ABode Canterbury

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Canterbury Cathedral

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Exterior
Fabulous Suite | Terrace/patio
Enviable Double Room
Reception
Most Enviable Double Room

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
The current price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug

Explore the area

Map
30-33 High St, Canterbury, England, CT1 2RX
  • Marlowe Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Canterbury Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • University of Kent
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • London (SEN-Southend)

Room options

Desirable Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Enviable Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Comfortable Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Desirable Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Most Enviable Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Fabulous Suite

Highlights

Terrace
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Canterbury

ABode Canterbury puts you in the heart of Canterbury, within steps of Beaney House of Art & Knowledge and Royal Museum and Art Gallery. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The brasserie, Brasserie Abode, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a short walk of this 4-property class Canterbury hotel include Canterbury Cathedral and within a 30-minute walk you'll find University of Kent.

What's nearby

  • Marlowe Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Westgate Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Kent - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Canterbury West Station - 9 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Old Weavers House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Cherry Tree - ‬1 min walk

About this property

ABode Canterbury

Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Canterbury Cathedral
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness centre, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly ABode Canterbury. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Canterbury hotel is smoke free.

  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1600
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
ABode Canterbury offers 72 accommodations with a safe and designer toiletries. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers. This Canterbury hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

Czech, English, French, Romanian, Slovak

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Secured, uncovered parking on site (GBP 25 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • AB Champagne Bar
  • Brasserie Abode

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

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

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1600
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 18 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 25.00 per night

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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at ABode Canterbury?

ABode Canterbury offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at ABode Canterbury?

As of 5 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ABode Canterbury on 5 Aug 2025 start from AU$132.50, 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 ABode Canterbury?

Yep, ABode Canterbury has a secured uncovered self car park for GBP 25.00 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to ABode Canterbury?

The closest beach to ABode Canterbury is Whitstable Beach (9.6 km).

What makes ABode Canterbury a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at ABode Canterbury.

Does ABode Canterbury serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is available weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at ABode Canterbury?

No, ABode Canterbury does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at ABode Canterbury?

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 ABode Canterbury?

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

Are pets allowed at ABode Canterbury?

No, only service animals are allowed.

ABode Canterbury Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 487 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1002 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hroar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Léo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The nightstand's pencil was unsharpened. There was coffee grounds on the tray
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Abode is located in the heart of Canterbury on High Street its main thoroughfare and within walking distance of most major sights and great dining. The breakfasts at the hotel were excellent. The staff was polite and very responsive. A great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuchen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and super nice. Service was great. Good location if you visiting the town, walkable distance to train station and restaurant. Maybe the only downside if I have to say is the flooring was a bit old, so in the morning i could hear people walking upstairs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We have stayed at the abode a lot of times although i think its time for an update to the decor
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely hotel - great location

Lovely as usual. Having stayed in an “enviable” room type before, it was noticeable this time having dropped to “comfortable”. Still high standards but a little tired in the bathroom, a small entrance (slightly awkward with bags) and less frills. Still lovely and I thoroughly enjoyed my stay (and complimentary birthday treat). I would always opt for an enviable room when funds allow but all rooms are lovely. Thank you for a great stay! I will be back again soon
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd stay and really nice hotel. Great room and breakfast. Lovely bar. Very convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel!

Hotel is beautiful, bed very comfy. Modern and elegant looking hotel. Breakfast service was slow with a fair few orders coming out wrong, and no real instruction of what breakfast is included with the room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

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

Will be back soon.

When we arrived at the hotel, we were greeted with a smile and a lovely welcome. We could not fault the gentleman who was hospitable and sorted out any problem that came our way. We have stayed in the hotel previously and it won’t be the last. Thank you very much to the staff and the wonderful service you provide.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ian

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice central hotel, mind room charges

Stayed for a couple of nights a few days before Christmas, so we could shop and experience the Christmas vibe of Canterbury. Hotel is in the heart of the town which is great.Staff were friendly and welcoming. My only disappointment was that they took a card on arrival, this was in case I charged anything to the room, £100 was taken, nothing was charged to the room. I called two weeks later to ask why this wasn’t returned, they said it could take up to a month. Exactly 1 month later the £100 was put back into my account! Mmmmmmm We will definitely stay again, will likely say that I don’t have a card.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Dan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Poor

Had to move rooms as the toilet didn't work, staff weren't overly fussed , moved to the second room to find black mould on the walls and around the window. Breakfast was overly expensive for poor quality and slow service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, beautiful rooms in a lovely location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicola

Business traveller
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel with an excellent position in the town. Good combination of new and traditional decor. Nice room but the bathroom was a little “cosy” but adequate. The breakfast was very tasty but as everything was table served it was a little slower than weer used too. Definitely use again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

gemma

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was good vaue for money, centrally placed and we had a quiet room at the back. Good that the window opened. Staff were helpful and mailed some property left in the room in error. A good experience and we would not hesitate to return and to recomment to others.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
The hotel and our stay were great. The staff were very friendly and polite. All excellent. A very enjoyable visit
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025