The Lydden Bell

2.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Dover with free breakfast and restaurant

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1 bedroom
Premium Twin Room, Ensuite | Exterior
Premium Twin Room, Ensuite | Restaurant
Premium Double Room, Ensuite | Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct

Explore the area

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81 Canterbury Road, Lydden, Dover, ENG, CT15 7EX
  • Place, Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Dover Castle
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premium Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premium Suite, Ensuite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Heating
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Dover

At The Lydden Bell you'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Kent Downs and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Lydden Hill Race Circuit. Highlights at this B&B include free breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the bed & breakfast's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Dover B&B include Dover Castle and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Dover Castle - 10 min drive - 12.8 km
  • White Cliffs of Dover - 10 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Dover Harbour - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal - 11 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Dover Shepperdswell Station - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boost Food Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Breakwater Brewery and Taproom - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nightingale Dairy - Mobile Milk Vending Machine - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Three Cups - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Lydden Bell

Bed & breakfast in Dover with free breakfast and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

The Lydden Bell also features a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Dover bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Self-service laundry
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lydden Bell offers 5 accommodations. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

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.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

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 and cash
This property is professionally cleaned
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 and cash. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

The Lydden Bell Dover
The Lydden Bell Bed & breakfast
The Lydden Bell Bed & breakfast Dover

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Lydden Bell?

The Lydden Bell offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lydden Bell?

As of 1 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lydden Bell on 30 Oct 2025 start from NZ$185.57, 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 The Lydden Bell?

Yep, The Lydden Bell has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to The Lydden Bell?

The closest beach to The Lydden Bell is Dover Beach (7.4 km).

Is The Lydden Bell family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, a playground and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that The Lydden Bell is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Lydden Bell?

No, The Lydden Bell does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Lydden Bell?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Lydden Bell?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Lydden Bell?

No, pets are not allowed.