Seaside tranquility awaits at this welcoming retreat where guests can enjoy a complimentary manager's reception or unwind in comfortable accommodations
The Castle Hotel, by the sea, offers a daily manager's reception, adding value to your stay. Enjoy a cozy bar for evening drinks and a restaurant for meals. Guests appreciate WiFi in common areas and self-parking options.
Located in Hythe, The Castle Hotel is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at White Cliffs of Dover and Kent Downs, while The Dolls House and Elham Valley Railway Museum are cultural highlights. Brockhill Park Performing Arts College and Marsh Maize Maze are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Hythe travel guide
The Green, Saltwood, Hythe, England, CT21 4AJ
What's nearby
Brockhill Country Park
9 min walk - 0.8 km
St Leonard's Church
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Hythe Beach
3 min drive - 1.7 km
Crypt of St. Leonard
12 min walk - 1.1 km
The Dolls House
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Hythe Station
15 min walk
Gatwick Airport (LGW)
83 min drive
Restaurants
Everest Inn
18 min walk
The Waterfront
3 min drive
The Hope Inn
3 min drive
The Red Lion
18 min walk
Park Road Fish Bar
3 min drive
About this property
The Castle Hotel
Hotel by the sea
Consider a stay at The Castle Hotel and take advantage of a free daily manager's reception, a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and coffee/tea in reception
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 8.50 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Free daily manager's reception
Snack bar/deli
Family friendly
Snack bar/deli
Guest services
No housekeeping service
Accessibility
No lift
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
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Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15, per pet, per night, plus a deposit of GBP 50 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and from GBP 8.50 for children
Pet deposit: GBP 50 per stay
Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Castle Hotel Hythe
Castle Hythe
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Inn The Castle Hotel Hythe
Hythe The Castle Hotel Inn
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Inn The Castle Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Castle Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of GBP 50 per stay and a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at The Castle Hotel?
As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Castle Hotel on 11 Mar 2026 start from RM352, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Castle Hotel?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at The Castle Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 20 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at The Castle Hotel?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is The Castle Hotel located?
Situated by the sea, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Brockhill Park Performing Arts College and Brockhill Country Park. St Leonard's Church and Crypt of St. Leonard are also within 15 minutes. Hythe Station is 15 minutes by foot and Hythe Sandling Station is 22 minutes.
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Reviews
The Castle Hotel Reviews
7.8
Good
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Perfect place to stop over prior to ferry or Chunnel crossing. Not too far to walk into town although it’s uphill all the way back. Friendly staff and very welcoming.
Comfortable stay in good location. Hospitable and friendly.
Christine
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
6/10 Okay
Michelle
19 Oct 2025
Liked: Room comfort
Friendly staff, convenient location from Port Lympne, not far from town centre, sky tv. However, very weak WiFi, room very small and needs some TLC. Was handy for the night but glad I used my Tesco points and didn’t spend my money.
I think from other reviews it has just been taken over, so will be given a makeover soon.
This small hotel is clean and friendly. The food is all freshly prepared and cooked for each order. It was very tasty and well presented. Owners and staff are friendly and welcoming.
They also welcome, for a small charge, well behaved dogs which is great if you own a pet that you cannot leave at home with someone else. Our little dog loved the area and there was a nice walk close by.
Lovely area to stay close to beach and restaurants, bathroom very dated needs upgrading , but overall nice stay
Maria
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Paul
27 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property upgrade in progress. Accommodation fine.
Pub area very welcoming. Good English breakfast. Lovely hosts.
Paul
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
nicola
19 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely stay
Lovely place, abit dated and could do with a few more facilities in the room .. it was very basic but at top prices to book. Hosts were very lovely and friendly
Very good service from staff nothing to much trouble.
Stephen
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Siobhan
3 Nov 2024
Disliked: Room comfort
A two night stay away. The room was a nice size.
The carpark is shared with village, so the first night we had to park on the road.
The checking in times are strict, as the bar/ pub closes.
We stayed here as we had a reservation at hide and fox resturant, perfect location as its almost opposite!
Owners lovely, room was comfortable and clean, although a little dated and small.
We only had a pre dinner drink in the pub so cant comment on the food as we opted to have brunch down in hythe the following morning.
Room had tv with various channels, tea and coffee facilities, also shower gel and shampoo was provided in the shower room
Only needed a room for the night, so not a lot to say. Met needs just fine, quiet and clean. Room exactly as specified, and set up as requested. Woould use again.
We stayed here for one night. The pub is a proper old English pub. Nice garden to sit in even though it on the main road that runs through the village but it's not a problem as it seems very quiet. Staff are very friendly and welcoming. Large selection of bear, larger and spirits. The food was reasonably priced and fresh. Room we stayed in had a 4 poster bed which was very comfortable as well as comfortable pillows. Some people will moan the decor is dated in the rooms and to a degree it is but it's clean and comfortable. I would say that in time this will be updated. The cost of living effects not just people but business as well. Front of house is what people see ie the pub which looks like it has not long been done so in time i am sure the rooms will be to. Only bad point is no milk in the morning for tea in the room as it had gone off. A small fridge in the room would solve the problem but not a big deal. If we are ever this way again i would stay here. And even recommend it to family and friends. Look forward to sticky toffee pudding if we go back.
Had a twin bed room with my daughter for 2 nights. Room and beds were ok and in a quiet area apart from a few other guests who were quite noisy. Bit disappointed that the kitchen was not in use as we had a very long journey. Staff were very nice and helpful
Hotel was in the last few days of ownership before handover to new owners. Old owners were pleasant enough, but I felt we got the minimum acceptable service.
We had stayed twice before, but it made no difference. Minimum acceptable service means Average Star Marking.
Property in poor repair and gardens overgrown and not looked after
Food very basic
The bar shut at 20.30hrs after the locals left, asked to have our drinks in our bedroom and made feel uncomfortable until we finished our drink
Arrived to find there was no food available at the hotel. Nothing to communicate this beforehand.
There was also no WiFi and no communication about this beforehand either
Macerator in a few of the rooms too so super noisy not just ours but everyone else's at all hours especially with the early start we had the morning afterwards
John
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Richard
24 Jul 2023
Liked: Staff & service
Rooms & decor in the rooms need updating. Dining area is lovely & good value for money!