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The Botany Bay Hotel
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9.2
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1,004 reviews
What Guests Say About Their Stay
Fraser
10.0
/ 10
Very pleasant stay. Room clean and comfortable. Despite no air conditioning fans provided were adequate.
Location just above the beach.
Breakfast good.
Bar welcoming. Food was fine but menu not changed during our 5 night stay.
Staff all very helpful.
Would recommend Botany Bay as a good base to explore Thanet and Canterbury.
Naiyabahen Saharsh
10.0
/ 10
10/10 for the hotel, staff, food, amenities, cleanliness and most importantly, location.
It was worth going and staying in the hotel and celebrating my birthday
Chris
10.0
/ 10
Evening Mail a bit of a disappointment as two things were off the menu that I chose however breakfast was brilliant and the staff were very very helpful
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Marine Drive, Kingsgate, Thanet, Kent, England, CT10 3LG
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Marine Drive, Kingsgate, Thanet, Kent, England, CT10 3LG
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General
Near Kingsgate Bay
Location
When you stay at The Botany Bay Hotel in Broadstairs, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of North Foreland Golf Club and Joss Bay. This beach hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Kingsgate Bay and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Revolution Skatepark.
Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Joss Bay - 1.6 km / 1 mi
North Foreland Golf Club - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Kingsgate Bay - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Walpole Bay - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Palm Bay - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Revolution Skatepark - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Tom Thumb Theatre - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Bugsy's Tenpin Bowling - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi
Margate Main Sands - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Dane Park - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Stone Bay - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Genting Casino - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Winter Gardens - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Crampton Tower Museum - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Viking Bay - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
The preferred airport for The Botany Bay Hotel is Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 139.3 km / 86.6 mi
Facilities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include wedding services, tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall.
Business Facilities
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and coffee/tea in a common area. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy local cuisine at Shepherd Neame, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). English breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 30 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
All facilities in The Botany Bay Hotel
Functional Hall
Common Space
Lobby
Exterior
Bedroom
Transportation
- Limited parking
Food and Drinks
- Breakfast
Things to Do
- Garden
Connectivity
- Free WiFi
General
- Banquet
- Parking
- Terrace
Public Facilities
- Smoke-free area
- Coffee shop
- Coffee/tea in lobby
Business Facilities
- Meeting rooms
- Conference center
Hotel Services
- Wedding service
Accommodation Policy & General Information in The Botany Bay Hotel
Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!
General Check-in Instructions
- 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; cash is not accepted
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Pets
Service Animals Allowed
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General Information
Popular Facilities | Restaurant, Parking, WiFi |
Check-In / Check-Out Time | From 15:00 - 21:30 - to 11:00 |
Breakfast Availability | Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast |
Available rooms at The Botany Bay Hotel | 30 |
Number of floors in The Botany Bay Hotel | 3 |
Another facilities in The Botany Bay Hotel | Limited parking, Breakfast, Garden, Free WiFi, Banquet |
Frequently asked questions about The Botany Bay Hotel
What are available facilities at The Botany Bay Hotel?
There are top facilites at The Botany Bay Hotel such as Restaurant, Parking, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at The Botany Bay Hotel?
The standard check-in time at The Botany Bay Hotel is starting from 15:00 - 21:30 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
Does The Botany Bay Hotel provide breakfast?
Yes, The Botany Bay Hotel provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of The Botany Bay Hotel?
The Botany Bay Hotel has a 3.0-star rating.
How many floors does The Botany Bay Hotel have?
The Botany Bay Hotel has 3.
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Overall Ratings & Reviews The Botany Bay Hotel
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9.2
Exceptional
From 1,004 reviews
Cleanliness
9.4
Room Comfort
9.0
Location
10.0
Service and Facilites
9.2
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Fraser
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Very pleasant stay. Room clean and comfortable. Despite no air conditioning fans provided were adequate.
Location just above the beach.
Breakfast good.
Bar welcoming. Food was fine but menu not changed during our 5 night stay.
Staff all very helpful.
Would recommend Botany Bay as a good base to explore Thanet and Canterbury.
Naiyabahen Saharsh
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
10/10 for the hotel, staff, food, amenities, cleanliness and most importantly, location.
It was worth going and staying in the hotel and celebrating my birthday
Chris
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Evening Mail a bit of a disappointment as two things were off the menu that I chose however breakfast was brilliant and the staff were very very helpful
Ifeoluwa
with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Had an amazing stay and the staff were lovely. Would definitely recommend!
Daniela
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
We had a lovely stay overall. The hotel is in a great, lively location and one of the biggest advantages is the free parking, which is very difficult to find in this area. The staff were friendly and helpful, the hotel and room were clean, and the breakfast was lovely. It was also convenient having a decent restaurant on site.
