Botany Bay Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (2309 reviews)
Marine Drive, Kingsgate, Broadstairs , Broadstairs , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Good food
Cons:
Room size
Cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.81
Bathroom sink had a dirty looking crack. Dirty tissues found on floor by the bed.
Service
9.28
Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Many reviews highlighted the excellent service.
Location
9.32
Excellent location overlooking the sea and on the beach.
Room Quality
7.77
Room size considered small for the price point and mentions of hard beds.
Amenities
8.3
Good selection at breakfast and lovely facilities.
Value for Money
8.76
Good value for the quality of location and service.
Food and Beverage
8.81
Excellent dinner and breakfast received high praise from guests.
Overall Experience
8.78
Overall a lovely experience with many positive remarks from guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 02:41

Property Description

Spectacular Sea Views
Perched on the cliff tops, Botany Bay Hotel offers breathtaking views of the English Channel and the North Sea, providing a serene backdrop for your stay.

Relaxing Amenities
Unwind in style with the comfortable lounge bar, indulge in local delicacies at the sea view restaurant, and retreat to your well-equipped guestroom for a peaceful night's sleep.

Golfers' Paradise
For golf enthusiasts, the hotel's proximity to renowned golf clubs like North Foreland, Princes, The Royal St Georges, and Canterbury Golf Club make it the perfect base for a golfing getaway.

Experience coastal charm and luxury at Botany Bay Hotel - book your stay now for an unforgettable seaside retreat.

Important information:

Guests must provide an email address at the time of booking.

The property hosts music / entertainment until midnight. Some rooms may be affected by noise.

Please note that pets can only be accommodated in the Standard Double Room and Standard Twin Room.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

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).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for £5 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 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

8.6
Based on 2309 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.81
Service: 9.28
Location: 9.32
Room Quality: 7.77
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 8.76
Food and Beverage: 8.81
Overall Experience: 8.78
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David solo_traveller gb
5
Expensive
Pros:

Loccation

Cons:

Overpriced. Small rooms by the kitchen outlet

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Abby solo_traveller gb
8
Lovely location and the best receptionist
Pros:

Location and amazing staff

Cons:

Very small shower

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
A
Asif family_with_children gb
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No microwave , too expensive

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
P
Paul couple gb
7
Lovely stay, should have more choice of food
Pros:

Location , quiet

Cons:

Shower , needs updating

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Chris solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

The area was lovely

Cons:

Mattress was a bit hard

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
S
Shani solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Always my go to place when i need a break

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Green solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Location and views were beautiful. Close beach and friendly staff.

Cons:

Pillows were a little hard, room was a little worn. Breakfast was good but could be improved.

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Josephine solo_traveller gb
7
Would stay again
Pros:

The staff are lovely and the room was very comfortable, location was great. Breakfast was also really good quality and they ensured it was gluten free for me! The views are also stunning. Easy parking.
Super dog friendly which is a big bonus in my book.

Cons:

Sadly the TV in my room wasn't working (was looking forward to a film after dinner after a long day walking), it wasn't possible to fix but by the time I had finished with dinner I was too tired to swap rooms and did without.
The wifi in the room is very spotty.
They were unfortunately understaffed in the restaurant on a bank holiday and my main was forgotten about. So I was waiting 1.5hrs to eat. They did refund it due to the mistake and apologised a lot, the food was okay, they had swapped some things out which I didn't really like the alternative veg, but I was so hungry and tired I inhaled it anyway. Some gluten free dessert choices would be good.
I would go back, just hope they have the TV working and get some more staff in. It was a blip, these things happen!

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Ian couple gb
10
2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Yulia solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Erich family_with_children ch
8
Guter Aufenthalt für eine Nacht.
Pros:

Schöne Lage des Hotels direkt am Meer. Gute Möglichkeit für Spaziergänge. Gutes Frühstück mit Bedienung. Kaffee und Tee sowie Snacks im Zimmer.

Cons:

Das Kissen war etwas unbequem, das Zimmer und die Bettdecke zu warm. Im Hotel gibt es keinen Lift, die Gänge sind eng und verwinkelt. Auf unser Essen am Abend im Restaurant mussten wir sehr lange warten.

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Tim couple gb
10
Perfect
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Everything

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Julie family_with_children gb
9
2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Stijn family_with_children be
9
2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Maria solo_traveller gb
9
Superb time - staff amazing - everything as good as I expected
Pros:

Traditional
Warm feeling place

Cons:

No outside chairs to have a lay down

2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Loïc family_with_children fr
9
2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Michael couple de
8
Ausgezeichnete, glückliche Entscheidung diesen Standort gewählt zu haben
Pros:

Guter Standard, großes Zimmer, Bett-Bettwäsche in bester Qualität, unmittelbar am Strand, leckere Küche, aufmerksamer, freundlicher Service, PKW-Parkplatz vor dem Haus-ohne Extracharge, coastal footpath & herrlicher Strand unmittelbar vor der Tür

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
V
vincenzo couple gb
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-29 via Nuitee
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Louise family_with_children gb
8
Lovely staff, Excellent Food,
Pros:

I loved the size of our room and the view was gorgeous, the staff here are exceptional, we stayed here for my father in laws celebration of life and it was a lovely send off. The food at breakfast was lovely and we were never left waiting for tea's coffee's etc. At our event the food was also excellent and the event space was lovely with lovely tables and chairs around. A special thanks to Laura at reception, Rebecca the events manager (she does a lot more) and Jay who looked after us at breakfast and at our event.

Cons:

There was some cobwebs in the skylight in my room and a crack in the sink (very minor)

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
7
2026-04-27 via Nuitee