Greyfriars Lodge

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Breakfast included

Housekeeping

Free WiFi

Explore the area

6 STOUR STREET, Canterbury, England, CT1 2NR

Marlowe Theatre
3 min walk
Canterbury Roman Museum
5 min walk
Westgate Gardens
5 min walk
London (SEN-Southend)
90 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Twin Room

14 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Family Room (Deluxe)

Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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Pet-friendly

Parking included

Free WiFi

Restaurant

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

About this property

Lodge with free breakfast, a short walk to Canterbury Cathedral

Along with a library, this smoke-free lodge has a garden and a front-desk safe. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided.

Greyfriars Lodge offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Greyfriars Lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Canterbury Cathedral. You'll find features like free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas, plus a library.

Free continental breakfast served daily
Free WiFi
Amenities include a front-desk safe, a terrace, and Library
Steps from Royal Museum and Art Gallery and Beaney House of Art & Knowledge

Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at Greyfriars Lodge.

This 3.5-star Canterbury lodge is smoke free.

Guests are served free continental breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

Limited on-site parking
Off-site parking within 0.2 mi (GBP 15 per day); booking required

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends

Family friendly

Fridge

Conveniences

Front-desk safe
Library

Guest services

Daily housekeeping
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage

Outdoors

Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have any lifts
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance

Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bed sheets
Heating
Portable fan

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Towels

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Fridge

Desk
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Laptop-friendly workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Late check-in fee: GBP 5.00 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 3:30 AM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Offsite parking fee: GBP 15 per day (0.2 mi away)
Late check-in fee: GBP 5.00 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 3:30 AM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 7:00 AM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Property is also known as

Greyfriars Lodge Canterbury

Greyfriars Canterbury

Greyfriars Lodge Lodge

Greyfriars Lodge Canterbury

Greyfriars Lodge Lodge Canterbury

Greyfriars Lodge Reviews

6.8

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Caroline

Travelled with family

20 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Although the property is a little old and tired, it was great for an overnight stay. Manager was lovely and breakfast; continental style and plentiful. Really close to Cathedral and other local attractions. For those with mobility issues there were a couple of steep staircases to climb to get to upper floor rooms. Fans were provided, but rooms were still stuffy, not too much of a problem if you like to be warm like me - it was a warm August night. No on-site parking, you park in a public car park about 8 mins away and it costs £15 via the hotel for 24 hours. Make sure that you keep receipt for this. Council empty bins at 6:30am on Monday morning. This is not a hotel issue, just to let light sleepers know, it happens all over the city. Would go back in the future if in the area.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emel

Travelled with group

20 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Glad we found it.

The best thing about this visit was the outstanding service of Mr Sanjeewa. His willingness to go above and beyond what was expected of him was surprising and refreshing. Another great plus of this lodge is its location. It is a bit outdated and in need of some small repairs but totally worth the money because it's clean, good bedsheets and towels, spacious, and offers a good car park deal. We were very happy with our stay. Thank you Sanjeewa for making it so pleasant.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ben

18 Aug 2024

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Janet

3 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

This is an old building but has been made the best of & was v clean. Set in the centre of Canterbury within a stone's throw of the main areas. There are two main drawbacks. 1 There is no car parking at all as it is set in a no through narrow street. Car parking is offered & they will book it for you.It is charged per 24hrs & is a 10min walk away. The other is that breakfast is only Continental although nicely set out.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

2 Jul 2024

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

ARTHUR

28 Jun 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Grey day at Greyfriars

Extractor fan in the shower not clean neither was the skirting and shower surround .The mattress was faded frayed and stained .God knows how long the coffee sachets had been there as they were rock hard . Only one yoghurt left at breakfast

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with partner

20 Jun 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Cramped quarters

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

18 Jun 2024

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lorraine

Travelled with family

16 Jun 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never stay there

The worst hotel Greyfriars ever stayed in

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Laurie

10 Jun 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff was VERY kind & helpful. Dark, narrow stairs & very small room. Fridge in room, uncomfortable bed, no A/C but given fan. Had to have window open, woken up by sun rising at 4:20am and garbage man emptying glass at 5:15am. No hand towel or washcloth in bathroom. No shampoo only shower get that could be used on hair. Breakfast provided & appreciated. Staff worried we didn't eat enough, very kind. Offered to hold our luggage. Won't stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

4 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Room comfort

Safe and clean

Sanjeev was kind, present and available. While the room was clean, the mattresses were not comfortable. Be mindful of packing small and not taking full suitcases up 3 flights of winding stairs. Otherwise a clean place to stay in Canterbury.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with family

29 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Considerate staff and convenient location

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

19 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gary

19 May 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Read the reviews

Absolutely terrible, we didn't stay the night. The hotel had more creaks than a haunted house. The smell of old was a hell no, it could of been death... we couldn't be sure. We didn't hang around for too long before ordering a stay at the Premier Inn a little further up the road. There was a deep dark red/brown colour on the net curtains, we were 100% that was blood. The toilet was small and cramped, we believe people missed the toilet and aimed for the floor as the stench was unbearable. Even to stay 10 minutes was unbelievable, my partner even sprayed her perfume around the room but the bad odour was over powering the stench. We had to make up an excuse just to leave the hotel. I paid for the death room for about £70, non refundable.... they can use that money for the demolition needed. I paid £119 for Premier Inn and that included all you can eat breakfast, a no brainer. Stay away from this poor b&b, not worth your hard earned cash. 3 Stars?? Were they on their last breath???

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with family

2 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Our family of four had sufficient beds The location is mid-town. The continental breakfast was ample. And Mr Sanjeewa was exceptionally kind and helpful.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

2 Apr 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Miguel

Travelled with partner

29 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

For the price, it’s a solid and affordable option in Canterbury.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Travelled with group

26 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheap and cheerful

Cheap and cheerful accommodation in the centre of Canterbury

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

25 Feb 2024

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Perfect location for the Marlow theatre. Website said noise maybe an issue due to central location but we had no problems on a busy Saturday night.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

V

15 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Two days in Canterbury

We were in Canterbury on business and spent very little time at the hotel. Continental breakfast was fine, the room was fine, but the bathroom very tight. Overall, had a good time. Friendly staff and excellent access to the city. Very close to the theatre and Cathedral.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Kyan, Seeley Lake

24 Jan 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

14 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location

It may not be luxury but for a night or two you could do much worse. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Amazing location just off the Main Street. A few mins walk to all the shops and bars and a stones throw from the cathedral. Very quiet at night (apart from a bit of noise from neighbouring rooms as walls not the thickest). Very small but functional en-suite and the shower had as much power as a dribbly baby. Plentiful hot water tho which is good. TV, mini fridge and kettle on the room along with a tower fan. Bed is comfy enough but an extra pillow would have been nice. Breakfast is hams and cheeses. Bread and crumpets for the toaster. Butter, jams and various spreads are available. Fruit and yoghurts plus various cereals. Fruit juices, tea and coffee too. All perfectly agreeable. Use them for parking and you get a cheap rate at a nearby carpark, about 5 mins stroll from the hotel. Would we return? probably.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024