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About the Hotel

Beach St, Deal, United Kingdom

The Royal Hotel in Deal is a picturesque early 18th-century Georgian hotel located right on the seafront. This hotel not only offers historical charm but is also a significant part of Deal’s rich naval heritage, having hosted notable figures such as Lord Nelson and Lady Hamilton. With exceptional dining options that highlight seasonal Kentish produce, it serves as an ideal base for exploring the beauty of Kent’s coastline and historic attractions. A short distance from several castles and a variety of outdoor activities, this hotel is a gateway to local culture and history.

Location

Located on the Deal seafront, the Royal Hotel is just a short walk from Deal Pier, a popular local attraction known for its scenic views. The hotel serves as a great starting point for exploring historic buildings and castles in the surrounding area, including Deal Castle and Walmer Castle. For those traveling from further afield, London Southend Airport is approximately 90 miles away, providing accessibility to the hotel.

Rooms

The Royal Hotel features spacious superior double and twin rooms designed for quality and comfort. Each room is equipped with modern conveniences like flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and tea and coffee facilities. Special feature rooms, such as the Lady Hamilton room, provide elegant bathrooms complete with roll-top baths for a luxurious experience. Family-friendly accommodation is available, comfortably accommodating up to five guests, making it suitable for visitors with young children.

Eat & Drink

Dining at The Royal Hotel includes a range of culinary experiences at the Boathouse Bar and the Quarterdeck restaurant. The restaurant emphasizes seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients, specializing in fresh seafood from local waters. Guests can also enjoy a selection of local and international wines, as well as cask ales from Shepherd Neame, Britain’s oldest brewery. The terrace offers stunning sea views, perfect for casual dining or light refreshment.

Leisure & Business

The Royal Hotel caters to both leisure and business travelers by providing various meeting facilities, including quiet, well-equipped conference rooms with Wi-Fi connectivity. Guests can unwind after engaging in nearby activities at the bar or restaurant, ensuring comfort and convenience. For families or groups, there are options for larger dining arrangements and gatherings.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Guest Room

Max:

2 persons

36 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Sea view

Shower

Heating

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Superior Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

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Family Room

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Getting around

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City Center

Deal1400 ft

Airports

London Southend (SEN) 87.9 mi

Bus

Bus stop 6.5 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast options were delightful. I particularly enjoyed the pancakes and the bacon brioche roll; both were hits with my kids!” view full review

Spacious and Inviting

“Our room was wonderfully decorated and spacious, complete with a sea view balcony that made our stay extra special.” view full review

Perfect for Kids!

“The separate kids' room with bunk beds was perfect for family stays, allowing the children their own space while we relaxed.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Wind surfing
Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cribs
Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Beach St, Deal, United Kingdom

