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ABode Canterbury

4.0 of 5
30-33 High Street, Canterbury CT1 2RX, England
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ABode Canterbury
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Peterborough, United Kingdom
Contributor
17 reviews 17 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

I stayed here on business in May 2013 several good points and several bad the good first. Location is right in the middle of canterbury - so great for tourist reasons and hotel rooms are clean and tidy. the bad points the beds are very, very soft, in fact so soft they gave little support, and i actually thought it... More

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CanterburyAB, General Manager at ABode Canterbury, responded to this review
May 21, 2013

Thank you for your review. The beds are hand made vi spring beds which are soft my design. I will review the mattress within the bedroom as we have just had to replace a mattress within a bedroom as a section of springs had collapsed. I am sorry for the poor levels of service at breakfast and the inappropriate comment... More

Broadstairs, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

Went here for birthday and was given a complimentary upgrade when we arrived, which was a lovely surprise. The room was beautiful and the stay very comfortable. The breakfast was also very nice, lots of choice.

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London
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157 reviews 157 reviews
29 hotel reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
66 helpful votes 66 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

We stayed here for the night and went to the stunningly good Michael Caines restaurant. Service in the hotel was excellent. The room was clean and functional but perhaps just a little disappointing for the price. The bathroom needed to be cleaned a little more thoroughly but the room in general was good and I would return to stay here... More

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Switzerland
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32 reviews 32 reviews
31 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

We recently stayed at this hotel and were given Room 103 right next the the lift shaft. The noise was terrible and it was almost impossible to sleep until the early hours, well, after everyone had arrived safely back at the hotel and the lift was then quiet !!! There was also a lot of noise from outside too but... More

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CanterburyAB, General Manager at ABode Canterbury, responded to this review
May 21, 2013

Thank you for your review. I am sorry that you did not have a peaceful night sleep. All the food for the Old Brewery Tavern is prepared fresh at the hotel. We have just launched our new spring/summer menu on the 9thy May and have received wonderful feedback. Best wishes Declan More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

The rooms were lovely , very clean, modern and spacious. The hotel itself was very stylish and the breakfast was superb. The service was brilliant. The only fault I had was that there was a wedding at the hotel on the Saturday and the place was full of wedding guests, every lounge area and seating area had guests in throughout... More

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

Stayed here recently, and have done several times in over the past years. Really like the hotel- it's central, friendly, good food, and comfortable but this time it just seemed a bit 'off'. As the car park was full I was directed to the nearest one that the hotel uses - a good ten minutes walk. Fine as I dropped... More

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Rochester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

Stayed in this hotel on two occasion,in both a standard room and a suite. Both rooms where fantastic and have great bath rooms. The suite was absolutely stunning with a glass bathroom and the roof terrace was a great treat with views over the roof tops of Canterbury. Staff where friendly and extremely helpful. Have eaten in the restaurant and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013 via mobile

We were invited to a friends 50th birthday meal. We were greeted on arrival with attentive staff in the bar area. We were then directed to have Champagne in the cathedral room. The waitress was lovely. Taking photos for us and nothing seemed too much trouble. After drinks we were taken to "The Chefs Table" a lovely room with a... More

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Budapest
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

My wife and I stayed at this top priced hotel in the very central area of Canterbury with the cathedral only 150 m away . The location is excellent .....although it is probably best to avoid street front rooms as the area is noisy. Our room was at the back overlooking a bleak car parking area. The room was quite... More

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CanterburyAB, General Manager at ABode Canterbury, responded to this review
May 21, 2013

Thank you for your review. I am sorry that you did not enjoy breakfast. The restaurant can accommodate 75 guests which I do feel is sufficient for breakfast but I do accept that at weekends from 9am the restaurant can become busy. I have discussed your comments relating to the quality of the toast and with the restaurant manger. Thank... More

Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

I went here with friend for my birthday last year, it was quite posh but quality all the way. Very friendly staff and although small portions the food was divine. Will certainly be returning. A little expensive but well worth the prices, if you're on a budget perhaps try the lunch 'taster' menu.

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What travelers say

  • High Street(29)
  • Car park(24)
  • Very good(20)
  • Champagne bar(10)
  • Reception staff(10)
  • Desirable room(9)
  • Friendly and helpful(7)
  • CUSTOMER SERVICE(6)
  • Parking space(3)
  • Only negative(3)

Additional Information about ABode Canterbury

Address: 30-33 High Street, Canterbury CT1 2RX, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > South East England > Kent > Canterbury
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Luxury Hotels in Canterbury
#5 Romantic Hotels in Canterbury
#7 Family Hotels in Canterbury
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
ABode Canterbury is a stylish boutique hotel that has been beautifully designed and refurbished, maintaining the old wooden beams and traditional fabric of an ancient and historic building while adding contemporary design features and modern comforts, with understated British style. With its central location, within the ancient city walls and only minutes away from Canterbury Cathedral (a World Heritage Site), Abode Canterbury is the perfect place to visit the city and enjoy the shops, historic sites and traditional architecture.There are 72 bedrooms, rated Comfortable, Desirable, Most Desirable, Enviable, Most Enviable and Fabulous. Bedrooms have been designed with a sense of luxury and relaxation so the guest can enjoy an ideal night's sleep, and wake up refreshed and rejuvenated. Bedrooms at all levels are well-equipped: trademark ABode features include Vi-Spring beds; luxury toiletries; personal DVD players and state-of-the-art LCD televisions. Some rooms have imaginative wet rooms and baths integrated into living areas; the Fabulous suite has a rooftop terrace with stunning views over the roofs of Canterbury across to the Cathedral.Michael Caines MBE and his talented team of chefs offer an incredible range of dining and drinking experiences, from superior room service or a drink in the stylish Champagne Bar to a pint and a pie or char-grilled fish or steak in the traditional Old Brewery Tavern. The Michael Caines Restaurant offers the ultimate dining experience, with delicious modern European cuisine accompanied by an exceptional wine list, served with professional yet not too formal style. ABode Canterbury is the ideal place for weddings, private parties, private dining and meetings, and any and all special occasions, whether for business or pleasure.We even have the facilities to make you feel absolutely fabulous. Why not join us for a workout in our well-equipped and comfortable residents' gym.ABode Canterbury, in the very heart of an ancient and historic city, is your home from home. ... more   less 
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