The Sun Hotel

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.6

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Sun Hotel in Canterbury offers interconnected rooms with city views, work desks, and free WiFi. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, minibar, electric kettle, wardrobe, and a seating area. Dining and Leisure: Guests can enjoy a family-friendly restaurant serving Spanish cuisine for lunch and dinner. The bar provides a relaxing atmosphere for evening drinks. Additional facilities include a hot tub, spa bath, and a workout area. Convenient Location: Located 95 km from London City Airport, the hotel is a short walk from Canterbury Cathedral and close to Canterbury West Train Station. Nearby attractions include the University of Kent (3.6 km) and Sandwich Railway Station (24 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Availability

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2 single beds
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1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Lisa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was spotless, large and spacious and had a lot of character. Great central location.”
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location and easy check in. Friendly staff Comfortable rooms Quirky period property”
Fede
Italy Italy
“I loved the location and the fact that the hotel is itself a town sight, considering Dickens stayed there and used it as an inspiration for his David Copperfield. The rooms are clean and tidy and the people working at El Sol restaurant downstairs,...”
Ken
Netherlands Netherlands
“What an awesome little hotel, right in the center, next to the cathedral! It's old and full of character, just as you'd hope. We loved it!”
Paul
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast was adequate for money charged for the room. Centrally located in Canterbury in close proximety to my destination for the day. Served its purpose.”
N
Netherlands Netherlands
“The hotel itself is awesome it looks cool the people are nice. Love the location. We had a great few days there”
Andrei
Romania Romania
“Interesting experience.Staff friendly, ready to help”
N
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff friendly and professional. Location is excellent near Canterbury cathedral.”
Natalia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was stunning. Full of character. The hotel is in the centre of the town, close to the cathedral. The staff was very helpful and nice.”
Elizabeth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location. Quirky hotel - the family room was perfect for myself and my friend - lots of space and very comfy beds. We didn't take advantage of the in-room breakfast, but the fresh milk in the fridge was very welcome.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
El Sol Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Spanish
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly

Facilities of The Sun Hotel

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 16:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £81 is required on arrival. That's about US$107. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

A damage deposit of £81 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.