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The Lydden Bell

2.0 star property
The Lydden Bell welcomes guests with local flavors at the on-site restaurant and friendly competition at the billiards table in its relaxing atmosphere

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Travelers start their day with free breakfast at The Lydden Bell before exploring the charming garden. The restaurant serves kids' meals, and public areas offer WiFi. Children enjoy the playground while adults play billiards. Attentive staff are ready to assist.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Cribs/infant beds
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Heating
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Dover is home to The Lydden Bell. Dover Castle and Canterbury Cathedral are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, check out Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Crabble Stadium or St. Lawrence Ground. Discover the area's water adventures with water skiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our Dover travel guide
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81 Canterbury Road, Lydden, Dover, England, CT15 7EX

What's nearby

  • Dover, England, is a major port for ferries to Calais, France. The White Cliffs of Dover form part of the English coastline facing the Strait of Dover and France. The cliff face, which reaches a height of 350 feet (110 m), owes its striking appearance to its composition of chalk accented by streaks of black flint. The cliffs, on both sides of the town of Dover in Kent, stretch for eight miles (13 km). June 2017
    Kent Downs
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dover Castle showing chateau or palace and heritage architecture
    Dover Castle
    10 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Dover which includes a pebble beach and landscape views
    White Cliffs of Dover
    11 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal
    10 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal
    12 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Dover Shepperdswell Station
    3 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Bull Inn
    8 min drive
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Nightingale Dairy - Mobile Milk Vending Machine
    4 min drive
  • Breakwater Brewery and Taproom
    7 min drive
  • Three Cups
    6 min drive

About this property

The Lydden Bell

Bed & breakfast near Dover Castle
Free to-go breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Lydden Bell. In addition to a playground and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, a computer station, and smoke-free premises
  • Wedding services and a billiards/pool table
More amenities include:
  • Highchairs and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

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.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

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
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 and cash
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is also known as

The Lydden Bell Dover
The Lydden Bell Bed & breakfast
The Lydden Bell Bed & breakfast Dover

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lydden Bell pet-friendly?

No, pets are not 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 Lydden Bell?

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

What time is check-out at The Lydden Bell?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Lydden Bell located?

Situated in Dover, this bed & breakfast is within 3 mi (5 km) of Kent Downs, Lydden Hill Race Circuit, and Kearsney Abbey Gardens. Crabble Corn Mill and Crabble Stadium are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Lydden Bell Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful quiet property with a pleasant friendly pub. The cabins were clean, modern, and cozy. I will come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely little pub and rooms, food is very good although it's at a price point where you'd expect that. Lots of German and Dutch tourists stopping and a few locals. Not much of a pub vibe as it's all given over to dining but the room were spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accommodation which was ideal for a one night stay when attending a nearby wedding Breakfast the following morning was excellent with plenty of options of cereals, juices and cooked breakfasts
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

bettylu

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful English countryside location, excellent dinner and breakfast

8/10 Good

Dawn

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

Great stay

Lovely setting..nice comfortable & good sized room. Food was very good, didn’t have breakfast so can’t comment.. My only complaint is the lack of a mirror close enough to a socket so you can dry your hair…most places don’t have one to be honest & as I’m only short I couldn’t see in the bathroom mirror to use that either. I was able to move the mirror on the door but was still 3 feet away from it. Wouldn’t make me not stay again.. The staff were all very good, smiley & efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cortina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed , hot water , modern and warm with free Wi-Fi . The breakfast was exceptional and staff amazing ....nothing to not like .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was small, but comfortable. However, the bath/shower did not have a shower mat - my wife slipped and hurt herself.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

Rare Find

The Inn was a rare find. Perfect location between Dover and Canterbury. Lovely restaurant, lively people. Restaurant had good food and a great atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathleen

Liked: Amenities
I was actually worried about this booking but I shouldn't have been. It was wonderful. Beautiful rooms. Excellent service. Fantastic food and drinks. Really well done.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Suzzane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The public areas are run down. The room was a stark contrast to the lobby. Bright, clean, spacious. Beautiful view out to the water. The staff was friendly and very warm. Easy street parking around the corner. Lots of dining options near the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed room. Private and cozy. Clean and modern. Staff were friendly and very helpful. Convenient bus into Dover or to Canterbury. Would have liked to stay longer!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite possibly the nicest stay at a B&B in the UK. Room was excellent, clean and well thought out. Bar and restaurant offered an amazing varied menu and breakfast was included, which also had varied options. The staff were always extremely helpful and happy to help. A beautiful old pub in a countryside environment within easy distance of Dover, Deal and Sandwich. 20 out of 10
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the top two places I stay at around the whole of the south east of England truly fantastic comfortable amazing food so friendly and welcoming all the time
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superb food and accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Lovely old pub

Great find close to Dover
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff who were easy to converse with, the inn was well maintained with vintage roots and a splash off modern. The food was excellent. On the listing it does say they have laundry facilities, but after asking it turns out they don’t. So be aware if that is a need. I would surely go back again if I am in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely people, and a lovely pub.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

Great place little room for improvement

Stayed for first time but will return. Excellent room & shower all efficiently handled. Only criticism would be that cooked breakfast was on a cold plate & bacon fat not cooked hardly at all but everything else was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, very friendly. Great food. Nice room. 10/10 would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean place to stay before we got the tunnel. Couldn’t have asked for more
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and of a high standard. Staff friendly and accommodating. Let us check in very early. Breakfast excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

colm

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

Top marks

Great rooms adjacent, but separate to the Lydden Bell pub; one electric car charger ( first come basis) pub staff very friendly, good atmosphere and excellent food. Large garden area if you are lucky with the weather.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

One night stay

Room was lovely. Menu was on a blackboard . Not easy to see familys eating food . Our food was not good value for money. 45 min wait for breakfast. Only 4 to serve. Was thinking of leaving . Toast never ask if you would like brown or white bread . Toast cold .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brand new accommodation- it was lovely and clean. Excellent service. Breakfast tray very welcome and we left early next morning. Would recommend family room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Ideal for Eurotunnel or Dover-Calais Ferry

Stayed for one night prior to getting the Eurotunnel the following day. This is what I would call a country pub which is family friendly with large grounds for children to play. The rooms are all new with very modern fittings and found to be comfortable. Moderate size room, which is large enough for short stays. Good shower over a bath and whilst not a problem, the bath is very small and would have I preferred a walk-in shower. Had an evening meal and breakfast, both were well cooked and good value. Service was a little slow, but not when it tasted like everything was freshly cooked, so well worth any wait. Overall a great place to stay, excellent value and highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022