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Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Canterbury Christ Church University

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Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel near Canterbury Cathedral offers a comfortable retreat. Relax by the lobby fireplace, enjoy the garden terrace, or sip drinks at the bar. Free WiFi is available, and guests consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Family Room, 3 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room;Small Room)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room;Small Room) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room;Small Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

2 Single Beds, Non-Smoking, Standard Room, High Speed Internet Access

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room With 1 Double Bed, High Speed Internet Access-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Suite-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

1 Double Bed, Non-Smoking, Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for 2 Single Beds, 3rd and 4th Beds Single, Family Room, Non-Smoking

Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

2 Single Beds, 3rd and 4th Beds Single, Family Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Cozy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
36 New Dover Road, Canterbury, England, CT1 3DU

What's nearby

  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Marlowe Theatre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Westgate Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • University of Kent - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Canterbury East Station - 14 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Thomas Ingoldsby (Wetherspoon) - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Oriole cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Two Sawyers - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lanna Thai - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel

Hotel near Canterbury Christ Church University
Located close to Canterbury Cathedral and Marlowe Theatre, Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel provides a terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. In addition to a bar and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch HDTVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 495 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1830
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

This property's listed general deposit is refundable via credit card within 14 days after check-out, pending room inspection.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 16.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Canterbury, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Canterbury Christ Church University and Canterbury Cathedral. Marlowe Theatre and Westgate Gardens are also within 1 mi (2 km). Canterbury East Station is 14 minutes by foot and Canterbury West Station is 22 minutes.

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Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 344 out of 883 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 379 out of 883 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 883 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 883 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 883 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very nice, clean with a exceptional friendly staff. The hotel is in easy ealking to all sites in Canterbury. The hotel i super dog friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay, thankyou to all the reception and bar staff who were so helpful and attentive, and Teri for the housekeeping of our room. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very nice. It was a walkable distance from shops and lunch. The staff were very attentive and helpful. The rooms was great for my son and myself.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Chan kit

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is quite old, and the water pipe in the bath leaks. There’s noticeable mold on the carpet floor, and a construction site outside makes it noisy at times. The one redeeming feature is the excellent service from the staff—they were friendly and very professional.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was clean, conveniently located and the staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luciana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely Hotel very quiet, clean and staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast offering was a bit basic but otherwise, a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and accommodating. The hotel is being refurbished atm but our rooms were very nicely decorated (& clean), as was the hotel bar area. Free car parking on-site. Lovely building & grounds but still close to Canterbury town centre. Only possible downsides - refurb of restaurant not finished yet but hotel clearly communicated this before we went... besides, it's only 10 minute walk into town anyway which has lots of bars and restaurants. - tea & coffee in room but no biscuits 😉
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in a refurbished room which was very nice. The only complaint is that the pillows were very hard ... a couple of softer pillows would have improved our night's sleep. Bit of noise from the upstairs room when the occupants left at 5am but not much that can be done about that!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient hotel. Lovely to have heated towel rail.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely place, rooms could use an update but for what it’s worth it’s cozy and easily accessible from either the main road or the short walk through the backroads. Excellent location as there’s a nice quiet 10-15 minute walk to the city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean room lovely large double bed, lift to upper levels, period fixtures and fittings, lovely breakfast menu.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Sightseeing

Quiet & friendly,nice room,main restaurant being refurbished but breakfast good choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here. It really had a mix of modern and historical. Felt like a proper English hotel and had a tub in our room!! Hard to find in Europe. There was some construction but it wasn’t impacting our experience and it’s obvious they’re reinvesting in the property and up keep which makes me know I would want to stay there again in years to come.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were given an upgrade to a suite. Fantastic!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Amenities
Overall can’t complain. The staff were great and the hotel was in such a convenient location. The room needed a bit of TLC, almost all the fixtures were loose, but it was spotlessly clean (shout out to Michelle thank you!). Would stay here again but would eat elsewhere, the food was nice but too overpriced for what it was.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean quiet property. Wonderful breakfast and a top notch staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

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

Wonderful relaxing stay.

The hotel is looking great as it undergoes its changes. Stylish and bespoke bar area, fabulous room and amazing friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

BERTHA A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness
Unfortunately the property is being refurbished and it seems new ownership still learning all that is required. Our room was excellent with everything required for a short stay. Unfortunately the breakfast area lacked atmosphere and little can be said regarding the variety and availability of food available. Whereas the bar area and temporary restaurant areas were acceptable, it was necessary to eat in the bar area as the dining area lacked any heating. Also, whereas the food was freshly cooked, the menu had little to offer. The management did recognise there were issues and emailed guests with apologies, perhaps some form of recognition should be considered whilst the refurbishment continues. Having said this, I am sure this will eventually be an excellent place to book for a Canterbury visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

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

Clean and comfortable

Clean and comfortable hotel. Good location as can walk into the centre of Canterbury. Plenty of parking
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patarawadee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved this hotel. It has character. We had good time staying here. It would be great if it has AC.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good. Very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My check in was Wednesday at 3pm but I arrived at 12pm on the day of my sons graduation on the 17th of September and the young man on reception was so accommodating in going out of his way in providing me an area to get dressed and freshen up after my 5 hour drive. Please could you personally commend him as he is an asset to your organisation. I will ask him if you did when I come to stay again! 😊
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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