Curated romantic hotels in Kent

Located in Gravesend, 8.6 km from Rochester Castle, The Darnley Arms provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star inn features free WiFi and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is set 11 km from Chatham Train Station.

Historic Chatham Dockyard is 11 km from the inn, while Bluewater is 13 km away. London City Airport is 39 km from the property.

Located in Cranbrook, The Goudhurst Inn is a 3-minute drive from Go Ape at Bedgebury and 5 minutes from High Weald. This inn is 16.7 mi (26.9 km) from Leeds Castle and 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest.

Once an ancient monastery, The Star and Eagle Hotel dates back to the 14th century. It offers charming accommodation in the Kent countryside, 20 minutes’ drive from Royal Tunbridge Wells.

Much of the old stonework is still visible throughout the building, and guests can admire the exposed brickwork, wooden beams, and an open log fire while dining in the restaurant.

A wide-ranging menu is available, including tapas, seafood and meat, and there are vegetarian options to choose from. Guests can also dine outdoors, with picturesque views of the surrounding Kentish Weald.

Rooms at The Star and Eagle have carpeted floors, seating areas and TVs. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building, and free private parking is possible on site.

Situated just 3 miles from the A21, the hotel is a 35-minute drive from the historic coastal town of Hastings. Maidstone is just a 25-minute journey by car.

Located in Longfield, Brandshatch Place Hotel & Spa is in the suburbs – a 4-minute drive from Brands Hatch Circuit and 11 minutes from London Golf Club. This eco-friendly hotel is 6.9 mi (11 km) from Bluewater Shopping Centre.

Located in Ashford, Holiday Inn Ashford North A20 by IHG is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Hothfield Heathlands Nature Reserve and St Peter & St Paul Church. This hotel is 9.9 mi (16 km) from Leeds Castle and 12.5 mi (20.1 km) from Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens.

The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection has been fully refurbished in 2023, each room has a Hypnos bed with mattress topper, flat-screen TV, desk and is furnished in a modern design. Each en-suite bathroom has also been fully refurbished and includes a powerful shower, toiletries and plenty of fluffy towels

The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection is a restored 18th-century hotel, set within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The historic town of Royal Tunbridge Wells is just a 5-minute drive away, and the accommodation offers free private parking.

Fresh, seasonal food is served in the The Hand and Sceptre pub, which features modern British dishes interwoven with some Mediterranean influences. A traditional Sunday roast is also available, and guests can enjoy their drinks on the pub terrace which overlooks Southborough green.

Groombridge Place Gardens is a 15-minute drive and features a moated manor house with a secret garden. Lamberhurst Vineyards and Hever Castle are both around 10 miles from the accommodation.

With a stay at Hotel du Vin & Bistro Tunbridge Wells in Royal Tunbridge Wells (Tunbridge Wells Town Centre), you'll be steps from Assembly Hall Theater and 3 minutes by foot from Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery. This eco-friendly hotel is 12.5 mi (20.2 km) from Hever Castle and Gardens and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Trinity Theatre.

With a stay at The Spa Hotel in Royal Tunbridge Wells, you'll be a 2-minute walk from Tunbridge Wells Golf Club and 13 minutes by foot from Pantiles. This hotel is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Hever Castle and Gardens and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Trinity Theatre.

Donnington Manor Hotel is located just 10 minutes’ drive from Sevenoaks. It offers a fitness suite, free WiFi access throughout the hotel, an Italian restaurant and complimentary parking.

The super king bedrooms at the 4-star Donnington Manor Hotel offer satellite TV, hairdryers, tea/coffee-making facilities, a media hub and feature rain showers in the bathrooms.

The hotel's 15th-century beamed Osteria Chartwell Restaurant serves Italian food, including pastas and pizzas prepared with toppings and sauces made from a selection of meats and fish, cheeses and vegetables, herbs and olive oil.

Set within 2 miles of the M25 motorway, Donnington Manor’s guests are 9 miles away from the famous Brands Hatch race circuit. Gatwick Airport is a 30-minute drive.

With a stay at The Woolpack Hotel in Tenterden, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of St Mildred's Church and Tenterden Museum. This hotel is 14.9 mi (23.9 km) from Camber Sands and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Kent and East Sussex Railway.

Situated in Kent, 21 km from Ashford International Train Station, The Print House Inn features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a bar and a tennis court. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The Print House Inn offers some rooms with garden views, and rooms are equipped with a coffee machine. At the accommodation rooms have a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer.

The breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or continental options.

The Print House Inn offers a children's playground. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kent, like cycling.

