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Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with restaurant, near Canterbury Christ Church University

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Discover the perfect blend of learning and leisure at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge, nestled near Canterbury Christ Church University. Explore the nearby Marlowe Theatre, unwind in the garden or lose yourself in a good book from the library. With shopping on site, conference space, and helpful staff who have left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Water dispenser
  • Conference space
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • Offsite parking available
$128 nightly
The total price is $154
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Courtyard View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 36 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Accessible, Courtyard View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Accessible, Courtyard View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Value Twin Room Ensuite (No lift access - 40 steps)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Value Twin Room Ensuite (No lift access - 40 steps)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Value Double Room Ensuite (No lift access - 40 steps)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Value Double Room Ensuite (No lift access - 40 steps)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Self contained apartment (No lift access - 40 steps)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Self contained apartment (No lift access - 40 steps)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 43 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Value Single Room Ensuite (No lift access - 40 steps)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Value Single Room Ensuite (No lift access - 40 steps)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Canterbury Cathedral, The Precincts, Canterbury, England, CT12EH

What's nearby

  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Marlowe Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Westgate Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of Kent - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 83 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 91 min drive
  • Canterbury Sturry Station - 5 min drive
  • Canterbury West Station - 11 min walk
  • Canterbury East Station - 14 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Thomas Ingoldsby (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Touchdown Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Dolphin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Creams Cafe Canterbury - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Thomas Tallis Alehouse - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

Canterbury Cathedral Lodge offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Canterbury Cathedral. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 35 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas (24 hours per day; 10-device limit)
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
    • Offsite parking within 0.2 mi (GBP 12 per night); discounts available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (1695 square feet)

Services

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

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2001
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Library
  • Bicycle parking
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Water dispenser
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 30
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 29
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Lowered counter and sink height (inches): 28
  • Low-height desk
  • Low desk height (inches): 29
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchair-accessible doorway width (inches): 29
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 20-inch TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: GBP 140.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.95 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 12 per night (984 ft away)

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Canterbury Cathedral Lodge
Canterbury Lodge
Canterbury Lodge Cathedral
Cathedral Lodge
Cathedral Lodge Canterbury
Lodge Canterbury
Canterbury Cathedral Hotel Canterbury
Canterbury Cathedral Canterbu
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge Guesthouse
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge Canterbury
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge Guesthouse Canterbury

Frequently asked questions

Does Canterbury Cathedral Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Canterbury Cathedral Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge and nearby?

Canterbury Cathedral Lodge has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Canterbury Cathedral Lodge?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Canterbury Cathedral Lodge like?

Canterbury Cathedral Lodge is in the heart of Canterbury, a short 9-minute walk from Canterbury Cathedral and 2 minutes' walk from Canterbury Christ Church University.

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Reviews

Canterbury Cathedral Lodge Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as great, excellent, delicious, and superb with a good variety of options. (25 reviews)
  • The property's restaurant and nearby dining options, such as the Butter Market and Corner House, were excellent and offered good value for money. (3 reviews)
  • Convenient and secure parking was a major factor in making the experience excellent. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location!

I was there to start my pilgrimage to Switzerland. Staff were lovely and breakfast was a delight!
Fiona, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location in cathedral grounds

My Husband and I stayed here for our sons graduation. Great location for the cathedral and the city, rooms very clean and staff very friendly, breakfast was lovely. Would 100% recommend and would return for a city break.
Mrs Nichola J, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay to visit the cathedral & surrounding town.
Thomas W, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best value for money in canterbury.

This is one of the best value for money rooms in canterbury. We had a free breakfast included which was superb. You get a free visit to the cathedral included, which would otherwise be £20 per person. The location is perfect and you have a lovely view of the cathedral from the lodge.
Craig, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay with a fantastic location in the cathedral grounds.
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Special access

Spotless, easy registration, good breakfast, pleasant staff and privileged access to cathedral precincts
Nicholas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly Recommend

Fantastic location & a very comfortable stay.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel

The hotel is wonderfully designed to bland in the historical architecture of the Cathedral which is free to visit for the guests. Peaceful garden overlooking the cathedral was wonderful too. Seeing the sunrise over the cathedral right from my bed was breathtaking. Breakfast was delicious. Highly recommend 👌
Patty, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic accommodation right in the centre of Canterbury. Really comfortable and quiet. Breakfast was amazing.
Helen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The best place we have ever stayed, so clean, perfect location, staff and facilities top notch, we will definitely be returning and booking for family and friends too, don’t delay, you must go!
Hannah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room with a view

The hotel was excellent - right in the precincts of the Cathedral. Room was on the small side but adequate and had a lovely view of the garden courtyard
Kathleen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay

Excellent hotel, really good staff friendly and helpful, well located and a fine breakfast
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Paul, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great Location

The hotel is in a great location and onsite parking is available if you reserve in advance. The breakfast was excellent and the room was generally comfortable although it lacked any seating other than on the bed.
Terry, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of the most beautiful views out of my hotel window that I have ever seen! Breakfast was great, the room was comfortable and the staff was friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this hotel.
Thomas, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property is centrally located, and the staff are helpful. The rooms leave a bit to be desired, but overall comfortable stay. The wifi (at least in our room) was unusable, on phones as well as the television in the room.
Joshua, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Warm and friendly staff, comfortable rooms and brilliant location - a lovely stay, thank you
Kathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well its owned and on the cathedral property. Wow I did not know that. It was a unique experience and close to the main streets. It was a great place to sleep next to the cathedral. It was cool to go to breakfast and see a priest or other parishioner getting ready to start a conference or some other worthy activity, not that that was the exclusive attendance of the hotel.
Charles, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was an incredible place! It is right next to the incredible Canterbury Cathedral. The staff were all so kind and accommodating. The breakfast was delicious I had the smoked salmon on toast. The hotel was a short walk to great places to eat & explore!
R Scott, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and friendly staff!
April, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Unusual place to stay,full of character Extremely efficient and friendly staff. A real privilege to stay there.
Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was perfect from the clean room with a view of the Cathedral to the easy walk to town.
SHEILA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pre Christmas break

Wonderful two nights at cathedral lodge hotel. Rooms comfortable and clean. Breakfast and service excellent.
Trevor, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The best location right on the Cathedral property and two minute walk to city center. I would only request that the lodge send parking instructions to anyone that will park there. We drove around for 30 minutes before we found out way in.
Gary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room in a very quiet and peaceful place.
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

If you wish to visit Canterbury, the Lodge provides an incredibly convenient and quite comfortable place to stay. For those outside the main Lodge, the stairs may prove problematic for some, particularly those with extensive luggage or mobility issues. That notwithstanding, the access to the Cathedral grounds was lovely, and we would happily stay at the Lodge again.
Scott, 1-night trip