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Hempstead House Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Sittingbourne with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
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Free daily English breakfast
Garden
At Hempstead House Hotel, guests start with an English breakfast and enjoy French cuisine. The spa offers body treatments, and the seasonal outdoor pool has countryside views. Visitors appreciate Pilates classes and browse the library during their rural escape.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Room options

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8.0 out of 10
Very good
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Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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9.4 out of 10
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  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.2 out of 10
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Private bathroom
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  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
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  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
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Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
London Road, Bapchild, Sittingbourne, England, ME9 9PP

What's nearby

  • Sittingbourne and Kemsley Light Railway - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Kent Science Park - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Leeds Castle - 18 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • Elmley National Nature Reserve - 20 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Whitstable Beach - 22 min drive - 15.9 miles

Getting around

  • Teynham Station - 3 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dover Castle Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fruiterers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Yellow Stocks - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hempstead House Hotel

Upscale boutique hotel in a rural location
Consider a stay at Hempstead House Hotel and take advantage of free English breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Indulge in a body treatment, aromatherapy, and a body wrap at AquaManda Spa, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and French cuisine. Pilates classes are offered at the health club; the property also has a hair salon, a library, and laundry facilities. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and massage treatment rooms
  • 1 meeting room, free newspapers, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Brasserie
  • Lakes Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,519 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1850
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 50
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 50

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facilities, health club or pool.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: GBP 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 50 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, or fitness facility without adult supervision
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Hempstead House Hotel
Hempstead House Hotel Sittingbourne
Hempstead House Sittingbourne
Hempstead Hotel Sittingbourne
Hempstead Hotel Sittingbourne
Hempstead House Hotel Hotel
Hempstead House Hotel Sittingbourne
Hempstead House Hotel Hotel Sittingbourne

Frequently asked questions

Does Hempstead House Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Hempstead House Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hempstead House Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hempstead House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 50 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hempstead House Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 50 (subject to availability).

Where is Hempstead House Hotel located?

Situated in a rural location, this spa hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sittingbourne and Kemsley Light Railway, Milton Creek Country Park, and AquaManda. Kent Science Park and Faversham Stone Chapel are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Hempstead House Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 403 out of 622 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 622 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 622 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 622 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 622 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big old building, good breakfast and plenty of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

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

Great Hotel

Lovely hotel, friendly staff and great facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was fine
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. The spa facilities are excellent and well worth the price. Breakfast was good. Room was good. Nothing I can fault this hotel for. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place not one complaint
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Could not faulted the hotel great food and staff very helpfull
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, not huge so personal feel. Absolutely spotless. Staff friendly and lovely pool. Very relaxing break. Worth noting there is no lift so had to use stairs. Not an issue for us but worth knowing if you do struggle with stairs so you can ask for an accessible room. Will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and staff. Would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room, could do with aircon. Very nice facilities, great food, very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of free and easy parking in nice grounds. Check in was well managed and the introduction to the room was very good. There are 2 dining areas, both offering good food choices and lots of outdoor seating in the Spa bar. Room is well equipped with a large bathroom with large bath and over bath shower. Staff are extremely helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Hotel with fantastic fabulous staff & very beautiful rooms. Will definitely go back again. Thank you so much for a lovely time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always like this hotel. Cosy, relaxed, nice friendly staff, good facilities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay. All staff are friendly, helpful and always professional.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Couple stay

Stayed here with my partner and we cant wait to rebook soon. Even though there was 2 wedding at the hotel an almost fully booked the staff were amazing and the hotel was truly lovely. It was a perfect mini break for us from work to get some quality time, relax in the spa and enjoy the grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very friendly and helpful. My room was spacious and was able to work all day. I will be coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall good stay. Hotel was busy with mix of guests including wedding, leisure, spa and families. Bar staff friendly and helpful. Parking adequate. Room comfortable. Pool facilities good overall, although tend to become less relaxing when more guests arrive, so we relished the quieter moments.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Hempstead House in Sittingbourne completely excelled against expectations. From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make everything absolutely perfect. Every single member of the team was warm, welcoming, and genuinely friendly – you could really feel that they cared about making guests comfortable. The rooms were spotlessly clean and beautifully kept, which made for a really relaxing stay. The spa was the highlight for us – we absolutely loved it. The jacuzzi and hydro pool were wonderfully warm, and even the small outdoor pool had lovely hot water, which was such a treat. It was the perfect place to unwind. The food at the hotel was also amazing – beautifully presented, full of flavour, and excellent service to match. Overall, Hempstead House is a gem. The staff, the spa, the food, and the atmosphere all came together to give us a stay we won’t forget. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing, friendly, and luxury experience in Kent.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

Wonderful stay

Staff were extremely helpful at all time, nothing was too much trouble. Room was amazing with comfortable bed and breakfast was lovely. We didn’t use the spa facilities but found the parts of the hotel we did use to be extremely clean and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

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

Lovely relaxing stay for one day

Wonderful place to stay with excellent staff willing to help all the time. Lovely old fashioned room in keeping with the old house and excellent spa facilities and new gym equipment. The hotel was dog-friendly and although not allowed in the restaurant, they are in the other food area near the spa and breakfast was served in a snug room with only one table so very private. Only issue was the very large bed had two separate matresses joined together, one mattress was lower and in really poor condition so didn't get much sleep. I would've requested a room change if staying another night. The grounds are lovely but maybe need some TLC in some areas. Overall really nice stay and would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

aanal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to say, just check the pool times beforehand if you have kids as it was only 8am-9am and 4pm to 6pm.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

SHARON

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

Nice hotel

Nice older hotel. Lacking USB sockets. Old fashioned shower heads. Lovely toiletries. Great service in the brasserie. Food always came out piping hot. Beware of service charge added to your bills. The bar closes early with no warning. The gym is small, but well equipped. They also run classes. All accessible to the public too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

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

Pamper weekend for myself and daughter

Loved the pool - felt luxurious and private (even though there were other guests using the pool) Great staff and beautiful room in a wonderful setting Breakfast delicious and plentiful The hotel didn't feel too crowded even though they were hosting a wedding Attention needs to be paid to kettle location in the room plus need to have a usb charging point each side of the bed Non slip mat for the bath/shower covered the plug hole if not careful Food was disappointing from the A la Carte Menu and Service was very slow - due to the wedding party?
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Birthday gift from Grandma

Mu daughter Ellie celebrating her 16th birthday the slate decorated with Happy birthday in white chocolate and sweets was lovely.The pooland spa very enjoyable.The only thing that wasnt nice was a mojito cocktail asked for,barman made with white rum tonic water ,2 slices of lime,a real mojito has crushed ice mint,brown sugar and it tasted unpleasant.
Beautiful white chocolate and chocs for Ellie
Ellie 16th birthday
Asked for a mojito and was white rum and tonic,not a pleasant drink.
Beautiful lounge
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

Great hotel, fantastic staff

Lovely hotel and facilities spa was fantastic. The only thing for me was the bed. The mattress was a little bit too soft and I am used to a hard mattress so give me backache in the morning. Restaurant was good staff very accommodating and friendly but would definitely stay again and recommend a friends.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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