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The Bat and Ball

2.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Canterbury Cathedral
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Free daily continental breakfast
Shopping mall
Exterior
Comfort Double Room | Desk, free WiFi
Deluxe Double Room | Desk, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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163 Old Dover Rd, Canterbury, England, CT1 3NX
  • Place, Canterbury Christ Church University
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Canterbury Cathedral
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Marlowe Theatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)
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Room options

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Comfort Double Room | Desk, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

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

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Family Quadruple Room | Desk, free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Canterbury

The Bat and Ball places you within a mile (2 km) of popular attractions like Canterbury Cathedral and Marlowe Theatre. The 6 rooms at this bed & breakfast include electric kettles and flat-screen TVs and guests can enjoy free breakfast.
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What's nearby

  • St. Lawrence Ground - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Westgate Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Marlowe Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Canterbury East Station - 17 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oriole cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Two Sawyers - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Lanna Thai - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Lime Tree Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Bat and Ball

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Canterbury Cathedral
Guests of The Bat and Ball have access to free WiFi in public areas. You'll find limited parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 16-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles, desks, and free tea bags/instant coffee are other standard amenities. Change of towels 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

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 16-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

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: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers limited 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.

Property is also known as

The Bat and Ball Canterbury
The Bat and Ball Bed & breakfast
The Bat and Ball Bed & breakfast Canterbury

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to The Bat and Ball?

This bed & breakfast is located in Canterbury, just steps from St. Lawrence Ground. You'll also find St. Augustine's Abbey and Canterbury Roman Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Bat and Ball?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Does The Bat and Ball have a casino?

No, The Bat and Ball doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Bat and Ball?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Bat and Ball have a hot tub?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Bat and Ball have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Bat and Ball offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will The Bat and Ball allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Bat and Ball.

Does The Bat and Ball have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

What is the closest airport to The Bat and Ball?

The closest major airport to The Bat and Ball is London (SEN-Southend), which is about 26.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Bat and Ball?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Bat and Ball.