The Dog & Bear Hotel
4.2
Excellent(1,538 Reviews)Hotel in Borough of Swale
Reasons to book
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Internet / Wifi and more
About this hotel
Built in 1602, The Dog & Bear Hotel in Lenham offers cosy log fires, a courtyard terrace and cooked breakfasts. With free parking, Maidstone is a 20-minute drive away.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Balcony or Patio
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Borough of Swale
Available Rooms
1 Single • 129 ft²
Sleeps 1
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1 Queen • 172 ft²
Sleeps 2
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2 Single or 1 Queen • 193 ft²
Sleeps 2
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1 Queen • 236 ft²
Sleeps 3
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1 Queen • 236 ft²
Sleeps 4
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Reviews
4.2
Excellent(1,538 Reviews)100% verified reviews
4.2
Het café was heel gezellig. Authentieke Engelse ambiance. Een riant ontbijt met ruime keuze.
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4.2
Leuk hotel waar we met onze hond een kamer kregen met een kleine patiotuin met doorgang naar de parkeerplaats. Vriendelijk personeel en leuke winkels en pub in de buurt.
Afzuiging van de keuken was lawaaierig op de binnenplaats maar in de hotelkamer hadden we hier totaal geen last van.
4.2
Lovely old pub/hotel in the middle of Lenham village. Nice spacious, comfortable room which was quiet despite being in the old part of the hotel. The staff were lovely, there was ample parking (free) and the food was very good. Handy for the M20. Good value for money.
Beds were a little soft for our preference. No lift, but there wouldn't be in a building of this age.
4.2
Great range of breakfasts
4.2
Mooi kamer en goed eten.
De ramen zijn van hout. Dit hout is aan het wegrotten. Dit is niet zo fraai om te zien.
4.2
The evening meal was lovely and the room was comfortable. The staff were trying to do their best but clearly under pressure.
On arrival there was a wait to check in as the receptionist was busy doing something in the back office.The room I was given smelled of smoke so I asked for a different room. The second room was better but had lots of dust on surfaces.
Breakfast was not the best. The staff member was quite apparently feeling ill. I asked for 2 boiled eggs and was promptly told that there were only fried, poached or scrambled! She then rushed out looking like she was about to faint.
The alternative was sliced bread, croissants but no butter only margarine. A man then said they could do boiled eggs. After 15 minutes and no eggs I left.
4.2
Great breakfast options and lovely breakfast.
Nothing
4.2
Staff was very friendly, especially the ladies at the checkin and at breakfast service. Breakfast was delicious, especially the fresh orange juice and the range of healthy alternatives to English breakfast like porridge for example.
The cleanliness in the room could be improved. The glass on the desk had lip prints from a former guest, the courtesy products (hand and body milk) were already opened and used.
4.2
We liked two of the staff in particular who were very helpful, cheerful and attentive. Tasha and Agnatha (from Poland) thank you. The bed was comfortable, great towels, plenty of toiletries and teabags etc. A very good breakfast with great service and a wide choice. Location in Kent great for exploring the county on our driving holiday. Quite a few restaurants to eat in on the village square, with Indian and Chinese close by. A pleasant evening meal the beef pie, and the fish pie very tasty
The room was dark and smelt damp. The shower cubicle appeared to be very old, and the track was dirty. There is a warning that the water is very hot, but in room 23 the water pressure is really weak and it takes a lot of adjustments to have a shower at a reasonable temperature. Also the shower tray is mounted really high and if you are older or unsteady on your feet getting out of it onto the floor you really have to be careful. The extractor fan is useless and doesn’t always function and the tv controller is missing and has been for some time, also there is no ITV channel. The door to the bedroom complex we were in was rotting and the courtyard outside was dirty and dismal. I am sorry but for £100 a night things could be a lot better to give a more pleasant guest experience. Also felt your evening meal charges were a little expensive. As we understand it there’s not much money in beer, but plenty to be made in food and accommodation, and I think more focus should be on that.
4.2
Delightful and friendly staff. Nice room. Comfortable bed. Plentiful secure parking close by. Absolutely central location.
Wifi not reliable in my room, though fine if I went out to the courtyard.
4.2
nice big room, shower was powerful, bed was very comfortable
Paint peeling in bathroom, black mold on grout, woken by upstairs guests banging about early in the morning
4.2
Very good foods and beers with historical building, which is more than 400 years old.
Staffs are very friendly, and room is comfortable and clean. You can enjoy old little town with history.
Included breakfast is overwhelming, you can choose it from menu and they are also really good
4.2
Restaurant, staff, location and easy parking
Shower was tired
4.2
Lovely spot, very comfortable.
Friendly staff and very clean.
Little vegetarian choice.
Looked over carpark,on group d floor needed a blind at window.
4.2
the staff are very welcoming and helpful. breakfast was very appetizing and large portions - so don't order 2 dishes!
The room had a low ceiling but it didn't matter to us as we were only there for 1 night. plenty of hot water. we didnt have dinner as we arrived late in the evening.
Nothing to not like
4.2
It was so nice to have a bath, so many places only offer a shower and it was lovely to be able to relax in the warm water after a day's walking on the North Downs.
It would have been nice to have been offered cereal and fruit juice at breakfast. The full English breakfast was lovely but it's such a shame to not go the extra mile and scrimp on the breakfast experience.
4.2
Breakfast was good and cooked well.
Room was clean and well kept.
Dinner was good and well cooked.
We had no hot water for one morning but the manager transferred us to another superior room as compensation
4.2
Our room was at the front of the hotel and was very comfortable.
Our breakfast was very good.
The staff were friendly and efficient.
I think the outside of the hotel by the back entrance could be tidied up. It doesn't look good when you go to reception.
4.2
The beer
The breakfast, worst ever
4.2
Very slow service at restaurant 1nd for breakfast
4.2
Nice village pub
4.2
good character and great location in the village
issues using shower
4.2
friendly staff
one of the bedrooms I booked was clean but v tired and in need of an update.
4.2
confortabel and cozy English hotel, where you can have a drink and nice meal in the pub or restaurant
very friendly personnel and nice breakfast. Great value for your money.
4.2
- friendly, helpful staff
- nice location
- very good food
- nice choice of beers and lagers
can’t think of anything.
4.2
large room.
shower very weak
4.2
The bedroom was good.
The breakfasrt food was good.
4.2
Beautiful room. Friendly staff. Lovely choice at breakfast
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Borough of Swale?
The average price for a rental in Borough of Swale is R 2,065 per night. This rental is R 430 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Dog & Bear Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Dog & Bear Hotel pet friendly?
Yes! This hotel is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at The Dog & Bear Hotel?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, parking, and balcony or patio.
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