The Duke William Hotel 4*
Main amenities
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Free Wi-Fi
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Sports activities
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On-site Dining
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Child-friendly
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Pets
Location
Situated right around the corner from Saint John the Evangelist, the 4-star smoke-free The Duke William Hotel Canterbury offers a terrace with outdoor dining areas. This Canterbury hotel, located nearly 10 minutes' walk from Saint Andrew's Church, features a restaurant.
The inn is about 105 km from London City airport and around 7 km from such cultural venues as the subterranean Canterbury Roman Museum. Sights approximately 15 minutes' drive from The Duke Canterbury include Gibsons Farm Shop. The property will also take you to Howletts Wild Animal Park, which is 2.1 km away. There is Duke William bus stop right near the hotel.
The rooms comprise an adjoining terrace and a dining area complete with an iron, as well as an iPod dock and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with hair dryers and free toiletries, are featured. You can enjoy views of the garden.
A free vegetarian breakfast is offered in the restaurant, to start your day off right. Guests can relax in the on-site lounge bar.
Review by hotel critic
As a travel enthusiast with a passion for the coastline and marine conservation, my recent stay at the Duke left me pondering the balance between luxury and value. Located in a charming village, the hotel offers modern rooms with flat-screen TVs and tea/coffee facilities, providing essential comforts for a relaxing stay. The outdoor dining area provided a pleasant ambiance for meals, though I found breakfast service a bit slow. Housekeeping did an admirable job maintaining cleanliness, and the unique touch of chocolate port in the room was a nice surprise. During check-out, an unfortunate incident with a staff member overshadowed my experience. It's crucial for hotels to ensure that every team member upholds the same level of professionalism. The Duke presents a decent value if you seek modern amenities in a quaint setting. Just approach it with tempered expectations regarding service speed and consistency. Given its picturesque surroundings and inviting garden area, the hotel has potential to be a great retreat, but may need to work on its service delivery. If you're considering a stay, ensure you balance your expectations of luxury with realism about service.
Important information
- Children and extra beds
- There are no cots provided in a room.