Unfortunately, the biggest downside was the lack of air conditioning in the room, especially during the extremely hot weather. A Dyson fan was provided, which was appreciated, but during very high temperatures it only circulated warm air and did not make the room comfortable.
Our particular room was also located right next to the kitchen extraction vent, meaning that opening the window resulted in hot air and food smells coming directly into the room. We asked whether it would be possible to move rooms and although the staff were polite, we were told there were no alternatives available.
I understand that not all rooms may have this issue, but I do feel this particular room should perhaps not be allocated during very hot weather conditions, as there is very little way to cool it down.
Overall, it is a nice hotel with friendly staff, good facilities, cleanliness, lovely breakfast and excellent parking — but our room location and the heat made the stay less comfortable than it could have been.
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Christine Helen
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago
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Very nice staff. Breakfast good. Wi fi and no signal to phone. And our watches changed to French time thought it was a ghost. Lady told me sometimes goes to French time as so close to country. Bit tatty needs a paint refresh. Was able to park as mon- wed doubt if you would park other than that. Dogs at breakfast not seen that before
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Paul
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
We had a lovely 3 night stay at The Botany Bay Hotel. We brought our little dog and he was made most welcome. The staff are amazing, the food is great at the setting is beautiful. Can't praise it highly enough.
Pooja
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
We stayed at room 504 which was a superior sea view room.
The pictures of the room make it seem like there is a balcony, however, this is not the case. It is more like a railing. The double doors do open and the view is beautiful. The room itself was spacious and clean. Can get hot during the heat wave/ peak summer season but we were given a dyson fan. There was coffee making facilities, however, no fridge but fresh milk left in the room. The room was hot so we did not want to try the milk.
The bathroom however does need some maintaining. The flush handle was about to break, the sink had a massive crack in it, the drains were very rusty, the non-slip bath mats were very dirty and brown and the bathtub was extremely small with a fixed showerhead on the wall.
The breakfast was lovely but the service can be quite slow at peak times and during weekends on hot weather days. I would advise to be at breakfast quite early.
Staff are very friendly and will always try and help.
In conclusion, I do think the rooms do need a makeover and some renovation but location of hotel is perfect as are the staff.
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Shikshya
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Pleasant stay but found short hair on the bed. Rest of the room was very clean, very pleasant staff while receiving the key.
Good breakfast.
Dinner had to wait for a while but food was delicious.
David
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Very nice everything was great
TRACY
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Fab location, close to the beach, about 40 minute walk from centre of Broadstairs.
Lovely veranda to enjoy meals and drinks outside in the good weather.
Marc
Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Room was a good size and clean. Staff on arrival were great. Good choice of drinks at the bar and food looked good.
Rooms were a bit warm considering the unusuallu hot heatwave but they had Dyson fans which helped. Nespresso coffee machine was a great touch, iron and ironing board in room. I would stay again.
One frustration: Breakfast! Turned up, guy came over in seconds asked room number. Walked over to get juice, no glasses, would have got toast, no small plates, waited 10 mins then asked for service, person was cleaning a table and said someone will be over soon, few mins later the table behind us asked how long their food would, turned out their food had been forgotten so had to reorder, soon as they reordered we asked if we could order too as we were more than ready, was told they'll be over in a min, 5 later still no one...more than 25 mins of no service we walked and told the lady at reception who offered to take our order. As we left I could see 3 waiters looking at us talking, probably about us leaving, I was surprised they had the time to chat considering we waited so long to get served.
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Antonio
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago
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The stay was excellent. Staff were super helpful and friendly. The food from the restaurant was great too. Overall a lovely experience. Would definitely come back.
Sarah
with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Wonderful welcome from the lovely receptionist and nice restaurant service at dinner.
Beautiful, comfortable and clean room with great additions like coffee machine, tasty cookies, fan and lovely toiletries.
Our only complaint was that breakfast was a bit slapdash with items like bread & orange juice having run out, wrong drinks brought out and a long wait for food.
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bogdan
8.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Very nice experience. Pleasant staff. Excelent breakfast.
Melanie
Friends and Family Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Beautiful rooms and great location. Parking available and easy and all staff extremely friendly and helpful. Highly recommend
Jodie
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Lovely place to stay, staff are friendly, professional and helpful. Food is great (both the restaurant and the hotel breakfast), location is amazing. Only negative was the road to get there which was completely blocked up due to cars parked on either side - not at all the fault of the hotel and nothing they could have done, it was a relief to get into the hotel car park! Will definitely stay here again next time we’re in the area.
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James
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Breakfast Menu was extensive and food was excellent.
Jane
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
We couldn’t fault this hotel, our room and the food was lovely, staff were really friendly. Lovely range of teas/coffee/sweets in the room. Midway between Broadstairs and Margate a nice coastal walk to both. We will definitely book again.
Peter
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 20 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
Wonderful position and sea views are spectacular
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