Hythe

Travel Guide
Hythe featuring interior views, religious aspects and heritage elements
“Venice in Kent” offers charming canals, a busy farmers market and a stately hilltop church with skeletons in the closet.

Hythe is a quaint Kentish town dotted with relics of its long and rich heritage as an important marketplace and the major harbour in the Cinque Port. The town features a distinctive waterway, the Royal Military Canal, which was intended to assist the town’s defence against Napoleonic invasions.

Stroll down the tree-lined path along the canal that runs through town and under the central Stade Street. On a sunny day, rent a boat from near the Ladies Walk Bridge and paddle among the swans. Join the town’s festivities every second year at the Hythe Venetian Fete and cheer decorated floats as they parade down the canal. Wander up the terraces to historic St. Leonard’s Church, the stately 11th-century cathedral-style church containing an ossuary with over 2,000 human skulls. 

Visit Red Lion Square, the old market square which brought many merchants and townspeople from the surrounding East Kent villages in medieval times. The Farmers Market still operates in the square every second Saturday. Investigate the Red Lion Square’s ornate Victorian drinking fountain, donated to the town in 1866. If it's a nice day, wander down to the beachfront and enjoy a quiet and relaxing walk along the esplanade, and enjoy the clear views across the sea to the French coast.

Fun for the whole family can be found at Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, located 4 miles (6 kilometres) from Hythe. Set in an early 20th-century mansion’s grand estate, the Animal Park has cared for an impressive collection of African and Asiatic animals since 1976. 

Hythe is located 14 miles (23 kilometres) southwest of Dover. The East Kent Stagecoach service has a main interchange point in Hythe, making it a convenient place to visit while touring around Kent county. Hythe has a warm, seaside climate, but prepare for high chances of rain in the colder months. Thankfully, British pubs have been providing refuge from British drizzle for centuries, so enjoy a pint like a Kentish local. 

Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf
Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf
4 out of 5
Princes Parade, Hythe, England
The price is S$103 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
S$103
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Hythe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,021 reviews)
"We arrived at the hotel at 12:30 and although check in is not meant to be until 4 there is a sign saying if the room is ready early you can have it, luckily for us ours was so we took full advantage, the room we had was modern, clean and well equipped, I unfortunately managed to break the blinds ..."

Reviewed on 28 Mar,2024

Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf
OYO Stade Court Hotel
OYO Stade Court Hotel
3 out of 5
Stade Street, West Parade, Hythe, England
The price is S$161 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
S$161
per night
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Hythe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Hythe Pool and Fisherman's Beach are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (222 reviews)
"Friendly staff, Very pleasantly surprised with the size/space in the room. Would defo use again."

Reviewed on 25 Mar,2024

OYO Stade Court Hotel
Treehouse Hotel - At Port Lympne Reserve
Treehouse Hotel - At Port Lympne Reserve
4 out of 5
Port Lympne Reserve, Nr. Ashford, Hythe, England
The price is S$979 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
S$979
per night
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 4-star lodge in Hythe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and Port Lympne ...
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
"Being able to wake up and hear the lions in the morning or the monkeys calling made the whole experience magical well worth the trip, will be staying again soon"

Reviewed on 11 Oct,2023

Treehouse Hotel - At Port Lympne Reserve
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Dover Town Rooms
Dover Town Rooms
2.5 out of 5
5 Eastbrook Place, Maison Dieu Road, Dover, England
Stay at this vacation home in Dover. Enjoy a garden and 1 bedroom. Popular attractions Pencester Gardens and Dover Museum are located nearby. Discover genuine ...
8/10 Very Good! (21 reviews)
"Central location"

Reviewed on 15 Sep,2023

Dover Town Rooms
Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve
Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve
2 out of 5
Port Lympne Reserve, Nr. Ashford, Hythe, England
Stay at this campground in Hythe. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Port Lympne Wild Animal ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6 reviews)
Fantastic experience with kids
"Everything was beautiful the staff were amazing. Definitely an amazing experience loved it"

Reviewed on 4 Jan,2024

Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve
The Clarendon Hotel
The Clarendon Hotel
2 out of 5
51 - 53 Beach St, Deal, England
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Deal. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a Smart TV. Popular attractions Deal Pier and Astor Theatre are located nearby. Discover ...
The Clarendon Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
20 Jan 2020

We didn’t go far but a wonder around the grounds and along the beach at the front of the hotel was lovely. It’s in a lovely location and Hythe beach was beautiful.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
18 Jan 2020

I will return to Hotel .....I love spa and swimming pool.....very warm rooms with nice equipment...staff ready to help....perfect possibility to use spa after check out.....how long you want.....thanks...

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
7 Jan 2020

Very nice place we have stayed before.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
5 Jan 2020

The seafront is beautiful and we took a stroll along to Folkestone. There is a Waitrose about 5 minutes walk from the hotel with the town just behind it.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
4 Jan 2020

A bit too quiet for us

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
28 Dec 2019

Peaceful seaside location