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Dog & Bear Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Maidstone with a restaurant and a bar

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Superior Family | Desk, free WiFi
Courtyard
Front of property
Bar (on property)
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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The Square, Lenham, Maidstone, England, ME17 2P6
  • Place, Leeds Castle
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Mote Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, The Big Cat Sanctuary
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)

Room options

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Family of Four | Desk, free WiFi

Family of Four

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Superior Family | Desk, free WiFi

Superior Family

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Feature | Desk, free WiFi

Feature

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, free WiFi

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Desk, free WiFi

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

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

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Desk, free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Single Room | Desk, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

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

About the neighborhood

Maidstone

Dog & Bear Hotel places you within a 5-minute drive of St John the Baptist, Doddington and within a 10-minute drive of Leeds Castle. This 3-star hotel has 24 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Leeds Castle - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Mote Park - 12 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Ashford Designer Outlet - 15 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • The Big Cat Sanctuary - 15 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Sissinghurst Castle and Garden - 29 min drive - 18.9 miles

Getting around

  • Lenham Station - 11 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Pantry at Stable Hill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Castle View Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pepper Box Inn - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Dog & Bear Hotel

Hotel in Maidstone with a restaurant and a bar
Dog & Bear Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a meeting room. There's free parking if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and a garden.
Guests can enjoy TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Coffee makers and desks are also standard.

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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

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Dog and Bear Restaurant

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1602
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per day
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Dog & Bear Hotel?

Dog & Bear Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Dog & Bear Hotel?

This hotel is located in Maidstone, close to Leeds Castle, Kent Downs, and Kent Science Park. St John the Baptist, Doddington is also within a driving distance of 4.2 mi.

Is parking available on site at Dog & Bear Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Dog & Bear Hotel include a casino?

No, Dog & Bear Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Dog & Bear Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Dog & Bear Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a terrace at this hotel.

Does Dog & Bear Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does Dog & Bear Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Dog & Bear Hotel serves an English breakfast for a surcharge on weekday mornings at Dog and Bear Restaurant.

Will Dog & Bear Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Dog & Bear Hotel for a fee of GBP 20.00 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Dog & Bear Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Dog & Bear Hotel?

The closest major airport to Dog & Bear Hotel is London (SEN-Southend), which is about 22.8 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Dog & Bear Hotel?

No, at Dog & Bear Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.