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10 of Kent's Most Romantic Hotels, UK

10 of Kent's Most Romantic Hotels, UK

Kent really does have everything – it’s no wonder the conquerors wanted to settle here. With historic towns like Canterbury, Sandwich and Royal Tunbridge Wells, a wild coastline and green and verdant countryside dotted with oast houses, the Garden of England is a truly magnificent spectacle all year round. And certainly a great choice for a romantic mini-break, if that’s what’s brought you to our Guru’s recommendations for 10 of Kent’s Most Romantic Hotels.

Our Gurus have worked hard: testing the sea air and sampling local cuisine in sea-view restaurants, strolling amongst beautifully landscaped gardens, testing the water in spas and hot tubs, comparing views of the Weald and generally working out just how romantic each of Kent’s most romantic hotels are.

For a romantic escape

For a romantic escape from London, Rowhill Grange is the perfect pick. As well as a good range of luxurious rooms and suites (you'll find something for most budgets), there's a great restaurant and lovely grounds. But the piece de resistance is the award winning Utopia Spa, where facilities include hot tub, sauna, steam room, indoor pool and Japanese pool with underwater massage jets. Plus there's numerous treatments rooms (two for couples) and a huge range of pampering therapies on offer.
If you’re planning a mini-break in Canterbury, then stay at 7 Longport, a lovely one room B&B with two family sized cottages. The interiors are stylish and you’re close to all the local highlights.
Or how about the historic setting of Hever Castle for a romantic tryst? This stunning property operates a luxurious B&B in the grounds of the Castle. Book one of the rooms with a freestanding tub for a real treat.

For a Country House Hotel

Thurnham Keep is a grand Edwardian country house B&B with just three rooms. Inside the detail is impeccable and beautiful, and outside there are views of the Weald. You’re just five miles from Leeds Castle, plus there’s a pool, tennis courts and a croquet lawn.
Chilston Park is a classic country house hotel set amid 22 acres. There are 53 rooms and the decor is traditional, with some very nice antiques. You’re just three miles from Leeds Castle.

Kent’s Most Romantic Seaside Hotels

Recently refurbished, Albion House in Ramsgate is now a rather magnificent, yet modern, 14 room hotel. elegant and spacious, there’s a magnificent bar with sea views and an exquisite menu. Log fires and afternoon tea available when applicable.
Just down from Folkestone, the Romney Bay House is a 1920s built mansion built on an unspoiled and quiet stretch of coast with superb views over the English Channel. There are ten traditional rooms, a restaurant and bar, a library, a games room and a first floor lounge with a telescope.

Kent’s Most Romantic Hot Tub Hotels

Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa is a Georgian manor house turned 38 room country house hotel. Set on 12 beautiful acres, the hotel has plenty of space to provide excellent facilities as well as rural views. There’s a 2 AA Rosette rated fine dining restaurant, a creche and an excellent spa and health club.

If Brandshatch Place appeals you might want to consider our Guru’s complete list of the best hotels with hot tubs in Kent.

For Great Value

From around £85 per night you can also stay in the The Linen Shed in tiny Boughton-under-Blean, near Faversham. A pretty, vintage-laden, three room B&B, with decor that borrows from the popular French farmhouse style and that of New England, the guestbook is full of rave reviews about the breakfasts, so don’t forget the second B…

If you haven’t found your idea of Kent’s most romantic hotels on our Guru’s list of 10 of Kent's Most Romantic Hotels you could:

Consult our Ultimate Guide to the Most Romantic Hotels in the UK? or our list of 66 of the Most Romantic Hotels in the South East of the UK?
Or you could browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Kent, our Guru’s collection of the best hotels with hot tubs in Kent or the best B&Bs in Kent
Alternatively, you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.
- Rowhill Grange Hotel & Utopia Spa Wilmington, Kent 38 rooms from £199
  
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  Exclusive offer  -  40% OFF
  Spa breaks  -  The superb Utopia Spa boasts two pools (one with underwater massage jets and fountain), plus hot tub, steam room & much more
  Romantic Break  -  Good range of rooms & suites, superb spa and award winning dining: ideal for a romantic getaway
  Spa  -  The all-singing-all-dancing Utopia Spa is luxurious and provides to all the pampering you can imagine
  Sights nearby  -  There are several historic castles close by including Hever and Rochester Castles
  
