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The Bell Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Sandwich with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Guests can enjoy a tranquil evening in this charming outdoor seating area, surrounded by a historic brick building and a beautiful central tree.
Classic hotel room with a four-poster bed, bedside table, and large window offering a view of the outdoors.
Enjoy a selection of beverages at the bar, where you can sit at one of the stools and order at the counter.
Relax in style with plush seating and a lush green plant, surrounded by classic architectural details.
Stunning staircase with classic design, featuring a handrail and ornate balusters, leading to a spacious upper landing with a balcony.

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is S$179
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Double / Twin Room

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Family Room (4)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
The Quay, Sandwich, England, CT13 9EF

What's nearby

  • Secret Gardens of Sandwich - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Betteshanger Park - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Sandwich Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Prince's Golf Club - 10 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Royal St George's Golf Club - 12 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Sandwich Station - 8 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Five Bells - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ossies fish & chips - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Brasserie on the Bay - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Time & Tide Taphouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Quay/Sandwich - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Bell Hotel

Hotel near a train station
Take advantage of a terrace, laundry facilities and a bar at The Bell Hotel. The on-site restaurant, The Old Dining Room, offers lunch and dinner. In addition to a conference centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free property, a banquet hall and laundry services
  • A ballroom, a 24-hour front desk and 3 meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 9.60 per day)

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Old Dining Room

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 9.60 per day (49 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Bell Hotel
Bell Hotel Sandwich
Bell Sandwich
The Bell Hotel Sandwich, Kent

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bell Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bell Hotel?

As of 24 Jul, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bell Hotel on 27 Jul, 2025 start from S$178.96, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Bell Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Bell Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Bell Hotel located?

Situated in Sandwich, this hotel is steps from Secret Gardens of Sandwich and within 3 mi (5 km) of Royal St George's Golf Club and Prince's Golf Club. Sandwich Bay Beach and Richborough Roman Fort are also within 3 miles (5 km). Sandwich Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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The Bell Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 272 out of 530 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 177 out of 530 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 530 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 530 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 530 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jason

Disliked: Cleanliness
Rooms need updates
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Damien

Great location and like many hotels of this nature - charming and dated in equal measure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Keith Simpson

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

Great hotel

Great hotel...my go to in Sandwich
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and staff were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

Brilliant stay

Really had a great check in was meet by Simone who went out of her way to help us she had our drinks brought to us in the lounge and arranged for out luggage to be taken up to our room. We had a valentine meal and everyone of the staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel, simple check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Georgina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were there for less than 24 hours. It was OK, nothing went wrong. Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service as always, friendly efficient staff. Very comfortable room. Delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly efficient staff and very helpful. Breakfast was also excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value one night stay , good quality coffee in rooms and comfy bed , couldn’t fault it for price .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely central location, great rooms, convenient to walk anywhere, Lovely Breakfast, very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very clean hotel, in a great location with an extremely friendly team of staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
River view room very comfortable. Shower good. Fresh milk provided in flask, generous amounts of tea and coffee provided. Breakfast very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

Great little hotel

Nice hotel, great location on the water of lovely little town of Sandwich, nice chilled outdoor terrace and breakfast was really good and staff were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

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

Great hotel

Friendly staff, nice touch with fresh milk given out on check in for tea coffee in room. Cosy room clean and tidy, comfy. Breakfast very good everything on offer quick and hot. Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Roger

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lifts were invented 150 years ago!! Hotel would be better with a lift. Would also be better without getting an upset stomach 2 days in a row, from the breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

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

Lovely stay

Enjoyed our stay, lovely atmosphere in the evening, staff were friendly and helpful. We will definitely return
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying at The Bell. Staff are very friendly. Food is really good, wonderful breakfast with awesome choices included. Room was very well appointed with superb view of the river.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Sandwich is lovely . Chose a riverside room at the Bell if you prefer quietness.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location, very scenic

Great hotel in the middle of Sandwich, very lovely front of house staff and ample paid parking over the road (free between 6pm-9am).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reception accomplished without problems, very welcoming. Room was clean and very welcoming. Enjoyable views from our room. Definitely would book again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Can't fault it!

Lovely hotel. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff Clean, not fancy
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

MIchael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenience of the restaurant. I dont think there was a lift so a little difficult to get to a top floor room with luggage.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024