A 24-room hotel on The Square in Maidstone, suited to travellers touring Kent who want a pool, bar and free parking on-site.
What's nearby
- Lenham Village Store next door
- The Red Lion next door
- The Bow Window Cafe next door
- Homebake next door
- The Co-operative Food Lenham, Faversham Road next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
Payment
- ✓Debit cards
Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
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About Dog & Bear Hotel
Travellers exploring Kent by car, or simply wanting a comfortable base in the centre of town, will find the Dog & Bear Hotel a practical choice. Set on The Square in Maidstone, it has 24 rooms and the kind of facilities that suit both short breaks and longer stays, including free on-site parking, which makes it easy to head out to the wider county and return without any hassle.
Rooms come with drinks provided, and guests have access to a restaurant and bar on site, along with breakfast each morning. There's also an indoor swimming pool, a garden, a lift, and meeting rooms for those combining business with leisure. Free WiFi, luggage storage and laundry service round out the practical extras, and pets are welcome, so it works equally well for a dog-friendly getaway.
Beyond the hotel itself, The Square has entertainment, pubs, bars and restaurants close by, making evenings easy without needing to travel far. It's a straightforward, well-equipped base for anyone wanting to explore Maidstone and the surrounding Kent countryside.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Guests consistently praise this hotel for its friendly and helpful staff, excellent food including delicious breakfast and dinner, convenient parking, and good value for money. These positive aspects contribute to a highly satisfactory guest experience.
Some reviews mention the rooms can be dated.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- The Square, Maidstone
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Maidstone