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Swallow Chaucer Hotel, Canterbury

63 Ivy Lane, Canterbury, CT1 1TU
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Rooms from  £54.00 [42 rooms total]
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Guest Rating: 3.7 / 5 3.7 / 5

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About Swallow Chaucer Hotel hotel

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.

Hotel Facilities

General

  • 24-Hour Front Desk,
  • All Public and Private spaces non-smoking,
  • Bar,
  • Free Parking,
  • Gay Friendly,
  • Non-Smoking Rooms,
  • Parking,
  • Restaurant,
  • Terrace.

Services

  • Breakfast in the Room,
  • Dry Cleaning,
  • Fax/Photocopying,
  • Internet Services,
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities,
  • Room Service,
  • Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN.

Hotel Policies

Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

Check In / Check Out

  • You may check in from 14:00 hours onwards.
  • You must check out by 11:00 hours.

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.

To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.

Extra Charges

15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Parking

Free public parking is possible on site.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and costs GBP 10.00 per hour.

Deposit

No deposit will be charged.

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.

Payment - We accept

  • Visa,
  • Maestro,
  • Master Card,
  • American Express.
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Room information

Double Room more info

Amenities:

  • Bath,
  • Bathroom,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Ironing Facilities,
  • Shower,
  • TV,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Trouser Press,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Work Desk.

Economy Single Room more info

This room is an economy single with one single bed and en suite facilities. The rate includes breakfast.

Amenities:

  • Bath,
  • Bathroom,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Heating,
  • Ironing Facilities,
  • Shower,
  • TV,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Trouser Press,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Work Desk.

Twin Room more info

Room Interior

All rooms have en suite facilities. Breakfast included.

Amenities:

  • Bath,
  • Bathroom,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Heating,
  • Ironing Facilities,
  • Seating Area,
  • Shower,
  • TV,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Trouser Press,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Work Desk.

Executive Double Room more info

All rooms have en suite facilities. These rooms are larger than a standard double. Breakfast included.

Amenities:

  • Bath,
  • Bathroom,
  • CD Player,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Heating,
  • Ironing Facilities,
  • Seating Area,
  • Shower,
  • TV,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Trouser Press,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Work Desk.

Economy Single Room more info

Amenities:

  • Bath,
  • Bathroom,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Heating,
  • Ironing Facilities,
  • Radio,
  • Seating Area,
  • Shower,
  • TV,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Trouser Press,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Work Desk.

Double Room more info

Amenities:

  • Bath,
  • Bathroom,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Heating,
  • Ironing Facilities,
  • Radio,
  • Seating Area,
  • Shower,
  • TV,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Trouser Press,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Work Desk.

Twin Room more info

Amenities:

  • Bath,
  • Bathroom,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Heating,
  • Ironing Facilities,
  • Radio,
  • Seating Area,
  • Shower,
  • TV,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Trouser Press,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Work Desk.

Christmas Package – Double Room more info

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.

Amenities:

  • Bath,
  • Bathroom,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Heating,
  • Ironing Facilities,
  • Radio,
  • Seating Area,
  • Shower,
  • TV,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Trouser Press,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Work Desk.

New Year Package – Double Room more info

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.

Amenities:

  • Bath,
  • Bathroom,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Heating,
  • Ironing Facilities,
  • Radio,
  • Seating Area,
  • Shower,
  • TV,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Telephone,
  • Toilet,
  • Trouser Press,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Work Desk.

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.

*Directions included in email booking confirmation

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