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The Dog & Bear Hotel, The Square, Maidstone -0745 127 3975
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4.15
HOTEL RATING: 
VERY GOOD
4.15 out of 5 (1233 Ratings)
17.5 miles Central Theatre Chatham
v29 mins driving
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Hotel Description
Built in 1602 The Dog & Bear Hotel in Lenham offers cozy log fires a courtyard terrace and cooked breakfasts. With free parking Maidstone is a 20-minute drive away. The cozy bedrooms at Dog and Bear were visited by Queen Anne in 1704 and feature a private bathroom and tea and coffee facilities. All rooms have a TV and work space and Wi-Fi is accessible throughout. The popular pub restaurant serves a traditional British menu and seasonal specials using fresh local produce. With exposed beams and open fires the historic bar offers a selection of beverages and real ales. Overlooking Lenham's picturesque village square Dog & Bear Hotel is a 5-minute drive from Harrietsham Train station. The M20 highway can be reached in 10 minutes offering easy access to London. The coast at Folkestone is a 25-minute drive from the hotel.

Check-in time: 14:00   Check-out time: 11:00
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Free Internet
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Free Parking
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Non Smoking
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Pets Allowed
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Accessible
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Free Breakfast
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Business Center
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Airport Shuttle
Other Amenities
` Free Parking
` Garden
` Golf Course
` Meeting/Banquet Facilities
` Room Service
` Bar
` Trouser press
` Billiards
` Hiking
` Packed lunches
` Heating
` Fax/photocopying
` Private check-in/check-out
` On-site parking
` Accessible parking
` Designated Smoking Area
` Family Rooms
` Free Wi-Fi
` Live entertainment
` Restaurant(s)
` Daily Housekeeping
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Board games/puzzles
` Wine/champagne
` Pet bowls
` Outdoor furniture
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Invoices
` All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
` Food delivery
` Audible alarm
` balcony/terrace
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Kid-friendly dinning
` Non-smoking property
` Restaurant (special diets available)
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
` Pets allowed (charges may apply)
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The Dog & Bear Hotel Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Very Good (4.15 out of 5)

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4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Carol Fri, 11 July 2025

perfect stop off en route...

Liked: great location, dog friendly, good food

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Charlotte Wed, 9 July 2025

A lovely spot in central...

Liked: What a lovely pub in a picturesque Kent town. Easy to find, plenty of parking, and the food (dinner and breakfast) were superb. Lovely atmosphere in the restaurant and the staff were really friendly and helpful throughout the stay.

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Philip Sun, 6 July 2025

Superb

Liked: Everything was good
Disliked: N9thing

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Sheron Sat, 5 July 2025

Superb

Liked: Friendly staff, excellent food.
Disliked: Very dated bathroom with black mould on tiles in shower.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

David Fri, 4 July 2025

Comfortable and enjoyable visit.

Liked: Very clean spacious and comfortable room. Also very quiet,
Disliked: Nothing to dislike.

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Lyn Wed, 2 July 2025

Superb

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Andrew Mon, 30 June 2025

Very good

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Anonymous Mon, 30 June 2025

Lovely traditional place to stay

Liked: Our room was large, with a very comfortable 4 poster bed and attractive furniture.Breakfast was tasty and staff were mostly helpful and polite.

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Sarah Mon, 30 June 2025

Fanstastic

Liked: Lovely friendly staff, room was clean and well stocked with choice of teas and coffee, lots of choice for breakfast.Check in was a welcoming and easy with all information providedWe had dinner at the hotel, portions was huge and value for money.A lovely little getaway, would book again.

2

Disappointing - 2.0 out of 5

Julie Sun, 29 June 2025

Following a very pleasant stay...

Liked: Location great, convenient for us.
Disliked: A ground floor room when I requested a first floor roomSmell in room, not fresh , possibly pet friendly roomTatty furnitureBathroom not clean, black mould around bath sealantUnfriendly staff at breakfastBreakfast lacking certain items like yogurt pots as well as fresh fruit on our second morning

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