Guest Rating: 
4.1 / 5
Looking out to sea over Broadstairs' Viking Bay, the Royal Albion has a magnificent location, on the seafront, yet also close to the heart of the town.
The Royal Albion was originally built in 1760 and Charles Dickens was a regular visitor. The famous Bleak House, Dickens' home in Broadstairs, is within sight.
The rear gardens lead out onto the town's seafront promenade, with direct access to the sandy beaches.
All of the 21 rooms are en suite and each room has Sky TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Each room has a view of the historic town or of the bay.
Wi-Fi wireless internet access is available in the entire hotel at an additional cost.
A generous and tasty full English breakfast is included in the price.
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).
Pets are not allowed.
Wireless Internet Hotspot is available in the entire hotel and costs GBP 6.00 per hour.
No deposit will be charged.
All children are welcome. All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years are charged GBP 10.00 per night and person for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 10.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Ballard's Bar and Restaurant is named after James Ballard, the owner of the hotel when Charles Dickens was a frequent guest. Lunch is available from 12:00 until 14:30 and can be served either inside, overlooking the sea or al fresco on the terrace. In the evening, the busy restaurant specialises in local seafood. The restaurant is open between 18:30 and 21:30, with bookings highly recommended. Morning coffees can be taken in the relaxing lounge area adjacent to the restaurant. The bars offer famous Kentish real ales from the Shepherd Neame brewery, alongside a wide range of wines from around the world.
