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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A long dining table set with glassware, cutlery, and floral centerpieces.

A picnic area with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by a wooden fence and trees.

A compact kitchen with a wooden countertop, grey cabinets, and a tiled backsplash.

1. The Lower Bell

3.1 km from The Friars

John

RM319

RM383 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, a changing room, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A double room with two beds, a nightstand, two wall-mounted lamps, and a blue accent wall.

A modern bar area with a wooden ceiling, a large TV screen, and a well-stocked bar counter.

A spacious room with teal walls, wooden flooring, and a large mirror.

2. Village Hotel Maidstone

3 km from The Friars

Philip

RM300

RM360 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A room with a herringbone wooden floor, a blue sofa, and a fireplace.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, water bottles, and a projector screen.

A dining table set for two with chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of a street through large windows.

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a folded white towel, and a small potted plant on the nightstand.

3. Hamlet Hotels Maidstone

2.2 km from The Friars

Michael

RM275

RM330 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A large, historic stone building with multiple towers and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with two beds, a red headboard, a wooden door, a window with curtains, and a teddy bear on the bed.

A room with a green armchair, a red sofa, a television, framed botanical prints, a window with curtains, and a fire extinguisher.

A window with a view of a castle, a grassy courtyard, and a wooden door with metal studs.

4. Maidens Tower B&B

12.7 km from The Friars

lisa

RM1,308

RM1,570 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view through an open door.

A living room with a beige sofa, two dark cushions, a lamp, a television on a stand, and a window with a striped valance.

A dining table set with plates, bowls, and cutlery, with purple chairs and a framed picture on the wall.

A two-story house with a brick extension, a wooden gate, and a garden with potted plants.

5. The Barn At Woodview

19 km from The Friars

Benjamin

RM683

RM820 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A balcony with a white table and a black chair, overlooking a marina with boats and buildings in the background.

A wooden staircase with built-in lighting, leading to a door at the top.

A riverboat with a covered deck and a dining area, docked at a marina with several boats.

A bedroom with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a ladder. There are framed pictures on the wall and a shelf with books and a lamp.

6. Inner Dowsing Lightship

8.1 km from The Friars

Eric James

RM472

RM566 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A building with a sign reading "the Tickled Trout" and outdoor seating.

A traditional building with a brick facade, a wooden deck, and a red telephone booth.

A restaurant interior with brick walls, wooden tables, and leather chairs.

A cozy room with a dark blue sofa, a wooden table, and framed pictures on the wall.

7. The Tickled Trout

6.4 km from The Friars

Deirdre

RM302

RM363 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An arched doorway with two side tables, each with a lamp, leading to a room with a chandelier.

A grand living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, a wooden staircase, and a chandelier.

A grand staircase with white balustrades and a chandelier.

A four-poster bed with ornate carvings, two bedside tables with lamps, and a view of a bathroom with a yellow floral wall.

8. Stone Court House

5.2 km from The Friars

Ben

RM407

RM598 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A traditional brick house with a garden pathway leading to the entrance.

A riverside garden with a pathway, lush greenery, and a building with a brick facade.

A couple dining at a table with a city view, a rose, and a candle.

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a large bed with multiple pillows, bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a window with floral curtains.

9. The Stable Courtyard Bedrooms at Leeds Castle

12.7 km from The Friars

"The property was in a fairytale house in a magical location. All the little extra touches - such as bathrobes and slippers. daily complimentary water, chocolate etc - were truly the icing on the cake. The staff showed a real pride in working at the Castle and truly helped to set the atmosphere. Check-in and out were brilliant. The restaurant was superb with a jaw-dropping view of the Castle and sumptuous breakfast. If you think I seem enthusiastic it is because I am!"

Caroline

RM767

RM920 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wooden nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A table with a bottle of fruit blend, a glass, and a bottle of Coca-Cola outside a building with a sign reading 'The Windmill'.

A chalkboard with promotional offers for wine and pizza.

A wooden table with a teapot, a cup, a saucer, and a bowl with sugar cubes.

10. The Windmill

11.8 km from The Friars

Heike Andrea

RM390

RM467 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A rustic bar area with wooden furniture, a chalkboard menu, and various bottles on shelves.

