river or a nice pint outside. Handy for the Dockyard next day
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gillian

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

Good restaurant

Lovely hotel, good restaurant and great location for visiting the historical dock yard and call the midwife film location. The only bad thing was, i couldn't turn the tap off in the shower and there was a funny smell in the bathroom ( constantly) i would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good spot for an impromptu overnight trip.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really lovely and fab breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Terence

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul, GLOSSOP

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place and great location. A little tired in decor Staff very good and friendly Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ed

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, very helpful staff, great service, comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025