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The Bell Hotel

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Sandwich hotel

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Guests can enjoy a tranquil evening in this charming outdoor seating area, surrounded by a historic brick building and a beautiful central tree.
Stunning staircase with classic design, featuring a handrail and ornate balusters, leading to a spacious upper landing with a balcony.
Relax in style with plush seating and a lush green plant, surrounded by classic architectural details.
Enjoy a selection of beverages at the bar, where you can sit at one of the stools and order at the counter.
Classic hotel room with a four-poster bed, bedside table, and large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
The Quay, Sandwich, England, CT13 9EF
  • Sandwich Bay Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Prince's Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Royal St George's Golf Club
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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River View Superior Twin | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

River View Superior Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double / Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Double / Twin Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room (4) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Family Room (4)

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, River View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Sandwich

In Sandwich .Stay at this Sandwich hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Secret Gardens of Sandwich and 2 miles (3 km) of Royal St George's Golf Club. Prince's Golf Club and Sandwich Bay Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Secret Gardens of Sandwich - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Betteshanger Park - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Sandwich Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Prince's Golf Club - 10 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Royal St George's Golf Club - 12 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Sandwich Station - 8 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Five Bells - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ossies fish & chips - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Brasserie on the Bay - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Time & Tide Taphouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Quay/Sandwich - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Bell Hotel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Sandwich hotel
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 3 meeting rooms available. The Bell Hotel also features a terrace, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours).

This 3-star Sandwich hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Bell Hotel offers 37 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 9.60 per day)

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant 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 continental breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 9.60 per day (49 ft away)

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. 

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Bell Hotel
Bell Hotel Sandwich
Bell Sandwich
The Bell Hotel Sandwich, Kent

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Bell Hotel to the airport?

The Bell Hotel is 74.6 mi (85-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bell Hotel?

As of Jul 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bell Hotel on Jul 27, 2025 start from $115.71, 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 The Bell Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Bell Hotel.

How close is The Bell Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 9.5 mi (23-min drive) from Margate Beach and 10.8 mi (18-min drive) from Botany Bay. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Bell Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Bell Hotel, but continental 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 The Bell Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Bell Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Bell Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Bell Hotel have a pool?

The Bell Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Bell Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Bell Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Bell Hotel to downtown Sandwich?

The Bell Hotel is 0.9 mi away from Sandwich.

The Bell Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 272 out of 529 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 529 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 529 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 529 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 529 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Georgina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

alexander

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were there for less than 24 hours. It was OK, nothing went wrong. Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Charming old hotel. The property and rooms were clean and fairly well maintained. I don't think there's an elevator. I couldn't find a thermostat in the room and the room started off pretty chilly (I was there in late February). I'm not sure if they have A/C as well, though I'm not sure it gets that hot. The room was large and the bed was comfortable. It's definitely not a business hotel. The desk was small and there were few power outlets. I would highly recommend the hotel install USB plugs near the desk and bed night stands. It's 2025 after all. I had a room on the second floor in the front of the Hotel. Event hough Sandwich is kind of quiet, there was road noise early and late. so if you're a light sleeper, request a room in the back of the hotel. The breakfast looked good. The staff was friendly. The desk clerk helped me get a taxi when I was checking out (not an easy task in Sandwich). By the way, there is no Uber. Plan ahead if you need a ride.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant stay

Really had a great check in was meet by Simone who went out of her way to help us she had our drinks brought to us in the lounge and arranged for out luggage to be taken up to our room. We had a valentine meal and everyone of the staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Damien

Traveled with partner
Great location and like many hotels of this nature - charming and dated in equal measure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service as always, friendly efficient staff. Very comfortable room. Delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kim

Dissapointing visit.

Booking in at reception was nearly 15 minutes waiting in a queue , therefore not a great start after driving nearly 2 hours. The room was adequate and the bed was comfortable. However, most parts of the hotel was very tired , with stained carpets and chipped paint work, obviously once a more grand hotel. Our meal was very dissappointing which thankfully we were charged. The bar and waiting staff were very nice however and we did enjoy our drink near the fire on such a cold night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Keith Simpson

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Great hotel...my go to in Sandwich
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly efficient staff and very helpful. Breakfast was also excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great attention to the little things

Service was exceptional, from check in to the gentleman running the breakfasts. Room was tired, but comfortable. Nice bed and lovely touches such as fresh milk, nespresso machine and great quality biscuits. Bathroom was freezing and tired, but fine and a nice warm shower. I didn’t eat in the restaurant, but based on the breakfast I wish I did. Fantastic eggs Benedict cooked to order and a wonderful selection of great quality food to pick from the buffet section. Server for breakfast was friendly, professional and incredibly efficient. Overall this hotel was great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheng, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel, simple check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Roger, Los Gatos

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lifts were invented 150 years ago!! Hotel would be better with a lift. Would also be better without getting an upset stomach 2 days in a row, from the breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and staff were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Liked: Staff & service
Bathroom floor was dirty . Felt run-down not the best considering we paid extra for our room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

MIchael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenience of the restaurant. I dont think there was a lift so a little difficult to get to a top floor room with luggage.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
River view room very comfortable. Shower good. Fresh milk provided in flask, generous amounts of tea and coffee provided. Breakfast very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Shower in room 39 had a very bad smell of mold. Fan was running when I arrived. Also, water pressure was very low and sometimes didn't even come on.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Diana

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst Hotel I ever stayed at!!!

This is the worst hotel I have ever stayed at. Hot water ran out after a few minutes in the shower, then a few minutes later all the water turned off in the shower. I complained to the management but they were really rude and ignored me totally. Since I had prepaid for the room I had no recourse. I highly recommend you not include this hotel in your offering.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024