No 42 by GuestHouse, Margate

Hotels
9.5 (566 reviews)
42 High Street Margate , Margate , gb
+44 1843 261200

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful decor
Cons:
Housekeeping issues
Expensive food

Categories

Cleanliness
8.4
The room was very clean but had issues with refresh; some housekeeping was hit & miss.
Service
10
Staff were friendly and accommodating; specific mention of excellent service.
Location
10
Fabulous location with magnificent views; easy to get anywhere.
Room Quality
9.9
Rooms featured beautiful decor, practical design, and great amenities.
Amenities
9.9
Stunning amenities, including a complimentary pantry and record player.
Value for Money
8.9
Too expensive for the offer due to several minor issues; overall enjoyment but room for improvement.
Food and Beverage
8.9
Good meal experiences but noted some disappointing dishes.
Overall Experience
10
Overall an exceptional hotel experience with a few minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 11:28

Property Description

Beachfront Luxury Accommodation
Located in Margate, No 42 by GuestHouse offers a 4-star experience with a terrace, restaurant, and bar overlooking the beautiful beachfront. The hotel's proximity to The Bay Beach and Walpole Bay Beach makes it an ideal choice for beach lovers.

Comfortable Rooms and Helpful Service
Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a desk, ensuring a comfortable stay. The reception is always ready to provide assistance and information to make your visit memorable.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions
With Sandwich Railway Station just 17 km away and Sandown Castle within reach at 23 km, No 42 by GuestHouse is perfectly situated for exploring the area. Don't miss the chance to visit Granville Theatre, only 7.7 km from the hotel.

Book your stay at No 42 by GuestHouse, Margate for a beachfront retreat with top-notch amenities.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LGW

Property Policies

  • Groups

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

  • Internet

    No internet access available.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 20 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for £25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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

9.5
Based on 566 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.4
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.9
Amenities: 9.9
Value for Money: 8.9
Food and Beverage: 8.9
Overall Experience: 10
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Vivi • couple • no
8
Pros:

Veldig hyggelig personale, nydelig rom, super plassering.

Cons:

Savnet aircondition siden det ble veldig varmt.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • extended_group • gb
10
Great stay. Will be back
Pros:

The sweet and snacks station was a lovely extra touch

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Garry • couple • gb
7
Nice, great location, stunning roof bar, would not stay again due to the cost
Pros:

Location was great, rooftop bar excellent. Rooms were cosy and well appointed, the pantry is a great touch.

Cons:

In terms of the cost per room per night, the hotel lacks finish and quality, 5 star cost, 3-4 star value

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Marie • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Outre son excellent emplacement, cet hôtel propose de belles prestations et un personnel agréable et efficace. Nous avons apprécié le balcon avec vue sur mer et le rooftop.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Veronika • couple • ch
10
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Louisha • couple • gb
7
Pleasant, aesthetic & comfortable but a little disappointing!
Pros:

Location, the shower/bathroom facilities & the bed! Very comfortable!

Cons:

Dear GuestHouse No.42 Team,

I wanted to share some feedback following our recent stay.

My partner and I travel frequently and stay in luxury and boutique hotels across the UK and Europe, so we naturally compare experiences against a fairly broad benchmark. Whilst there were aspects of our stay that we genuinely enjoyed, there were also several areas that left us disappointed.

The first was breakfast. As breakfast is advertised until 10:00am, I would expect the same choice and quality to be available throughout the service. Unfortunately, when we arrived later in the breakfast window there were no croissants left and very few continental options remaining. It felt as though breakfast had not been replenished, which is disappointing when guests are actively encouraged to enjoy a later breakfast. If breakfast is offered until 10:00am, there should be sufficient provisions for those choosing to dine closer to that time.

Parking was another frustration. There was no clear information provided during the booking process, meaning I had to research parking myself and send a separate email in the hope of securing a space. I also feel that charging £25 per day for parking is rather excessive, particularly when it is not made clear from the outset.

Similarly, the £30 charge to extend check-out by just one hour (from 11:00am until 12:00pm) felt disproportionate. In many luxury hotels we have visited, a modest late check-out is offered as a goodwill gesture where occupancy allows, or at the very least at a much more reasonable cost. It gave the impression that additional charges were being applied wherever possible.

I was also disappointed with the arrival experience. The only room type available when booking was a standard double room, yet despite arriving at around 1:30pm, we were advised that our room would not be ready until after 3:00pm.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Peeroozee • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Location, vibe, room all lovely. Pantry is such a nice added extra perk. Rooftop bar is lovely too.

Cons:

Price varies depending on the night you stay quite dramatically. I felt like the price for Saturday was expensive and would of wanted to have a sea facing room for the price we paid.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Sylwia • family_with_children • pl
8
We really enjoyed it.
Pros:

Property is beautiful and really well situated. Both me and my toddler loved the bathroom with a big bathtub and I really appreciated how quiet the room was and the AC. I am a light sleeper and we had an excellent night. It was also so lovely to receive beach toys for the little one on our way out. Breakfast including vegan croissants were delicious and staff was flexible to accommodate allergies.

Cons:

There was no bedding for my toddler in the cot. Have asked a member of staff but haven’t received it. My toddler ended sleeping under a towel. He still had a good night. I think the property and parents would profit from a changing station in the bathrooms.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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neil • extended_group • gb
2
Cons:

despite numerous attempts to change booking, the hotel refused and hide behind booking.com. booking.com tried to help, when it was clear we couldn’t use 2nd night, we were fobbed off by hotel with no one is in from reservations today (it was a thursday!). Very disappointing and ultimately paid for a night not used, we hotel blaming booking.com. Which was simply un true

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Zoe • couple • gb
9
Comfy and Beautiful
Pros:

Lovely hotel, with everything you need. We had the room with the balcony over the sea and it was beautiful. Bed was super comfy, the bathroom gorgeous - excellent shower. Drinks on the roof top was a highlight and the restaurant food very good quality.

Cons:

A bit of noise from the room above. We only had breakfast in the hotel once, as it was fine but not that exciting, and there are lots of other places to eat in Margate. None of this would put us off, it was a wonderful stay and we will be trying out the other guesthouses at some point.

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Ellen • couple • gb
10
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Karena • couple • gb
10
One of the best UK hotels that we've stayed at. 10/10.
Pros:

Beautiful decor, super comfy bed, gorgeous bathroom and amazing roof terrace bar.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Jan • family_with_children • nl
10
Absolute aanrader!
Pros:

De kamer was prachtig... Geweldige badkamer, bedden waren zalig en airco was een feest met buiten 30 graden plus!

Cons:

We hadden graag gegeten maar het restaurant was dicht

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Romina • extended_group • gb
9
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Alice • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Eamonn • couple • gb
10
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Tobias • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Facilities. Ambiance. staff.

Cons:

No milk for tea/ coffee in bedroom.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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LIPING • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Alastair • couple • gb
10
A wonderful stay in Margate would definitely come back
Pros:

The interiors in the room were amazing, so light and warming

Cons:

The room got a bit warm at times but with air conditioning that wasn’t an issue!

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Shannon • couple • gb
9
A beautiful hotel that I would highly recommend.
Pros:

It was a very welcoming experience from the moment you walk in. The hotel was clean and had beautiful interior that made you feel relaxed. The restaurant and rooftop bar were lovely and offered delicious food and good selection of drinks. The bed was very comfortable and room was very spacious. Private parking on the property was also a huge bonus.

Cons:

I couldn’t fault it.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee