Dog-friendly Hotels Kent

This two bedroom beach front lodge is located in Seasalter, Whitstable with stunning sea views from the back of the house. The wild, coastal garden (with secure gate and Hazel fencing for your dogs) leads on to the beach garden, with fire pit and Adirondack chairs, perfectly angled for star gazing.
Seasalter is a popular holiday destination due to the long stretches of beach and lovely walks and cycle routes along the coast.
Thyme and Tide, renovated in 2022 to a very good standard, is the ideal property for family holidays or just chilling out with the dogs. With great original artwork, many pieces sourced locally, comfortable slouchy couches and a large dining area for entertaining. The lodge is a home from home.
The village of Seasalter can be found on the north coast of Kent, facing the Isle of Sheppey across the mouth of the River Swale. It is located five miles north of historic Canterbury, between Whitstable and Faversham.
Seasalter, as it name implies, was an important centre for the production of salt as far back as the Iron Age and it was raided by Vikings due to its prosperity. By 1086 it was recorded in the Domesday Book as belonging to the "kitchen of the Archbishop" of Canterbury. At the western end of the village on the Faversham Road the local pub is like a welcoming lighthouse as visitors approach across the flat marshes. There has been an inn there since 1642. Beach 10 yards.

Smugglers Cottage is a quaint, terraced cottage in an ideal location in Margate, a great getaway for couples and families to enjoy a seaside holiday. The cottage is in the heart of the old town with its numerous restaurants and bars on the doorstep and is just minutes from the sea. Following an award-winning architect designed refurbishment, this Grade II listed cottage has been decorated and furnished in a unique style that is full of character and charm.Comfortably sleeping four people, it offers two double bedrooms and is set over three floors with steep stairs. Guests will enjoy the open-plan kitchen’s fresh contemporary feel. The courtyard garden is the perfect area to enjoy an evening glass of wine as you plan what to do the following day.
Be sure to bring your bikes, as Kent boasts some of the best cycling and walking routes in the UK and the cottage’s convenient outhouse is suitable for bike storage after your ride. Local attractions include the theme park Dreamland Margate, with its iconic scenic railway and vintage amusements. Visit the Turner Contemporary Gallery, which features a wide selection of world class art exhibitions. Further afield, you will find the award-winning coast of Viking Bay in Broadstairs, famous for its folk week in the summer and Ramsgate harbour.
Why not discover Canterbury in style aboard one of the city’s boat tours, or explore the history behind its world-famous cathedral? There are several boutique shops that are well worth a visit, or you can simply wander along the city streets to take in Canterbury’s remarkable culture. Day trips to France are easily accessible from Margate, take a short drive to Dover and enjoy a ferry trip to Calais, or there’s the Eurostar from Ashford. Beach 500 yards. Shops, restaurant, and pub 50 yards.

This stunning, seaside cottage is located just 10 yards from beach, in the beautiful village of Kingsdown. Violet Cottage has been lovingly decorated and furnished to a very good standard. It appeals to many different guests including families, friends, couples and pets!
Surrounding the cottage there is plenty of well-managed, outdoor private space to enjoy in the summer months. Outside seating and dining facilities are supplied along with bicycle storage and a barbecue, perfect for al fresco dining.
Inspired by the surrounding landscape, Violet Cottage has a seaside theme and plenty of charm. There are three comfortable bedrooms all with sea views, one room hosts a kingsize bed, one with a double bed and the other offers a bunk bed. French doors from the living room lead onto a delightful terrace, with views over the sea grass to the pebbly beach. For the winter months, enjoy the warmth of the wood burner in the living room, plan the next day’s activities and relax in peace and quiet.
The local pub is a stone’s throw away which offers a wide range of local ales. Take a trip back in time with Walmer and Deal Castles, explore the promenade of Deal and take a day trip to France from Dover. This cottage is the perfect location for a fantastic, family seaside break. Shop 300 yards, pub 50 yards and restaurant 3 miles.

