Ship & Trades

4.0 star property
Riverfront inn in Chatham with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets - Ship & Trades (Chatham)
Nestled by the river, Ship & Trades offers an inviting ambiance with a full breakfast and delightful garden. Relax on the terrace or connect to in-room WiFi, while enjoying light fare at the on-site restaurant. Guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • ATM/banking services
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
The current price is CNY777
CNY933 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23

Room options

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Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 111 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 111 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Maritime Way, Chatham Maritime, Chatham, England, ME4 3ER

What's nearby

  • Britannia Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Medway Park Sports Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Historic Dockyard Chatham - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Central Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Chatham Naval Memorial - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • London City Airport (LCY) - 57 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 61 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 64 min drive
  • Chatham Station - 5 min drive
  • Gillingham Station - 7 min drive
  • Rochester Higham Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cannon - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Ship & Trades - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Mast & Rigging - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Ship & Trades

Ship & Trades is a great choice for a stay in Chatham. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast on weekday mornings 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Snowshoeing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 10.0 per stay

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Property Registration Number Yes

National rating

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

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ship & Trades offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ship & Trades does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Ship & Trades?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Ship & Trades?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ship & Trades?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Ship & Trades and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like snowshoeing. Ship & Trades also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Ship & Trades?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers ocean views.

What's the area around Ship & Trades like?

Ship & Trades is located by the river. Popular attractions include Bluewater Shopping Centre, which is 16 minutes away by car.

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Reviews

Ship & Trades Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were excellent with a great choice of dishes, including meat-free and vegan options, and the pancakes were exceptional. (26 reviews)
  • The restaurant provided high quality meals and excellent service. (5 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Food
Location
Restaurant
Marina
View
Bar
Bathroom

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Room clean and comfortable, staff very friendly, good choice of breakfast, bar well stocked and evening food good
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good clean room, nice evening meal and pleasant staff.
Christine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay

Really love this place, the rooms are comfortable, staff super helpful and friendly. Lovely location, great food offering too.
Deborah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel overlooking harbour. Friendly staff. Food very good.
Julie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Parking was straightforward. Hotel and the restaurant are in good order. Staff are excellent and well trained. Rooms were clean and tidy. There was everything you could possibly need but the landing area could do with a paint - thats my only negative observation
Darren, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A good spot for an impromptu overnight trip.
Andrew, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place and great location. A little tired in decor Staff very good and friendly Great breakfast
Judith, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Enjoyable stay

Great staff. Not 24 hour front desk so FYI. Restaurants near by.... In house pub. Comfortable clean bed and bathroom. Needs new carpet... But otherwise has everything you need.
Jacob, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overnight stay

Second visit, great service, excellent food in the evening and choice of breakfast, had a room with a view this time, was more spacious and overlooked the marina, thanks for another great stay, lovely evening walks by the river or a nice pint outside. Handy for the Dockyard next day
Anthony, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good restaurant

Lovely hotel, good restaurant and great location for visiting the historical dock yard and call the midwife film location. The only bad thing was, i couldn't turn the tap off in the shower and there was a funny smell in the bathroom ( constantly) i would stay here again.
Gillian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place

My second visit, was great as always
Janus, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Paul, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It is a good setting and the transport to Chatham easy
Thomas, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed recently on the 23rd May 2025. The staff were incredibly well mannered - especially receptionist Becky. The stay was very clean, safe and comfortable. Next time we come back to the area we will be staying for sure. Would reccomend.
Nicholas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel with great food.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A busy modern pub with separate restaurant and a small hotel. Room well appointed and clean, we had a waterfront room with large patio. Breakfast a little disappointing, very small buffet with limited options but a reasonable cooked breakfast menu.
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

A lovely one night stay, comfortable and clean room, staff were great, the location is superb, being right by the marina. Breakfast was well presented and very tasty
Dorian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay, breakfast was very good.
Gary, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great service

Great stay. Food is always amazing and the breakfast a service is outstanding. The only things that i would recommend is just a little Renovation to the standard rooms would make it five star all rounds.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely, historic pub walking distance from the Chatham Dockyards. Nice rooms, nice staff, great setting. Breakfast was excellent each day. Dinner was even better. Chatham Dockyards are definitely worth a visit and the pub is just a short walk away. Also, Rochester Cathedral and Rochester Castle are a short drive away and touring them made for a lovely day. The area around the pub is very walkable and there is an outlet mall just across the road.
geoffrey, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always pleasure to stay here and recommend this place to clients
Lora, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very good hotel and room excellent (could be better with in room fridge). Breakfast service though was very poor, disinterested staff and not a good attitude towards allergens - despite the venue saying GF options available (placing an iPad on the table and saying look at that - with just bacon and egg to choose from wasn’t great).
Gareth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was very clean, lovely room and great breakfast
Gemma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was excellent place
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Business

Wonderful place and free upgrade. I’m a frequent stayer and love this gem
Jose, 1-night trip