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Beautiful seaside hotel, perching on the Tankerton Cliffs with stunning views on the place where the River Thames enters in the North Sea. In 2013 the property has been refurbished and many of the rooms offer sea views.
Summary of reviewsThe Marine is a highly recommended hotel for a seaside getaway in Whitstable. Guests love the fantastic location on the seafront with beautiful sea views and easy access to the beach. The hotel offers an excellent breakfast experience with delicious and plentiful food served with many options to choose from. The dining options available at the hotel are also highly praised with guests finding the meals to be delicious, enjoyable and plentiful. The rooms are clean, comfortable and spacious with well-appointed surroundings and lovely sea views. The hotel exceeds expectations when it comes to cleanliness, making it the perfect place for a relaxing stay. The staff is exceptional, offering friendly, attentive and professional service that goes above and beyond. The Marine is also a fantastic family-friendly hotel with plenty of activities for kids to enjoy and is super dog-friendly with a warm greeting from the reception team and even a treat bag for furry friends. The beds are very comfortable, making for a good night's sleep. Overall, The Marine is a top spot to consider for a lovely holiday. Show more
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Dog Friendly Hotel
Do you accept dogs in all rooms? No, some rooms only: Dogs are not permitted in Family Rooms
Is there an extra charge? Yes, £ 10 per night
Should the dog owner notify you before checking in? Yes, During the booking process
What is the maximum number of dogs per room? Up to 2 dogs are allowed in each room.
Is there a maximum weight of dogs accepted? No
Are there any leash-free play areas? No
Should the dog be kenneled at all times in the room? No
Should the dog be kenneled/kept in a pet carrier at all times in public areas? No
Should the dog remain leashed at all times in the room? No
Should the dog remain leashed at all times in public areas? Yes
Are the dogs allowed on the furniture? No
Are the dogs allowed on beds? No
What are the basic requirements to accept a dog?
Must be clean
Must not have fleas
Must use designated areas
Owners must clean pet waste immediately
Owners are responsible for any damage caused by the dog
Must not be left unattended in the room
Is there a refundable deposit to guard against damages? No
Except for dogs, do you also accept other pets? No
Do you have a written and comprehensive pet policy available on request? Νο
The Marine hotel is praised for its fantastic location on the seafront with beautiful sea views. Guests love the lovely seaside town of Whitstable and the easy access to the beach. The hotel is brilliantly located with some rooms offering a balcony overlooking the sea. Despite being a little out of town, the hotel's perfect beachfront location is close to multiple restaurants and the harbour market. The staff is friendly and helpful and the hotel has a great atmosphere. This old-style hotel has lots of character with modern amenities and guests love the fantastic view of the sea from the room. The position of the hotel is spot on, allowing guests to explore the beach and Tankerton slopes. Overall, the Marine is the perfect location for a seaside getaway in Whitstable.
Breakfast
The Marine hotel offers an excellent breakfast experience for its guests. Reviews consistently mention the delicious and plentiful food served with many options to choose from. Guests appreciate the table service and friendly waiting staff who are also happy to provide local information. The presentation and quality of the food is described as first-class and cooked to perfection. The breakfast menu also accommodates personal preferences with guests mentioning that they were able to request specific items. The breakfast and restaurant areas have stunning views of the surroundings, adding to the atmosphere. Overall, guests highly recommend the hotel for its exceptional breakfasts and good quality ingredients.
Dinner
Guests who have recently stayed at 'The Marine' speak highly of the dining options available at the hotel. Many found the meals to be delicious, enjoyable and plentiful with excellent staff to top it off. The restaurant's food is said to be amazing, earning 10/10 ratings from some guests. While a few mentioned that the dinner menu could use some excitement and the evening service was slow, the overall impression of the restaurant was excellent. Guests appreciated having the option of room service limited to that evening's dinner menu. The hotel's restaurant was a popular choice for both dinner and breakfast during the stay and added to the overall experience at this lovely hotel known for its great views.
Rooms
The Marine hotel boasts of clean, comfortable and spacious rooms with well-appointed surroundings. Guests enjoy lovely sea views from their spacious and clean rooms with every facility one could need including NESPRESSO machines. Rooms are equipped with good facilities such as comfortable beds, nice bathrooms with plenty of hot water and stunning views over the water. Families praise the great family rooms that are perfect for them. Guests describe the rooms as lovely, bright, clean, attractive, characterful and having nice decor. Some rooms have doors opening onto balconies with wonderful sea views. While some guests found their rooms to be cold and drafty, most described them as warm and cosy. Overall, the Marine offers comfortable, clean and well-equipped rooms that guests find attractive and inviting.
Beds
If you're looking for a hotel with uber comfortable beds, you'll be pleased to know that The Marine has received some very positive reviews from its guests. Many guests have described the room as being very clean, spacious and comfortable with lovely views. Despite a few comments about lumpy pillows and hard beds, most reviews praise the comfort levels of the mattress and pillows. Some guests have suggested that the bed linen and pillows could do with an update, but overall the beds have been described as very comfortable. If you're after a good night's sleep, The Marine seems to be a great choice.
Cleanliness
'The Marine' is a beautiful and clean hotel that exceeds expectations when it comes to cleanliness. Guests have described the rooms as spacious, comfortable and spotlessly clean with every facility needed for a relaxing stay. The hotel is of a very good standard with beautiful refurbishments and modern decor. Most guests had a positive experience with cleanliness, however, a few reported grubby bins and tissues on the stairwell and the need for replacement of bathmats. Despite these minor issues, 'The Marine' maintains a reputation for being a very clean and comfortable hotel, making it the perfect place for a lovely and relaxing stay.
Staff
The Marine offers exceptional hospitality, made possible by their friendly, attentive and professional staff. From the moment guests arrive, they are met with warm welcomes and genuine friendliness. The staff can't do enough to ensure a delightful stay with many guests commenting on their excellent service and attentiveness. Despite some feedback about staff supervision and training, the majority of reviews rave about the staff's helpfulness and accommodating nature with many stating that they're willing to go above and beyond. Guests are especially appreciative of staff's exceptional service during breakfast, which caters to their dietary needs. The restaurant staff, in particular, are highly praised for their amazing service. There are even guests who mentioned staff by name that stood out to them in making their stay exceptional. Although there are a few negative remarks about some staff members, the overall consensus is that the staff is beyond friendly and attentive. Overall, The Marine's staff is a significant contributing factor to guests' stay, making them feel welcome and comfortable while enjoying the hotel's facilities and scenic location.
Family
'The Marine' is a fantastic family-friendly hotel with plenty of activities for kids to enjoy. One family raved about the surprise party they threw for their daughter, while others enjoyed the lovely sea views and home from home feel. The hotel has great family rooms, perfect for groups of three and is also super dog-friendly with a warm greeting from the reception team and even a treat bag for furry friends. Some families let their little ones run around unattended and screaming, but overall, guests had a great night's break with their loved ones and found the staff very accommodating.
Dog Friendly
If you're looking for a dog-friendly getaway by the coast, The Marine is a top spot to consider. The hotel is very accommodating to dogs and the staff are friendly and welcoming towards them. There are comfortable areas for your furry friend to relax in and the hotel has fair rules for your pooch. While some guests weren't too keen on dogs in the restaurant, overall the hotel is super doggy friendly. If you're travelling with your furry companion, The Marine is the perfect dog-friendly property for a lovely holiday.
No, The Marine doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at The Marine.
Yes, The Marine welcomes dogs. For more information, read the answers to the Dog Friendly questionnaire
No, parking facilities aren't available at The Marine.