Deal
Things to do in Deal, Kent
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Deal is a coastal town in Kent with two castles at its heart. Walmer Castle and Gardens, rated 4.7 from around 4,700 reviews, and Deal Castle, rated 4.4 from around 3,300 reviews, draw visitors who come to explore their fortifications and grounds. The beaches here are well-regarded—Deal Beach is rated 4.6 from 173 reviews, while Walmer Beach scores 4.8 from 35 reviews. Betteshanger Park, rated 4.5 from nearly 2,000 reviews, offers green space for walking and recreation, and there is a leisure centre with a pool and other facilities.
The town has a solid stock of hotels and guest houses to choose from, ranging from the Royal Hotel (rated 4.2 from over 1,000 reviews) to The Crown Lodges (rated 4.6 from 661 reviews) and several others in between. For those wanting to camp, Lillyroos is rated 4.8 from around 300 reviews, and Cottington Lakes is rated 4.5 from 213 reviews. Both offer an alternative to staying in a hotel bed.
Eating out presents no shortage of choice. It's The Real Deal and Reds Brisket Pit both score 4.9, though from smaller review counts. Margheritas and The Blue Mermaid are both rated 4.5, the Waterfront Hotel restaurant reaches 4.3, and The Landmark Cafe and Centre is rated 4.4. Whether you want casual dining or something more formal, there are options within walking distance of the seafront.
Where to stay in Deal(17)
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Bears Well Guest House
10 St Georges Road, Deal
Dunkerleys Restaurant and Hotel
19 Beach St, Deal
Endearing Edwardian House in Quaint Deal
155 Church Path, Deal
Number One B&B
Number One B&b, Deal
Sutherland House Hotel
186 London Road, Deal
The Crown Lodges
The Crown Inn The Street, Deal
The Plough Inn Ripple
Church Lane, Deal
The Rose
91 High Street, Deal
Things to Do in Deal(9)
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Where to Eat in Deal(12)
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Attractions Near Deal
All attractions in Deal →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Deal.
5 mi
St Margarets Bay
Dover · ⭐ 4.2
6 mi
Fan Bay Deep Shelter
Dover · ⭐ 4.8
6 mi
Dover District Leisure Centre
Dover · ⭐ 4.3
7 mi
Dover Transport Museum
Dover · ⭐ 4.8
Dover Castle
Dover · ⭐ 4.7
8 mi
Ramsgate Main Sands
Ramsgate · ⭐ 4.5
8 mi
Cineworld Dover
Dover · ⭐ 4.5
8 mi
Playbase
Dover · ⭐ 4.6
Camping in Deal(2)
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Self-Catering Cottages in Deal
All cottages in Deal →Anchor Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £417
Harold House
3 bed · sleeps 9 · from £791
The Miners House
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £533
Violet Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 6
Coastal View
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £513
Chalet 56
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £337
Chalet 47 By The Sea
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £627
Chalet Lodge
3 bed · sleeps 6
Common questions about Deal
How many campsites are there in Deal?
We list 2 campsites in and around Deal, of which 2 take tents and 1 offer glamping.
Which campsites in Deal have electric hook-up?
1 of the 2 campsites we list in Deal offer an electric hook-up.
Where can I stay in Deal?
We list 17 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Deal.
What is there to do in Deal?
We list 9 attractions and things to do in and around Deal.
Where can I eat in Deal?
We list 12 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Deal.
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