Leeds Castle is 26 km from The Print House Inn, while Eurotunnel UK is 37 km from the property. London City Airport is 90 km away.

Located in Wadhurst, Dale Hill Hotel & Golf Club is within a 5-minute drive of Pashley Manor Gardens and Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest. This golf hotel is 3.9 mi (6.4 km) from Merriments Gardens and 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Go Ape at Bedgebury.

Set in Penshurst and with Hever Castle reachable within 8.9 km, The Leicester Arms Country Inn offers a terrace, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and luggage storage space. Bluewater is 41 km away and Crystal Palace Park is 46 km from the hotel.

At the hotel, every room has a desk. The units in The Leicester Arms Country Inn are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.

Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. At The Leicester Arms Country Inn you will find a restaurant serving British cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.

Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Penshurst, like hiking and cycling.

Ightham Mote is 14 km from The Leicester Arms Country Inn, while Brands Hatch is 30 km away. London Gatwick Airport is 39 km from the property.

With a stay at Rowhill Grange Hotel & Utopia Spa in Dartford (Wilmington), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Bluewater Shopping Centre and Brands Hatch Circuit. This spa hotel is 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from O2 Arena and 15.5 mi (25 km) from ExCeL Exhibition Centre.

Located in Maidstone, Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel is a 5-minute drive from Leeds Castle and 6 minutes from Mote Park. This eco-friendly hotel is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Hazlitt Theatre and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Kent Life.

A warm welcome awaits at the Holiday Inn Rochester-Chatham. During your stay, make full use of the You Fit Health Club with swimming pool, perhaps unwind in the relaxing open lobby, or enjoy something delicious from the tempting menu, plus kids stay and eat free!

The Holiday Inn Rochester-Chatham has fully air-conditioned bedrooms, free Wi-Fi, plentiful parking on-site for every guest plus 24-hour room service.

The fully equipped You Fit Health Club features an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, hot tub, steam room and gym.

This Holiday Inn has a modern, bright and spacious Open Lobby, perfect for grabbing a bite to eat or drink whilst meeting up with family, friends or colleagues. Children under 12 eat free when a paying adult is also dining.

Access to the Holiday Inn Rochester-Chatham is easy via the M2 or M20, making it a central base in Kent or an easy stop on the way to Folkestone and Dover.

This Holiday Inn is well located for Rochester Castle (3.7 km), Chatham Historic Dockyard (5.6 km), Dickens World (5 km) and the Brands Hatch Race Circuit (28 km).

Situated just 5 minutes’ drive from Lenham, Who'd A Thought It boasts a Champagne and oyster bar, along with free Wi-Fi in public areas. With free private parking, the hotel features highly individual rooms and suites.

The luxurious rooms include a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, tea and coffee making facilities, and an iPod docking station. The en suite bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. Many rooms also boast a spa bath and a four-poster bed.

In the mornings, Who’d A Thought It serves a full English breakfast, along with continental options for guests leaving early. The Champagne and Oyster Bar serves several menus, including gastro bar meals, a lunchtime tasting menu, and a la carte dishes.

Who’d A Thought It’s Champagne and Oyster Bar is host to frequent themed events. Seasonal holidays are also celebrated with style at the hotel. The property is home to the Whody Boudoir Dress Boutique, which offers a range of shoes and accessories. Lenham Railway Station is just 2 miles away.

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Mercure Tunbridge Wells Hotel is a 3-minute drive from Dunorlan Park and 5 minutes from Pantiles. This eco-friendly hotel is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Tonbridge Castle and 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Hop Farm Family Park.

Located in Sevenoaks, Mercure Dartford Brands Hatch Hotel & Spa is in a rural location – a 1-minute drive from Brands Hatch Circuit and 5 minutes from Pedham Place Golf Centre. This spa hotel is 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from Bluewater Shopping Centre and 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Thames River.

With views across the High Weald Ridges, Dale Hill Hotel is surrounded by scenic East Sussex countryside. It features a modern leisure centre, award-winning restaurant and 2 18-hole golf courses.

The 4-star bedrooms at Dale Hill have private bathrooms, cosy seating areas and work desks. All rooms have tea/coffee facilities and some have balconies and golf course views.

Wealden View Restaurant serves a creative British menu and world wine list. The elegant bar offers a range of beverages and snacks, and breakfasts are available daily.

The leisure centre at Dale Hill features an indoor swimming pool, sauna and gym. The impressive golf courses have mature woodland, parkland and views of the Sussex Weald.

Just 20 minutes’ drive from Royal Tunbridge Wells, Dale Hill Hotel and Golf Course is a 25-minute drive from historical Hastings. The seaside town of Rye is a 30-minute drive away.