ABode Canterbury

4.0 star property

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Most Enviable Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Enviable Double Room

Enviable Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Fabulous Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

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8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk

Desirable Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(58 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfortable Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Near this 4-property class Canterbury hotel, you'll find Canterbury Cathedral.

What's nearby

  • Marlowe Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Westgate Gardens - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Westgate Gardens and Towers - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Prezzo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tiny Tim's Tearoom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Old Weavers House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Old Buttermarket - ‬3 min walk

About this property

ABode Canterbury

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. 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
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • 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 a hairdryer. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

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

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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 self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 8 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

  • 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

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • 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
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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 continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 8 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 25.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
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, cash, mobile payments, Google Pay and Apple Pay. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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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 16 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ABode Canterbury on 17 Mar 2026 start from AU$158, 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. A self car park is also available, for a fee. 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, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at ABode Canterbury.

Does ABode Canterbury serve breakfast?

Yep, continental breakfast is available weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 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?

Dogs are welcome at ABode Canterbury, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

ABode Canterbury Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 475 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

david, Fetcham

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Such a shame. Lovely hotel in a central location. We had a lovely room on the top floor, but next to the restaurant's induction fan, which meant my wife barely slept all night. We mentioned to reception in the evening. Response was "we've never had complaints with this room before!" Not the attitude you would expect from reception staff. Manager said the induction fan would be switch off at 9.30, but it was on all night. Breakfast was over an hour wait in the morning too - hotel was fully booked and they couldn't cope. Management response to our complaint has been poor. Will prefer the Premier Inn next time - not worth the premium here - especially when you have to pay extra to park your car if you cant get in the tiny car park at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly and helpful staff, good sized room in a great location. Lovely to have all the expected amenities including bath, hairdryer, wifi and tea and coffee. Only two gripes - I struggled to get more than a lukewarm shower, and there quite a lot of noise from within the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ganine

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location and all staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was a good size and had all the amenities you culd need, including a bath. There was a fair bit of noise from within the hotel, mostly quite a noisy air-con unit and other guests. The only thing that let it down was a shower that struggled to get above lukewarm.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharn

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All Goooood?! 😁
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Abigayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Staff very good but room tired, light in the cupboard hanging off and light over the dressing table not working until I screwed the bulb in properly. Shower was dripping continuously. Breakfast good but the couple we went with forgot to book breakfast when they booked and were told there wasn’t any availability on the Sunday morning so ended up going up the road to a cafe, while we had breakfast in the hotel. Not a good way to start our group day in Canterbury!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and extremely helpful. The room was clean and had everything we needed, the comfort of the bed was exceptional, great nights sleep!! All in all a lovely stay and we would recommend the Abode in Canterbury.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Vanda

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Louis

Travelled with partner
Bed was too soft, bathroom too small for a 4 star hotel. Staff were friendly and check in and out were easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Claire

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly, the room was freezing on arrival, the plug sockets didn't work either side of the bed which was frustrating as like to have phone next to me and charging. Wanted to be able to have a drink in the bar after the panto but no where to sit, breakfast took forever
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Whilst the room was clean and tidy, we couldn't get anything other than luke warm water out of the shower. Breakfast was included and we had to chase one of the items, only to be told they'd run out and then a few minutes later it turns up. Would I stay here again, no.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joanne

No hot water, half the menu unavailable in the brasserie, breakfast was the same.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Norman

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and helpful, bed super comfy, however upon check in I was assured (I specifically asked) that one of the two rooms was a twin, it was not. Told the bed could be split, it could not. Only other twin was smaller room with disability bathroom that was not acceptable, so two adult daughters ended up sharing a bed. To top it off the fire alarm repeatedly malfunctioned through the night, midnight, 2 am, 4 am so zero sleep. My concern of a lack of functioning fire alarm did not appear to be shared so stopped phoning the front desk to enquire if we should be leaving rooms. Technician was apparently coming from Ipswich… On check out I was assured someone would be in touch to discuss but this has not occurred. Over £400 for 1 night + food and drink, definitely not value for money. On the topic of food, we also booked a Brasserie Lunch as a celebration but when we arrived at the hotel we were told brasserie wasn’t open for lunch and our meal was in the small bar area on a small round table. Again not great and not what we’d booked. Put a dampener on what was a very special family occasion.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room required some updating. Mattress was in poor condition. Amenities could be improved. No heating on in room for arrival so took ages to heat up. Staff friendly but no apologies for the disturbed sleep due to fire alarm going off about 6 times during the first night. Some breakfast buffet items (cereal etc) should be available for self service as these were not an option on the table service that is provided, just a cooked menu available. Location though is perfect for a visit to Canterbury.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

crisssy

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very Disappointing Stay – Standards Have Really Dropped We’ve stayed at this hotel several times, but this visit was extremely disappointing. From the start, our rooms were mixed up. The second room had a bed in two halves, leaving a gap that the mattress sank into, and the pillows were thin, grubby, and uncomfortable. When we returned to the room at 3pm, it still hadn’t been cleaned. The lady who checked us in seemed uninterested and barely provided any information unless we asked directly. To make things worse, on our second night the fire alarm went off intermittently until after 4am. No communication or updates were given to guests at any point. When we mentioned it to the manager in the morning, he was flippant and dismissive—apparently because he’d been called in at 3am. Unfortunately, we were the ones who paid for a completely disrupted night’s sleep. Breakfast service was poor as well. We waited 40 minutes just for coffee and had to get our own juice. Overall, the hotel has become grubby, the service has declined, and our experience was far below the standard we previously enjoyed. Sadly, I would no longer recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

michael

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Davin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Needs a refresh. Annoying that we were told we could not leave a small case at the hotel after check out
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly welcome staff, lovely clean room with a very comfy bed for a great nights sleep. Delicious breakfast with good service. Nice bar area again friendly helpful staff. Will definitely return
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025