Anchor Cottage is located in a conservation area within the stunning town of Deal on the coast of Kent, and is a comfortable terraced property built in the 1800s. Set in the quiet small back streets of Deal, it lies a short stroll to the amenities and history Deal has to offer. There is an 18th-century pub and micro ale house/cocktail bar within a few minutes’ walk, and very good restaurant within 5 minutes’ walk, as well as excellent fishing from the pier. Walmer and Deal castles are also popular attractions. Broadstairs is a short drive with its beach at Viking Bay; for history and culture take a short drive, train or bus into Canterbury. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.
Anchor Cottage is located in a conservation area within the stunning town of Deal on the coast of Kent, and is a comfortable terraced property built in the 1800s, and has a few characterful low door lintels. Set in the quiet small back streets of Deal, yet in a central position, it is just a short stroll to the amenities and history Deal has to offer. There is an 18th-century pub and micro ale house/cocktail bar within a few minutes’ walk, and very good restaurant within 5 minutes’ walk. The quirky style of this holiday property boasts a quaint open-plan kitchen with dining area and a welcoming living room, two bedrooms and a bathroom with a Victorian style roll-top bath. With local attractions on your doorstep, as well as excellent fishing on the pier, Anchor Cottage will be a great base for couples and seaside enthusiasts. Locally, there is a number of shops, bars and restaurants, and Walmer and Deal castles are also popular attractions. Broadstairs is a short drive with its award-winning beach at Viking Bay, or for a touch of history and culture, take a short drive, train or bus into the famous city of Canterbury, walk around the ancient city walls and explore the fantastic cathedral. For a trip further afield why not go to France for the day on one of the many daily ferry services from Dover. Beach 500 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.

This charming semi-detached holiday cottage is located in St Margaret’s-at-Cliffe, in Kent. Dudrich Cottage has an enclosed courtyard garden, spacious living room and two comfortable bedrooms. Decorated and furnished to a very good standard, this property will appeal to families and couples, and will also accommodate your four-legged friend. Dudrich Cottage is equipped with Wi-Fi and a Smart TV for cosy evenings in, there is also a private parking space in front of the house for ease of access.
The property is within walking distance of local pubs, the village shop and restaurant serving a range of meals. St Margaret’s-at-Cliffe is a charming village between Dover and Deal, and was once home of the ’James Bond’ author, Ian Fleming. Canterbury is nearby where you can explore the city walls and visit the famous cathedral. Deal with its beautiful coastline and Dover, where you can explore Dover Castle and the secret war tunnels, are within driving distance. There is fishing and an indoor swimming pool available nearby, or take a day trip to France from Dover on the ferry or on the Eurostar from Ashford. Beach ¾ mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards.

This detached property was built in 2021 to a very high standard with bespoke furniture and underfloor heating downstairs. The property itself is fitted out to make sure you feel at home whilst offering the luxurious holiday you all deserve. Located next to the owner’s home, it is a lovely spacious house with private secluded garden, ideal for an evening BBQ and drinks.

The lovely beaches of Whitstable are 700 yards away and offer plenty to do from pubs, bars and restaurants to cafés and arcades.

Whitstable Castle, Beach and Tankerton Slopes are a 3 minute walk away. With brilliant transport links right outside the property, you can venture further afield into Canterbury, famous for it’s incredible cathedral or a historic trip to the Roman ruins of Reculver which are only 20 minutes away. You can also visit Margate for its golden sandy beaches only 25 minutes away.

Whitstable offers good trains connections to London, also as a alternative option to visit France for the day is easily accessible with regular ferry crossing between Dover to Calais in France. The property it’s 5 minutes away driving to the whitstable station

Divers Cottage is a terraced property built in Victorian times, and is a fabulous choice for a family with its superb location in the centre of Herne Bay. Two comfortable bedrooms sleep four guests, making it perfect for a family, there is also alternative sleeping on the sofa bed in the living room if needed. As well as a fetaure fireplace dating from 1895, Divers Cottage has all the mod cons you need to stay entertained, including Smart televisions with Netflix in the living room and both bedrooms. Spotify is also available, as well as Wi-Fi, a Nintendo Wii and an Google Nest. This hidden gem has a charming outdoor courtyard complete with dining facilities and a charcoal barbecue, a great addition to the property being so close to the beach.
Keeping in line with its name, the Divers Arms pub is just on the corner and was believed to have been built on the proceeds of a smuggler and one of the world’s first salvage divers. The iconic Grade II listed landmark in Herne Bay, The Clock Tower, is believed to be one of the earliest purpose-built freestanding towers in the UK, and is just a few seconds away, along with the beautiful beach front, restaurants, pubs and shops.
With everything you need on your doorstep, a car is simply not needed here; the train station is just under a mile away and has good connections to London for a family day trip out! Keen walkers can enjoy the Oyster Bay Trail which starts in Herne Bay, or you can join others in nearby towns such as the Reculver Walk or Viking Coastal Trail. Other family days out include a trip to the famous seaside town of Whitstable, Wildwood Discovery Park, Millbank Art Gallery, and much more. Beach 120 yards. Shop 120 yards, pub and restaurant 70 yards.

