The Wishful Thinker

Hotels
8.9 (174 reviews)
Lenham Heath Road , Kent , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Happy hour
Stand-up comedy
Free wired internet
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Spacious rooms
Great location
Cons:
Food quality could improve
Temperature control issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.7
Most reviews noted that the hotel is spotless, though some had minor concerns about room temperatures.
Service
9.5
Staff are consistently described as friendly and attentive.
Location
9.5
Reviews highlight a great location, particularly in relation to nearby attractions.
Room Quality
9
Rooms are spacious and well-decorated, despite some comments about temperature issues.
Amenities
9
Amenities were noted to be standard for hotel tier, though some guests wished for more, like a mini fridge.
Value for Money
8.5
While some guests felt the food and room rates did not justify the cost, overall value was considered fair.
Food and Beverage
7.5
Food quality received negative feedback, particularly regarding taste and value compared to the price.
Overall Experience
9.5
Overall, guests expressed a high likelihood of returning due to their positive experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 00:01

Property Description

Charming Getaway in Kent

Garden Oasis: Immerse yourself in the tranquility of our lush garden, perfect for a morning stroll or evening relaxation.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in a delightful dining experience at our on-site restaurant and bar, offering a variety of delectable dishes and refreshing drinks.

Cozy Comfort: Unwind in our well-equipped rooms featuring modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs, coffee machines, and private bathrooms.

Experience the essence of relaxation and comfort at The Wishful Thinker. Book your stay now for a memorable retreat in Kent.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

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.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 174 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.7
Service: 9.5
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 9.5
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Alexandra • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Staff who I encountered very friendly. Also gentleman on breakfast on sunday very courteous to mention the ladies who had kept me awake at 3am up and down the corridor - not his fault but acknowledging it was very kind.

Cons:

Rooms are a bit too mod con and not practical - especially for visually impaired - i.e door with a code - very hard to see especially at night - shower on off but cold/hot difficult to regulate. Mod con excitement without thought of audience and practicality.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
10
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Friendly staff

Cons:

All good

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • fr
10
Pros:

The rooms were very modern and the staff very friendly and helpful. The restaurant is really good with an excellent selection. Only wish we had been staying longer than an overnight stay.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great stay
Pros:

Such welcoming staff
We stayed Foxglove room and it was immaculate with a really comfortable bed
We had dinner in the restaurant which was really good

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Luke • couple • gb
10
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Lucy • couple • gb
9
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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katie • couple • gb
8
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Glen • solo_traveller • gb
9
Brilliant but disappointed with WiFi
Pros:

The room was great, it was big, clean, comfortable and well presented.
No noise issues

Cons:

WiFi was really poor and this impacted my stay as I’d asked for good WiFi signal

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Robin • couple • gb
9
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Hayward • couple • gb
7
Cons:

The loud humming vibration noise what starts up early and goes through to whole building but we also did hear it at night to

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • extended_group • gb
8
Almost perfect place to stay
Pros:

Lovely place nice food and pub area room was first class

Cons:

No breakfast option Monday to Thursday

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
9
Nice country place to stay
Pros:

Great large parking
Good restaurant
Nice rooms

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • family_with_children • gb
4
Pros:

Location great, cleanliness great, one member of staff v nice

Cons:

Rooms were extremely cold on arrival. One room booked was labelled a king room with a large bed so assumed this was a king size bed. In actual fact it meant an extra large room. Paid extra for this for a larger bed. V misleading. Reported this to manager on duty who was very attentive and called to say that after the weekend we would get a call and be offered a little compensation. Got no call. Called them a few days later only to be told on no uncertain terms there would be no compensation despite what had previously been said. A little gesture would have been nice after being told to expect one.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Breakfast was lovely. Dinner was okay.
Only spent one night

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Tanya • couple • de
7
Quaint location with helpful staf
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Gordon • couple • gb
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Matt • couple • gb
7
2026-01-10 • via Nuitee
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Karen • couple • gb
9
2025-12-15 • via Nuitee