The Dog & Bear Hotel

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Staff

9.3

Built in 1602, The Dog & Bear Hotel in Lenham offers cozy log fires, a courtyard terrace and cooked breakfasts. With free parking, Maidstone is a 20-minute drive away. The cozy bedrooms at Dog and Bear were visited by Queen Anne in 1704, and feature a private bathroom and tea and coffee facilities. All rooms have a TV and work space, and Wi-Fi is accessible throughout. The popular pub restaurant serves a traditional British menu and seasonal specials using fresh local produce. With exposed beams and open fires, the historic bar offers a selection of beverages and real ales. Overlooking Lenham’s picturesque village square, Dog & Bear Hotel is a 5-minute drive from Harrietsham Train station. The M20 highway can be reached in 10 minutes, offering easy access to London. The coast at Folkestone is a 25-minute drive from the hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

  • Free parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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See what guests loved the most:

Gary
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“The place itself. A real English Kent pub with great staff. The inclusive breakfast menu was fantastic.”
Guy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Pretty atmospheric pub with food value accomodation”
Elaine
United States United States
“The room was very hot, which I don’t blame the for in a heat wave. It was clean & comfortable. Breakfast was very nice.”
Keht
United States United States
“I love the location and staff courtesy. Breakfast was top notch.”
Stephen
United States United States
“Superb location in center of Lenham. Exceptional staff. Very nice room. The restaurant/pub was very nice.”
Jef
Belgium Belgium
“The staff is very friendly. We traveled by bike, and they made sure our bikes were stored safely. The rooms are nice, big, and clean. Value-for-money wise, this is a no-brainer when staying in the area. We would advise taking the delicious breakfast!”
Scoville
United States United States
“It’s a well-preserved inn in the middle of a quaint English village.”
Ian
Canada Canada
“Beautiful, historic pub. Great old town to explore. The food is 5 star”
Jennifer
Canada Canada
“Food was excellent. Room was spacious and comfortable; we appreciated the amenities.”
Karin
United States United States
“Very quaint. Lots of stairs, considering the age, not surprising. Delicious breakfast.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Dog & Bear Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Smoking and non-smoking rooms are available.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

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