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Low season | January | Cheapest month to stay with an average 52% drop in price. |
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High season | July | Most expensive month to stay with an average 164% rise in price. |
Average price (weeknight) | £71 | Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks. |
Average price (weekend night) | £103 | Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks. |
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- If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Canterbury, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Canterbury in January and April.
- Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Canterbury if you stay on a Saturday. The opposite is true for, Friday, which is usually the most expensive day.
- Book more than 90 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Canterbury accommodation.
- The cheapest 3-star hotel room in Canterbury found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £38, while the most expensive was £308.
- How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Canterbury for 2 days.
- If you enjoy historical architecture, make sure to book a hotel next to the Canterbury Cathedral, such as the Canterbury Cathedral Lodge Hotel, which is only a 2-minute walk away. The Canterbury Cathedral is a medieval church that features Gothic-style architecture and has an extensive library that can be toured by visitors.
- Interested in learning more about this region’s ancient history? Select a hotel next to the Canterbury Roman Museum, such as the Cathedral Gate Hotel, which is located a 3-minute walk away. This museum contains artefacts related to Roman times, as well as the remnants of a Roman house that has been excavated.
- For travellers that enjoy literature, consider booking a hotel next to the Canterbury Tales, an interactive tour that educates visitors about the famous Chaucer’s tales. The Hawks Lane Lodge is a chic 4-star choice that is only a 3-minute walking from the tour’s meeting point and a 5-minute walk from the popular Whitefriars Canterbury shopping centre.
- To enjoy some of the city’s scenic green spaces, pick a hotel near the Westgate Gardens, such as the Falstaff Hotel, which is a mere 4-minute walk away. The Westgate Gardens is a large public park that contains a tree that is over 200 years old and a building from the Victorian ages, making it a popular place to both explore and relax.
- If you’re planning on visiting Canterbury with your family, select a hotel next to the Toddler’s Cove Playground, a large play structure that has many kid-friendly rides and activities, as well as exercise machines and sitting areas for adults. The Castle House Hotel is only a 2-minute drive to the Toddler’s Cove Playground and a 5-minute walk to the Canterbury East train station.
FAQs when booking a hotel in Canterbury
Hotels are safe environments for travellers as long as they properly implement sanitary measures in response to coronavirus (COVID-19). However, we recommend getting in touch with the local authorities regarding safety procedures for hotels in Canterbury. For more advice, please view our information page on what to know about coronavirus (COVID-19) and travel.
Travellers who like staying near Canterbury Christ Church University recommend The Victoria Hotel, Canterbury Cathedral Lodge and Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel.
The average price of a double room in Canterbury is £140 per night. In the last 3 days, KAYAK found great deals as cheap as £28 per night.
The Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel is a relaxed choice that is only a 10-minute walk from the Canterbury Christ Church University and offers both free parking and WiFi. The Cathedral Gate Hotel is a building located in the city centre that dates back to the 1400s and offers free street parking for guests.
The Ebury Hotel and Apartments is only a 12-minute walk from the Canterbury Cathedral and offers complimentary breakfast for guests. The Pilgrims Hotel is a modest choice that is adjacent to the Marlowe Theatre and has a daily full English breakfast.
The Premier Inn Canterbury City Centre is only a 6-minute walk from the St Martin’s Church and a 5-minute walk to the historical St Augustine's Abbey. The Turi House is a casual option that is an 8-minute walk to the church and a 3-minute walk to the Canterbury College.
The ABode Canterbury is a charming 4-star choice that is only a 2-minute walk to the Beaney House of Art and Knowledge and a 3-minute walk to the Marlowe Theatre. The Sun Hotel is a 4-minute walk to the museum and a 2-minute walk to the Canterbury Cathedral.
After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighbourhood, which allows you to pick the central Canterbury districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Canterbury city centre
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