Curated luxury hotels near Kent Downs

With a stay at Broome Park Hotel in Canterbury, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Dover Castle and White Cliffs of Dover. This golf hotel is 9 mi (14.4 km) from Canterbury Cathedral and 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal.

When you stay at Marquis Of Granby in Dover, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal and Dover Castle. This luxury inn is 6.7 mi (10.9 km) from White Cliffs of Dover and 7.5 mi (12 km) from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal.

When you stay at Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf in Hythe, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and Port Lympne Wild Animal Park. This beach hotel is 12.6 mi (20.2 km) from Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal and 13.8 mi (22.1 km) from Dover Castle.

When you stay at Burlington Hotel, Best Western Premier Collection in Folkestone, you'll be in the business district, within a 15-minute drive of Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal. This hotel is 9.2 mi (14.7 km) from Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and 11 mi (17.7 km) from Dover Castle.

With a stay at The Woolpack Hotel in Canterbury, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Canterbury Cathedral and Kent Downs. This inn is 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and 14.3 mi (23 km) from Port Lympne Wild Animal Park.

When you stay at The View Hotel Folkestone, a member of Radisson Individuals in Folkestone, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal. This beach hotel is 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Dover Castle.

With a stay at ABode Canterbury, you'll be centrally located in Canterbury, within a 5-minute walk of Canterbury Cathedral and Beaney House of Art & Knowledge. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Weaver's House and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Dane John Gardens.

In the private and peaceful grounds of Canterbury Cathedral, this stylish lodge offers free Wi-Fi, hearty breakfasts and scenic views. Canterbury’s historic centre is a 2-minute walk away.

The bright and airy bedrooms at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge each have a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee facilities. All rooms feature a modern bathroom, and many have cathedral views.

Traditional full English breakfasts are served daily in the Refectory, or on the spacious terrace. There is also an elegant lounge bar and the beautiful Campanile Garden to relax in.

Just a 5-minute walk from the Canterbury Tales attraction, the Cathedral Lodge is only 700 metres from Canterbury West Railway Station. Parking vouchers for the public car park outside the grounds can be purchased from reception on arrival.

When you stay at Holiday Inn Dover by IHG in Dover, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Dover Castle and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal. This hotel is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from White Cliffs of Dover and 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal.

With a stay at The Evenhill in Canterbury, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Canterbury Cathedral and Howletts Wild Animal Park. This hotel is 16.9 mi (27.2 km) from Dover Castle and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Canterbury Golf Club.

A stay at The Millers Arms places you in the heart of Canterbury, within a 10-minute walk of Canterbury Cathedral and Solly's Orchard. This inn is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Sidney Cooper Gallery and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Marlowe Theatre.

With a stay at The Duke William in Canterbury, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Canterbury Cathedral and Howletts Wild Animal Park. This inn is 14.3 mi (22.9 km) from Dreamland and 16.5 mi (26.6 km) from Dover Castle.

Coupled with The Old Gate pub, this historic Canterbury hotel offers its guests a hearty menu of freshly cooked food. The famous Canterbury Cathedral is a pleasant 6-minute drive away, and free parking is available.

All neatly decorated rooms at The Old Gate Inn by Innkeeper's Collection come with modern tiled shower rooms and free toiletries. Each room has a work desk, wardrobe as well as tea and coffee making facilities.

Guests can explore the intriguing shops of King's Mile, visit Canterbury University or take a summer boat trip along the River Stour. Canterbury Heritage Museum and Royal Museum are both 1.6 miles away.

The Old Gate Inn by Innkeeper's Collection is less than a 30-minute drive from Herne Bay and Whitstable. Gatwick Airport is 80 miles away.

With a stay at The Five Bells Inn Brabourne in Ashford, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and Port Lympne Wild Animal Park. This inn is 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Canterbury Cathedral and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Wye National Nature Reserve.

With a stay at The Dog at Wingham in Canterbury, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Canterbury Cathedral and Wingham Wildlife Park. This guest house is 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from Dover Castle and 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal.

An inn since the 15th century, this beautiful property offers boutique rooms and modern stable rooms with free Wi-Fi, just a few minutes’ walk from the city centre. It has a bar, library, and its Victorian walled garden is the largest in Canterbury.

Each room has a flat-screen TV and a DVD player with DVDs available.

A Continental and freshly cooked Kentish breakfast is served daily in the wood-panelled Quadrant room, using local organic produce where possible.

Located only 200 metres from Canterbury West Station and 100 metres from the riverside, highest rating in the area for sustainability including solar generated electricity.

Located in Sittingbourne, Hempstead House Hotel is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Sittingbourne Golf Centre and Sittingbourne Heritage Museum. This spa hotel is 11 mi (17.7 km) from Leeds Castle and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Sittingbourne and Kemsley Light Railway.

When you stay at Best Western Premier Dover Marina Hotel & Spa in Dover, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal and Dover Castle. This beach hotel is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from White Cliffs of Dover and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal.

Located in Faversham, Cave Hotel & Golf Resort is in a rural location – a 1-minute drive from Boughton Golf Club and 9 minutes from University of Kent. This golf hotel is 6.6 mi (10.7 km) from Whitstable Beach and 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Whitstable Harbour.

With a stay at Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa in Ashford, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens. This spa hotel is 12.8 mi (20.7 km) from Canterbury Cathedral and 14.3 mi (23 km) from Leeds Castle.