Boat House

Hotels
8.1 (465 reviews)
Sea Wall , Whitstable , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Beach
Key card access

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Nice rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Parking difficulties

Categories

Cleanliness
7.56
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, including a lack of hot water and dirty floors.
Service
8.53
Reviewers noted helpful staff and good service typical of this hotel tier.
Location
9.07
Many reviews praised the fantastic location, close to the beach and amenities.
Room Quality
8.02
Rooms were generally described as nice, though some were small and had minor issues.
Amenities
8.05
Amenities like tea and coffee facilities were appreciated, but some lacked sufficient offerings.
Value for Money
7.51
Several reviews commented on high prices relative to the overall quality.
Food and Beverage
8.06
Reviews did not specifically mention food but noted good breakfast options nearby.
Overall Experience
8.03
Guests generally had good experiences despite some complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 09:19

Property Description

Prime Location near Whitstable Beach
Boat House, just steps away from Whitstable Beach, offers a perfect seaside retreat. With easy access to the University of Kent and various train stations, our hotel is ideal for both leisure and business travelers.

Comfortable Rooms with Sea Views
Each room at Boat House is thoughtfully designed for your comfort, featuring modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and cozy bed linens. Wake up to the sound of the waves in rooms with balconies and stunning sea views, creating a truly memorable stay.

Convenient Amenities and Services
Enjoy a hassle-free stay with our 24-hour front desk and complimentary WiFi throughout the property. Whether you're exploring nearby attractions like Canterbury Cathedral or simply relaxing at the beach, Boat House ensures a relaxing and enjoyable experience.

Ready to experience seaside tranquility at Boat House? Book your stay now and create unforgettable memories by the beach.

Important information:

Please be aware that these accommodations are close to each other and are not soundproofed, so some noise may occur.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    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.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 465 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.56
Service: 8.53
Location: 9.07
Room Quality: 8.02
Amenities: 8.05
Value for Money: 7.51
Food and Beverage: 8.06
Overall Experience: 8.03
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Lucock • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Location,decent shower room,good sized double bed.

Cons:

Somewhere to park would have been a plus.bigger sign when trying to find it.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • gb
7
All good
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No air con

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
8
Small noisy room avoid!!!!
Pros:

The location! Was only 100m or so to the beach. Room was very clean and house keeping was beyond helpful.

Cons:

Boathouse double is smaller than the twin room, for the same price. You could only just get past the bed, there was only one window that opened onto the noisy street, and there was a store facility beneath us that the staff accessed early and loudly, with no thought we were trying to sleep just above. Do not book this room!!!!!

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Good location, cozy little room

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
9
Great location in comfy room
Pros:

Bright clean good size with two windows for a through breeze, essential in this hot weather. Small window gave sea view. Be sure to book Boat house room 2 which is this one, room one smaller and airless with street noise, these are same price.

Cons:

Nothing with room 2

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
10
Can’t wait to return for another short stay
Pros:

Great location. Facilities were excellent - stocked fridge, plenty of tea and coffee - and serviced daily

Cons:

Couldn’t fault it

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
9
A great location in a quality facility/complex
Pros:

Very nicely finished and presented

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Louise • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Sue • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Maritha • couple • no
10
Pros:

Perfekt:)

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • solo_traveller • gb
10
Enjoy returning each summer!
Pros:

Perfect location

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Jane • solo_traveller • gb
8
It was average .
Pros:

It was close to the beach .

Cons:

It didn’t have a view .
It was a problem getting there on foot with my heavy bag …I found the place , but had to check in way up the road at the other hotel !!! Then walk all the way back !!! The TV was not working . A couple of hours later the night porter (very helpful) came and fixed it !!!!

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Debra • couple • gb
10
Lovely little room, value for money
Pros:

Very clean and central location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Joanna • family_with_children • gb
10
Boat house
Pros:

Location excellent, being a coastal town there were shops, restaurants etc but also a beach. Excellent transport links too on bus routes and walkable to the train station.
room very clean, had everything we needed. Breakfast and dinner opitions nearby..

Cons:

Boat house not sound proof. We were advised about this when we booked. When we were there other guests were considerate (as were we) so noise not much of an issue.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Colin • couple • gb
9
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Brotherston • couple • gb
10
Really chilled weekend
Pros:

The location was excellent

Cons:

Distance from hotel to accommodation

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Paula • couple • gb
9
Perfect for a 1 night short stay in Whitstable.
Pros:

Brilliant location. We just popped out the front door and around the side to watch the sunset over the sea.

Cons:

A bit snug walking around the bed and the toilet flush was poor. The keys had to be collected from some distance away. We were lucky to have friends dropping is in their car or it would have been difficult walking there with luggage.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Christine • extended_group • gb
5
Adequate
Pros:

Location was very good though would’ve been good to have more of a view than a wall and a roof

Cons:

Room was a tight squeeze and bathroom sink so small it was almost impossible to fill the kettle. Walls were very thin and could hear conversations and television from next door till late…that was worst part

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Darren • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

As usual, the beautiful town of Whitstable didn't disappoint.
Friendly locals, and an idyllic Vista.
The boat house is literally on the beach. It's fresh, clean and cosy, and you won't get a better place to put your head down for the night.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Heloise • couple • gb
9
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee