Swallow Chaucer Hotel, Canterbury
63 Ivy Lane, Canterbury, CT1 1TU
Originally a private Georgian house, Chaucer Hotel stands opposite Canterbury’s ancient city walls and is a 5-minute walk from the city centre. It is close to a... more
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Hotel Description
Originally a private Georgian house, Chaucer Hotel stands opposite Canterbury’s ancient city walls and is a 5-minute walk from the city centre. It is close to all the city’s sights.
The charming hotel has an award-winning restaurant and a rich history. The Chaucer is ideal for a meeting, conference, or as a base from which to tour the beautiful 'Garden of England'. Enjoy exceptional service and a friendly atmosphere.
For meals, the on-site 63 Ivy Lane offers traditional English cuisine with a French influence. Alternatively, the patio terrace and Pilgrims bar is open from 10:00 daily and serves a brasserie-style menu.
The Chaucer Hotel has been approved for civil marriages, and has a professional and friendly wedding coordinator. The hotel is renowned for hosting business functions and conferences; the spacious Georgian rooms can meet your requirements.
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Room Details
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Double Room
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Economy Single Room
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rate includes up to 1 person
This room is an economy single with one single bed and en suite facilities. The rate includes breakfast.
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Twin Room
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rate includes up to 2 people
All rooms have en suite facilities. Breakfast included.
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Executive Double Room
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rate includes up to 2 people
All rooms have en suite facilities. These rooms are larger than a standard double. Breakfast included.
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Economy Single Room
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Double Room
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rate includes up to 2 people
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Twin Room
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Christmas Package – Double Room
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rate includes up to 2 people
24 December 2009 Mulled wine and mince pies are served in the lounge. Enjoy pre-dinner cocktails in the bar at 19:00, before the gala dinner at 19:30. Hot chocolate is served at the hotel for those returning from midnight mass. 25 December 2009 Continental breakfast includes smoked salmon, scrambled egg and bucks fizz. There is a service at Canterbury Cathedral at 11:00 (numbers are limited) before sherry and canapés in the bar at 12:30. Christmas lunch is served at 13:00, with tea and cakes served with the Queen's Speech at 15:00. A cold buffet is served from 19:00. 26 December 2009 Hot brunch buffet served in the restaurant between 10:00 and 11:00; dinner served at 19:00. 27 December 2009 Continental and full English breakfast served in restaurant. Visits to Canterbury Cathedral available throughout the day. Afternoon tea served at 15:00. Pre-dinner drinks served at 19:00, with dinner at 19:30. 28 December 2009 Continental and full English breakfast served in the restaurant from 08:00 until 10:00.
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New Year Package – Double Room
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rate includes up to 2 people
30 December 2009 Cocktails in the bar at 19:00, before dinner in the restaurant at 19:30. 31 December 2009 Continental and full English breakfast are served in restaurant. Later, pre-dinner cocktails are followed by a 6-course candle-lit dinner in the restaurant. The party then continues until 01:00. 01 January 2010 Hot brunch buffet served in the restaurant between 10:00 and 11:00; dinner served at 19:00. 02 January 2010 Continental and full English breakfast served from 08:00 until 10:00, with departure by 11:00.
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Guest Services
- General: Terrace, 24 hour Front Desk, Non Smoking Rooms, Restaurant, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Gay friendly, Bar, Parking (fee required), Free Parking.
- Services: Internet services, Dry Cleaning, Breakfast in the room, Fax/photo-copy, Wireless Lan, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Room-service.
Area Information
From the hotel you can visit the world-famous Canterbury Cathedral, experience Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, take in the sites at St Augustine’s Abbey or even take a trip up the river in a punt. Canterbury has a fabulous selection of shops, cafes and restaurants within easy walking distance of the hotel. The Chaucer Hotel is a 40-minute drive from the Port of Dover and the Euro Tunnel terminal.
Hotel Policies
Important! Policies may vary from these depending on your room, date & rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
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Cards accepted at the hotel:
- Visa, Maestro, American Express, MasterCard
- Deposit: No deposit will be charged.
- Internet: Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and costs GBP 10.00 per hour.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed.
- Parking: Free public parking is possible on site.
- Extra Charges: VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
- Children and extra beds: All children are welcome. One child under 2 years stays free of charge in a baby cot. One child under 12 years stays free of charge when using existing bedding. One older child or adult is charged GBP 10.00 per night and person in an extra bed. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
- Cancellations: If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
Directions
By Car: Canterbury is situated 16 km (10 miles) from the end of the M2. The Chaucer is in Ivy Lane, on the left of Lower Chantry Lane, on the eastern side of the city wall.
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