Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Canterbury

Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel offers 53 rooms, including Classic Double, Cosy Double, Standard Twin, Standard Double, Executive King, and Deluxe King Suite. All rooms include a TV, en-suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries, and a hospitality tray with teas and coffee. The Deluxe King Suite features a separate living area, dual sinks, a walk-in shower, free-standing bath, and premium toiletries. Family rooms accommodate up to two adults and two children.

The Fountain Restaurant serves modern British dishes with locally sourced ingredients. Breakfast includes a continental buffet and hot options. The Westfield Bar offers stone-baked pizzas, main meals, and desserts, along with locally sourced beers, wines, and premium spirits. The Foundry Brew Pub, nearby, produces 16 ales, lagers, and ciders on-site.

The hotel has landscaped gardens and offers event spaces like the Marlowe & Beckett Rooms (capacity: 90) and the Cathedral Room (capacity: 150). Nearby attractions include Canterbury Cathedral (1 km), Howletts Wild Animal Park (10-minute drive), and Canterbury Golf Club (5-minute drive). Guided Historic River Tours provide views of the River Stour.

The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Canterbury City Centre and 20 minutes from Dover Ferry Terminal. Canterbury West train station is 2 km away, with direct links to London (100 km). Free on-site parking is available, and Longport Car Park is a 10-minute walk if full.

Guests can register vehicles for free parking. The hotel offers reversible air conditioning, USB radio alarm clocks, and electric kettles in rooms. The Cathedral Getaway Package includes tickets to Canterbury Cathedral. Dogs are welcome with provided beds and bowls. Business services include conference rooms with natural daylight and terrace access.