Howfield Manor Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (1894 reviews)
Howfield Lane , Canterbury , GB

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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1894 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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Patrick • couple • gb
10
I thoroughly recommend for a quiet relaxing short break.
Pros:

The food was of a high level both in the evening and for breakfast.
The staff polite and extremely helpful. I have as a former airline pilot stayed in many hotels, and I rate this amongst my favourites. Small clean relaxing clean and comfortable.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Douglas • couple • gb
4
Disappointing
Pros:

Location and grounds.

Cons:

Lack of sound insulation between rooms. Bad lighting particularly in the bathroom. View from bedroom window was of a large marquee blocking the surrounding grounds.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Margarete • family_with_children • ch
8
Das Manorhotel hält was es verspricht
Pros:

Grosse Auswahl, Englisches Frühstück wurde frisch zubereitet, in angenehmer Lokation, sehr hübscher, englischer Raum

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Gemma • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fabulous stay and food, outstanding service
Pros:

The staff were outstanding! Great food, immaculately clean room and comfy bed, fabulous food both at dinner and breakfast. The wonderful service really made it, thank you!

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Maurice • solo_traveller • nl
8
Mooie authentieke lokatie met mooie ruime kamers en heerlijk ontbijt en goed restaurant
Pros:

Hele mooie locatie in een mooie oude omgeving en pand, allerlei verschillende hoekjes met terras en mooie tuin. Heerlijk hegeten in ‘the old well’

Cons:

Badkamer was wat gedateerd met zielig straaltje warm water

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Judith • couple • nl
8
Typisch engels sfeervol hotel
Pros:

De sfeer van het hotel. Echt engels.

Cons:

Het eten in het restaurant was matig. Het bedienend personeel was van wisselende kwaliteit en kwam soms wat gestressd over.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Mariko • couple • jp
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • gb
10
Everything was lovely....best hotel we have stayed in for years
Pros:

SUPER friendly staff...and so attentive.....shame so far away.

Cons:

Everything was lovely....best hotel we have stayed in for years

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Jacqueline • couple • gb
10
A lovely stay in a beautiful setting.
Pros:

Loved this hotel, stayed in the small double which was actually a very nice sized room and very comfortable. Lovely views to the garden and birdsong in the morning, The hotel grounds and outside seating areas are beautiful. We used the hotel restaurant for our three evening meals which were all very good and reasonably priced. The included breakfast was also very good. The onsite carpark had plenty of spaces. The staff were all very nice and we would stay there again.

The hotel is a bit out of the way so you need a car but the river walk into Canterbury is very pleasant. It is also possible to get a bus from the main road to Canterbury or Chilham but the bus stop is not clearly marked so best to ask the hotel staff.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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K.I. • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Mooi pand, Engelse stijl waar ik persoonlijk van hou. Kamer had alles wat meeste hotels wel hebben. Vriendelijke meneer bij uitchecken. Lekker gegeten, ontbijt was ook prima, keuze van de kaart, met klein buffet

Cons:

Dame die geen verstand van wijn had, kreeg witte wijn die al paar dagen aangebroken was. Of het was slechte kwaliteit. Kreeg wel wat anders, niet berekend👍. Keuze of je groot glas wijn wilt, glas is dan tot aan de rand vol. Rode wijn moet je kunnen laten walsen, dat was niet mogelijk. Basis voor wijn schenken verwacht ik toch wel een beetje. Kamer was wel beetje benauwd, was buiten 20° dus niet overdreven warm ofzo. Raam open deed niet zoveel

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Noor • couple • gb
7
Nice room, lovely staff but poor wifi
Pros:

Well located, great staff service at reception, large room, and comfy beds.

Cons:

The water pressure in the bathroom was very low (taps trickled), Wifi was non existent in the rooms and they need extenders (we mentioned this and staff told us they were aware of the issue but apparently none of the complaints were taken on board). Finally, the breakfast had only bacon and ham options (for the cold selection), and less healthy products (such as fat free yoghurt), no option of full fat milk and very few other options (eg no cheese at all). That being said, at least it was provided within the room cost so better than nothing.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • gb
3
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Ravazzolo • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Penelope • couple • gb
10
Lovely location easy access to city
Pros:

Great breakfast menu lots of choice, nothing too much trouble, staff always willing to help, ate in hotel reasonably priced varied menu.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Neil • couple • gb
9
Would happily visit again.
Pros:

Breakfast- good choice though scrambled egg seemed overcooked - maybe due to current concern re salmonella in eggs in hospitality venues???
Lovely setting, peaceful and dark curtains meant a good nights sleep.

Cons:

Shower not very forceful.

Toast for poached egg and avocado was cold.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Xavier • family_with_children • be
9
Charmant manoir aux portes de Canterbury
Pros:

Très bel hôtel installé dans un ancien manoir, à seulement cinq minutes en voiture de Canterbury, au cœur d’un magnifique parc. Le personnel est aux petits soins et toujours prêt à rendre service. Bon petit déjeuner. Atout pratique : l'hôtel dispose d’un bar et d’un restaurant tout à fait satisfaisants.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Paula • family_with_children • gb
9
Special stay
Pros:

The breakfasts were made to order and lovely. The gardens and grounds were beautiful. The staff were friendly and approachable. The old manor house was full of charm and character.

Cons:

Some stairs could have been difficult for older guests.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Mariana • couple • lu
8
Lovely hotel, great food
Pros:

The room was small and the bed a bit too soft but the view was gorgeous. The breakfast was delicious, a lot to chose from. The hotel is beautiful, with big, well tended gardens. I would definitely come back.

Cons:

The location is a bit out of town so it works best for travelers by car.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Sonja oder Axel • couple • de
7
Pros:

Es war sehr sauber und das Personal war durchweg freundlich und hilfsbereit! Das Frühstück war ok.

Cons:

Die Zimmer sind sehr in die Jahre gekommenen und brauchen unbedingt ein Upgrade. Wir zu zweit bekamen ein dreibettzimmer , was den Zugang zum Bett sehr verengte. Was mich persönlich sehr gestört hat, war die Vernachlässigung der Topfpflanzen am Eingang und auch im Garten. Das ist kein schöner Empfang für den Gast , der sich ein Manor gebucht hat.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Sydney • solo_traveller • ca
8
Loved the property, would recommend.
Pros:

The staff was so lovely and the building itself was very cool. There was a wedding going on and we couldn’t hear the party from our room, which was ideal.

Cons:

The water pressure was pretty bad and there were a couple spiders and webs throughout the room. Likely because our windows had been left open when we checked in.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee