The Bowl Inn

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Scored 9
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.7

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Bowl Inn in Charing offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy British cuisine at the traditional restaurant, offering lunch and dinner with vegetarian options. The bar provides a relaxing atmosphere for evening drinks. Leisure Facilities: The property features a beautiful garden, outdoor dining area, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a patio, coffee machine, and outdoor furniture. Location and Attractions: Located 48 mi from London City Airport, the inn is near attractions such as Leeds Castle (8.7 mi) and Canterbury Cathedral (17 mi). Free on-site private parking is available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Alex
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We were out for dinner, but the room was excellent, clean and well appointed, and the breakfast was excellent”
Michael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff were lovely food was great and location excellent. We were also with our 6 month old Collie and staff were very accommodating Mike and Lisa”
Patrick
Israel Israel
“Lovely old inn and perfect for a family trip to Kent. A little out of the way… which was exactly what we were looking for! Lovely surrounding countryside and local villages. Comfortable, great breakfast and friendly staff. Perfect!”
Jon
Netherlands Netherlands
“Staff were very helpful and friendly. I was traveling with my son and all though we arrived very late in the evening after the kitchen staff had finished, they had prepared a cold platter for us to enjoy on arrival which was very enjoyable. At the...”
Chritina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“An inn we have stayed at a few times, comfortable, clean and welcoming. Food is lovely, and good for me who has severe milk and gluten intolerances. Staff were very informed on allergies and super helpful when ordering. The room is beautifully...”
Gail
Canada Canada
“We loved everything about this hotel. Great restaurant, cosy bar, wonderful rooms and completely dog friendly everywhere. What’s not to love.”
Pat
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Food was excellent room was good but a little small and upstairs as am very poor on my feet and stairs”
Martin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast was excellent, and evening food was really good”
John
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Comfortable, quiet location. Very good value for money. Food was good. Relaxing stay.”
Sheri
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly, welcoming, and accommodating staff. Friendly locals and beautiful surroundings”

Managed by Sam McGregor & Peter Watts

Company review score: 9.7Based on 673 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

The Bowl Inn is owned by Sam McGregor and Peter Watts, a father and daughter partnership. You will be greeted on the bar by Alice and the rest of the team.

Property info

The Bowl Inn is a 16th Century free house situated in the heart of the North Downs. Escape the beaten track and take in the charm of this beautiful country Inn overlooking the stunning Kent countryside. Enjoy sampling some of Kent's award winning local ales and continental lagers. We serve a traditional pub menu daily using the freshest locally sourced ingredients. Food is served Monday - Friday 12pm-3pm & 6pm-9pm, Saturday 12pm-9pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm. We are a pet-friendly pub and welcome well behaved dogs in our bar and restaurant, as well as in two of our bed & breakfast rooms. These two rooms have lovely outdoor spaces for you and your four-legged friends to relax in.

Neighborhood info

The Bowl Inn is ideally located to explore Kent. Close to Ashford, Canterbury, Dover and Folkstone making it the perfect base to see some of Kent's most historic attractions.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per child, per night
Crib upon request
£20 per child, per night
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform the property in advance of how many children are included in the booking.