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The Duke William

4.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful retreat with beautiful gardens and a restaurant serving delicious kids' meals - a perfect blend of comfort and fun

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The Duke William welcomes guests with a charming garden setting to unwind while children enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant. Visitors appreciate free WiFi in public areas, luggage storage, and assistance from multilingual staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Empire)

Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Empire)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (Braeburn)

Double Room, Ensuite (Braeburn)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite ( Cox)

Double Room, Ensuite ( Cox)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite (Smitten)

Double Room, Ensuite (Smitten)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Premium bedding
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Canterbury is home to The Duke William. Canterbury Cathedral and Dover Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at White Cliffs of Dover. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at St. Lawrence Ground or BMX Track Herne Bay. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain biking, cycling, and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Canterbury travel guide
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Map
The Street, Ickham, Canterbury, England, CT3 1QP

What's nearby

  • Howletts is one of two parks owned by Aspinall foundation in Kent. Lots to see from Tigers, Lions and Gorillas to Elephants, Rhino and leopards. Yearly membership is available for both parks and Great value for money.
    Howletts Wild Animal Park
    4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Fantastic small animal park, always expanding and well worth a days visit. open everyday except Christmas Day.
    Wingham Wildlife Park
    8 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Canterbury Cathedral which includes religious aspects, interior views and heritage architecture
    Canterbury Cathedral
    13 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Panto time... "Oh no it's not"....
    Marlowe Theatre
    13 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Boats moored at a canal, Canterbury, Kent, England
    University of Kent
    15 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

  • Canterbury Adisham Station
    5 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW)
    99 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Bridge Arms
    7 min drive
  • The Red Lion
    7 min drive
  • Mobile Fish And Chips
    2 min drive
  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • The George & Dragon
    6 min drive

About this property

The Duke William

Upscale inn
Consider a stay at The Duke William and take advantage of free breakfast, a garden, and a playground. Be sure to enjoy kids' meals at the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi in public areas and a bar are available to all guests.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • Free self parking
  • Wedding services, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage and multilingual staff

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Duke William pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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

What time is check-in at The Duke William?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Duke William?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Duke William located?

Situated in Canterbury, this inn is within 3 mi (5 km) of Howletts Wild Animal Park, Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve, and Wingham Wildlife Park. Kent Downs and Howletts Zoo are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Duke William Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 167 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, good tea/coffee making facilities & supply of fresh bottled milk. Great supply of bathroom toiltries. Staff were extremely friendly & the food was delicious, fresh & cooked to order...top marks to the chef !! One of our best stays, would definitely return to this wonderful pub.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We regularly eat here but this was the first time we had ever stayed overnight. Our bedroom was beautiful with lovely views over the garden. Really comfortable bed and clean linen. Good sized shower and had everything that you needed. Helpful staff and easy check in. Definitely recommend. We will be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely food and very comfortable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely county pub in a nice setting. Clean, comfortable rooms with lots of little extras, fresh milk, free water and a little bottle of chocolate port. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The pub itself served good food. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Staff & service

lovely pub and rooms in a wonderful location

very nice place to stay. Really nice staff. Food was fantastic and local area brilliant for walking.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miss

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

Stunning hideaway

A beautiful country pub with amazing rooms super friendly and helpful staff. Amazing food in pub. Quiet rooms with their own balcony. Stunning setting. Would stay again
The best breaky
Stunning pub garden
Wonderful extras in room
Private balcony
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic food, excellent staff & comfy room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Federico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Amenities
Very nice staff, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marian Elizabeth

Liked: Amenities
Charming accomodation with lots of little extras including a complimentary small bottle of chocolate port. Well appointed room scrupulously clean. Great menu choice for an evening meal and excellent freshly cooked breakfast with high quality ingredients. Also served great coffee. Friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, breakfast was very tasty and the little village where it is located is like being in the sixteenth century.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

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

Mid week treat

Had a lovely one night stay, excellent food and service. Will return
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great off the cuff night away. Everything was brilliant. Couldn’t fault anything about the stay. Food and staff were fantastic. Definitely looking to stay again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

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

A really enjoyable stay

A very comfortable 3 day stay in this Village Inn with very warm welcome and friendliness throughout - informal but professional. Cleanliness of both room and bathroom excellent with some extras provided in both. Food and menu also excellent. Ideal location to visit Canterbury (Park and Ride close by and very easy) and nearby coast. A lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shuv

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

What a hidden gem👌👍💪

Great place to stay lovely helpful staff and excellent rooms. Massive shower and top coffee machine 👌👍💪 I didn't have time to stay for breakfast so they left me a breakfast hamper,great added touch. If I'm in the area again I would definitely stay here👍👍👍👌👌👌👌
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ferris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and comfortable. Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

A little gem in Kent

Fantastic stay, this is our second time here. Perfect location for exploring the Kent area and coastline. Amazing team, food and comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly. Food excellent. Room very clean & comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable pub stay. Good food, great room with all amenities and friendly staff. Exactly what we were looking for. Would totally recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay. Staff nice. Room great. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed for one night, a last minute booking. The staff were really helpful and informative about the area, food was superb and the village of Ickham was beautiful and immaculate.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

Duke William

Lovely location. Nice room with shared terrace for hotel guests which was delightful. Good food and pleasant staff. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

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

Quaint Village Pub with Rooms

The Duke William is an historic pub with rooms above. The food is amazing, staff are friendly and accommodating. The atmosphere is quaint and the villagers are delightful. Betty, the pub dog, belongs to a villager, but spends her evenings at the Duke William. We highly recommend this adorable and relaxing establishment.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely country pub with friendly welcoming staff .Room was comfortable , clean and tastefully furnished with good facilities .Excellent dinner and breakfast . Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay at the Duke William, excellent staff, food and rooms. The staff are so friendly and efficient. It was great to see how they have a lovely relationship with both the locals and newcomers. The food was amazing and a great choice. We really enjoyed our breakfast both morning and will definitely be visiting again. Thank you to all the team at Duke William for such a lovely stay. Vivienne & Don
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024