The Inn on the Lake Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Rochester Cathedral

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Double Room, Lakeside | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Spa Bridal Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service

Explore the area

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A2 Shorne, Gravesend, England, DA12 3HB
  • Place, Rochester Castle
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Bluewater Shopping Centre
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Dockyard Chatham
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Lakeside

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room, Lake View (A)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room, Lake View (B)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Family Room (B)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Bridal Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Family Room (D)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Double Room, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Spa Bridal Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Triple Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Gravesend

The Inn on the Lake Hotel places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as Rochester Cathedral and Bluewater Shopping Centre. This 3-star hotel has 76 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Gravesend Gurdwara - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Rochester Castle - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Bluewater Shopping Centre - 8 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Historic Dockyard Chatham - 10 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Brands Hatch Circuit - 18 min drive - 11.8 miles

Getting around

  • Sole Street Station - 6 min drive
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Darnley Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The George - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nell's Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The White Hart (Harvester) - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Toby Carvery - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Inn on the Lake Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Rochester Cathedral
The Inn on the Lake Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and spa treatment rooms. A stay here includes free parking. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a terrace, an ATM, and a picnic area.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, desks, and wardrobes or closets.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available on weekdays 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Willow Tree

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (45 inches high)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Inn Lake Shorne
Lake Shorne
Inn Lake Hotel Gravesend
Lake Gravesend
The On The Hotel Gravesend
The Inn on the Lake Hotel Hotel
The Inn on the Lake Hotel Gravesend
The Inn on the Lake Hotel Hotel Gravesend

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

The Inn on the Lake Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

As of Oct 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn on the Lake Hotel on Oct 12, 2025 start from $55.94, 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.

What can I see close to The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

This hotel in Gravesend is within a 10-minute walk of Shorne Woods Country Park and Jeskyns Community Woodland. You'll also find Diggerland and Rochester Castle within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

Spa services at the hotel include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and couples treatments.

Does The Inn on the Lake Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, The Inn on the Lake Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a nature reserve plus some guestrooms include lake views.

Are there hot tubs at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Inn on the Lake Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Inn on the Lake Hotel serves free continental breakfast at Willow Tree on weekday mornings.

Does The Inn on the Lake Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Inn on the Lake Hotel for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night.

Does The Inn on the Lake Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Inn on the Lake Hotel is London City Airport (LCY), which is 27.7 mi away (48 minutes by car). Another top airport is London (SEN-Southend), which is around 17 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Inn on the Lake Hotel offer a deck and may feature lake views.