Map view

Beach St, Deal, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Castle

Deal Castle

2600 ft

Garden

Sandown Castle

3400 ft

Garden

Walmer Castle and Gardens

1.7 mi

Museums

Deal Maritime and Local History Museum

3000 ft

Museums

Kent Museum of the Moving Image

2700 ft

Beach

Deal Beach

2800 ft

Park Avenue

Victoria Park

3900 ft

Church

Deal Parish Church of St. Leonard's

1.3 mi

Sandwich Road

Fowlmead Country Park

1.7 mi

The Dairy

Solley's Ice Cream Parlour

2.3 mi

Church Cliff

St John the Evangelist Church Kingsdown

2.7 mi

Church

Church Of St Peter And St Paul

3.2 mi

Beach

Kingsdown Beach

3.1 mi

Church

St Clement's Church

4.3 mi

Church

St Mary the Virgin

4.3 mi

The Quay

P22

4.4 mi

Nearby

Harbor

Deal Pier

400 ft

Museums

Deal Timeball Tower Museum

1400 ft

112 High Street

Dunlin & Diver

500 ft

Gallery

Linden Hall Studio

900 ft

Church

St George's Church Deal

1500 ft

Gallery

Le Pinardier

400 ft

Middle Street

Deal's Old Town

1500 ft

Union Street Dover Harbour

Prince of Wales Pier

1700 ft

Beach St

Deal Seafront

900 ft

Night club

Prince Albert Public House

1600 ft

Gallery

Seaward Gallery

1000 ft

5 Broad Street

The Artificer

1100 ft

Church

St Andrew's Church

1600 ft

Restaurants

Sea View

300 ft

69 Beach Street

RouteOne Cycle Cafe

300 ft

70 Beach Street The Promenade

Deal Shellfish Stall

200 ft

Beach Street

Peckish

500 ft

14A King Street Peckish Rotisserie Chicken ,

Deal Beach Parlour

500 ft

57 Beach Street

Spires Cafe

700 ft

129 High Street The Landmark Centre

Gregory's Cafe

800 ft

23 Park Street

The Seagull

1000 ft

33 High Street

The Sir Norman Wisdom

1400 ft

18-20 Queen Street

Happy Fryer

1200 ft

22 Park Street

Starburger

1200 ft

21A High Street

Kings Coffee Shop

1500 ft

1 High Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

comfortable

friendly staff

maintenance

narrow rooms

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

8.5

Service

9.0

Dining

8.0

Mary

United Kingdom, October 2023

9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were modern, comfortable, and clean with views of the sea, and they even had a coffee machine. The service was top-notch, with friendly and helpful staff. The location was stunning, right on the seafront, and the dining experience was superb with great quality produce. However, the bacon was a bit hard at times. Overall, a great value for the money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were modern and comfortable, clean, spacious, bright, and airy with views of the sea. They even had a coffee machine and lots of character.

Service

9.0

The staff were so friendly and kind, especially the lady on reception who checked me in. They responded promptly to any concerns, like the unpleasant smell of drains in our room.

Location

10.0

The location was stunning, exactly as described, right on the seafront with service from the staff. Perfect for watching The Open Golf Championship.

Dining

8.0

The dining was superb with great quality produce. The bacon and sausages were really tasty, although the bacon could be a bit hard at times.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great overall, enhancing the entire stay.

Jack

United Kingdom, September 2023

7.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The room had an amazing sea view, stylish decor, and a comfortable bed, although it was a bit narrow. The service was absolutely fantastic, with staff attending to my needs immediately. The location was amazing with very spacious rooms, although some areas needed maintenance. The dining experience was lovely, with a nice bonus included. Overall, a great value for the money.

Rooms

8.0

The room was amazing with a great sea view, stylish decor, and a comfortable bed, although it was narrow and faced the town.

Service

9.0

The service was absolutely fantastic, with staff attending to our needs immediately following our comments to them.

Location

8.0

The location was amazing, enjoying a large room on the first floor with bathroom sea views, although some areas needed maintenance.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was a lovely bonus, not the standard buffet affair.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were good, but some areas needed maintenance.

comfortable

maintenance

Jim

United States of America, June 2023

8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was truly luxurious. The room, called 'Clarence,' was beautiful, really comfortable, and had a brilliant view of the sea. The service was exceptional, with friendly staff making my evening meal and breakfast fantastic. The stunning location added to the whole experience, and the superb dining was a highlight. The facilities were top-notch, enhancing my overall stay.

Rooms

9.0

The room right under the roof was luxurious and stunning. It was called 'Clarence,' and it provided a beautiful view of the sea, making my stay really special.

Service

9.0

The staff were so friendly and helpful, making my stay truly enjoyable. I even received a lovely surprise of pain au chocolat and orange juice when I had to leave early before breakfast.

Location

8.0

The location was stunning and splendid, adding to the luxury of the hotel. The only downside was some noise as it was on the main beach road, but the overall experience was brilliant.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was superb with great quality produce. The breakfast was tasty, although you have to pay extra for a standard English breakfast.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offered top-notch facilities that added to the luxury experience of my stay.

Richard

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.2/10

The hotel offered stunning sea views and was exceptionally clean and well-maintained, ideal for a special occasion like our Valentine's night. However, some noise disturbances and limited room amenities were a bit disappointing.

Rooms

7.0

The room was very clean and in good decorative order, but the noise from the corridor and lack of adequate towels for two guests were issues. The TV volume control was also problematic.

Service

9.0

The staff, including the manager, were very friendly and accommodating, going out of their way to make our dining experience enjoyable.

Location

8.0

The beachfront location was superb, offering stunning sea views and easy access to the beach, although some aspects didn't fully match the high-quality accommodations above.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was of a very high quality, with personalized service and a good selection of options that pleased the whole family.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had great dining options and facilities, adding to the overall enjoyable experience.

clean

noise disturbances