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The Bat and Ball

2.0 star property
City-center B&B within easy reach of Canterbury Cathedral

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When you stay at The Bat and Ball, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Canterbury Cathedral and Marlowe Theatre. Free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. Also, Howletts Wild Animal Park and Wingham Wildlife Park are within a short drive.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (2)

  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (5)

  • Private bathroom
  • Cable TV service
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
The current price is $127
$152 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29

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Comfort Double Room | Desk, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room | Desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Quadruple Room | Desk, free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi

Cosy Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
163 Old Dover Rd, Canterbury, England, CT1 3NX

What's nearby

  • St. Lawrence Ground - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Westgate Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Marlowe Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • London (SEN-Southend) - 113 min drive
  • Canterbury Bekesbourne Station - 4 min drive
  • Canterbury East Station - 17 min walk
  • Canterbury West Station - 29 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Thomas Ingoldsby (Wetherspoon) - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Oriole cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Touchdown Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Bat and Ball

  • When you stay at The Bat and Ball, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Canterbury Cathedral and Marlowe Theatre. Free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. Also, Howletts Wild Animal Park and Wingham Wildlife Park are within a short drive.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM

What to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 16-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Electric kettle

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

The Bat and Ball Canterbury

The Bat and Ball Bed & breakfast

The Bat and Ball Bed & breakfast Canterbury

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Bat and Ball?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Bat and Ball?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Bat and Ball?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Bat and Ball and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Canterbury Cathedral (1.1 mi) and Marlowe Theatre (1.2 mi), along with Howletts Wild Animal Park (4.1 mi) and Wingham Wildlife Park (8 mi).

What's the area around The Bat and Ball like?

The Bat and Ball is in the heart of Canterbury, a short 17-minute walk from Canterbury Christ Church University and 16 minutes' walk from St. Augustine's Abbey.

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Reviews

The Bat and Ball Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The continental breakfast was a highlight, with many guests praising its quality, variety, and friendly staff. (12 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Really good Stay I was clean room good continental breakfast would stay here again
Lester, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A little bit out of time, but very nice, very clean lovely continent and breakfast in the morning
Lester, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A comfortable room with an excellent breakfast and friendly staff. Great to have easy parking and only a short bus ride to the beautiful historic city of Canterbury. The cathedral is unbelievable!!
Mick, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were very modern, spacious and relaxing. The staff were all pleasant and helpful. There was an ease being here, nothing to complicated. Which is what you want after a hectic day. The area was also peaceful and quiet and if you wanted to go the the city centre only a 10 minute walk. Breakfast was classic continental, some people would want cooked breakfast, however I was happy to have yogurt, fruit, cereal, toast and morning bakery goods. The only improvement i say is maybe the t.v's need updating, to chromecast. Excellent accommodation that felt like home, without no hassle.
Brian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really nice clean rooms continental breakfast is good . There is also a fridge and a coffee machine with a microwave you can use as well. Good Wi-Fi phone reception.
Lester, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful room and close to downtown. The staff member was great- very friendly and helpful.
Randy, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very comfortable bed and great room size. Room was spotless. Bathroom was fab, shower was massive. Breakfast choice was great.
michaela, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

About a 20-minute walk from the centre, this place is in a convenient and easy-to-reach location. The check-in instructions were clear and straightforward, which made arrival completely stress-free. Check-in is from 3pm and check-out is at 10am. With a relatively late check-in time and quite an early check-out, a later check-out option would be much appreciated. The room was lovely, with a very comfortable bed that ensured a great night’s sleep. Breakfast was on the minimalistic side, but still perfectly sufficient. The warm croissants were especially delicious. It would have been even better with the addition of some ham or cheese for a bit more variety. Overall, a very pleasant and comfortable stay
Agnieszka, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

King size bed was super comfy, breakfast was more than adequate for a continental, the raspberry pastries were divine!! Quite a walk to the centre of Canterbury, doesn't seem too bad if you want the bus station end, but Westgate is quite a trek. Staff very helpful and accommodating with our luggage on check out day.
Sonia, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was all so simple, the code was sent through via email for the lock box which contained a fob to get in the main door and key for the bedroom door. Claire was very helpful when we arrived. The rooms are lovely and spacious, comfy bed too! Breakfast was a continental spread and lovely start to the morning, the staff member was very courteous and friendly. All in all a good stay - thank you Bat & ball Xx
Cara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We stopped here for a Spitfires game for our young fella and to be honest wasn’t expecting much - but we were incredibly pleasantly surprised!! This place is exceptional, easy to find, easy to access and staff instructions were friendly and easy to follow. This is a great stay!
Peta, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good place to stay but a little pricey

Very nice rooms and continental breakfast.
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great lication for the cricket. Nice to have breakfast with good coffee. Friendly staff at breakfast
Jane, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This was a beautiful place and the staff were very helpful! I had trouble navigating the narrow stairs, but Jordan was kind to help us into a lower level accommodation. The breakfast with fresh berries was perfect!
Rebekah, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful Room

We were pleasantly surprised how nice our room was with plenty of space and well laid out. Bed was very comfortable and shower was a decent size and power. Lots of decent size mirrors and plug sockets near by for plugging in hairdryer etc.
Victoria, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing sport for short break

Their ambiance is very nice very clear instructions and room are amazing comfortable near by cathedral and everything is in walking distance
Lovekumar, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location if you want to be outside central however still close. Bus or walking distance into central. Hotel room was lovely decorated and plenty of floor area. Comfortable bed. Continental breakfast with gluten-free choices.
May-Britt, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely modern room, clean & very comfortable
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Well presented and brilliant priced accommodation. Plenty of space and key box access was genius! Lots of drink making equipment in the room, lovely toiletries, and the included continental breakfast was perfect. Highly recommend.
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing

Fantastic beautiful newly renovated hotel. Easy check in, great breakfast. Got upgraded to a beautiful suite which was amazing! Very very happy and would highly recommend
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Comfortable room, good shower and bed. Tea and coffee making facilities were welcome. Breakfast was fine. Room was quite noisy as on main road but ok unless you’re a very light sleeper. Overall, good value. 15 min walk into town, which was fine for us and free parking was helpful
maria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Large comfortable room with tea and coffee making facilities. Good continental buffet breakfast selection. Close to the city and amenities. Only 4 parking spaces for 6 rooms is a little bit of a detraction from what was otherwise a good stay.
Paul, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Convenient to walk into City centre , but the front corner room we had was very noisy above a busy traffic lights controlled junction . Staff were very helpful and attentive .
Robert, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the bar and ball. Obviously someone really cares about comfort and standards. The young lady at breakfast was a very friendly person and all in all i would highly recommend the bat and ball for a place to stay while visiting canterbury. Beautiful bedding too.
Mandy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very lovely stay, fantastic room with only a couple of very minor gripes. Heated towel rail was not working and the main window blind was broken so it was unable to be opened. Otherwise a very lovely stay, thank you Bat and Ball team.
Alan, 2-night trip