A rustic dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a wooden bench, and a ceiling covered in foliage.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs under green umbrellas, surrounded by brick walls and potted plants.

A cozy pub interior with a brick fireplace, leather armchair, wooden stools, and a bar area.

11. The Black Horse Inn

8.4 km from The Friars

DAVID

RM529

RM634 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A grand staircase with ornate woodwork, a large family portrait, and a cozy seating area with a fireplace.

An outdoor dining area with candle-lit tables, greenery, and string lights.

A room with a fireplace, a chandelier, a large table with a bowl of champagne, and two armchairs.

A grand room with a grand piano, a leather armchair, and a bookshelf filled with books.

12. Chilston Park Hotel

19.2 km from The Friars

Jonathan

RM562

RM674 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A brick house with white window shutters, a well-maintained garden with various flowers, and a neatly trimmed hedge.

A sign for 'The Beaumont Car Park Reception' with a pathway leading to a building.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a wardrobe, and a small table with a tray.

A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

13. The Beaumont - B&B

18 km from The Friars

George

RM365

RM437 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A dining area with a high ceiling, a skylight, and a chandelier. There are tables and chairs arranged for dining.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and purple umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and a sign indicating breakfast service.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a bedside lamp.

A modern living room with a sofa, a leather chair, a small round table with a plant, and a floor lamp.

14. The Carpenters Arms

14.8 km from The Friars

Mike

RM521

RM626 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A living room with a sofa, a lamp, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A row of beach huts with steps leading up to them, a paved path beside the beach, and the ocean in the background.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a chandelier, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

15. Green Cottages

19.4 km from The Friars

Nicholas

RM1,367

RM1,640 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

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

A traditional building with a sign reading "Dog & Bear Hotel" and a courtyard garden sign.

A billiards room with a pool table, wooden chairs, and a bar area with a sign indicating board and bar games are available.

An outdoor patio area with wooden picnic tables and planters with flowers.

16. Dog & Bear Hotel

18.8 km from The Friars

Adam

RM524

RM629 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A restaurant with a checkered floor, a dessert counter, and a sign for 'Sweet Tooth?'.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, a bathroom, and a cityscape picture on the wall.

A reception area with a checkered floor, wooden reception desk, and multiple bar counters.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the parking lot.

17. Spring River Ebbsfleet by Marston's Inns

17.7 km from The Friars

Taisir

RM218

RM262 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A building with a sign indicating it is the Castle Hotel, featuring a traditional architectural style with a white facade and multiple windows.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a chandelier, and a window with a view of greenery.

A room with a large window, two grey upholstered chairs, and a white radiator.

A room with large arched windows with multiple panes, a white ceiling, and a view of neighboring houses.

18. Castle Hotel

19.2 km from The Friars

Victoria

RM629

RM755 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A large building with a covered outdoor area near a body of water.

A building with a large glass facade, surrounded by lush greenery and a body of water.

A bar area with multiple taps, a selection of bottles, and a menu board.

A building with a dark roof and large windows, a wooden fence, and a well-maintained hedge.

19. Weald of Kent

16 km from The Friars

Christine

RM292

RM350 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a glass wall on one side, and a row of exercise machines on the other.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception area, and a bar.

A sauna with wooden benches and a sloped ceiling.

A hotel with a covered entrance, a brick facade, and a garden area with pathways.

20. ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

5.8 km from The Friars

Robert

RM328

RM394 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to The Friars

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lower Bell	8.0 Very good 153 reviews	View
Village Hotel Maidstone	7.8 Good 1,002 reviews	View
Hamlet Hotels Maidstone	7.6 Good 249 reviews	View
Maidens Tower B&B	10.0 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
The Barn At Woodview	9.8 Exceptional 19 reviews	View

Top The Friars Hotel Reviews

The Lower Bell

10/10 Excellent

"Small clean well appointed room in outbuilding. Large free car park. Good WiFi. Friendly helpful staff. No food available on sight."

Lindenstone Apartments

8/10 Good

"Nice spot for a short stay."