This stunning newly finished (2023) oast house has had a major extension and has been decorated and furnished to a very high standard throughout after being separated into two spacious and luxurious apartments.
Located on a working farm and surrounded by orchards and well-maintained farmland it gives guests beautiful views all around the garden of England! The property boasts two large doubles, one with an ensuite, and a large family bathroom too. The living area is a very large modern open plan sitting room, dining room, and a large round walled kitchen in the heart of the old oast house, kitted out with everything to be expected!
Preston is located just outside of the historic and very pretty city of Canterbury, renowned for its cathedral, city walls, and general beauty! The beach isn’t far either if guests wanted to mix up their holiday and visit Ramsgate, Broadstairs, or Margate for long stretches of golden sands and traditional fish and chips. Alternatively, there is Whitstable, Sandwich, Deal, Dover, and Folkestone for varied days out from adventure parks, water parks, golf (various world-renowned courses locally), fishing, multiple zoos and so much more for all to enjoy. Canterbury, a cathedral city in southeast England, was a pilgrimage site in the Middle Ages. Ancient walls, originally built by the Romans, encircle its medieval centre with cobbled streets and timber-framed houses.
Canterbury Cathedral, founded in 597 A.D., is the headquarters of the Church of England and Anglican Communion, incorporating Gothic and Romanesque elements in its stone carvings and stained-glass windows. Visit Canterbury and discover why this beautiful, ancient city is one of the jewels in Kent’s crown. The historic city is less than an hour from London by train, and just 10 minutes from some of Kent’s beautiful beaches, it is the perfect city break for anyone in the mood for gorgeous medieval streets, great food and drink, and cultural getaways.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 10 guests.

This newly refurbished, two bedroom apartment is ideally located in Ramsgate town centre. It has been finished and furnished to a very good standard in 2023, and offers comfort after those long days exploring a new place in Thanet.
The apartment offers premium quality, high thread count, fresh white linen for you to sink into after a long day of sightseeing. The space offers a comfortable living area which is perfect for kicking back in and relaxing on the sofas watching your favourite shows on the extra-large television or enjoying a meal on the handy dining table. There is everything you need for a trip away with family and friends or a business trip. The apartment is great even for longer stays as the iron and ironing board and kitchen equipment are all available along with full laundry facilities on-site.
Ramsgate and the surrounding areas such as Broadstairs, Margate, Sandwich, Deal, Canterbury, Whitstable and Herne Bay offer something for all the family no matter the age. With historic landmarks and tourist hotspots, cathedrals, churches, ruins and more, to long stretches of golden sandy beaches, plenty of pubs, bars, restaurants and cafés.
Ramsgate beach is just a 3-minute walk away, and if you head to E Crosswall Road, you will see the famous Ramsgate Maritime Museum. Nearest transit is the harbour (Stop D) which is a 2-minute drive, and high-speed trains take 1 hour and 45 minutes to get you straight to the city of London. The place is very peaceful and quiet, but there are lots of fun activities and sights to see in the local area. To help you make the most of your trip, there is a detailed brochure in the welcome pack at the property.

This two-bedroom apartment is located in a retro estate with multiple added features such as a stunning chapel and gardens, pathed walkways along the River Thames, gardens and lots of pretty open spaces! The apartment is spacious and has been furnished and kitted out to a very high standard giving you that luxurious break you need!
Locally you have easy access to London via train or bus, Bluewater shopping centre and so many attractions and places to see locally. This property is in a great location and will make you feel comfortable after the long days exploring! In the past, Greenhithe’s waterfront on the estuary of the River Thames was used to build wharfs for trans-shipping corn, wood and other commodities. Its largest cargoes were of chalk and lime. This led in turn to the development of the cement industry at nearby Swanscombe. Greenhithe enjoyed a brief period of popularity during Victorian times as a tourist resort, with the building of Greenhithe Pier in 1842 (now sadly lost). Its manor house has been fully restored and the village is accessible to the M25 motorway, High Speed 1’s Ebbsfleet International station and, particularly relevant to its local economy, Bluewater shopping centre.