  Romance reigns at this luxury country house hotel in the Kent countryside. Within easy reach of London and just 5 minutes from the M25 contemporary Rowhill Grange boasts two indoor pools in its stunning spa, plus bar and excellent restaurant; the ideal spot for a relaxing stay with friends. See More
  
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- Hever Castle B&B Edenbridge, Kent 25 rooms from £190
  
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  Country Escape  -  Stay within the grounds of an imposing British Castle. The very finest of country escape.
  Sights nearby  -  Take a tour of Hester Castle the childhood home of Anne Boleyn.
  Great walks  -  Stroll through the castle's beautifully manicured gardens.
  Four poster beds  -  For romantics.
  Recommended by  -  Sawdays
  
  A luxurious B&B situated in the grounds of the impressive Hever Castle, former home of a number of royals. Individually designed rooms are traditional in style with chintz fabrics, fireplaces and antique furniture. The best have free standing baths. The ideal choice for a weekend getaway. See More
  
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- Thurnham Keep Nr Maidstone, Kent 3 rooms from £120
  
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  Garden  -  Attractive outside space.
  Romantic  -  Good for couples.
  Great walks  -  The North Downs Way is just behind the house
  Sights nearby  -  5 miles from Leeds Castle
  Recommended by  -  Good Hotel Guide
  
  Grand Edwardian country house b&b, with beautiful interiors, gardens and views over the Weald. A great rural escape, especially in summer, with pool, tennis, croquet. See More
  
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- Romney Bay House Kent 10 rooms from £70
  
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  Golf  -  Littlestone Golf Club, an 18 hole Championship Links Course next door.
  Sights nearby  -  Leeds & Bodiam castles are within easy reach
  Birdwatching  -  Dungeness Bird Observatory
  Great walks  -  Good for walkers.
  Recommended by  -  Good Hotel Guide
  
  Ten bedroomed 1920s mansion perched on a totally unspoilt stretch of coastline, with superb views of the English Channel. This seafront hotel offers traditionally decorated rooms, a restaurant, bar, library with games and a first floor lounge with telescope. Perfect for a quiet getaway. See More
  
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- Chilston Park Maidstone, Kent 53 rooms from £109
  
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  Restaurant  -  2 AA Rosette fine dining restaurant
  Sights nearby  -  Leeds Castle is only 3 miles away
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  Great walks  -  Good for walkers.
  
  Classic country house hotel set amid twenty two acres of Kent countryside. Traditionally furnished with many period antique pieces. Ideal location for a country weekend getaway. Popular venue for weddings and business events. See More
  
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- Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa Fawkham, Kent 38 rooms from £95
  
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  Sights nearby  -  Very close to Brandshatch plus plenty of stately homes and gardens
  Tennis  -  Tennis court and squash court on site
  Restaurant  -  2 AA Rosette standard fine dining
  Swimming Pool  -  Indoor Pool
  
  Georgian manor house turned country house hotel set amid twelve acres with excellent facilities including spa, health club, creche and much more. 2 AA Rosette standard fine dining. Easy access to the channel tunnel and Kent sights. See More
  
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- Albion House Ramsgate 14 rooms from £110
  
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  Learning  -  UK’s Most Inspiring Museum, the Powell-Cotton museum in Quex House, Birchington
  Cycling  -  The Isle of Thanet is perfect cycling and walking territory
  Other Activities  -  The Summer Squall - a summer arts festival.
  Sights nearby  -  The Turner Contemporary Gallery
  Recommended by  -  I Escape
  
  Following a very recent renovation, original features of this magnificent building have now been combined with modern luxuries. Bedrooms are elegantly decorated and spacious. A magnificent bar with sea views and an exquisite restaurant menu. Log fires and afternoon teas. Seaside elegance. See More
  
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- 7 Longport Canterbury 1 rooms from £100
  
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  Local exploring  -  Ideally located in the centre of Canterbury for exploring the town and wider area.
  Sights nearby  -  Walking distance to all of Canterbury's highlights
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  Quirky  -  An experience!
  
  A lovely one roomed B&B plus 2 cottages sleeping up to 5, just a stone's throw from Canterbury's cathedral. With stylish interiors, your own sitting room and wet room, it's the perfect romantic bolthole and haven for local exploring. See More
  
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