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Dog & Bear Hotel

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You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a bar at Dog & Bear Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Dog and Bear Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is RM412
RM495 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a phone, and a window with curtains.

Family of Four

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through the window.

Superior Family

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A four-poster bed with a teal throw blanket, a white dresser, a mirror, a television, and a fireplace.

Feature

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a brown headboard, white linens, and a grey pillow. There is a small table with a kettle, cups, and a tray of towels.

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a desk with a chair, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A double bed with a white duvet and two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, and a bathroom door.

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, desk, chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Maidstone, Dog & Bear Hotel is near a train station. Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway and Kent Science Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Leeds Castle and Belmont House and Gardens. The Hawking Centre and Stoneacre are also worth visiting. Visit our Maidstone travel guide
Map
The Square, Lenham, Maidstone, England, ME17 2P6

What's nearby

  • A large castle with multiple towers and a moat.
    Leeds Castle
    12 min drive - 11.0 km
  • A coastal cliff with a clear view of the ocean.
    Kent Downs
    16 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Weald of Kent Golf Club
    14 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway
    14 min drive - 16.4 km
  • The Big Cat Sanctuary
    16 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • Lenham Station
    11 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW)
    62 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Potting Shed
    13 min drive
  • Costa Coffee
    10 min drive
  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • The Sun Inn
    9 min drive
  • Fruiterers
    9 min drive

About this property

Dog & Bear Hotel

  • Hotel near Leeds Castle
  • You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a bar at Dog & Bear Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Dog and Bear Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • English breakfast (surcharge), free newspapers and coffee/tea in reception
    • Smoke-free property, a banquet hall and 1 meeting room
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Dog & Bear Hotel offer amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers
    • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Dog and Bear Restaurant

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1602
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog & Bear Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 20.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Dog & Bear Hotel?

As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog & Bear Hotel on 6 Sept 2026 start from RM412, 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 Dog & Bear Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog & Bear Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dog & Bear Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Dog & Bear Hotel located?

Situated in Maidstone, this hotel is within 6 miles (10 km) of St John the Baptist, Doddington, Leeds Castle and St Peter & St Paul Church. The Hawking Centre and Hothfield Heathlands Nature Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km). Lenham Station is 11 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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