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Grove Ferry Inn

Property class: 3

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You can look forward to free English breakfast, a playground and a fireplace in reception at Grove Ferry Inn. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to 3 bars and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$265
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug

Room options

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View all photos for Luxury Double Room, Balcony, River View

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors.

Luxury Double Room, Balcony, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Royal Double Room, Balcony, River View

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a chandelier.

Royal Double Room, Balcony, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Triple Room, River View

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with a view of greenery.

Family Triple Room, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Garden View

A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, a lamp, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted shelf.

Comfort Double Room, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Garden View

A bedroom with a large bed, two chairs, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Family Quadruple Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Valley View

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Valley View

  • Valley view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Canterbury, Grove Ferry Inn is in a rural area and in a regional park. The Kings Hall and Canterbury Roman Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Barnsole Vineyard and Manston Golf Centre. Wingham Wildlife Park and Howletts Wild Animal Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, cave exploring and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a segway for hire nearby and explore all the area has to offer. Visit our Canterbury travel guide
Map
Grove Ferry Rd, Canterbury, England, CT3 4BP

What's nearby

  • A baboon with distinctive facial markings and a white beard.
    Wingham Wildlife Park
    11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Two elephants with tusks facing each other.
    Howletts Wild Animal Park
    12 min drive - 10.7 km
  • A cathedral interior with ornate columns, a golden statue, and rows of yellow chairs.
    Canterbury Cathedral
    15 min drive - 14.3 km
  • A narrow canal with boats docked along the sides, a building with a sign for Weavers River Tours, and a clock tower in the background.
    University of Kent
    17 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Grove Ferry Picnic Site
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Canterbury Sturry Station
    7 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend)
    124 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chopsticks
    4 min drive
  • The Rose Inn
    4 min drive
  • The George & Dragon
    8 min drive
  • Juliet's Farm Shop And Cafe
    8 min drive
  • The Bell Inn
    9 min drive

About this property

Grove Ferry Inn

  • Hotel in a rural location
  • Take advantage of free English breakfast, a playground and a fireplace in reception at Grove Ferry Inn. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to 3 bars and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Pet-sitting services, local meal delivery service and massage treatment rooms
    • Meeting rooms, coworking spaces and concierge services
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Grove Ferry Inn include thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free newspapers.
  • More amenities include:
    • Changing tables, highchairs and children's books
    • Bathrooms with hairdryers and shampoo
    • Separate sitting areas, a personal chef and art supplies

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Changing table
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a regional park

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:30 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls and pet-sitting services are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:30 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day

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, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Grove Ferry Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Grove Ferry Inn?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grove Ferry Inn on 24 Aug 2026 start from AU$265, 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 Grove Ferry Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Grove Ferry Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 10:30 PM to midnight for a fee.

What time is check-out at Grove Ferry Inn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Grove Ferry Inn located?

Situated in a regional park, this hotel is steps from Grove Ferry Picnic Site and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve. Reculver Towers and Roman Fort and Wingham Wildlife Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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