Hamlet Hotels Maidstone

8/10 Good

"Very pleasant welcome. Room clean but wardrobe disappointing and smell in bathroom otherwise nice room. Enjoyed a beer in the garden at night! Great breakfast! Bit disappointing when checking out as waited 5 minutes and no staff appeared! As we didn’t need to settle any bill I just left the key on the counter."

The King and Queen

8/10 Good

"Check-in was a little slow — the booking system seemed to be having an off day — but the staff were friendly and helpful throughout. We were shown to our room, which was upstairs in the side building. We’d read other reviews mentioning these rooms run hot, and unfortunately that held true for us too. Thankfully there was a fan in the room, which we set up and it made a real difference. Aside from the heat, the room itself was excellent — really clean, well maintained, and everything in great condition, with plenty of hot water for both the shower and basin. One small niggle (echoed in other reviews too) is that the stairwell light runs on a push-button timer that’s set a bit too short. Overall though, a high-quality room, just a touch warm. We didn’t eat here in the evening, but we made good use of the excellent range of beers on offer — very welcome after a day out, and thoroughly enjoyed. Breakfast was the one letdown. It’s a continental spread — a carton of orange juice, a couple of boxes of cereal, an oat bar, and a small carton of milk in the fridge. Underwhelming enough that we walked across the road instead, where we had a brilliant breakfast. If the owner’s reading this, it might be worth either partnering with the place across the road and offering breakfast there for a small supplement, or scrapping the current offering altogether and just pointing guests in that direction. Would we stay again - yes absolutely!"

Premier Inn Maidstone Town Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Room was nice and clean and the a/c was very appreciated with all the hot weather!"

Royal Lodge Maidstone

10/10 Excellent

"Clean the room ,spider and no towel on the site they say we have tee or cofee,nothing no plate no cutlery for 60 per night it is too much"

Premier Inn Maidstone - Allington

8/10 Good

"Very satisfied with my stay. Bella at the front desk was super."

Premier Inn Maidstone - West Malling

8/10 Good

"Very basic, helpful staff. Wifi pretty poor. Isolated area"

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8.8/10 (19 reviews)

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Leybourne Lakes Country Park

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Oare Marshes Nature Reserve

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Cobtree Manor Park

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Allington Castle

After visiting Allington Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Maidstone. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

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Whatman Park

8.0/10 (1 review)

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Gallagher Stadium

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Friars?

The Friars is located in a welcoming area of Aylesford known for its bar scene and golfing. You'll find 227 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near The Friars?

Village Hotel Maidstone is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located 1.9 mi (3 km) from The Friars. Other good options within a few miles include Hamlet Hotels Maidstone and ORIDA Maidstone Hotel.

How many hotels will I find near The Friars?

Expedia has 227 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from The Friars.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Friars, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near The Friars.

What can I see and do near The Friars?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Maidstone Museum and Tyrewhitt-Drake Museum of Carriages. Explore notable local landmarks like St. Leonard's Tower, Rochester Bridge and Six Poor Travellers House. You can enjoy live performances at Hazlitt Theatre and Pizza Express Music Room.

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Our top choices for The Friars hotels

1. The Lower Bell

2. Village Hotel Maidstone

3. Hamlet Hotels Maidstone

4. Maidens Tower B&B

5. The Barn At Woodview

6. Inner Dowsing Lightship

7. The Tickled Trout

8. Stone Court House

9. The Stable Courtyard Bedrooms at Leeds Castle

10. The Windmill

11. The Black Horse Inn

12. Chilston Park Hotel

13. The Beaumont - B&B

14. The Carpenters Arms

15. Green Cottages

16. Dog & Bear Hotel

17. Spring River Ebbsfleet by Marston's Inns

18. Castle Hotel

19. Weald of Kent

20. ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

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Top The Friars Hotel Reviews

The Lower Bell

Lindenstone Apartments

Hamlet Hotels Maidstone

The King and Queen

Premier Inn Maidstone Town Centre

Royal Lodge Maidstone

Premier Inn Maidstone - Allington

Premier Inn Maidstone - West Malling

Other attractions near The Friars

Larkfield Leisure Centre

Kent Life

Leybourne Lakes Country Park

Oare Marshes Nature Reserve

Cobtree Manor Park

Allington Castle

Whatman Park

Gallagher Stadium

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