Evening closure of Precincts, Tues 26 – Sat 30 September
Due to the Luxmuralis light show and the need to manage large queues, public entry to the Precincts after 17:30 will only be possible for Luxmuralis ticket holders or those attending Choral Evensong.
Planning your visit? Remember to check our upcoming closures.
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A home for the night
The Lodge
Cathedral Lodge offers Canterbury’s best-located accommodation and conference facilities.
Superb, well-equipped bedrooms overlook beautiful gardens with wonderful Cathedral views.
You can also be assured that a tasty breakfast awaits you in the morning.
Cathedral Lodge is the perfect getaway destination for anyone visiting historic Canterbury.
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A Place to Stay

Hotels in Canterbury
Travelodge Canterbury Chaucer Central
Travelodge hotels provide a great range of rooms at an affordable price, with budgets to suit all.
The Canterbury Chaucer Central hotel is the perfect base for exploring the rich heritage of the medieval city of Canterbury. It's located next to the University and moments away from the iconic cathedral.
All standard double rooms feature a comfy king size bed with four plump pillows and a cosy duvet. The on-site restaurant and bar serves breakfast and tasty evening meals.

Hotels in Canterbury
Abode Canterbury
With its central location, in the heart of the city, ABode Canterbury is part of the AA Hotel Group of the year 2017-18 and the perfect base to explore this historic city.
Individually designed bedrooms, contemporary bathrooms and a warm welcome await you. You can also look forward to fine dining in the The County Restaurant or relax with a drink in hand in the Champagne Bar.

Hotels in Canterbury
Hampton By Hilton Canterbury
Priding itself on comfortable rooms, Hampton by Hilton is Canterbury's newest hotel, found in a historic location. Set on a cobblestone shopping street, this relaxed hotel is close to Canterbury Cathedral and a short walk from Canterbury East train station. The pretty Westgate Gardens and the River Great Stour are less than ten minutes' walk away.
Informal rooms with understated decor feature Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Upgraded rooms add sofabeds; some offer cathedral views. There's a fitness room and a bar, and breakfast is available.
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