Margate Old Town Travel Guide

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Margate, Kent, England, UK. 2020. Old town Margate and the main beach sands.
Margate, Kent, England, UK. 2020. Old town Margate and the main beach sands.
Sunset over Margate Beach
Photo by Chris Whippet (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Margate Harbour at low tide
Photo by Nigel Chadwick (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Tidal paddling Pool, Margate
Photo by Nigel Chadwick (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Popular places to visit

MARGATE, Kent, UK: 21 May 2020: Visitors to Margate's Main Sands beach surrounded by white cliffs during the heatwave in Britain.

Margate Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Margate Beach during your travels in Margate? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Margate Beach
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Dreamland

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Dreamland as part of your trip to Margate. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Dreamland
The Turner Gallery reflected in the pool left by the receding tide. The Kings Stairs is a great place to sit and watch the #sunset #margate #kent #thanet #reflections #travel #tourism #travel #staycation I have really been struggling with a slump in my photography, i had no enthusiasm to get out and found it a real struggle. Tonight i decided i had to get out and shoot, i gathered all my gear, jumped in the car and headed out to capture Sunset at Margate, Kent. I parked a few streets away and walked down to the seafront and thus avoided any car parking charges https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jWmO8X8Yx8

Turner Contemporary

You can browse the exhibits at Turner Contemporary, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Margate. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Turner Contemporary
Sunset over Margate Harbour at low tide

Margate Harbour Arm

Explore the waterfront in Margate with a trip to Margate Harbour Arm. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Margate Harbour Arm

The Droit House

Enjoy an outing to The Droit House during your stay in Margate. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

The Droit House

Margate Museum

You can study the exhibits at Margate Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Margate. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

Margate Museum

Our pick of the best Margate Old Town Hotel Deals

No.42 by GuestHouse Margate

No.42 by GuestHouse Margate

4 out of 5
42 High Street Margate England
The price is NZ$266 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$266
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Margate. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (154 reviews)
Lovely spacious room with amazing sea view

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

No.42 by GuestHouse Margate
Old Town House by Ezestays

Old Town House by Ezestays

2.5 out of 5
9 Market Place Margate England
The price is NZ$258 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
NZ$258
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Margate. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and Netflix. Popular attractions Margate Tudor House and Turner Contemporary are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Fantastic stay. Room was very well designed with a super comfortable mattress and pillows, great shower, lovely toiletries and completely spotless! Would definitely recommend and stay again. Thank you!

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Old Town House by Ezestays
The Falstaff Hotel

The Falstaff Hotel

4 out of 5
8-10 St Dunstan Street Kent Canterbury England
The price is NZ$177 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
NZ$177
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Very clean comfy room, lovely staff and great breakfast

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

The Falstaff Hotel
Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury

3 out of 5
7 St. Margaret's Street Canterbury England
The price is NZ$162 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
NZ$162
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
All good

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Hampton by Hilton Canterbury
Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
Waterloo Crescent Dover England
The price is NZ$117 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$117
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Dover. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (818 reviews)
Morden room design,rooms are clean staff are friendly and the spa are is brilliant.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG

3 out of 5
A2 Upper Harbledown Canterbury England
The price is NZ$106 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$106
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (996 reviews)
Staff, as always, excellent

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG
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