The Best Kent Seaside Hotels

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


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early 18th-century hotel, combining charming period features with contemporary rooms, glorious sea views and fresh, local produce to eat

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traditional hotel with impressive restaurant and elegant, well-appointed, contemporary rooms, on the quayside overlooking the River Stour

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perched on the cliff top above Botany Bay - beach can be reached via steps in a few minutes - with comfy lounge bar and sea view restaurant

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proudly standing on Tankerton cliffs and enjoying fine sea views; guest rooms are spacious and decorated in a contemporary, nautical style

The Royal Albion

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18th century hotel, regularly visited by Charles Dickens, in a magnificent location with views over Viking Bay yet close to the heart of the town

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

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