The Falstaff Hotel in central Canterbury offers a genuine retreat with its garden sanctuary and sociable bar. The staff goes above and beyond, and the location places Canterbury Cathedral and other historic sites within easy walking distance.
Located in Canterbury, The Falstaff Hotel is in the city center and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Westgate Gardens and Whitstable Beach, while Howletts Wild Animal Park and Wingham Wildlife Park are popular area attractions. Marlowe Theatre and Canterbury Cathedral are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Visit our Canterbury travel guide
CT2 8AF, England, Canterbury, 8-10 St Dunstan Street Kent
What's nearby
Westgate Gardens
1 min walk - 0.2 km
Marlowe Theatre
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Canterbury Cathedral
7 min walk - 0.7 km
University of Kent
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Canterbury Christ Church University
12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Canterbury West Station
4 min walk
Gatwick Airport (LGW)
81 min drive
Restaurants
Black Griffin
2 min walk
The West Gate Inn (Wetherspoon)
1 min walk
Cafe des Amis du Mexique
1 min walk
The Old Weavers House
4 min walk
The Cricketers
3 min walk
About this property
The Falstaff Hotel
Upscale hotel near Marlowe Theatre
Located close to Westgate Gardens and Canterbury Cathedral, The Falstaff Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant, serves breakfast. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
Luggage storage, coffee/tea in the lobby, and coworking spaces
A 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 14.50 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Restaurant
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
Coworking space
Outdoors
Garden
On a river
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Grab bar near toilet
Low-height counter and sink
No elevator
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
3 buildings
3 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Desk
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 14.50 for adults and GBP 14.50 for children
Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 15 per day
Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
Property is also known as
Falstaff Canterbury
Falstaff Hotel
Falstaff Hotel Canterbury
Hotel Falstaff
The Falstaff Hotel Hotel
The Falstaff Hotel Canterbury
The Falstaff Hotel Hotel Canterbury
Frequently asked questions
Is The Falstaff Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Falstaff Hotel?
As of Mar 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Falstaff Hotel on Mar 29, 2026 start from ¥14,179, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for GBP 15 per day. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at The Falstaff Hotel?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at The Falstaff Hotel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is The Falstaff Hotel located?
Located in the heart of Canterbury, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Westgate Gardens and Marlowe Theatre. Canterbury Cathedral and Canterbury Christ Church University are also within 15 minutes. Canterbury West Station is only a 4-minute walk and Canterbury East Station is 14 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Falstaff Hotel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Lovely old Inn, room at the top of the main building was spotless. Bar and lounge areas great for a drink. Staff all very friendly. Breakfast excellent.
Only downsides were lack of evening food options and pricey car parking.
The room was absolutely stunning and the actual hotel is itself it lovely! What an amazing old building!
That being said the staff although attentive & doing their job could have a little bit more of a friendly approach, no one was rude or anything like that, but also being greeted without so much as a smile is a bit bizarre.
Would definitely stay again & recommend!
Erin
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bryan
Nov 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great stay with exceptional customer service in a spotlessly clean and central location 10/10
Bryan
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julia
Jan 21, 2026
Excellent little quirky hotel I would give it 5 stars for comfort, cleanliness and friendliness. Breakfast is super. Staff are most accommodating. My favourite hotel in Canterbury. I have stayed many times and it has always been an excellent experience. A huge thank you to all the staff ❤️
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The room was very warm and comfortable with tea, coffe, bottled water and biscuits. Check in was seemless. Beautiful bar area with cocktail happy hour 6 to 7pm and free cheese and biscuits. Breakfast was excellent eith friendly attentive staff. Would definitely stay here again and strongly recommend. Thanks for a wonderful stay 😊
Lovely room in quiet annex behind main hotel . Breakfast was good and staff nice and attentitive . Hotel is a little tired especially the toilets and bar seating area