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Situated within the gated grounds of Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury Cathedral Lodge has an enviable location. Once the gates to the precinct close, only guests of the Lodge may enter and explore the grounds, lending an exclusive feel to the property which sits in the shade of the vast cathedral.
The hotel itself is a fairly simple, modern property, which welcomes leisure guests as well as church groups and conferences. Each of the 35 rooms is identical and decorated in a muted, contemporary style. Windows offer garden or cathedral views and all rooms have an en suite bathroom.
Breakfast is served in the Refectory Restaurant, a light and open space with exposed brick walls and wooden floors. Guests can also relax in the leafy Campanile Garden, directly in front of the cathedral, or in the comfortable Library Lounge.
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The Lodge has 35 bedrooms, the majority of which are situated in the main building. These are all of the same standard, with simple, contemporary decor and a view looking across the garden or toward the cathedral. All rooms have an en suite bathroom with a shower, and come equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, LCD TV and complimentary Wi-Fi. Rooms aren’t large but have enough space for luggage and seating in the window area.
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge is situated in the heart of the city, within the cathedral precinct. Access is through a medieval gate, at which you either have to pay, or present a pass given to you by the hotel. When these gates close at night, only hotel guests are allowed to enter the cathedral grounds.
An open, airy space looking onto an inner courtyard, the Refectory Restaurant has wooden floors and furniture, a high ceiling and exposed brick walls. A continental buffet breakfast with hot items made to order is served here. Lunch and dinner are not served but there is a good choice of restaurants and cafés just a few minutes’ walk from the hotel.
Although this is a fairly simple property, its sought-after location makes it truly unique: we loved sitting in the garden gazing at the beautiful cathedral.
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can’t be bettered.
A contemporary hotel nestled within an old, atmospheric building in the heart of the city, aBode Canterbury offers comfortable and spacious rooms with the typical aBode quirks such as feature wallpaper. Breakfast in the hotel’s restaurant is a highlight.
A historic B&B situated just outside the ancient city walls, House of Agnes has 17 individually-decorated rooms and a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Original features have been preserved including what is the largest walled garden in Canterbury.
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you’re staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident’s eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area’s inhabitants.
Canterbury walking tour & cathedral
Discover the medieval lanes, half-timbered houses and grand cathedral in Canterbury on this private half-day walking tour led by a local expert guide. They’ll offer you a deeper insight into this historic city, its important figures and its architecture.
White Cliffs of Dover & Dover Castle
In this strategically important part of England, you’ll visit Dover Castle, a key military position since medieval times and pivotal to the evacuation of Dunkirk in World War II, and the White Cliffs of Dover on a half-day guided tour.
