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Reviews of Howfield Manor Hotel 3 stars

Howfield Lane, Canterbury, CT4 7HQ, United Kingdom

#17 of 27 hotels in Canterbury

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1207 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    7.9

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  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    8.0
    Third visit. As good as ever. Lovely breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    All ok

    All ok

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    9.0
    Cozy stay in a fancy manor
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Considering the age of the building, the floors are uneven and creaking and the doors make quite some noise. Not necessarily something that bothered us, but if you're a light sleeper, you will hear the neighbors moving around.

    Interesting old-time manor in the near of Canterbury, green quiet area, peaceful gardens. The room was large, with soft beds and cozy overall feeling, the bathroom was also spacious enough. Breakfast offered enough options to choose from and we enjoyed the pancakes and the English veggie ones. Gave the right feeling of spending a night in the English countryside in an aristocratic way.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Don't think there was any heating on the room

    Breakfast was lovely freshly cooked and a jacuzzi bath which was nice

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    8.0
    Good value for the money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had an evening meal once but it was very disappointing and overpriced.

    Our room was clean and comfortable with a pleasant view of the garden. The staff were very helpful and there was a wide menu for breakfast. The hotel is well situated for exploring Canterbury and the coast.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    9.0
    Cozy stay in the middle of nature
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    One minor point of critique: one of our rooms was a little dusty.

    Friendly personnel, great location in the middle of nature. Comfortable and cozy rooms.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    9.0
    Good value, location and service
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The history of the house was extremely interesting and informative about the long history of the location. I think it would be welcomed by many guests if there was a full printed version available to take away either at no cost or for a modest sum such as 50p. A small suggestion for improvement!

    This is a very convenient location either for exploring Canterbury or as a break on the way to destinations elsewhere in Kent. The room was well equipped with the inclusion of two chairs particularly welcome. In too many hotels it is necessary to sit on the bed or a hard desk chair. The grounds offer the opportunity for short walks . The meals we had were good too.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Four Poster Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    train

    classic new with great personal

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    A very nice stylish hotel in a green and quiet environment, a bit out of city centre, but only 7 minutes away by car. I liked the old-style interiors of the manor house, even the squeaky floors, it all had a nice flair to it. Very polite staff and the best cooked breakfast I have ever had in a hotel of this category.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was slightly chilly at times as the heating is on a set timer however staff did turn it on an hour before the due time when we asked.

    Quiet space with amazing grounds

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    8.0
    Comfy bed, peaceful room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Comfy bed, peaceful room.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    8.0
    Excellent stay. Will stay again in the futurre
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Great stay. Excellent value for money. Breakfast very good. Room very good and lovely and clean Staff very attentive at breakfast. Reception staff very helpful and welcoming.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    8.0
    Perfectly did what I needed it to do.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location for my purpose. Very nice grounds. Very clean, very friendly staff!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a ground floor bedroom. It did mean that people walking around the grounds and children Easter Egg hunting ,could peer in, so we had to close the curtains at times. My only other slight niggle, was that the bar closed at 9.30 pm. After returning after a meal out, we had hoped to get a couple of drinks in before we went to bed.

    Beautiful setting and the room was clean and comfortable. Lovely breakfast with a good variety of menu.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    8.0
    Very pleasant stay, had comfy place to sleep and amazing food.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room was in the old part of the building and found it quite a way to get there through all the passages and doors. Floor was very uneven and creaked a lot. Used to a firm bed so found the bed way too soft, but managed.

    Breakfast and dinner was great, plenty of choices, well presented and very tasty. Room was comfortable and clean and had all that we needed. Nice grounds and in a quiet location, although close enough to Canterbury for a quick drive. The staff were very friendly and extremely accommodating - nothing was an issue for them. Would recommend this to others. If we go again, I would ask to stay in the newer part. Did enjoy our stay there.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    7.0
    On the whole it was good and we would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was too much grey paint everywhere and the decor was a bit soulless. The main course of dinner was delicious but the soup in particular was decidedly average.

    The service was good and although the room was small it was comfortable and the shower room was spotless if a little dated. Breakfast was good but dinner was average. We loved the location and the history of the building although the decor needed work.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    8.0
    We would return if our travels brings us to Canterbury again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little noisy from the street and coat hangers theft proof 😉

    Old school friendly and professional service, classical set up, beautiful gardens and terrace

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    9.0
    Lovely hotel just outside Canterbury.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Everything was great.

    Breakfast was lovely. The staff were nice and helpful. The location was great and the hotel was perfect for our stay.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

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    Location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Four Poster Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Everything was lovely....

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    8.0
    On tte whole very good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The receptionist / waiter was not good. He served half frozen scones in afternoon tea and on departure tried to bill us for a bottle of wine we had not had.

    Plenty of choice for breakfast, comfortable room.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    9.0
    Enjoyable. Would definitely come again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower was not easy to operate and took me several minutes to work it out. Even then the water control was very stiff. Also heat control was difficult - either scalding hot or freezing cold.

    Location was very good. Peaceful and quiet. Room was good. Breakfast was ok, not exceptional.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic breakfast and an excellent room.
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We’re a bit old for a shower over the bathtub

    Almost everything

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was a small double and the pillows were very firm. A choice of softer pillows would be nice but we were only staying one night so didn't enquire.

    Restaurant was excellent. The steak at dinner was really excellent. Breakfast was also good.Location good with easy access to Canterbury.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    9.0
    Will definitely be looking to stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked everything. If had to make a criticism, would only be that the walls between rooms are a little thin so could hear next door sometimes but that can’t be helped!

    Welcoming and accommodating staff, dinner and breakfast was amazing! Definitely value for money! Highly recommended.

    Stayed in February 2024

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