Margate Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Margate, Kent, England, UK. 2020. Old town Margate and the main beach sands.
Margate Old Town
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Margate Old Town
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Margate Old Town
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Margate Old Town
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Popular places to visit

MARGATE, Kent, UK: 21 May 2020: Visitors to Margate's Main Sands beach surrounded by white cliffs during the heatwave in Britain.

Margate Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Margate Beach during your travels in Margate? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Margate Beach
Dreamland

Dreamland

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Dreamland as part of your trip to Margate. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Dreamland
Turner Contemporary

Turner Contemporary

You can browse the exhibits at Turner Contemporary, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Margate. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Turner Contemporary
Margate Harbour Arm

Margate Harbour Arm

Explore the waterfront in Margate with a trip to Margate Harbour Arm. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Margate Harbour Arm

Margate Museum

You can study the exhibits at Margate Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Margate. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Margate Museum

The Droit House

Enjoy an outing to The Droit House during your stay in Margate. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

The Droit House

Our pick of the best Margate Old Town Hotel Deals

No.42 by GuestHouse Margate

No.42 by GuestHouse Margate

4 out of 5
42 High Street Margate England
The price is AU$300 per night from 1 June to 2 June
AU$300
1 June - 2 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Margate. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (181 reviews)
"Love how this boutique hotel thinks of everything."

Reviewed on 22 May 2026

No.42 by GuestHouse Margate
Old Town House by Ezestays

Old Town House by Ezestays

2.5 out of 5
9 Market Place Margate England
Fully refundable
The price is AU$362 per night from 11 June to 12 June
AU$362
11 June - 12 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Margate. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and Netflix. Popular attractions Margate Museum and Margate Tudor House are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
"A real find - fantastic location in the old town, beautiful, clean and well appointed room and good communication with the hosts."

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Old Town House by Ezestays
The Beetroot

The Beetroot

4 out of 5
Market Street Car Park Margate England
The price is AU$236 per night from 31 May to 1 June
AU$236
31 May - 1 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Margate. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an in-room coffee maker and housekeeping. Popular attractions Margate Museum and Turner Contemporary are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (66 reviews)
"Nicely designed room.Staff very welcoming"

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

The Beetroot
Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
Waterloo Crescent Dover England
The price is AU$120 per night from 31 May to 1 June
AU$120
31 May - 1 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Dover. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (929 reviews)
"An interesting hotel on many levels (not just the numerous uneven floors and staircases due to the age of the building!) Great location. Quality of the steaks within the Marco Pierre White restaurant not great / I was there a few months back and similar quality issues then. Staff very friendly and ..."

Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Falstaff Hotel

The Falstaff Hotel

4 out of 5
8-10 St Dunstan Street Kent Canterbury England
The price is AU$183 per night from 31 May to 1 June
AU$183
31 May - 1 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely historical coach house with lots of character and very easy walk to all the Canterbury attractions. Great staff, good food and hotel very clean. Will definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 26 May 2026

The Falstaff Hotel
Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

3 out of 5
7 St. Margaret's Street Canterbury England
The price is AU$179 per night from 7 June to 8 June
AU$179
7 June - 8 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel was central and not too far from the car park. However I have to say the bed was genuinely quite uncomfortable and the pillows disappeared when your head was on them. The breakfast was great and varied. Coffee wasn’t bad. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Nice stay for the ..."

Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury
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