7 of Kent's Most Romantic Hotels

Hever Castle

Kent really does have everything – it’s no wonder the conquerors wanted to settle here! With historic towns like Canterbury, Sandwich and Royal Tunbridge Wells, a wild coastline and green and verdant countryside dotted with oast houses, the Garden of England is a truly magnificent spectacle all year round. And certainly a great choice for a romantic mini-break, if that’s what’s brought you to our Guru’s recommendations for Kent’s Most Romantic Hotels. Our Gurus have worked hard: testing the sea air and sampling local cuisine in sea-view restaurants, strolling amongst beautifully landscaped gardens, testing the water in spas and hot tubs, comparing views of the Weald and generally working out just how romantic each of Kent’s most romantic hotels are.

For a romantic escape

Rowhill Grange

  • For a romantic escape from London, Rowhill Grange is the perfect pick. As well as a good range of luxurious rooms and suites (you'll find something for most budgets), there's a great restaurant and lovely grounds. But the piece de resistance is the award winning Utopia Spa, where facilities include hot tub, sauna, steam room, indoor pool and Japanese pool with underwater massage jets. Plus there's numerous treatments rooms (two for couples) and a huge range of pampering therapies on offer.
  • If you’re planning a mini-break in Canterbury, then stay at 7 Longport, a lovely one room B&B with two family sized cottages. The interiors are stylish and you’re close to all the local highlights.
  • Or how about the historic setting of Hever Castle for a romantic tryst? This stunning property operates a luxurious B&B in the grounds of the Castle. Book one of the rooms with a freestanding tub for a real treat.

For a Country House Hotel

  Chilston Park

  • Chilston Park is a classic country house hotel set amid 22 acres. There are 53 rooms and the decor is traditional, with some very nice antiques. You’re just three miles from Leeds Castle.

Kent’s Most Romantic Seaside Hotels

Albion House

  • Recently refurbished, Albion House in Ramsgate is now a rather magnificent, yet modern, 14 room hotel. elegant and spacious, there’s a magnificent bar with sea views and an exquisite menu. Log fires and afternoon tea available when applicable.

Kent’s Most Romantic Hot Tub Hotels

  Brandshatch Place Hotel and Spa

  • Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa is a Georgian manor house turned 38 room country house hotel. Set on 12 beautiful acres, the hotel has plenty of space to provide excellent facilities as well as rural views. There’s a 2 AA Rosette rated fine dining restaurant, a creche and an excellent spa and health club.

If Brandshatch Place appeals you might want to consider our Guru’s complete list of the best hotels with hot tubs in Kent.

For Great Value

  The Linen Shed

  • From around £85 per night you can also stay in the The Linen Shed in tiny Boughton-under-Blean, near Faversham. A pretty, vintage-laden, three room B&B, with decor that borrows from the popular French farmhouse style and that of New England, the guestbook is full of rave reviews about the breakfasts, so don’t forget the second B…

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7 of Kent's Most Romantic Hotels

Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa
Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa

Kent

Georgian manor house turned country house hotel set amid twelve acres with excellent facilities including spa, health club, creche and much more. 2 AA Rosette standard fine dining. Easy access to the channel tunnel and Kent sights.

  • Sights nearby - Very close to Brandshatch plus plenty of stately homes and gardens
  • Tennis - Tennis court and squash court on site
  • Restaurant - 2 AA Rosette standard fine dining
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor Pool
from €115 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Chilston Park
Chilston Park

Kent (Lenham)

Classic country house hotel set amid twenty two acres of Kent countryside. Traditionally furnished with many period antique pieces. Ideal location for a country weekend getaway. Popular venue for weddings and business events.

  • Restaurant - 2 AA Rosette fine dining restaurant
  • Sights nearby - Leeds Castle is only 3 miles away
  • Traditional
  • Great walks
from €131 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Albion House
Albion House

Ramsgate

Following a very recent renovation, original features of this magnificent building have now been combined with modern luxuries. Bedrooms are elegantly decorated and spacious. A magnificent bar with sea views and an exquisite restaurant menu. Log fires and afternoon teas. Seaside elegance.

  • Learning - UK’s Most Inspiring Museum, the Powell-Cotton museum in Quex House, Birchington
  • Cycling - The Isle of Thanet is perfect cycling and walking territory
  • Other Activities - The Summer Squall - a summer arts festival.
  • Sights nearby - The Turner Contemporary Gallery
from €145 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
7 Longport
7 Longport

Canterbury

A lovely one roomed B&B plus 2 cottages sleeping up to 5, just a stone's throw from Canterbury's cathedral. With stylish interiors, your own sitting room and wet room, it's the perfect romantic bolthole and haven for local exploring.

  • Local exploring - Ideally located in the centre of Canterbury for exploring the town and wider area.
  • Sights nearby - Walking distance to all of Canterbury's highlights
  • Traditional
  • Quirky
from €121 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Hever Castle B&B
Hever Castle B&B

Kent (Kent )

A luxurious B&B situated in the grounds of the impressive Hever Castle, former home of a number of royals. Individually designed rooms are traditional in style with chintz fabrics, fireplaces and antique furniture. The best have free standing baths. The ideal choice for a weekend getaway.

  • Country Escape - Stay within the grounds of an imposing British Castle. The very finest of country escape.
  • Sights nearby - Take a tour of Hester Castle the childhood home of Anne Boleyn.
  • Great walks - Stroll through the castle's beautifully manicured gardens.
  • Four poster beds
from €229 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Rowhill Grange Hotel & Utopia Spa
Rowhill Grange Hotel & Utopia Spa

Kent (Kent)

Romance reigns at this luxury country house hotel in the Kent countryside. Within easy reach of London and just 5 minutes from the M25 contemporary Rowhill Grange boasts two indoor pools in its stunning spa, plus bar and excellent restaurant; the ideal spot for a relaxing stay with friends.

  • Spa breaks - The superb Utopia Spa boasts two pools (one with underwater massage jets and fountain), plus hot tub, steam room & much more
  • Romantic Break - Good range of rooms & suites, superb spa and award winning dining: ideal for a romantic getaway
  • Spa - The all-singing-all-dancing Utopia Spa is luxurious and provides to all the pampering you can imagine
  • Sights nearby - There are several historic castles close by including Hever and Rochester Castles
from €240 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Kat Parr Mackintosh

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