The Dog & Bear Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (1732 reviews)
The Square , Lenham , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Comfortable beds
Good breakfast choices
Cons:
Some cleanliness issues
Food quality inconsistency

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Clean and comfortable, but some rooms may feel slightly tired.
Service
8.5
Staff were very friendly and helpful throughout the stay.
Location
8.5
Great location for visiting nearby attractions and local shops.
Room Quality
8.3
Rooms were comfortable with good amenities.
Amenities
8.3
Good amenities provided including tea and coffee facilities.
Value for Money
8.5
Generally good value, especially with breakfast included.
Food and Beverage
7.8
Breakfast quality varied; some issues reported with items.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall a very pleasant and enjoyable experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 12:03

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

The Dog & Bear Hotel, dating back to 1602, offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern comforts. Cosy Bedrooms Fit for Royalty The bedrooms, once graced by Queen Anne in 1704, boast en suite bathrooms, tea/coffee facilities, and workspaces. Pub Dining Experience Indulge in a traditional British menu and local seasonal specials at the popular pub restaurant, set in a historical bar with open fires. Convenient Location Situated in Lenham's village square, the hotel provides easy access to Maidstone, Harrietsham Railway Station, and the M20 motorway. Immerse yourself in history and comfort at Dog & Bear Hotel.

To experience the historic charm and modern comforts of Dog & Bear Hotel, book your stay now.

Important information:

Smoking and non-smoking rooms are available.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1732 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 8.5
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 7.8
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Karin • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • couple • gb
10
As above
Pros:

Excellent stay
Fantastic staff
Comfortable environment
Good food

Cons:

Absolutely nothing

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Frank • extended_group • gb
8
Great location
Pros:

Food was fine.

Cons:

Nothing it was a nice place in a really nice area.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Stijn • couple • nl
8
Pros:

De locatie, het personeel, het ontbijt/diner was super!

Cons:

Alles was goed alleen ons uitzicht was op de parkeerplaats dat was jammer

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Arie • couple • nl
8
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Florian • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Mieke • extended_group • nl
8
Fijn verblijf op een mooie en praktische locatie vanaf de boot.
Pros:

Leuke Inn op een mooie locatie aan een sfeervol plein. Heel aardige mensen. Je kunt eten in de pub, prima eten.

Cons:

Douche in het bad is niet zo fijn.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
3
Nice pub but so loud all night and in the early hours. Not one of you want a quiet night sleep.
Pros:

Really nice old pub

Cons:

Soooooo loud

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • family_with_children • gb
10
Great stay would defo recommend or stay again myself
Pros:

Had an amazing short stay - we was going to a skydive the next morning and even breakfast was ready early for us. The staff was very accomodating.

Cons:

Cant think of anything

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Gero • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Gute Lage, freundliches Personal und gutes Essen

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Franke • solo_traveller • pl
10
Hotel godny polecenia
Pros:

Wszystko było bez zarzutu.
👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Polecam wszystkim ten Hotel!

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Maayan • solo_traveller • il
10
Pros:

חדר גדול ומרווח הכולל את כל המתקנים. מוצרי הגיינה וקפה בנדיבות. נקי נוח. ארוחת בוקר מצויינת.

Cons:

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2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Rod • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Good food. Nice facilities

Cons:

The water in our room took for ever to warm up. A warning about that would be good.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Manon • couple • nl
6
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Paul • extended_group • nl
9
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Robert L.S. • couple • nl
8
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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TOM • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Location & friendly staff

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • nl
9
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • gb
10
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee