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Inner Dowsing Lightship

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Rochester with free parking

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Marina
Sundeck
Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Marina View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Traditional Apartment, Ensuite, Marina View | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels
Traditional Apartment, Ensuite, Marina View | Private kitchen | Electric kettle

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Inner Dowsing Lightship, Medway Bridge Marina, Manor Lane, Rochester, England, ME1 3HS
  • Place, Diggerland
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Rochester Castle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rochester Cathedral
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LCY-London City)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Marina View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Marina View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room, Ensuite, Marina View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, Ensuite, Marina View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Apartment, Ensuite, Marina View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Apartment, Ensuite, Marina View

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

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

  • Diggerland - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Dickens' Swiss Chalet - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Rochester Castle - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Rochester Cathedral - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • The Vines Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dig Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Coopers Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beantown Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Man of Kent - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Inner Dowsing Lightship

Guesthouse in Rochester with free parking
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

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.

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.

Is parking available on site 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 kitchenettes and marina views 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.

Does Inner Dowsing Lightship have connecting rooms?

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 with balconies at Inner Dowsing Lightship.

Reviews

Inner Dowsing Lightship Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Traveled with partner
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Traveled with family
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

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Traveled with partner
👎
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Victor

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Cristina, Òdena

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the experience! The host was terrific.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024