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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Bat and Ball in Canterbury offers family rooms with private bathrooms, free WiFi, and free on-site private parking. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and wardrobe. Delicious Breakfast: Guests enjoy a continental buffet breakfast with juice, fresh pastries, and fruits. The seating area provides a pleasant start to the day. Convenient Location: Located 94 km from London City Airport, the property is a 17-minute walk from Canterbury Cathedral and 1.7 km from Canterbury East Train Station. Nearby attractions include the University of Kent and Sandwich Railway Station. Exceptional Service: Highly rated for its breakfast, attentive staff, and room cleanliness, The Bat and Ball ensures a pleasant stay for all visitors.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Catie
United Kingdom
“Great location with the added bonus of parking. Very clean and well presented. After realising I had the room at the front I was worried about noise, having read previous comments, however I didn't hear the road once and had the best night's sleep...” - Maried90
United Kingdom
“Loved the style of the room. The bed was so soft and comfortable. Easy check in and I loved the fridge at the entrance for the guests to use to store their drinks and food.” - Dorota
United Kingdom
“The hotel was very clean and in an excellent location – close to the centre yet quiet. The staff were extremely helpful, and it was a big plus to have parking available. The continental breakfast was also very good.” - Lindsay
United Kingdom
“We were in Canterbury for a cricket match, so brilliantly located. 20 mins walk into town - perfect. Lovely rooms, staff and a really nice continental breakfast. I would have given 10 except there wasn't a bedside table or light on my side of the...” - Jacquie
United Kingdom
“The room and bed were comfortable. The continental breakfast was good and the staff were friendly. The walk into the city centre was about 20 minutes.” - Richard
United Kingdom
“V Comfortable bed, large room with TV and fan. Quality towels and good shower. Excellent continental breakfast. Staff on hand to address queries (one of the coffee machines appeared not to be working) AND one key fob did not open front door!” - Tina
United Kingdom
“Close proximity to the small but very beautiful and clean city of Canterbury, 15 to 20 minute walk away. Lovely room, very clean and spacious with a walk in room for clothing. Tea and coffee, water and a kettle. Continental breakfast was served in...” - Anthony
United Kingdom
“Clean modern and good quality is how I describe the room” - Radiccio
Canada
“This was by far the best place we've stayed so far in the UK. Although the room was small it was immaculately clean, with all the things required for comfort. This room was in the back corner of the building so wonderfully quiet and peaceful at...” - Chrysi
Belgium
“Very well arranged room, close to the city center. Comfortable bed. Coffee and water were available in the room.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.