The Bell Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (1395 reviews)
The Quay , Sandwich , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Facilities for disabled guests
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good breakfast
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Parking issues
Room maintenance needed
Minor amenities flaws

Categories

Cleanliness
8.19
The room was exceptionally clean, and well stocked in the bathroom.
Service
8.46
Friendly staff and accommodating receptionists were frequently mentioned.
Location
8.4
Superb location and great atmosphere were highlighted by several reviewers.
Room Quality
7.95
The room was very nice, although some rooms had issues such as hard pillows.
Amenities
7.78
Standard amenities for the hotel tier, but some maintenance issues and missing facilities noted.
Value for Money
7.84
Good value for a 3-star rating, though some felt it was not exceptional for the cost.
Food and Beverage
8.29
Breakfast was consistently praised, with comments on delicious food.
Overall Experience
7.86
Exceeded expectations for many guests, with a few minor improvement suggestions.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 01:06

Property Description

Riverfront Location and Modern Elegance
Located on the quayside in Sandwich, our traditional hotel offers stunning river views and modern rooms that have been recently refurbished to provide a chic and comfortable stay.

Award-Winning Dining Experience
Indulge in our impressive restaurant, featuring honey-coloured oak flooring and a menu that highlights the freshest local produce. Enjoy a delicious breakfast and savor dishes prepared with local fish, seafood, and meat, all cooked to perfection.

Historic Charm and Cultural Exploration
Immerse yourself in the medieval town of Sandwich, with its rich history and numerous listed buildings. Discover the secrets of one of Kent's hidden gems and make the most of your stay at The Bell Hotel.

Experience luxury and heritage at The Bell Hotel - book your stay now to enjoy a memorable riverside getaway.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £5 per person per night 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.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 1395 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.19
Service: 8.46
Location: 8.4
Room Quality: 7.95
Amenities: 7.78
Value for Money: 7.84
Food and Beverage: 8.29
Overall Experience: 7.86
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Connor • couple • gb
7
Classic country hotel with lovely staff
Pros:

Great location and the staff were lovely, especially the night porter who greeted us warmly when we arrived in the early hours of the morning!

Cons:

Our room (35) could use a refresh. There were a lot of stains, peeling paint, loose taps, and draughty window. Not sure if we just got the worst/old-style room but we were expecting something a bit more modern.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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iain • couple • gb
8
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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MC001_BC.COM • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Great location, food and drink good. Clean comfortable room friendly staff.

Cons:

Parking limited

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
9
Comfortable, friendly hotel with excellent food.
Pros:

Comfortable room, excellent food, friendly and professional staff. Convenient parking.

Cons:

Quite noisy very early in the morning when traffic started as my room overlooked the side street.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Gert • solo_traveller • nl
9
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Claire • couple • gb
8
Excellent. We stayed in January but looking forward to returning in the summer
Pros:

Staff were incredibly friendly and went the extra mile.

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Corrie • couple • nl
8
Pros:

Heerlijke sfeer en goed ontbijt

Cons:

Ons uitzicht was een dak.

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • gb
8
Comfortable stay in a great location.
Pros:

The breakfast was delicious.

Cons:

No lift

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Mary • family_with_children • gb
9
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Luke • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • gb
7
I believe it wasn’t value for money. The staff were very attentive especially in the restaurant. The property itself was
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The property was tired. The walls were peeling. The showerhead was full of limescale. There was a broken panel on the bath which I scratched my leg on. The toilet seat was broken
The handrails walking down to the restaurant was dirty and grubby

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • extended_group • gb
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jono • solo_traveller • au
3
Crap
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No lift but many many steep stairs

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Ian • extended_group • gb
8
Friendly and comfortable, a good location.
Pros:

Fantastic Breakfast

Cons:

Tea and coffee making facilities in our room but NO milk !!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Sally Adeline • couple • gb
7
Thoroughly enjoyable
Pros:

Excellent breakfast & the central location was just what we required.

Cons:

A different room, it was oppresively hot with no movement of air & i was surprised at the lack of a lift.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Matthew david neal • couple • gb
10
Top notch great place to stay
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Clean good food

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • couple • gb
8
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Titus • family_with_children • gb
9
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Bonnie • couple • gb
8
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Natasha • couple • fr
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee