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Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel

3.0 star property
Canterbury Cathedral's historic charm awaits just steps away at this welcoming hotel where a warm atmosphere creates the perfect base for exploring the area.

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Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel near Canterbury Cathedral offers a comfortable retreat. Relax by the lobby fireplace, enjoy the garden terrace, or sip drinks at the bar. Free WiFi is available, and guests consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The current price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Family Room, 3 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Family Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Classic Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room;Small Room)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room;Small Room)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room;Small Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

2 Single Beds, Non-Smoking, Standard Room, High Speed Internet Access

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room With 1 Double Bed, High Speed Internet Access-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Suite-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

1 Double Bed, Non-Smoking, Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for 2 Single Beds, 3rd and 4th Beds Single, Family Room, Non-Smoking

Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

2 Single Beds, 3rd and 4th Beds Single, Family Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Cozy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Spa

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

1 Double Bed, Non-Smoking, Deluxe Quality Room

  • Sleeps 2

1 Single Bed, Non-Smoking, Classic Room

  • Sleeps 1

View all photos for Superior Room With 1 King Bed, Extras, Music Device, High Speed Internet Access-Non-Smoking

Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Superior Room With 1 King Bed, Extras, Music Device, High Speed Internet Access-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Located in Canterbury, Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel is in the city centre and near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Westgate Gardens and Tankerton Beach, while Howletts Wild Animal Park and Wingham Wildlife Park are popular local attractions. Canterbury Christ Church University and Canterbury Cathedral are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Canterbury travel guide
Map
36 New Dover Road, Canterbury, England, CT1 3DU

What's nearby

  • Canterbury Cathedral showing interior views, religious elements and a church or cathedral
    Canterbury Cathedral
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Panto time... "Oh no it's not"....
    Marlowe Theatre
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The historic River Stour which flows through Canterbury, England. (June 2017) #LocalSecrets #Trovember #History
    Westgate Gardens
    17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Boats moored at a canal, Canterbury, Kent, England
    University of Kent
    4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Canterbury Christ Church University
    7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Canterbury East Station
    17 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW)
    89 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • The Thomas Ingoldsby (Wetherspoon)
    13 min walk
  • Starbucks
  • Oriole cafe
    9 min walk
  • Touchdown Cafe

About this property

Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel

Hotel near Canterbury Cathedral
Located close to Canterbury Christ Church University and Marlowe Theatre, Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel provides a terrace, a garden and a fireplace in reception. In addition to a bar and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch HDTVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 495 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1830
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

This property's listed general deposit is refundable via credit card within 14 days after check-out, pending room inspection.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 16.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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, debit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel?

As of 25 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel on 1 Feb 2026 start from AU$116.05, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel?

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

What time is check-in at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Canterbury, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Canterbury Christ Church University, Canterbury Cathedral and Marlowe Theatre. Westgate Gardens and University of Kent are also within 3 mi (5 km). Canterbury East Station is 17 minutes by foot and Canterbury West Station is 24 minutes.

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Reviews

Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 362 out of 922 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 392 out of 922 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 922 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 922 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 922 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

KWOK WING

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free car park, quiet room, walkable distance to town centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dr Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, lovely room and delicious breakfast. Excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay. Clean tidy room, excellent breakfast, very central easy walk into town centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very nice, clean with a exceptional friendly staff. The hotel is in easy ealking to all sites in Canterbury. The hotel i super dog friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay, thankyou to all the reception and bar staff who were so helpful and attentive, and Teri for the housekeeping of our room. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was clean, conveniently located and the staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very nice. It was a walkable distance from shops and lunch. The staff were very attentive and helpful. The rooms was great for my son and myself.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luciana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely Hotel very quiet, clean and staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and in good condition. Front desk staff were exceptional. Professional, helpful, friendly with all guests. Bar staff was good. He worked well under pressure when he had to juggle many tables on his own.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean room lovely large double bed, lift to upper levels, period fixtures and fittings, lovely breakfast menu.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Chan kit

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is quite old, and the water pipe in the bath leaks. There’s noticeable mold on the carpet floor, and a construction site outside makes it noisy at times. The one redeeming feature is the excellent service from the staff—they were friendly and very professional.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient hotel. Lovely to have heated towel rail.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely place, rooms could use an update but for what it’s worth it’s cozy and easily accessible from either the main road or the short walk through the backroads. Excellent location as there’s a nice quiet 10-15 minute walk to the city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and accommodating. The hotel is being refurbished atm but our rooms were very nicely decorated (& clean), as was the hotel bar area. Free car parking on-site. Lovely building & grounds but still close to Canterbury town centre. Only possible downsides - refurb of restaurant not finished yet but hotel clearly communicated this before we went... besides, it's only 10 minute walk into town anyway which has lots of bars and restaurants. - tea & coffee in room but no biscuits 😉
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean quiet property. Wonderful breakfast and a top notch staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

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

Wonderful relaxing stay.

The hotel is looking great as it undergoes its changes. Stylish and bespoke bar area, fabulous room and amazing friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margot

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

A great find—an easy walk to Canterbury Cathedral

A friendly staff, comfortable room, affordable prices and excellent location make this a great place for a good night’s sleep in Canterbury. We could see the Cathedral tower out of our window.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely stay, breakfast was agreeable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Lovely

Lovely hotel. Staff were very attentive. Breakfast was lovely. My only objection was that the website didn't state that there is a £20 per dog per night charge. I only found out after I had booked.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great welcome and a lovely stay, helpful staff, very nice room and the breakfast was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patarawadee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved this hotel. It has character. We had good time staying here. It would be great if it has AC.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

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

Clean and comfortable

Clean and comfortable hotel. Good location as can walk into the centre of Canterbury. Plenty of parking
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

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

Everything went very well.

Everything went very well. One problem, and this is not your fault..., the room next to us had a man snoring all night, which sounded like someone trying to start a motorbike, then in the room directly above, the person sounded like they were either building a boat or putting together flat pack furniture, from 19:00 to 06:00 in the morning..., so I didn't get a lot of sleep.. Everything else was good, the staff were excellent..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025