Located in Canterbury, The Grove Ferry Inn is in the historical district and near a train station. Whitstable Harbour and Westgate and Birchington Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Dreamland and Wingham Wildlife Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at St. Lawrence Ground or Lydden Hill Race Circuit. Boat tours offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
Take advantage of free English breakfast, a terrace and a garden at The Grove Ferry Inn. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and a bar.
Other perks at this inn include:
Free self-parking
Barbecues, luggage storage and meeting rooms
Smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at The Grove Ferry Inn have comforts, such as premium bedding, in addition to
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Free toiletries and hairdryers
Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
Electric kettles and daily housekeeping
Languages
English, German
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Playground
Family friendly
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Luggage storage
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Business services
Meeting room
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
2 floors
Building
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets not allowed
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
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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Grove Ferry Inn pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Grove Ferry Inn?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Grove Ferry Inn?
Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Grove Ferry Inn?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Grove Ferry Inn located?
Situated in the historical district, this inn is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Isle of Thanet and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve. East Blean Woods National Nature Reserve and Wingham Wildlife Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
The Grove Ferry Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Had a lovely stay, very friendly staff and welcoming. John and Jane where great hosts, breakfast is huge, made to order and very tasty. Room where very comfortable.
Adrienne
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
6/10 Okay
Phil
Travelled with partner
10 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice location next to the river. Evening meal service not great, waited nearly an hour just to get a drink then starter and main came out at more or less the same time. Restaurant was not busy (half full) and had plenty of staff on so i dont know why we had to ask to be served. Lovely breakfast.
Lovely area a good location for surrounding areas to visit. Staff were friendly nothing too much trouble very attentive. Would definitely recommend visiting and would stay again.
What a lovely warm welcome we received from the young team at Grove Ferry Inn. We were welcomed with a big smile and once we were checked in at the bar our host offered to carry our bags to our room and actually showed us to the door, didn't leave us searching corridors for our room - nice touch! We stayed in Gin & Tonic and the room was clean and spacious and beautifully decorated. we were very comfy! We were too late for dinner sadly, as caught up in traffic, however we were given local recommendations and had a lovely meal at Bill's in Canterbury. Breakfast was served up until 11am so we sauntered down at 9am and enjoyed a hearty big breakfast with copious amounts of tea and juice. Special shout out to the young waitress who was so helpful and polite - couldn't do enough for us. A 5*hotel the Grove Ferry is not and in areas could maybe do with a little upgrading, but if you are looking for a lovely setting, with 5 star staff then you won't be disappointed. We would definitely book again, excellent value for money.
Richard
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
8/10 Good
Brian
Travelled with partner
11 Sept 2021
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Quiet location. Convenient for north Kent coastal towns. Adjacent to wildlife preservation area and river.