Lenny Finch
Superb9.0
October 2026
“Lovely staff and great feel to building”
“Lovely staff and great feel to building”
Warm feel
−Nothing to say
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Thanington Hotel
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About Thanington Hotel
A Georgian house on Wincheap with an indoor pool and a walled garden, ten minutes from Canterbury Cathedral.
Thanington Hotel began as a Georgian farmhouse and has been taking in travellers for longer than almost anywhere else in Canterbury. The proportions of that original house are still here — high ceilings, deep sash windows, the kind of staircase people stop to photograph — and behind it sits something no other hotel in the city can offer: an indoor heated swimming pool, opening onto a walled garden. Fifteen en-suite bedrooms are split between the Georgian front of the house and a quieter wing behind it. Some have four-poster beds, some have Victorian bedsteads, and all of them have been brough…
What our guests say
Jafet san martin llanos
Superb10.0
October 2026
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Era espacioso, tenía piscina y desayuno incluido.
−La bañera de hidromasaje no funcionaba.
Cathryn Heywood
Superb9.0
September 2026
“Perfect for a night away”
“Perfect for a night away”
Parking was great . Only 5 mins from city centre . Room comfortable and clean Breakfast was included in our booking and that was amazing . Freshly cooked , and lovely homemade pastries.
Julie Ann Benoit
Superb10.0
September 2026
“Super ratio qualité prix pour Canterbury”
“Super ratio qualité prix pour Canterbury”
L’accueil, 15’ à pied du centre ville, chambre tout confort, joli jardin avec transats et la piscine chauffée, le parking On y séjourne chaque fois qu’on vient à Canterbury
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Location & surroundings
The hotel sits on Wincheap, the old road into Canterbury from the south-west, just outside the line of the medieval walls. It is a ten-minute walk along the pavement to Dane John Gardens, and from the far side of the gardens the Cathedral and the high street are only a few minutes further. Canterbury East is the closer of the two stations and the one to aim for from London Victoria — a short, flat walk away. Drivers have the advantage here: secure private parking on site, with the A2 and the M2 a few minutes out, the Channel Tunnel around half an hour, and Whitstable and the north Kent coast about twenty minutes north.
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Top attractions
- Dane John Gardens10 min walk
- Canterbury Cathedral15 min walk
- High Street & the Old Weavers14 min walk
- Canterbury Roman Museum14 min walk
- Westgate Towers & Gardens18 min walk
- The Marlowe Theatre16 min walk
Restaurants & cafes
- Wincheap pubs & restaurants3 min walk
Public transit
- Canterbury East station8 min walk
- Canterbury West station22 min walk
Closest airports
- Channel Tunnel, Folkestone30 min drive
- Gatwick Airport75 min drive
Natural beauty
- Whitstable & the Kent coast20 min drive
House rules
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation / prepayment
Until 7 days before check-in, cancellation is free. From then until check-in, cancelling costs 100% of the booking total. After that, cancelling costs 100% of the booking total.
Children & beds
Children of all ages are welcome.
Age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed indoors.
Deposit / prepayment
No deposit is required.
Accepted payment methods
VISAMastercardAMEX Cash
Quiet hours
Guests are asked to be quiet 22:00 – 07:00.
The fine print
Please inform Thanington Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details in your confirmation.
Cancellation
Until 7 days before check-in, cancellation is free.
From then until check-in, cancelling costs 100% of the booking total.
After that, cancelling costs 100% of the booking total.
Deposit & prepayment
No deposit is required.
Final terms are confirmed in your booking confirmation.
Frequently asked questions
How do I make a booking?
Choose your dates and number of guests in the search bar, pick the room that suits you and follow the secure checkout. You will receive a confirmation email with your booking reference as soon as the reservation is complete.
Is it cheaper to book directly with you?
Booking directly through our website always gives you our best available rate — there are no third-party commissions or hidden booking fees added on top.
Can I cancel my booking?
Most rates can be cancelled free of charge up to the deadline shown in your confirmation email. Sign in to your account on this website to cancel online, or contact us directly.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Standard check-in and check-out times are shown in the House Rules section of this page and on your booking confirmation. If you need different times, contact us and we will try to accommodate you.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept all major debit and credit cards. Where payment is taken on arrival, the front desk can confirm any additional methods such as cash in the local currency.
Is Wi-Fi included in the room rate?
Yes — fast Wi-Fi is included for all guests at no extra charge, throughout the property.
Is parking available?
Parking options are listed under our facilities. If on-site parking is limited, we will gladly point you to the nearest reliable car park — just ask before you arrive.
Is there any parking available?
Yes, we do have on-site parking available. Please note that parking cannot be reserved or guaranteed with any reservation, as spaces are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Is breakfast included during my stay?
Yes, we do provide breakfast at our hotel. Our continental breakfast is included in the room price, and you are welcome to enjoy it during your stay with us.
Check-in Time Approval
Requests for check-in between 14:00 and 21:00 are approved.
Hosted by Thanington Hotel
We look after an old building, which means we spend a lot of time on things guests never see — the boiler, the roof, the pool plant, the garden. What you should notice is the opposite: that the room is warm, the bed is made properly, and nobody had to chase us for anything. Most of what we know about Canterbury comes from being asked. Which walk is worth the weather, where to eat on a Sunday night, how long you really need at the Cathedral. Ask at breakfast — we would rather you spent your day well than politely worked it out yourself.
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