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The Falstaff Hotel

3.0 star property
Riverside hotel with 24-hour front desk and bar/lounge

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Front of property – evening/night
Lounge
Bar (on property)
Concierge desk
Classic Double Room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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8-10 St Dunstan Street Kent, Canterbury, England, CT2 8AF
  • Place, Marlowe Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Canterbury Cathedral
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Kent
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)

Room options

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room

Luxury Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cosy Double Room

Cosy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Canterbury

The Falstaff Hotel places you in the centre of Canterbury, within a short 5-minute stroll of Westgate Gardens and Marlowe Theatre. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Canterbury hotel include Canterbury Cathedral and Canterbury Christ Church University.

What's nearby

  • Westgate Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marlowe Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of Kent - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Canterbury West Station - 4 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Griffin - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe des Amis du Mexique - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The West Gate Inn (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Cricketers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lady Luck Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Falstaff Hotel

Riverside hotel with 24-hour front desk and bar/lounge
As a guest of The Falstaff Hotel, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The Falstaff Hotel also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby and room service (during limited hours). Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Canterbury hotel is smoke free.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Falstaff Hotel offers 49 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Canterbury hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 12 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 14.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per night.

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 14.50 for adults and from GBP 14.50 for children
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 12 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Falstaff Canterbury
Falstaff Hotel
Falstaff Hotel Canterbury
Hotel Falstaff
The Falstaff Hotel Hotel
The Falstaff Hotel Canterbury
The Falstaff Hotel Hotel Canterbury

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Falstaff Hotel?

The Falstaff 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 Falstaff Hotel?

As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Falstaff Hotel on 16 Nov 2025 start from AU$175.22, 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 Falstaff Hotel?

Yep, The Falstaff Hotel has an uncovered self car park for GBP 12 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Falstaff Hotel?

The closest beach to The Falstaff Hotel is Whitstable Beach (9.2 km).

Does The Falstaff Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Falstaff Hotel?

No, The Falstaff Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Falstaff Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at The Falstaff Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Falstaff Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 524 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 349 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and gorgeous room. While the service was efficient, it felt more transactional than welcoming, which made the experience less personal than I’d hoped.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Norman

Very good hotel. Excellent location. Staff hel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very grumpy barman Avocado at breakfast was clearly from a tub Great cocktails Lovely furnishings in room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

STEVEN

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leah

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Have stayed before ,stayed because of previous visit not as good this time room was nice right over busy road windows not double glazed so very noisy during the night,local Wetherspoons meant we heard the Wetherspoons Warblers late into the night
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn't fault the staff who went above and beyond our requirements. Nothing was too much trouble. Excellent ground floor accessible room. First class breakfast included. Evening happy hour was appreciated and enjoyed. Hotel itself is attractive and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Fabulous Falstaff Hotel

We had a wonderful stay! Comfortable room, extremely tastefully decorated with a bonus patio area to enjoy. Lovely breakfast too. Great location for exploring Canterbury. Would highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ian

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Nice hotel in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

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

Special Birthday Weekend

Amazing stay for my husband’s special birthday. Hotel was lovely and clean. Lovely shower and comfortable bed. Brilliant breakfast. Amazing attentive staff. I would recommend this hotel we had an amazing weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay. Very friendly staff and very helpful. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ankur

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

Highly recommend

Friendly staff and nice bar. Room was good too. Also in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miria

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

Excellent hotel

Very nice room, king size bed, had a little balcony, room cleaned everyday, excellent breakfast every morning. Staff really friendly. Can’t fault it, would definitely stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grahame

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

Excellent!

Excellent central location. Good parking facilities. Full of character. Friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

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

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved this hotel! It had a great history and the location was amazing. I would stay here again in a second.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

8/10 Good

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast excellent. Quite a lot of street noise until late. Location good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025