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Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with a restaurant, steps from Canterbury Christ Church University

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Guests can enjoy a tranquil garden with pink flowering plants and a stone pathway.
Enjoy meals al fresco in a serene outdoor dining area surrounded by lush greenery and a brick building.
Relax in comfort with a large bed at the center, surrounded by natural light and simple, functional design.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a sleek reception desk and elegant floor tiles.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with an oven, microwave, and coffee maker.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$360
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Courtyard View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Accessible, Courtyard View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Value Single Room Ensuite (No lift access - 40 steps)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Value Single Room Ensuite (No lift access - 40 steps)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Value Double Room Ensuite (No lift access - 40 steps)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Value Double Room Ensuite (No lift access - 40 steps)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Value Twin Room Ensuite (No lift access - 40 steps)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Value Twin Room Ensuite (No lift access - 40 steps)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Self contained apartment (No lift access - 40 steps)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Self contained apartment (No lift access - 40 steps)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
Canterbury Cathedral, The Precincts, Canterbury, England, CT12EH

What's nearby

  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Marlowe Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Westgate Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of Kent - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Canterbury West Station - 11 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Thomas Ingoldsby - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dolphin Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Old Buttermarket - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Korean Cowgirl - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Canterbury Cathedral Lodge

Upscale guest house near Canterbury Christ Church University
Located close to Canterbury Cathedral and Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury Cathedral Lodge provides shopping on-site, a garden and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as conference space and a restaurant.
Other perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), multilingual staff and smoke-free property
  • Bike parking, a water dispenser and a 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting rooms, a lift and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge boast comforts such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 20-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free for up to 24 hours per day (10-device limit)

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 12 per night); discounts available
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12.95 per person
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • Shopping

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,695 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (76 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height counter and sink (71 centimetre high)
  • Low-height desk (74 centimetre high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (74 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-width doorways (74 centimetre wide)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2001
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 20.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 140.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.95 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 12 per night (984 ft away)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Free WiFi in public areas is limited to 24 hours per day (10-device limit)

Property is also known as

Canterbury Cathedral Lodge
Canterbury Lodge
Canterbury Lodge Cathedral
Cathedral Lodge
Cathedral Lodge Canterbury
Lodge Canterbury
Canterbury Cathedral Hotel Canterbury
Canterbury Cathedral Canterbu
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge Guesthouse
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge Canterbury
Canterbury Cathedral Lodge Guesthouse Canterbury

Frequently asked questions

Is Canterbury Cathedral Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge?

As of 19 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge on 20 Jul 2025 start from NZ$360.01, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Canterbury Cathedral Lodge located?

Located in the heart of Canterbury, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Canterbury Christ Church University, Marlowe Theatre and Canterbury Cathedral. St. Martin's Church and University of Kent are also within 1 mi (2 km). Canterbury West Station is 11 minutes by foot and Canterbury East Station is 14 minutes.

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Canterbury Cathedral Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 304 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 304 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 304 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 304 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 304 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic central location with parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay with a fantastic location in the cathedral grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

RONALD

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best place we have ever stayed, so clean, perfect location, staff and facilities top notch, we will definitely be returning and booking for family and friends too, don’t delay, you must go!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely to be so close to the cathedral
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is centrally located, and the staff are helpful. The rooms leave a bit to be desired, but overall comfortable stay. The wifi (at least in our room) was unusable, on phones as well as the television in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalinde Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super , thank you !
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the most beautiful views out of my hotel window that I have ever seen! Breakfast was great, the room was comfortable and the staff was friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The best location right on the Cathedral property and two minute walk to city center. I would only request that the lodge send parking instructions to anyone that will park there. We drove around for 30 minutes before we found out way in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Excellent hotel, really good staff friendly and helpful, well located and a fine breakfast
General view
From hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

R Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an incredible place! It is right next to the incredible Canterbury Cathedral. The staff were all so kind and accommodating. The breakfast was delicious I had the smoked salmon on toast. The hotel was a short walk to great places to eat & explore!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mihaela Simona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff and reception were amazing. Unfortunately, we could not say the same for the breakfast service. We had to ask twice (three times) for items we had ordered to be delivered to our table. We asked for coffee and no coffee was served. We asked for toast and no toast was provided. We asked for fruit and no fruit was provided. Until we reminded them we got the above items. We were polite and felt we were invisible. Three other tables were served before us and we arrived before them. To be fair the food and coffee was good. The room had a nice bed. The outside terrace was nice and the free entry to the Cathedral was a really nice touch. Loved the view and location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonor M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie Kateman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the perfect place to stay if you want to see Canterbury Cathedral!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you wish to visit Canterbury, the Lodge provides an incredibly convenient and quite comfortable place to stay. For those outside the main Lodge, the stairs may prove problematic for some, particularly those with extensive luggage or mobility issues. That notwithstanding, the access to the Cathedral grounds was lovely, and we would happily stay at the Lodge again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unusual place to stay,full of character Extremely efficient and friendly staff. A real privilege to stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location, great visit
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Warm and friendly staff, comfortable rooms and brilliant location - a lovely stay, thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

SHEILA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect from the clean room with a view of the Cathedral to the easy walk to town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magical Canterbury Retreat for Two

An excellent facility in the cathedral complex which was just what we wanted. We love the cathedral and it is so central to everywhere we wanted to go. At night the floodlit building is magical - photo is from our room window.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great room, far exceeded expectations
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect location

The perfect location to visit Canterbury and the cathedral. Smallish room but perfectly fine for an overnight stay. Breakfast was great and served on the outside terrace on a beautiful sunny morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room in a very quiet and peaceful place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely to stay on the Cathedral grounds!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022