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Inner Dowsing Lightship

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

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Inner Dowsing Lightship, Medway Bridge Marina, Manor Lane, Rochester, England, ME1 3HS
  • Place, Dickens' Swiss Chalet
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rochester Castle
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Rochester Cathedral
    ‪5 min drive‬

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double Room, Ensuite, Marina View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Apartment, Ensuite, Marina View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Marina view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Rochester

Inner Dowsing Lightship places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Dickens' Swiss Chalet and The Vines Park. This 2-room, 3-star guesthouse has in-room conveniences like electric kettles, Smart TVs, and free tea bags/instant coffee.
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What's nearby

  • Dickens' Swiss Chalet - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • The Vines Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Restoration House - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Rochester Castle - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Rochester Cathedral - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Chatham Station - 6 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪White Hart - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Waters Edge (Hungry Horse) - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Granville Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Man of Kent - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Inner Dowsing Lightship

At Inner Dowsing Lightship, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. A stay here includes free parking.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch Smart TVs with digital channels. Other standard amenities include electric kettles, portable fans, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

Inner Dowsing Lightship Rochester
Inner Dowsing Lightship Bed & breakfast
Inner Dowsing Lightship Bed & breakfast Rochester

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Inner Dowsing Lightship?

Inner Dowsing Lightship provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Inner Dowsing Lightship?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inner Dowsing Lightship on Jun 8, 2026 start from $127, including 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 is there to do close to Inner Dowsing Lightship?

This guesthouse is located in Rochester, close to Diggerland, Rochester Castle, and Central Theatre. You'll also find Bridgewood Manor Day Spa and Historic Dockyard Chatham within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Inner Dowsing Lightship?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Inner Dowsing Lightship include a casino?

No, Inner Dowsing Lightship doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Inner Dowsing Lightship?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Inner Dowsing Lightship a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this guesthouse, including a smart TV in each accommodation plus a marina view and a kitchenette in some.

Are there hot tubs at Inner Dowsing Lightship?

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

Does Inner Dowsing Lightship have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Inner Dowsing Lightship doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Inner Dowsing Lightship allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Inner Dowsing Lightship.

Are there connecting rooms at Inner Dowsing Lightship?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

What is the closest airport to Inner Dowsing Lightship?

The closest major airport to Inner Dowsing Lightship is London (SEN-Southend), which is about 16.2 mi away. Another top airport is London City Airport (LCY), which is around 20.6 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Inner Dowsing Lightship?

No, there aren't any accommodations at Inner Dowsing Lightship that offer a balcony.

Inner Dowsing Lightship Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it. Really lovely room in a lovely location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent quirky B&B with all the essentials. Very highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
lovely location view and friendly check in
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The whole property was spotless and had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yip Shing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An extraordinary experience to live in a historical boat which was built in 1839.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Almuth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really very nice, thank you very much
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely, unique location and host was amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional accommodation

Delightful and unique stay and great setting for visiting the surrounding area. you can visit Hever castle, Rochester, Reculver fort and Canterbury Marlowe theatre. Hosts very helpful and welcoming. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Surrounding wasn't that great but its a working harbor, beautiful boat. Quite and chilled if we are down that way we will definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay,great views looking down Medway,can be a bit noisy from motorway bridge nearby,really needs to offer breakfast as its not cheap just for a bed but staying on an old boat looking down the Medway and Rochester makes the price more bearable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique and special historical accomodation,great ,ication and fine hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

We had a lovely stay, great place, really nice views and really nice host. Great breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing and unique stay, the view, the comfort and the history of the ship were all genuinely wonderful. We arrived on the hottest day of the year so far and the lovely hosts kindly ungraded us to the much larger self catering accommodation as this was much cooler and was much appreciated! Everything was just amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommend!!

Very nice stay on this lovely boat! My parents had one of the double rooms and myself and the kids had the apartment. We were made very welcome by the owners. The boat was well equipped and beautifully decorated. The kids also loved that there was a basketball hoop & football goal they could use. Everyone was happy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very welcoming and the boat was a lovely experience that we hope to repeat in the near future. Breakfast was delicious and served with a happy smile.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unique place

Unique place to stay. Owners were both very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the experience! The host was terrific.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply beautiful, as a native to the area and someone who has worked in multiple hotels in the area I have to say that this was a refreshing surprise and the entire family enjoyed their stay. From the unique setting to the warm hospitality shown by the owners, not to mention the amazing breakfast, it was a beautiful stay in a beautiful setting with comfort to equal the views. We cannot wait to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Delightful find

Very helpful check in.Good breakfast in an interesting location.A piece of history.Close to a good local pub and a nice walk into town
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I know the area really well, as I used to live nearby. The surrounding area doesn’t have a great deal to do, but if you have a car there’s plenty of choice within a few miles. I was visiting my mother, and wasn’t looking for entertainment. Fancied staying on a boat, which was good Amazing river views, especially the first night as it was 33c and beautiful to sit outside on the deck area. .
Evening views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alvyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is very different to a hotel I would say quirky very unique being the last wooden hull lightship remaining Very friendly owners who live on board warm and cosy when blowing a gale as it did when we stayed Difficult to find in the dark needs more signage to direct you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very cosy and warm, steep steps up to room and parking a few minutes walk away. A wonderful view to wake up to overlooking the river Medway. No breakfast inc and it’s not clear reading the other reviews, I think it’s overpriced without breakfast. We enjoyed our stay but I wouldn’t stay here again unfortunately. If you are a light sleeper noisy traffic in the background also. The host was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unique & Great Location!

We had a warm welcome from the moment that we got there. The room was so bright with windows/doors down to sides of the room. All that yoj would need. A lovely sun deck to to relax on and enjoy the late summer sun. Location for Rochester City center & surrounding area was spot on. In the morning the continental breakfast was really good to start the day.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accommodation. Very lovely hosts. Very good breakfast . Comfy bed. Unfortunately close to M2 bridge and rail line. Relaxing with constant back ground noise . And i would say not in a marina more a boat yard. Not a problem for us but need to be aware very steep stairs to upper deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful find. Very impressed, everything was perfect. The room was amazing, especially waking up to the views in the sunshine. Everything we needed and the room was spotless. All the little details have been thought of. The breakfast was yummy and the owners very friendly. We even had a text the evening we arrived asking us what time we would like breakfast and the options available. Such a lovely personal touch. Will definitely go back and recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024