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Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with a restaurant, steps from Canterbury Christ Church University

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
Self contained apartment (No lift access - 40 steps) | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Restaurant
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge offers a perfect learning-leisure balance near Canterbury Christ Church University. Enjoy the Marlowe Theatre, relax in the garden, or browse the library. The property features on-site shopping, conference facilities, and impressively helpful staff.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Room options

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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
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 2 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Double Room, Courtyard View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Canterbury, Canterbury Cathedral Lodge is in the city center and near a train station. Marlowe Theatre is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Howletts Wild Animal Park and Wingham Wildlife Park. Canterbury Christ Church University and St. Martin's Church are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Canterbury Cathedral, The Precincts, Canterbury, England, CT12EH

What's nearby

  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Marlowe Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Westgate Gardens - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Kent - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Canterbury West Station - 11 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Old Buttermarket - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The New Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Penny Theatre - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Dolphin - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

Upscale guesthouse near Canterbury Christ Church University
Located close to Canterbury Cathedral and Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury Cathedral Lodge provides shopping on site, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as conference space and a restaurant.
Other perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • Free newspapers, a computer station, and multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge feature comforts such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 20-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free for up to 24 hours per day (10-device limit)

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.2 miles (GBP 12 per night); discounts available
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12.95 per person
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • Shopping

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,695 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (30 inch wide door)
  • Low-height counter and sink (28 inches high)
  • Low-height desk (29 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (29 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2001
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 140.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 12 per night (984 ft away)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

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, 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

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
Free WiFi in public areas is limited to 24 hours per day (10-device limit)

Property is 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

Is Canterbury Cathedral Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Canterbury Cathedral Lodge located?

Located in the heart of Canterbury, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Canterbury Christ Church University, Marlowe Theatre, and Canterbury Cathedral. St. Martin's Church and University of Kent are also within 1 mi (2 km). Canterbury West Station is 11 minutes by foot and Canterbury East Station is 14 minutes.

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