The Dog & Bear Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (1749 reviews)
The Square , Lenham , gb
+44 1622 858219

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Free
Children allowed
Pets 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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1749 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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Brian • couple • us
8
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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MarcK • solo_traveller • nl
8
Een gastvrij hotel met grote, compleet ingerichte kamer.
Pros:

De gastvrijheid. De kamers waren groot en van alle gemakken voorzien. De prijzen waren zeer redelijk. Ik heb een prima verblijf gehad.

Cons:

De kamers waren wel aan wat onderhoud toe maar alles functioneerde.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Frank • couple • gb
10
Pros:

We and Daisy dog received a great welcome. Very comfortable beds. Great breakfast. We have stayed many times which speaks for itself.

Cons:

Coffee maker didn’t work this time but good that there is one!

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Laura • family_with_children • de
9
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Wayne • couple • gb
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Petra • extended_group • nl
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Kiki • couple • nl
8
Pros:

Ontbijt was voortreffelijk en vers. Prima pub met eten gekoppeld aan het hotel

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Friederike • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Das Bett war super. Netter pub mit gutem essen. In der mitte von Lenham.

Cons:

Zimmer 11 hat das Fenster zur Lüftung der Küche, die recht laut war. Aber um 21 Uhr war auch Schluß.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Janet • extended_group • gb
7
Pleasant hotel with good breakfast
Pros:

Nice atmosphere and comfortable beds. Good breakfast selection.

Cons:

Staff couldn’t find key to our allocated room ( we had 2 rooms booked as accompanying an elderly relative). Different room offered. Comfortable twin but unable to lock the door despite staff trying to repair it. Had to put a chair against the door which was far from satisfactory. Bathroom door would not lock either. We did feel quite vulnerable.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Selwyn • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Situation in a Kentish village . Food and drink available on site . Parking on site . Lovely staff .

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Laurella • couple • gb
9
A good overnight stay in Lenham
Pros:

The hotel is in the heart of Lenham. Staff were friendly and the breakfast was superb. Tea, coffee and biscuits in the rooms and ample free on-site parking. We took our fan from home for the room as we knew it would be warm due to the current weather. Room was clean as was the bathroom.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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karl • extended_group • gb
9
We only stayed the one night on the way home from France. We have stayed here before and will definitely be back.
Pros:

Its location and the facilities. The food was very good and the beer was really nice.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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S. • solo_traveller • nl
8
Super leuk overnachtingshotel
Pros:

ligging, Personeel, kamer, eten

Cons:

Niets

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Martina • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • gb
9
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Sylvia • solo_traveller • nl
7
Pros:

Das Hotel hat einen schönen, gemütlichen Pub und schöne Zimmer.
Das Frühstück war hervorragend! Gutes Pubessen!

Cons:

Die Badezimmer müssen dringend renoviert werden!
Wir hatten leider Schimmel an der Badezimmerdecke!

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Romain • solo_traveller • nl
10
Gastvrij en hondvriendelijk
Pros:

Zeer vriendelijk personeel
Buitengewoon hondvriendelijk
Comfortabele kamer met patio (22)
Ruime parkeergelegenheid achter het hotel
Gunstig gelegen tov boot of Shuttle
Gezellige pub

Cons:

Eigenlijk niets

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Louise • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely hotel with lots of character,great location.
Very good breakfast.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Mesut • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee