The Inn on the Lake Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Rochester Cathedral

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Lake
Spa Bridal Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
Spa Bridal Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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A2 Shorne, Gravesend, England, DA12 3HB
  • Place, Shorne Woods Country Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Jeskyns Community Woodland
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Kent Cyclopark
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Lakeside

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room, Lake View (A)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room, Lake View (B)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Family Room (B)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Triple Room

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

Bridal Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Family Room (D)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Double Room, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Spa Bridal Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Triple Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Gravesend

The Inn on the Lake Hotel places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as Rochester Cathedral and Bluewater Shopping Centre. This 3-star hotel has 76 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Shorne Woods Country Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Jeskyns Community Woodland - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kent Cyclopark - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • National Trust - Owletts - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Bluewater Shopping Centre - 9 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Sole Street Station - 6 min drive
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The George - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The White Hart (Harvester) - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Three Crutches - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪no 84 - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Inn on the Lake Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Rochester Cathedral
The Inn on the Lake Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and spa treatment rooms. A stay here includes free parking. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a terrace, a vending machine, and an ATM.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, desks, and wardrobes or closets.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

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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
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available on weekdays 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Willow Tree

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (45 inches high)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Inn Lake Shorne
Lake Shorne
Inn Lake Hotel Gravesend
Lake Gravesend
The On The Hotel Gravesend
The Inn on the Lake Hotel Hotel
The Inn on the Lake Hotel Gravesend
The Inn on the Lake Hotel Hotel Gravesend

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

The Inn on the Lake Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

As of Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn on the Lake Hotel on Dec 28, 2025 start from $56.29, excluding 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 can I see close to The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

This hotel in Gravesend is within a 10-minute walk of Shorne Woods Country Park and Jeskyns Community Woodland. You'll also find Diggerland and Rochester Castle within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

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

Is there a spa at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

Spa services at the hotel include sports massages, hot stone massages, and couples treatments.

Does The Inn on the Lake Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, The Inn on the Lake Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Inn on the Lake Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a nature reserve plus some guestrooms include lake views.

Are there hot tubs at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

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

Does The Inn on the Lake Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Inn on the Lake Hotel serves free continental breakfast at Willow Tree on weekday mornings.

Does The Inn on the Lake Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Inn on the Lake Hotel for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

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

What is the closest airport to The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Inn on the Lake Hotel is London City Airport (LCY), which is 27.7 mi away (48 minutes by car). Another top airport is London (SEN-Southend), which is around 17 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Inn on the Lake Hotel offer a deck and may feature lake views.

The Inn on the Lake Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 377 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 357 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1000 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness
The floors needed a good old clean & carpets smelled like old pub carpets along the corridor. Feels like it needs a good old spring clean to freshen things up! The bar area is too dark to see the menu, had to get a torch light from my phone. The staff were helpful & helped us with any problems although breakfast waiter had forgotten to take our order & then arrived with fried instead of poached egg (which was unfortunately overcooked!) On a good note, the view of the lake was absolutely amazing & plenty of parking onsite.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julieann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Rooms but out dated . But very clean had a downstairs room overlooking the lake that was lovely to wake up to . Food delicious and very reasonable. Would go back again. X
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

4dsys

Nice convenient hotel needs a little updating. The sink is to small the tv is to small and has no Channel guide.the furniture needs updating.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jamie

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lyndsey

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Pleasant, spacious rooms. Very dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Terrie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Lovely room view of the lake. Some areas could do with an update
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Reebok

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is a good place to stay if you have a pet and the pet will be staying in the room by itself. The carpets in the hallway were 10 years overdue for a change. As a couple, we were provided with only one bath towel and 2 other hand towels. When I called reception to ask for an extra bath towel, the Indian gentleman rudely asked men to come downstairs and get it myself. If I was asking for an unusual item or something that was a favour, I would understand. A towel is a basic necessity. The decor in the rooms were Elizabethan and the hotel had the stench of marshland. The hotel is worth £40 per night at best. The plus side is ample parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Maninder

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel, beauty surrounded us, spacious accommodation and very comfortable bed !!! Great quality linens, toiletries and fabrics made this visit a REAL JOY!! and the lakes are a glorious bonus too!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jusbir

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We will never be staying again Terrible experience Four different people asked us to leave When I had explained that I was caring for 2 disabled adults and it would take longer in the morning to leave I had emailed the hotel prior to arrival about leaving at 12 Breakfast 7-9 on Saturday Wow I will writing reviews regarding this hotel on the booking sites We will never be booking this hotel again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

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

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would of liked a bigger tv we couldn’t see it when in bed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bahram

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
the property ads in their website are far glorified as a real experience not proper bathroom toiletries very good size room but micro TV with broken remotes roadside of the hotel is very noisy due to highway just meters away but lake side is fabulous no air-conditions and ceiling fans are decorative rather than operational
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

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

Great views

Very clean, dated but alright Wonderful views
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Somewhat dated
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karl James

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bar is very small and food poor, went to bed without eating
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
THE SURROUNDINGS ARE ABSOLUTELY LOVELY, THE STAFF ARE WONDERFUL BUT THE ROOM ITSELF IS BASIC AND THE TV MINISCULE
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mrs V

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to Cyclopark being only a short drive away - hotel is a bit dated but is clean and rooms are comfy and spacious - breakfast wasn’t brilliant with choices and freedom to have croissants etc - cooked breakfast was ok though - it is a budget hotel though - lovely quiet area and great views over the lake - friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025