Chilston Park Hotel

Hotels
8.9 (189 reviews)
Sandway , Maidstone , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Cons:
Cleanliness concerns
Noise issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues such as the need for more attention to detail.
Service
9.45
The majority of reviews praised the staff for being friendly, accommodating, and helpful.
Location
8.75
Mixed reviews on location; some found it tricky to access, but others appreciated the peaceful surroundings.
Room Quality
8.75
Generally positive feedback on rooms, but some noted noise issues from pipes.
Amenities
8.75
Facilities were appreciated for their quality, aligning with expectations for this type of hotel.
Value for Money
9.25
Good value as guests highlighted quality service and amenities for the price.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Food received high praise, indicating it was one of the standout features of the stay.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall positive experiences noted, with some dissatisfaction over changes in hotel ambiance and decor.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 07:09

Property Description

Historic Luxury Accommodation:
Nestled in a grand Grade I listed property once frequented by politicians and Lords, Chilston Park Country House Hotel offers a unique stay immersed in history and luxury. The 22 acres of rural parkland provide a serene backdrop for a relaxing getaway.

Fine Dining Experience:
Indulge in exquisite dining at the 2 AA Rosette restaurant, set in the original dining room of the estate. Enjoy locally sourced quality produce in the evening menu and wake up to a delicious full English breakfast. The ambiance is enhanced by open fires in the drawing room and bar.

Opulent Rooms and Modern Comforts:
Each room at Chilston Park is a blend of opulence and modern comfort, featuring antique furnishings dating back to the 17th century. Relax with amenities such as a satellite TV with a DVD player, luxurious toiletries, and a private bathroom with both a bath and a shower. Some rooms even boast 4-poster beds and original features.

Experience the charm and elegance of Chilston Park Country House Hotel, your perfect retreat just a short distance from Maidstone. Book now for a memorable stay!

Important information:

Please advise at time of booking if any children under 12 years will be sharing the room with the parents.

The property has a limited number of dog-friendly rooms available, which are offered on a first come, first served basis and are subject to extra fees. Please inform us at the time of booking if you will be staying with a dog. We will confirm the availability of a dog friendly room within 24 hrs of the booking being made. If no dog friendly rooms are available, we will refund your booking. A maximum of 2 dogs per room can be accommodated.

Please note that, when booking for more than 6 people, different policies and additional supplements may apply.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.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
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Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 189 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.45
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Oliver • solo_traveller • gb
10
Beautiful place. Relaxing stay.
Pros:

The location was beautiful and peaceful with fields of sheep and wild deer. The building is elegant and the rooms very comfortable. Excellent breakfast in an airy, bright, classic room. Staff approachable and friendly.

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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gary • couple • gb
10
Grand country manor, excellent restaurant serving an exceptional menu of the highest quality, staff very tentative and t
Pros:

Stunning location, gorgeous old country manor

Cons:

Nothing, all excellent

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Ove • solo_traveller • no
10
Superb sted
Pros:

Fine og sjarmerende rom, super service og god mat.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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ROGER • couple • gb
8
Pros:

The staff were excellent, helpful,friendly and professional. The food was excellent and the accommodation was comfortable, clean and practical. Location was good with easy access to the grounds.

Cons:

The only slight disappointment, given the stay was a special treat, was the inconsiderate language used by a loud group of men who were in a dining room occupied by several couples when there was a separate private dining room available. On request we were moved to a table furthest away from this group which helped considerably.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Kurt • couple • de
8
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Leonie • couple • de
8
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Simone • couple • gb
10
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Ilse • solo_traveller • be
6
4 sterren twijfelachtig
Pros:

Omgeving en park.
Ontbijt

Cons:

Personeel is niet aandachtig en je moet lang wachten.
Aangeboden kamer was ver onder de verwachting (uitkijk op vuilcontainer, douche in bad en kamer nodig gerenoveerd). Na aandringen andere kamer gekregen wat iets beter en ruimer was. Badkamer met inloopdouche was stukken beter. Op deze kamer ontbrak een haardroger.
Kamer van bevriend koppel bleek uiteindelijk de badkamer niet gepoetst te zijn! Heel nare ervaring

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Schelvis • couple • nl
9
Fantastisch landgoed, rust, lekker eten, gezelligheid, lief personeel en mooie uitzichten
Pros:

Mooi historisch landgoed en goed onderhoude

Cons:

Het bed was echt te klein voor ons( nederlanders zijn vaak wat langer dan de gemiddelde engelse

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Sophie • extended_group • gb
10
Fabulous weekend experience with wonderful food and great staff
Pros:

Beautiful surroundings and well maintained. Comfortable and clean.

Cons:

There wasn’t anything we didn’t like.

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • nl
10
Een bijzonder verblijf om weer terug te keren.
Pros:

Het personeel! Wat was dat uitzonderlijk goed! De bediening, zo alert! Alles werd eraan gedaan om je op je gemak te voelen! De ligging, het gebouw. Eten was uitstekend!

Cons:

De stoelen restaurant niet zo comfortabel.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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martin • couple • gb
9
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Emily • couple • gb
8
Traditional stay in beautiful setting
Pros:

Location and setting great, beautiful exterior design, friendly and helpful staff, great choice of breakfast options

Cons:

Clean but not spotless, service was a little slow at times, sleep was disturbed due to noisy guests and noise carrying through old building

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
10
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • gb
10
Fabulous
Pros:

We had two lovely nights in this beautiful hotel for a wedding

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Matt • couple • gb
10
One the best experiences we've had at a hotel in a very long time.
Pros:

Everything was fantastic. The staff and service. The room. The building and grounds. The food. I can't say enough about it. Really hoping we can return some day.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • gb
10
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
9
With the exception of my room, my stay was a splendid experience - I'll be back!
Pros:

Superb restaurant with a nicely-balanced menu, complemented beautifully by a very well-chosen wine list - though some prices in the latter were more than a little high.

Staff were excellent - polite, knowledgeable, competent and very well-turned out

Cons:

My room, Keats, needs a complete rethink. I like to read in bed but without a headboard, this was not possible, The TV was tucked into a nook, couldn't be seen from the bed and no seating was conveniently placed for viewing - and so on. A smaller, single bed would release space to deal with these issues.

There were also far too many fripperies on the bed that all had to be removed before I could get in. This is a common fault across the hotel sector where competitive piling of totally unnecessary stuff on beds is rife!

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Gail • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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john • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

Quality of hotel sit; facilities; staff

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee