The Best Kent Seaside Hotels

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

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

former inn, converted to boutique hotel and restaurant with charm, character and guest rooms with vintage furniture and bespoke fittings

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

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

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

offers modern, stylish and comfortable rooms, restaurant with sea views and bar with occasional live music and is situated on the famous Leas

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

family-run hotel directly opposite the beach with well-appointed rooms, bar and a bistro that serves local produce including Whitstable oysters

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

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

100m from Margate's Bay Beach, a hotel with pleasant rooms has a stylish bar showcasing local contemporary artwork including by Tracy Emin

offering bright, airy rooms, this elegant bistro-style restaurant, in a creek-side setting, serves a breakfast highly praised by previous guests

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

traditional, seaside pub affording guests comfortable rooms, many with sea views, locally brewed beers and an extensive bar food menu

a Grade II listed house with a sunny courtyard and high quality decorative rooms also enjoys an ideal location near the sea front

modern, family-dining pub, simple style - yet comfortable - guest rooms are in an adjoining lodge and there is an outdoor children's playground

popular bar, hosts regular live music and events, restaurant and well appointed rooms located opposite Sandgate Castle and near the beach

traditional Victorian property located moments from the seafront and close to the town centre; locally sourced produce is served at breakfast

small hotel with popular bar and restaurant, sun terrace and garden, in a spot opposite Leas Cliff Hall and a short walk into the shopping centre

positioned directly opposite Hythe's sweeping pebble beach, this traditional hotel is ideally placed for a relaxing stay on the Kent coast

stylish townhouse, located a short stroll from the seafront, with interior design that blends original features with smart, contemporary decor

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

contemporary, updated village pub - family owned and run - providing luxury accommodation at an affordable price and seasonal food menus

community pub with 2 bars - live TV sporting events shown - and simple, no frills guest rooms, situated a 10-minute walk from the town centre

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

luxurious boutique accommodation, with elegant, stylish soundproofed rooms and outside decking area along with a popular bar and restaurant

traditional English Inn, dating back to 1580, with cosy bar and restaurant located a few minutes walk from the historic centre of Sandwich

traditional pub with well-appointed rooms, some with sea views, and a popular terrace that boasts wonderful views of the English Channel

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

in a good location within walking distance of the town centre and beach, a friendly traditional hotel renovated to offer stylishly decorated rooms

a friendly inn, a handy stopover en route for Dover, Folkestone and the Eurotunnel, offers cosy rooms and a restaurant serving hearty pub meals

homely and welcoming guest house alongside a small waterway with scenic views over Romney Marsh from the pleasant garden and terrace

a popular pub, 10 minutes walk from the seashore and offering simple, fuss-free accommodation and hosting regular 'open-mic' nights