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The Tickled Trout

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Maidstone with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Restaurant
Restaurant
Children’s play area – outdoor
Exterior
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
The Tickled Trout welcomes visitors with its restaurant and bar in a peaceful setting. Guests can relax on the terrace, explore the garden, and stay connected with WiFi in their rooms. The staff receives consistent praise for their helpfulness.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (Balfour Suite)

Family Room (Balfour Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Maidstone is home to The Tickled Trout. Kings Hill Golf Club and West Malling Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hop Farm Family Park and Kent Life. Stoneacre and Buckmore Park Karting are also worth visiting.
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Map
Lower Road, Maidstone, England, ME15 0PE

What's nearby

  • Maidstone Hospital - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Mote Park - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Kings Hill Golf Club - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Kent Life - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Leeds Castle - 19 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

  • Maidstone Wateringbury Station - 5 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blackthorn Trust Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rockin Robin on the Green - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coxheath Fish Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Tickled Trout

Upscale guest house
A terrace, a garden and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at The Tickled Trout. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Free infant beds, electric kettles and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room cot

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 for adults and from GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • 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, 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, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Tickled Trout pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tickled Trout?

As of 4 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tickled Trout on 9 Oct 2025 start from AU$139.31, 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 The Tickled Trout?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Tickled Trout?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Tickled Trout?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Tickled Trout located?

Situated in Maidstone, this guesthouse is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Teston Bridge Country Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Teapot Island and Maidstone Hospital. All Saints The Parish Church of Maidstone and Manor Park Country Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Tickled Trout Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 138 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in a lovely pub set in the kent countryside close to the medway. Good food and comfortable accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely facilities and wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round. Room was pleasant with very comfortable bed. Had evening meal and breakfast both of which were very good. Large open space nearby for dog walking. Staff very pleasant. Would recommend without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Cosy stay

Nice cosy 17th century pub with boutique Rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and lovely location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a really lovely place to stay with great food and accommodation & staff plus dog walking very close by!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mr Neil R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

What's not to like

Comfy room, good beer , tasty food.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
what is there to review?
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

great, friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

A great place to stop for a break

It was a very pleasant stay and I would definitely recommend it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay, clean and comfy room, lovely food and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really good breakfast, rooms ok, nice big car park
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Remo

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

Great for an overnight stop

Stopped here en route to Italy by car. Lovely location, very peaceful. Very pleasant and warm welcome, we were shown us up to our room.Excellent room with all facilities, bed very comfortable. Very good meal, drinks reasonably priced. Good breakfast, however service a little slow. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Great overnight stay

Great location and pub very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

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

A little gem

A nice relaxing break with excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable bed Fantastic breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

MISS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely pub, amazing staff and great food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loving old pub, really nice food/ drink! Gorgeous location, great beer garden
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

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

A real treat.

Spacious room, comfortable bed, delicious breakfast and friendly, attentive service. Highly recommended - we would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice old pub with character bedrooms and an excellent kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place. Menu was a bit weird for a northern boy but I survived!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Excellent

Absolutely amazing. Staff are fantastic. I try and stay once a month if i can, while working in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Recharge

very relaxing and lovely breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely food, staff were very accommodating. We had a lovely time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent except loud music from kitchens below and smell of frying.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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