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The Lydden Bell

2.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Dover with free breakfast and restaurant

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Room
Premium Twin Room, Ensuite | Restaurant
Premium Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom
Premium Double Room, Ensuite | Interior
Premium Twin Room, Ensuite | Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$208
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July

Explore the area

Map
81 Canterbury Road, Lydden, Dover, England, CT15 7EX
  • Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Dover Castle
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Double Room, Ensuite | Interior

Premium Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Heating
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Suite, Ensuite | Interior

Premium Suite, Ensuite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Heating
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Premium Twin Room, Ensuite | Exterior

Premium Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Cots/infant beds
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Dover

At The Lydden Bell you'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Kent Downs and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Lydden Hill Race Circuit. Highlights at this B&B include free breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .At the bed & breakfast's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Dover B&B include Dover Castle and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Dover Castle - 10 min drive - 12.8 km
  • White Cliffs of Dover - 10 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Dover Beach - 10 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal - 11 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Dover Shepperdswell Station - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Breakwater Brewery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Fox Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Lydden Bell - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Lydden Bell

Bed & breakfast in Dover with free breakfast and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

The Lydden Bell also features a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Dover bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Self-service laundry
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lydden Bell offers 5 accommodations. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

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 and cash
This property is professionally cleaned
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 and cash. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

The Lydden Bell Dover
The Lydden Bell Bed & breakfast
The Lydden Bell Bed & breakfast Dover

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Lydden Bell?

The Lydden Bell offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lydden Bell?

As of 10 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lydden Bell on 6 July 2025 start from AU$207.94, 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 Lydden Bell?

Yep, The Lydden Bell has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to The Lydden Bell?

The closest beach to The Lydden Bell is Dover Beach (7.4 km).

Is The Lydden Bell family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, a playground and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that The Lydden Bell is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Lydden Bell?

No, The Lydden Bell does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Lydden Bell?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Lydden Bell?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Lydden Bell?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Lydden Bell Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

One night stay

Room was lovely. Menu was on a blackboard . Not easy to see familys eating food . Our food was not good value for money. 45 min wait for breakfast. Only 4 to serve. Was thinking of leaving . Toast never ask if you would like brown or white bread . Toast cold .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Lovely old pub

Great find close to Dover
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

colin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
I was actually worried about this booking but I shouldn't have been. It was wonderful. Beautiful rooms. Excellent service. Fantastic food and drinks. Really well done.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Suzzane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The public areas are run down. The room was a stark contrast to the lobby. Bright, clean, spacious. Beautiful view out to the water. The staff was friendly and very warm. Easy street parking around the corner. Lots of dining options near the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superb food and accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite possibly the nicest stay at a B&B in the UK. Room was excellent, clean and well thought out. Bar and restaurant offered an amazing varied menu and breakfast was included, which also had varied options. The staff were always extremely helpful and happy to help. A beautiful old pub in a countryside environment within easy distance of Dover, Deal and Sandwich. 20 out of 10
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Midalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cortina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed , hot water , modern and warm with free Wi-Fi . The breakfast was exceptional and staff amazing ....nothing to not like .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria Paulina

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

Rare Find

The Inn was a rare find. Perfect location between Dover and Canterbury. Lovely restaurant, lively people. Restaurant had good food and a great atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed room. Private and cozy. Clean and modern. Staff were friendly and very helpful. Convenient bus into Dover or to Canterbury. Would have liked to stay longer!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

bettylu

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful English countryside location, excellent dinner and breakfast

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023