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The Bell Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Sandwich with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Terrace/patio
Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, River View | View from room
Lobby
Front of property
Lobby lounge

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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River View Superior Twin | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

River View Superior Twin

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double / Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room (4) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (4)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, River View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
The Quay, Sandwich, England, CT13 9EF

What's nearby

  • Secret Gardens of Sandwich - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Betteshanger Park - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Sandwich Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Prince's Golf Club - 10 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Royal St George's Golf Club - 12 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Sandwich Station - 8 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Five Bells - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ossies fish & chips - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Brasserie on the Bay - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Time & Tide Taphouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Quay/Sandwich - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Bell Hotel

Hotel near a train station
Take advantage of a terrace, laundry facilities, and a bar at The Bell Hotel. The on-site restaurant, The Old Dining Room, offers lunch and dinner. In addition to a conference center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and 3 meeting rooms
  • Laundry services, luggage storage, and wedding services
  • A ballroom, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 9.60 per day)

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Old Dining Room

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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 not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 9.60 per day (49 ft away)

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Bell Hotel
Bell Hotel Sandwich
Bell Sandwich
The Bell Hotel Sandwich, Kent

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bell Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at The Bell Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at The Bell Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Bell Hotel located?

Situated in Sandwich, this hotel is steps from Secret Gardens of Sandwich, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Royal St George's Golf Club and Prince's Golf Club. Sandwich Bay Beach and Richborough Roman Fort are also within 3 mi (5 km). Sandwich Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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The Bell Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 271 out of 527 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 527 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 527 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 527 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 527 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Damien

Great location and like many hotels of this nature - charming and dated in equal measure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Georgina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Keith Simpson

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

Great hotel

Great hotel...my go to in Sandwich
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

Brilliant stay

Really had a great check in was meet by Simone who went out of her way to help us she had our drinks brought to us in the lounge and arranged for out luggage to be taken up to our room. We had a valentine meal and everyone of the staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at The Bell Hotel in Sandwich for my 40th birthday, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the moment we arrived, the service was warm and welcoming, perfectly complementing the character and charm of this historic riverside hotel. The food was absolutely excellent—each meal was beautifully presented and bursting with flavour. Whether it was breakfast, lunch, or dinner, the menu had a thoughtful variety of options, and everything we tried was delicious. It’s clear the kitchen takes real pride in their work. The location was ideal for our trip, especially as we were in town to play at the legendary Royal St George’s Golf Club, which is just a short drive away. After a day on the course, The Bell was the perfect place to unwind—comfortable, stylish, and relaxing. The rooms had a classic charm with modern touches, and the views over the river added a tranquil feel to the whole stay. Celebrating a milestone birthday in such a setting, with great food and access to world-class golf, made the experience truly memorable. I’d highly recommend The Bell Hotel to anyone visiting the area, whether for golf, history, or just a peaceful escape.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and staff were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were there for less than 24 hours. It was OK, nothing went wrong. Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel, simple check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service as always, friendly efficient staff. Very comfortable room. Delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly efficient staff and very helpful. Breakfast was also excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value one night stay , good quality coffee in rooms and comfy bed , couldn’t fault it for price .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous entrance and reception Warm welcome Great value Good breakfast Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
River view room very comfortable. Shower good. Fresh milk provided in flask, generous amounts of tea and coffee provided. Breakfast very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely central location, great rooms, convenient to walk anywhere, Lovely Breakfast, very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very clean hotel, in a great location with an extremely friendly team of staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good value and lovely town to explore
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Roger

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lifts were invented 150 years ago!! Hotel would be better with a lift. Would also be better without getting an upset stomach 2 days in a row, from the breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

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

Great hotel

Friendly staff, nice touch with fresh milk given out on check in for tea coffee in room. Cosy room clean and tidy, comfy. Breakfast very good everything on offer quick and hot. Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kim

Dissapointing visit.

Booking in at reception was nearly 15 minutes waiting in a queue , therefore not a great start after driving nearly 2 hours. The room was adequate and the bed was comfortable. However, most parts of the hotel was very tired , with stained carpets and chipped paint work, obviously once a more grand hotel. Our meal was very dissappointing which thankfully we were charged. The bar and waiting staff were very nice however and we did enjoy our drink near the fire on such a cold night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

Great little hotel

Nice hotel, great location on the water of lovely little town of Sandwich, nice chilled outdoor terrace and breakfast was really good and staff were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel! Great location and the staff were always attentive and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Sandwich is lovely . Chose a riverside room at the Bell if you prefer quietness.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great attention to the little things

Service was exceptional, from check in to the gentleman running the breakfasts. Room was tired, but comfortable. Nice bed and lovely touches such as fresh milk, nespresso machine and great quality biscuits. Bathroom was freezing and tired, but fine and a nice warm shower. I didn’t eat in the restaurant, but based on the breakfast I wish I did. Fantastic eggs Benedict cooked to order and a wonderful selection of great quality food to pick from the buffet section. Server for breakfast was friendly, professional and incredibly efficient. Overall this hotel was great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

MIchael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenience of the restaurant. I dont think there was a lift so a little difficult to get to a top floor room with luggage.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying at The Bell. Staff are very friendly. Food is really good, wonderful breakfast with awesome choices included. Room was very well appointed with superb view of the river.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023