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The Five Bells

3.5 star property
Inn with free parking, near St. Mary the Blessed Virgin Church

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Bar (on property)
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Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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The Cross, Lower Street, Eastry, Sandwich, England, CT13 0HX
  • Place, St. Mary the Blessed Virgin Church
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Betteshanger Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Royal St George's Golf Club
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Double Room (Double Spacious Room / Family) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Double Room (Double Spacious Room / Family)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Sandwich

St. Mary the Blessed Virgin Church is within 2 miles (3 km) of The Five Bells while other popular attractions such as Barnsole Vineyard are within 3 miles (5 km). This 3.5-star inn has 3 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • St. Mary the Blessed Virgin Church - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Betteshanger Park - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal - 14 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Royal St George's Golf Club - 17 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 19 min drive - 13.4 miles

Getting around

  • Sandwich Station - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whitemills Wake & Aqua - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ossies fish & chips - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Time & Tide Taphouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Five Bells - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The New Inn - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Five Bells

Inn with free parking, near St. Mary the Blessed Virgin Church
The Five Bells features free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and an arcade/game room. There's free parking if you drive. Dry cleaning/laundry services make packing light an option. Additional amenities include barbecue grills and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include electric kettles and wardrobes or closets.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 5.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5.0 per stay

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

Five Bells Hotel Deal
Five Bells Hotel
Five Bells Deal
The Five Bells Deal, Kent
Five Bells Inn Deal
Five Bells Inn
The Five Bells Deal Kent
Five Bells Inn Sandwich
Five Bells Sandwich
The Five Bells Inn
The Five Bells Sandwich
The Five Bells Inn Sandwich

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Five Bells?

The Five Bells provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around The Five Bells?

This inn is located in Sandwich, close to Royal St George's Golf Club, Wingham Wildlife Park, and Deal Beach. You'll also find Betteshanger Park and Barnsole Vineyard within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Five Bells?

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

Does The Five Bells have a casino at the property?

No, The Five Bells doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Five Bells?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Five Bells?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include bathrobes.

Does The Five Bells have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Five Bells have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Five Bells doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Five Bells allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Five Bells.

Are there connecting rooms at The Five Bells?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Five Bells?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Five Bells.

Reviews

The Five Bells Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 93 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

Lovely Olde World stopover.

Lovely olde world pub-restaurant. Excellent food, both breakfasts and evening meals.This is a real heart of the community pub, with lots going on, including a Petanque match, when we were there. Check-in at the bar was easy. The service was very friendly and excellent throughout. A well stocked bar, including a local beer, 'Gem' by name and 'Gem' by nature. The en-suite double room was clean and comfortablebut you are better off relaxing in the bars downstairs, where there was two dining lounges and a dedicated sports TV room.Sitiuated in the historic, lovely village of Eastry, just over 10 miles from Dover.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M R

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

Home away from home vibes

We've have never stayed somewhere that's made us feel more welcome. The food is good. The staff are lovely and go well out of their way to help and make you feel at home. The locals are friendly. What more could you want?
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Right from Check-in, Mary and her staff made me feel very welcome. Mary was very helpful at every turn even going above and beyond. The room was very good size and very clean. Perfect place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a lovely location and friendly staff and locals, who were easy to talk to and very engaging.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Friendly pub, cosy room

Check in was professional and friendly, bar staff showed me my room and explained everything well. Room and bathroom are tired, but adequate. The bed was really comfortable. Overall cosy room. Pub is nice with lots of friendly locals and tourists. I stayed on curry night which was greay value for money. Nice home made style curries. Only shame was no TNT sports to watch the football. In the morning breakfast was a good english breakfast. Only bug bear was the weak coffee. I had a flat white the evening before and it was dish water from a machine. I would certainly stay again, food was good and staff are great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Warm welcome at the Five Bells

I received a warm welcome throughout my two day stay; service was consistently excellent and friendly. My room (the family room) was extremely spacious, comfortable and spotlessly clean, equipped with everything I needed. I heartily recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miss Siobhan

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Excellent

Fantastic hotel, very friendly staff. Understanding owners who bent over backwards to accommodate my changing dates due to work commitments.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

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

Visiting Dover

Another room found on the fly based on reviews and was a great find! Room was clean and comfortable. And although the bathroom was shared, they provide robes for your comfort. Breakfast is included & was cooked perfectly! Staff is friendly. Recommend staying here if you’re sightseeing around the Dover area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Excellent pub and accommodation

Accommodation, food, wine choice, staff were all excellent. Our room met our requirements. One small thing that we appreciated was that the bottom sash window had not been painted shut like so many others we've visted. Eastry is an excellent place to park your car and use public transport to visit Deal, Sandwich, Dover and Canterbury relieving the need to drive and find parking
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm hosts and clean. Great food and pub atmosphere. Perfect for a one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Angelique

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

Classic local, in a lovely village.

It was a very clean, cosy room, and tastefully decorated. The hospitality tray was nicely displayed. While the bathroom (very clean and roomy) was private it is not ensuite; it required going into the hallway a short distance and up a step. Not a problem unless one needs night time visits. Luckily the light switch for the hallway was easily at hand. The staff was very friendly, very together as a unit, and the whole pub is truly local and buzzing. Surprisingly, the pub noise did not filter upstairs, which felt very private.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lester

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

All good but no Wi-Fi

I have nothing to complain about apart from the Wi-Fi there is not any and it wasn’t me as I was travelling with colleagues. When you’re on business away from Home, this is absolute necessary part of your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, friendly welcome and service. A bit faded glory in our bedroom with uneven flooring. We did find the separate bathroom a bit inconvenient during the night. Otherwise good food and good value.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area and the pub b&b was lovely the staff were extremely friendly and professional the locals who used the pub were very friendly and helpful would highly recommend a stay there thank you so much
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Genuine old pub realky good food and pleasent place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant

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

Lovely pub and staff

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Charles

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Friendly place. Made me relaxed. Unfortunately very limited parking and WiFi not great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really lovely stay with great food and service. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Fantastic stay!

Fantastic stay! Parked out front, nice room, very comfy bed, no noise after pub hours, staff friendly as you could ever want! Had a great sleep and woke up to a fantastic full English included. Great gas/boiler shower in a separate bathroom a few feet away (only the twin I believe has a separate bathroom), and even gowns provided. Food was great, and very happy they had some 0% beers and cider and gin, as I’ve given up booze lol. A real gem of a place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023