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About the Hotel

The Old Gate Vintage Inn, 162 New Dover Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom, CT1 3EL

Rooms & Amenities

The Old Gate Inn By Innkeeper's Collection offers double and family rooms with Hypnos beds, complimentary Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee-making facilities. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, a desk, and an en-suite bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Rooms are decorated with modern touches and come with tiled shower rooms.

Dining Options

The on-site pub serves seasonal dishes like slow-cooked lamb shank, steak & mushroom pie, and Hunter's chicken. Guests can enjoy a continental buffet breakfast daily from 7:00-9:30 on weekdays and 8:00-10:00 on weekends. The pub also offers a selection of fine wines and real ales.

Nearby Attractions

The hotel is 3.5 km from Canterbury West Station and 100 km from London City. Nearby landmarks include Dane John Gardens, Westgate Gardens, and the Canterbury Roman Museum (2.5 km). Herne Bay and Whitstable are less than a 30-minute drive away.

Leisure & Relaxation

Guests can unwind in the pub by the open fire or explore local shops along King's Mile. The hotel is surrounded by green spaces like the Franciscan Garden, ideal for leisurely walks.

Services & Policies

Check-in is from 15:00-21:00, and check-out is by 12:00. Free parking and Wi-Fi are included. Small-medium dogs are welcome for a £15 nightly fee. Breakfast and meals are served in the adjacent pub, with advance booking recommended.

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

155 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Family Room

Max:

2 persons

195 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Canterbury 1.7 mi

Airports

London City (LCY) 62.4 mi

London Southend (SEN) 73.5 mi

Train

Canterbury East Train Station 1.5 mi

Canterbury WestTrain Station 2.0 mi

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

The Old Gate Vintage Inn, 162 New Dover Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom, CT1 3EL

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The Old Gate Vintage Inn, 162 New Dover Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom, CT1 3EL

City landmarks

Church

Canterbury Cathedral

1.5 mi

Landmark

St Augustine's Abbey

1.3 mi

Museum

The Canterbury Tales

1.5 mi

Church

St Martin's Church

1.4 mi

Landmark

St. Lawrence Ground

3700 ft

Castle

Canterbury Castle

1.5 mi

Museum

Canterbury Roman Museum

1.5 mi

Landmark

Westgate Gardens

1.8 mi

Landmark

Howletts Zoo

1.0 mi

Zoo

Howletts Wild Animal Park

2.3 mi

Church

Barton Evangelical Church

2600 ft

Landmark

Canterbury Christ Church University

1.3 mi

Church

Catholic Church of St. Thomas of Canterbury

1.4 mi

Gallery

Royal Museum and Art Gallery with Buffs Regimental Museum

1.6 mi

Park

Dane John Gardens

1.4 mi

Park

West Gate Towers

1.8 mi

Church

Parish Church of St Paul

1.3 mi

Landmark

Christ Church Gate

1.5 mi

Landmark

Bertha the Queen

4600 ft

Landmark

Canterbury College

1.1 mi

Landmark

The Canterbury Labyrinth

1.5 mi

Landmark

Eastbridge Hospital

1.6 mi

Square

The Buttermarket

1.5 mi

Landmark

Canterbury Heritage Museum

1.6 mi

Theatre

The Marlowe Theatre

1.7 mi

Art object

Statue of Geoffrey Chaucer

1.6 mi

Museum

The Kent Museum of Freemasonry

1.8 mi

Landmark

Greyfriars Chapel and Franciscan Gardens

1.7 mi

Nearby

Chapel

900 ft

Restaurants

The Old Gate Inn

100 ft

162-164 New Dover Road

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

Don

United Kingdom, March 2024

7.0/10

The Inn is a mixed bag with cozy and clean rooms but lacking proper cooling. The service was friendly and accommodating while the location had its ups and downs. The dining experience was average, offering basic options. Facilities seemed adequate.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable and clean but lacked air conditioning, making them a bit hot with closed windows.

Service

9.0

The staff was very friendly and willing to accommodate our request for a quieter room.

Location

6.0

The location was convenient for access to the town but could be noisy and had some cleanliness issues in the surroundings.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was basic, with limited choices, and some hygiene issues noticed.

Facilities

7.0

Lauren

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.0/10

I didn't realize it was on a main road into Canterbury, but the hotel was clean, comfortable, warm, and offered a good selection of food and beers. The staff were friendly and helpful, although they could be a bit noisy while climbing on the loft. The location was further out than expected but very good, only 25 minutes from the Ferry. The dining experience was continental and included in the price, with a variety of options available, though there were limited croissants on Saturday.

Rooms

8.0

The room was clean and comfortable.

Service

8.0

The staff were very friendly and welcoming.

Location

9.0

The hotel is just outside town with free parking and close to Dover for the ferry. Excellent next to the Park & Ride, saving money compared to parking in Canterbury.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was continental and included in the price, offering a good selection of breakfast items.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers excellent facilities for a comfortable stay.

great location

main road location

Robin

United Kingdom, May 2023

7.0/10

The hotel had clean, spacious rooms with comfortable beds, but the heat made it challenging to sleep well. The service was friendly, polite, and helpful. The location was good for those with a car and near the city center, but issues with the hot towel rail were noted. The dining experience was a mix of delicious food but also some disappointments left outside overnight. Facilities seem adequate overall.

Rooms

7.0

My room, which I had reserved four weeks in advance, was clean and spacious with a comfortable bed, but the heat in the room made it difficult to sleep well, especially after a long day of activities.

Service

8.0

The staff were incredibly friendly, polite, and helpful, always making time to chat and assist. However, there was a slight delay in being attended to at check-in, which could have been better.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was convenient for those with a car and offered easy access to the city center and a nearby park and ride. However, some issues with maintenance were noted that could potentially pose a safety risk, like the close proximity to a hot towel rail.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were a mix of delicious offerings and some disappointments. The Sicilian pastries were delightful, but there were instances of food left outside overnight, affecting the overall experience.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offered adequate facilities to meet basic needs, though there were some maintenance issues that needed attention to enhance overall guest experience.