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The Bat and Ball

2.0 star property
City-center B&B within easy reach of Canterbury Cathedral

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The Bat and Ball puts you within a 10-minute drive of Canterbury Cathedral. Free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (2)

  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (5)

  • Private bathroom
  • Cable TV service
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
The current price is CNY814
CNY977 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Room options

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Comfort Double Room | Desk, free WiFi

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Quadruple Room | Desk, free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
163 Old Dover Rd, Canterbury, England, CT1 3NX

What's nearby

  • St. Lawrence Ground - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Westgate Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Marlowe Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • London (SEN-Southend) - 104 min drive
  • Canterbury Bekesbourne Station - 4 min drive
  • Canterbury East Station - 17 min walk
  • Canterbury West Station - 29 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Oriole cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Corner House - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Two Sawyers - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Phoenix - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Bat and Ball

The Bat and Ball puts you within a 10-minute drive of Canterbury Cathedral. Free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • 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
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM

What to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 16-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Electric kettle

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

The Bat and Ball Canterbury
The Bat and Ball Bed & breakfast
The Bat and Ball Bed & breakfast Canterbury

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Bat and Ball?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Bat and Ball?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Bat and Ball?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Bat and Ball and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Canterbury Cathedral (1.1 mi) and Marlowe Theatre (1.2 mi), along with Howletts Wild Animal Park (4.1 mi) and Wingham Wildlife Park (8 mi).

What's the area around The Bat and Ball like?

The Bat and Ball is in the heart of Canterbury, a short 17-minute walk from Canterbury Christ Church University and 16 minutes' walk from St. Augustine's Abbey.

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