Howfield Manor Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (1785 reviews)
Howfield Lane , Canterbury , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great breakfast
Peaceful location
Cons:
Small shower pressure
Small rooms available

Categories

Cleanliness
8.49
Overall positive mention of cleanliness in reviews.
Service
8.96
Repeatedly noted as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.5
Location praised for peace and quiet, although transportation was mentioned.
Room Quality
7.95
Comments about small sizes and specific issues with pillows.
Amenities
8.48
Standard amenities with some comments on internet access.
Value for Money
8.94
Considered excellent, especially for the breakfast and overall experience.
Food and Beverage
8.99
Food quality praised, especially for afternoon tea.
Overall Experience
8.46
Positive experiences noted overall, moderate detractors.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 09:16

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Picturesque Surroundings and Traditional Furnishings

Fresh Local Cuisine in a Historic Setting

Experience the historic charm of Howfield Manor Hotel, nestled among picturesque hills and fruit trees. With 5 acres of gardens, enjoy the tranquil surroundings just 2 miles from Canterbury. Each of the 15 traditionally furnished rooms offers modern amenities like free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. Indulge in freshly cooked French-style cuisine made with local ingredients in the historic restaurant. Explore the nearby historic attractions of Canterbury, including ancient Roman structures. Book your stay now to immerse yourself in history and relaxation at Howfield Manor Hotel.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • 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 not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 17 years old and over stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    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

8.6
Based on 1785 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.49
Service: 8.96
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 7.95
Amenities: 8.48
Value for Money: 8.94
Food and Beverage: 8.99
Overall Experience: 8.46
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Nadine • couple • fr
8
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Marta • couple • es
8
Pros:

Desayuno muy bien y el sitio espectacular con mucho encanto

Cons:

Había bastante polvo en el ventilador de la habitación. La cama no era cómoda

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Val • couple • gb
5
Was short and sweet
Pros:

Location was good - setting was lovely

Cons:

The shower was a nightmare - the shower head kept falling so water was splashing onto the taps rather than the usual arc - the water pressure was so low took forever to rinse my hair

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • couple • au
10
Simply wonderful
Pros:

The most iconic accommodation with nice staff. We had the best time!!

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • gb
7
Lovely place but check before if they have any functions on.
Pros:

Lovely place great location for Canterbury

Cons:

Lovely place and grounds but they are a function hotel so they have proms weddings parties frequently. There is a permanent marquee erected in the grounds next to the hotel. We stayed for two nights hoping for a quiet relaxing weekend and to visit nearby Canterbury. We were told on arriving there would be a prom on the first night and it would finish at 10.30 so we thought ok fair enough. It went on much later. The next night on returning from a day out there was another party which we were not warned about. This was an adults birthday party with kids running around the grounds and the music didn’t finish till midnight. I brought ear plugs but could still hear the thump of the music. The following morning the lovely gardens was sadly strewn with rubbish and broken beer bottles. We complained to the manager that we were not given the courtesy of being notified of any parties. If booking here ask before if you want a quiet stay. It is a lovely place and comfortable and food is good. I have nothing against people enjoying and celebrating but would have been nice to know before hand, we went home knackered not refreshed.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Ralf • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
7
Nice and Convenient
Pros:

Close to Canterbury city centre. Nice historical building. Clean and tidy.

Cons:

My bed was not very comfortable.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Olena • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Loud music at 12pm

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Great location great staff fantastic food

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Astrid • couple • at
6
Cons:

Essen u Getränke zu teuer!

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Chandravadan • solo_traveller • gb
5
Was pricy for what was offered.
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

We were really looking forward to having breakfast but was very disappointing what was presented.
No fruit salad left and they had old bruised 1 pear, 1 apple and 2 overripe soft bananas. Asked for more but were told they don’t have any. Cooked vege breakfast wasn’t a buffet, had to order and only allowed like I of each egg,tiny beans, 1 mushroom, 1 tomato, 1 sausage and 1 hashbrown. And had to ask for more tea as that also wasn’t on help yourself!

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
10
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Oli-04 • couple • de
1
Lautes Hotel am Wochenende Partys, am Wochenende nicht buchen !
Pros:

Service Personal war freundlich, konnte uns aber nicht helfen, buchen Sie diese Unterkunft nicht am Wochenende, es finden, ohne Mitteilung an die Hotelgäste, sehr laute Partys statt !

Cons:

Keine Informationen an Hotelgäste über stattfindende große Partys,
Booking sollte das Hotel am Wochenende für Hotelgäste nicht zur Verfügung stellen !

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • extended_group • de
9
Gute Adresse für einen ersten Stopp in UK - auf ruhige Zimmer bestehen!
Pros:

Ein schönes Landhaus, wie man es sich vorstellt. Sehr freundliches Personal. Leckeres Frühstück.

Cons:

In der Unterkunft finden vor allem an den Wochenende große Feiern statt, vor allem Hochzeiten und Geburtstage. Man sollte deshalb bei Buchung nach einem ruhig gelegenen Zimmer fragen. Es war während unseres Aufenthalts bis Mitternacht sehr laut! Nicht gerade angenehmen, wenn man einen sehr langen und anstrengenden Tag hatte und nur schlafen will.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Chris • extended_group • gb
8
Excellent location, welcoming staff, lovely surroundings.
Pros:

The staff are amazing - made us feel very welcome. Food very tasty, Room clean and cosy.

Cons:

Unfortunately, there was a school prom event being hosted at the time. Although this didn't cause any disruption to the service we were offered, the noise was very intrusive and lasted past 2300.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Annette • couple • nl
9
Mooi verblijf in prachtige accommodatie
Pros:

Prachtige accommodatie in een fantastische omgeving

Cons:

Douchegordijn

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • family_with_children • gb
7
Beautiful grounds. Lovely clean room
Pros:

Picturesque and beautiful

Cons:

No warning of a function the night of staying. Was quite loud and next to our room unfortunately, normally this would not be an issue as we love a good party but after a long day out exploring I wasn’t aware and probably wouldn’t have booked it had I known beforehand that’s all.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Maryna • solo_traveller • ua
10
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • nl
8
Fijn verblijf op mooie locatie en zeer vriendelijk personeel
Pros:

Prachtige locatie, zeer vriendelijke mensen, prima eetgelegenheid!

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee