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Dog & Bear Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Superior Family | Desk, free WiFi
Courtyard
Front of property
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Desk, free WiFi
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar

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The Square, Lenham, Maidstone, England, ME17 2P6
  • Popular LocationLeeds Castle8 min drive
  • Popular LocationMote Park13 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Big Cat Sanctuary16 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LGW-Gatwick)62 min drive

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Desk, free WiFi

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room | Desk, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Feature | Desk, free WiFi

Feature

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Family | Desk, free WiFi

Superior Family

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Family of Four | Desk, free WiFi

Family of Four

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Maidstone

In Maidstone .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find St John the Baptist, Doddington and Leeds Castle. St Peter & St Paul Church and The Hawking Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Leeds Castle - 8 min drive
  • Mote Park - 13 min drive
  • Ashford Designer Outlet - 15 min drive
  • The Big Cat Sanctuary - 16 min drive
  • Sissinghurst Castle and Garden - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Lenham Station - 11 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bp Pulse - 17 min walk
  • Castle View Restaurant - 8 min drive
  • The Taste of Bengal - 4 min drive
  • The Pantry at Stable Hill - 8 min drive
  • The Pepper Box Inn - 6 min drive

About this property

Dog & Bear Hotel

3-star guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Dog & Bear Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Maidstone hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1602
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Dog & Bear Hotel offers 24 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekday English breakfast available for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Dog & Bear Hotel to the airport?

Dog & Bear Hotel is 59.2 mi (79-min drive) away from the London (SEN-Southend) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dog & Bear Hotel?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog & Bear Hotel on May 3, 2024 start from $89.0, 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.

Does Dog & Bear Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dog & Bear Hotel.

Does Dog & Bear Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Dog & Bear Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15.00 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Dog & Bear Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Dog & Bear Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Dog & Bear Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Dog & Bear Hotel have a pool?

Dog & Bear Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Dog & Bear Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Dog & Bear Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Dog & Bear Hotel to downtown Maidstone?

Dog & Bear Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Lenham.

Dog & Bear Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 309 out of 601 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 601 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 601 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 601 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 601 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic breakfast and spacious and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

jean

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
a bit noisy from the other rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Luke

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, friendly staff, and breakfast was great. Bathroom was a bit tired, but otherwise a nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
An amazing place with really good quality furniture fixtures and fittings let down unfortunately by not being very clean. Sink was dirty. The fan unit in the bathroom looked like it hadn’t been cleaned for literally years. At night with the lights on you could see thick dust on the wall paper and curtains. What a shame, lovely old building that’s clearly had lots spent on it but not maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edmund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Under delivering on potential.
The room was freezing cold on arrival and didn't really heat up very much at all using the radiator which was there, which I turned onto full as soon as I arrived. Cleanliness was average but the room was a 'little tired' and would benefit from new carpet and some re-touching of the paintwork etc. The bathroom was average but really needs some re-design as quite dated with some DIY looking fixings in places. The hot water took a long time to come through, which was frustrating as it meant a lot of wasted water to get it to come through warm. The meal was fine, but definitely nothing to write home about. Given the prices, it should have been better to reflect not only better value but other similar restaurants. VERY disappointing to be served a chilled bottle of red wine, which completely ruined a £30 bottle of wine. You definitely need 3 course as the portions were small. The dessert was the best part. We were served by 4 different staff at the same table none of home wore a uniform or even a logo on the t-shirt, so identifying who was staff when I needed assistance was difficult. Overall, it was fine, but there are much better options available. This could be a fabulous experience as the hotel is located in a nice location. Hopefully, this feedback will help the hotel improve and reach it potential.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timm

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been going to the Dog & Bear for many years and always find it comfortable and friendly, with good breakfast, friendly staff without being overbearing. We stay there while visiting old friends in Lenham. A special mention and thank you to Lauren.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A village hotel with plenty of character
A nice characteristic hotel in the centre of the village. All Rooms were rustic but very comfortable. The only minor issue was the menu in the restaurant which was quite limited and expensive, but what we had was very nice. The staff were extremely friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, comfortable, clean. Toiletries were excellent. Food was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023