The Dog & Bear Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (1802 reviews)
The Square , Lenham , GB
+44 1622 858219

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Comfortable beds
Good breakfast choices
Cons:
Some cleanliness issues
Food quality inconsistency

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Clean and comfortable, but some rooms may feel slightly tired.
Service
8.5
Staff were very friendly and helpful throughout the stay.
Location
8.5
Great location for visiting nearby attractions and local shops.
Room Quality
8.3
Rooms were comfortable with good amenities.
Amenities
8.3
Good amenities provided including tea and coffee facilities.
Value for Money
8.5
Generally good value, especially with breakfast included.
Food and Beverage
7.8
Breakfast quality varied; some issues reported with items.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall a very pleasant and enjoyable experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 12:03

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

The Dog & Bear Hotel, dating back to 1602, offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern comforts. Cosy Bedrooms Fit for Royalty The bedrooms, once graced by Queen Anne in 1704, boast en suite bathrooms, tea/coffee facilities, and workspaces. Pub Dining Experience Indulge in a traditional British menu and local seasonal specials at the popular pub restaurant, set in a historical bar with open fires. Convenient Location Situated in Lenham's village square, the hotel provides easy access to Maidstone, Harrietsham Railway Station, and the M20 motorway. Immerse yourself in history and comfort at Dog & Bear Hotel.

To experience the historic charm and modern comforts of Dog & Bear Hotel, book your stay now.

Important information:

Smoking and non-smoking rooms are available.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1802 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 8.5
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 7.8
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Franco • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • gb
9
very good -perfect location for us
Pros:

Excellent food and friendly staff

Cons:

Bathroom a little tired

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • au
8
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Eduard • couple • nl
8
Een goed hotel met een uitstekende ligging in Lanhem!
Pros:

Het ontbijt was uitstekend. Het personeel heel erg vriendelijk!

Cons:

De kamer had een tapijt met vlekken, verder was de kamer schoon. De bedden waren prima!

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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nel • solo_traveller • nl
9
Pros:

Sfeervol, goede keuken, uitstekend ontbijt en een eigen p plaats

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Altmeyer • couple • de
8
Das alte England, wie man es gerne sieht.
Pros:

Das Hotel ist im Ursprung etwa 400 Jahre alt, aber natürlich stets erweitert und modernsiert worden. Man merkt es deutlich an den "schiefen" Zimmern. Keine geraden Böden. Hat aber seinen Charme. Die Zimmer sind schön eingerichtet, alles passt zueiander.

Cons:

Wir waren dort von Samstag auf Sonntag und da das Zimmer zum Marktplatz hin war, nahm man am Saturday Night Fever eines kleinen Ortes teil. Gegen 23:00h wurde es aber ruhig. Der Preis ist natürlich mit etwa 170 € kein Sonderangebot. Allerdings mit Frühstück. In Zukunft wird die Übernachtungssteuer wohl noch einmal etwas zulegen und man muss sich überlegen, ob man das zahlen will.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Dennis • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

A lovely place to stay, convenient for visiting both Leeds Castle and Canterbury. The staff were very friendly and helpful; nothing being too much trouble. We didn't eat in the restaurant as we were meeting friends but if the dinner menu is as good as the breakfast's we'll certainly be eating there on a return visit.
Thank you for a lovely stay.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Katharina • couple • de
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Frances • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good stop near the channel tunnel
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Oldenburger • couple • nl
1
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Jos • couple • nl
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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robert f • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Good hotel. Pleasant atmosphere. Good food.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Simon • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great staff, great atmosphere, a warm and welcoming team.
Pros:

I thought all the staff were excellent, especially the bar staff. They were very professional but also very welcoming and friendly - there was a great camaraderie amongst them and you could tell that they enjoyed working there and engaging with both guests of the hotel and regulars visiting the bar. It created a great atmosphere.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Dorothee • extended_group • de
8
Sehr gute Übernachtungsmöglichkeit auf dem Weg nach Cornwall oder Wales.
Pros:

Schöne Zimmer, bequeme Betten- perfekt zur Autobahn. Sehr nettes Personal. Pub mit köstlichem Essen. Wir waren schon etliche Male dort und kommen immer wieder gerne hin.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Ed • couple • nl
8
Leuk hotel in een dorp dat meer verdiend qua toerisme dan het nu is. Prachtige historische huizen maar overal lijkt er v
Pros:

Het is een heel leuk hotel om te zien, maar het interieur vertoond wat achterstallig onderhoud

Cons:

Het avondeten was niet om over naar huis te schrijven, dit hotel zou met iets meer aandacht daarvoor en een opknapbeurt van de kamers veel beter scoren

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • de
10
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Carpets • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Location excellent, good beer, excellent food and a friendly atmosphere.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • gb
6
Winter getaway yes to hot in summer and rooms hear all the noise
Pros:

Cute pub

Cons:

Rooms no ventilation bed not very comfortable very noisy

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Friendly staff. Comfortable and spacious room.

Cons:

Bathroom could do with updating.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • couple • gb
10
Refreshing
Pros:

A lovely room and perfect roast dinner

Cons:

Absolutely nothing

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee