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The Inn on the Lake Hotel

Property class: 3

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Outdoor dining
Breakfast area
A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves of various bottles, and a chalkboard menu.
A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, and a view of a tree outside.
A gazebo with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and white flowers.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept

Explore the area

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A2 Shorne, Gravesend, England, DA12 3HB
  • Place, Shorne Woods Country Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Jeskyns Community Woodland
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kent Cyclopark
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with a dark headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small wooden nightstand.

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted lamp, and a telephone on the nightstand.

Standard Twin Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Lakeside

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a view of the outside patio with chairs and a table.

Double Room, Lakeside

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Lake View (A)

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden nightstand, a small wooden side table, and a mirror.

Family Room, Lake View (A)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Lake View (B)

A hotel room with a single bed, a wooden nightstand, a bedside table, a lamp, and a bunk bed.

Family Room, Lake View (B)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Family Room (B)

A hotel room with a wooden headboard bed, a lower bunk bed, and a bedside table with a lamp and phone.

Family Room (B)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, each with a checkered bedspread and white linens. There are wall-mounted lamps and framed artwork on the wall.

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Bridal Lake View

A four-poster bed with white bedding and a red and brown checkered throw. There is a nightstand with a lamp and a small table beside the bed. The room has floral wallpaper and a window with curtains.

Bridal Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden table, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room (D)

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside table, and a wooden nightstand. There is a chair and a small table with a vase of dried flowers.

Family Room (D)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Lake View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a phone, a chair, and a view of a body of water through the window.

Double Room, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Spa Bridal Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a bottle and glasses, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Spa Bridal Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Triple Room

A hotel room with two single beds, a large bed with a checkered blanket, a wooden nightstand, and a mirror.

Family Triple Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Gravesend

At The Inn on the Lake Hotel, you'll be 8 km (5 mi) from Rochester Cathedral and 8.2 km (5.1 mi) from Rochester Castle. Highlights at this hotel include free weekday breakfast, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. Willow Tree serves British cuisine. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. On weekday mornings free continental breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Gravesend hotel include Bluewater Shopping Centre and Historic Dockyard Chatham.

What's nearby

  • Shorne Woods Country Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Jeskyns Community Woodland - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kent Cyclopark - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • National Trust - Owletts - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Bluewater Shopping Centre - 11 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Sole Street Station - 7 min drive
  • London (LCY-London City) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Echo's Traditional Fish & Chips - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Three Crutches - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nell's Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Toby Carvery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart (Harvester) - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Inn on the Lake Hotel

There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served on weekdays. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Inn on the Lake Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Gravesend hotel is smoke free.

  • 76 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Inn on the Lake Hotel offers 76 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages.

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available on weekdays 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Willow Tree

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (114 centimetre high)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 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, 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Inn Lake Shorne

Lake Shorne

Inn Lake Hotel Gravesend

Lake Gravesend

The On The Hotel Gravesend

The Inn on the Lake Hotel Hotel

The Inn on the Lake Hotel Gravesend

The Inn on the Lake Hotel Hotel Gravesend

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

The Inn on the Lake Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

As of 11 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn on the Lake Hotel on 13 Sept 2026 start from NZ$121, 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 Inn on the Lake Hotel?

Yep, The Inn on the Lake Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

The closest beach to The Inn on the Lake Hotel is Thorney Bay Beach (17.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like hot stone massages.

Does The Inn on the Lake Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, our travelers love the free continental brekkie here! Served on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

No, The Inn on the Lake Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

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

The Inn on the Lake Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 380 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 349 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1001 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, lovely area and lake
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second stay ,good breakfast, nice staff.lovely setting by the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

ANDY

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good breakfast. Good value..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mifftahul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
perfect place for us to stay whilst working locally, great breakfast and accommodating when we had to leave early with rolls made instead
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just stayed overnight, but was ideal for what we wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really like this hotel although it could do with a major refurb. The main thing I wish they would sort out is the stamp size tv’s. Love how dog friendly it is
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here before, we enjoyed the breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay, friendly staff, comfy beds!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gerry

Liked: Staff & service
Decent hotel but very dated, needs a refurb.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is very clean and the staff polite and helpful. Generously sized rooms with good sized bathrooms. Depending on your way of looking at the hotel it is either outdated ot retro. Breakfast and the food from the restaurant was good quality.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was the perfect location for m weekend visit with family, and the view of the lake from my room was really charming. The staff were incredible friendly. Thank you for making my staff stress free.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

ANDY

Liked: Staff & service
Breakfast in the price!! Starts the day off well. New furniture in the dinjng area too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room nice overlooking the lake area………..hotel now looking a bit old and tired……nice to sit outside around the decking overlooking the lake with a nice meal…….the problem with that was two local rats looking for scraps…..but what can you do it’s a countryside hotel ……still a nice place to stay and only 20 mins from brands hatch
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful, rooms nice and clean ,
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Staff & service
The room was fairly clean, nothing special and dated,the carpet could do with a shampoo, bathroom old and tiered. The staff were friendly, the breakfast was very good and value for money, lots of dogs as dog friendly. Outside back garden was nice with the lovely lake ,plenty of outside seating.the A2 is right beside the hotel, noisy, but the double glazing is good and couldn't hear it when the window was closed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Relaxed clean hotel nice breakfadt
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes quite good and refreshing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff. Hotel is a bit tired but the room was fine and the restaurant had a great selection of vegan choices. Staff couldn't have been more helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, staff was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness
Didn’t get to have breakfast as were away before service commenced and nothing was offered on early request. Staff were friendly enough but with a jobs a job attitude. If you can remember Crossroads then give it a go
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here many times. Love the hotel staff are so friendly. Our room is always clean and comfortable. Love the choice of a breakfast or a packed lunch brilliant fit when we are going out for the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is conveniently located right by the A2, there’s plenty of parking, quick and seamless check-in and great lake views. The staff is friendly, helpful and facilitated a complimentary late checkout. The room itself is a bit dated but clean and soundproof. Decent stay overall!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026