In the heart of Canterbury, ABode Canterbury offers a warm welcome with a gym, Brasserie Abode restaurant, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and enjoy express check-in/check-out at this upscale hotel near iconic landmarks like Canterbury Cathedral.
Canterbury Christ Church University - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
University of Kent - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 82 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 91 min drive
Canterbury West Station - 9 min walk
Canterbury East Station - 10 min walk
Canterbury Bekesbourne Station - 11 min drive
Restaurants
Caffè Nero - 1 min walk
Pizza Hut - 1 min walk
Pret a Manger - 2 min walk
The Old Weavers House - 1 min walk
Tiny Tim's Tearoom - 3 min walk
About this property
ABode Canterbury
ABode Canterbury offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Canterbury Cathedral. Guests can visit the fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Brasserie Abode, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of University of Kent. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.
Languages
Czech, English, French, Romanian, Slovak
At a glance
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Hotel size
72 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Secured uncovered on-site self-parking (GBP 25.00 per night)
On-site parking is limited
On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Built in 1600
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness centre
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Brasserie Abode – This brasserie serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
AB Champagne Bar – This theme restaurant serves lunch and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 18 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per day
Parking
Uncovered self-parking costs GBP 25.00 per night
Policies
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, JCB International
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Breakfast is available 8-11 AM on Sunday.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does ABode Canterbury offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, ABode Canterbury does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at ABode Canterbury?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at ABode Canterbury?
Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 25.00 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at ABode Canterbury?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at ABode Canterbury and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course. ABode Canterbury also has a fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near ABode Canterbury?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Brasserie Abode.
What's the area around ABode Canterbury like?
ABode Canterbury is in the heart of Canterbury, a short 9-minute walk from Canterbury West Station and 3 minutes' walk from Canterbury Cathedral. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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ABode Canterbury Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently excellent with a good selection of food and often cooked to order. (48 reviews)
The property's location offers easy access to various dining options, including a nearby restaurant and other eateries within a 10-minute walk. (7 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
5 Aug 2025
Awesome hotel and fabulous location.
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
29 Jul 2025
A beautiful place to stay , amazing room and great breakfast
Dawne
Dawne, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
25 Jul 2025
Amazing hotel, staff couldn’t be anymore friendly or helpful. Their restaurant serves incredible food, perfect stay for my daughter’s graduation highly recommended
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
28 Jun 2025
My husband and I had an amazing trip. Our stay was amazing. The staff were very friendly and professional. We would absolutely stay there again while visiting!
Jodi
Jodi, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
27 Jun 2025
Welcoming reception on check in and hotel is in a good central location. Breakfast was cooked to order and very good.
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
27 Jul 2025
Great city centre location. Lovely rooms, service and food (breakfast). The only drawback to the location being that it was very noisy at night - parties 2 doors down until 3am. But, no fault of the hotel. However, I would recommend the hotel otherwise.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
31 Jul 2025
Centrally located hotel with a nice bar which had live jazz music on Friday afternoons. The rooms seem fairly new in their decor and there was a nice comfortable bed. We were given the option of taking an accessible room as we booked very last minute and it was incredibly spacious and we didn't hear any noise. We didn't eat in the hotel.
Monica
Monica, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 Aug 2025
Loved bar but bright lighting in reception ruined ambience of bar!
Vanessa
Vanessa, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
25 Jul 2025
Unfortunately the restaurant really let the stay down for us. Service was medioker and poorly organised. Hotel was in great location and room was nice. Front reception staff where helpful a d friendly
James
James, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Jun 2025
A wonderful hotel, centrally located with easy access to Canterbury Cathedral.
Our room was lovely, the bed and amenities were perfect.
Martin
Martin, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
28 Jul 2025
Just an average hotel. Needs updating. Smells of damp and old smoke. Staff not great and the overall hotel was underwhelming.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
27 May 2025
This hotel is only .2 km from Canterbury Cathedral, our goal for visiting Canterbury. Great location in town, friendly staff, warm room with hospitable details. Enjoyed our stay and would recommend!
joan
joan, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
2 Jun 2025
A great weekend hotel on the High Street for both the old town and new shopping. Get there early for the hotel parking though.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
26 May 2025
Brilliant choice of hotel. Real quality touches, especially the Brasserie breakfast
Stewart
Stewart, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
17 Jul 2025
The beds need replacing, they were so dirty. Apart from that everything was fine
laura
laura, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
10 Jul 2025
Abode is in the middle of the high street, yet no noise was heard in my room. Canterbury is easily explored on foot. There is parking, but I came by train, and the west station is a 10 minute walk.
Bernard
Bernard, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
7 May 2025
Very central location. Easy and convenient check in, confirtable and convenient location
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
14 May 2025
Good city centre location. Hotel was nice and quiet, so we slept well.
Lesley
Lesley, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
1 May 2025
Really lovely hotel with excellent breakfast included. Very reasonably priced!
Celine
Celine, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
29 Jul 2025
Went to the abode for our first wedding anniversary. On check in, the guest in front of my wife received a much warmer welcome- they were also here for an anniversary. The woman on reception was less friendly to my wife- despite the hotel also knowing this was our anniversary weekend (added to booking).
The hotel room was cosy, but the bath didn’t work as some numpty had installed the taps too close to the wall and the previous guests hair was on the bathroom floor !
Luke
Luke, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
31 Jul 2025
n/a
Moises
Moises, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
14 Mar 2025
Lovely hotel, beautiful rooms in a lovely location.
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
4 May 2025
Great stay.
Friendly service.
Fantastic breakfast
John
John, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
13 Apr 2025
Perfect location for a 1 night stay. Good facilities and the room had everything we needed.