The Best Kent Seaside Hotels

recommended hotels near the sea, on or close to the Kent coast


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elegant 19th century exterior with stylish interiors that blend period features and modern facilities, on clifftop promenade with sea views

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award-winning restaurant - renowned for fresh, local seafood - and accommodation on the seafront, some rooms with panoramic sea views

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occupies a seafront, Regency terrace just a 5-minute drive from the ferry terminal - offers pampering spa facilities and a choice of dining options

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elegant Victorian building standing atop Cliftonville's clifftop with traditional style guest rooms and a restaurant serving local produce

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perched atop the cliffs at Pegwell Bay with scenic views, this traditional hotel features spacious rooms and a good range of dining options

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boasts a prominent position overlooking the pier and beach, the comfy lounge bar offers the ideal spot to relax and enjoy the sea views

Bay Tree

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small and friendly, clifftop hotel with sweeping sea views - guest rooms are smartly presented and the restaurant is open 4 nights a week

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overlooking Ramsgate harbour and marina and features well-appointed rooms, lounge serving traditional bar food and an adjoining restaurant

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charming combination of three Georgian town houses in historic garden crescent with amazing harbour and sea views close to the town centre

The Ferry House Inn

Leysdown-on-Sea

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16th century public house at the edge of the Swale Estuary offering panoramic views and contemporary, rustic style guest rooms

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perfectly placed on The Leas, Folkestone's clifftop promenade, close to Leas Cliff Hall and offers traditional style rooms and a popular bar

Foreshore House

Littlestone

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right on the seafront, this intimate hotel provides simple, straightforward accommodation with a terrace, shared kitchen and television lounge

The Devonhurst

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featuring an on-site bar from where guests can enjoy breathtaking, cliff-top views, this welcoming B&B serves generous full-English breakfasts

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comfortable guest house facing the sea, across a green, with a sandy beach steps away; fully licensed bar, lunch and dinner menu available

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traditional seaside hotel on The Leas, Eastbourne's clifftop promenade, and close to the town centre with great sea views and entertainment