Places to stay in Southborough, Kent

Southborough civil parish, with the title of town in the District of Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. It lies immediately to the north of Tunbridge Wells itself, with the A26 London road passing through it. The town is within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Local restaurants include Lemongrass Thai Restaurant, Montrose, St John’s Fish And Chips, and Saint Johns Yard Bar & Restaurant.

The center of Southborough ( which is at is longitude 0°15'35.145 and latitude 51°9'27.756 ) is located 2 miles away from Royal Tunbridge Wells, 2 miles away from Tunbridge Wells, 3 miles away from Tonbridge and 3 miles away from Pembury.

Available Southborough lodging

We currently have 3 accommodations in and around Southborough.

Southborough Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Photograph of Premier Inn, Royal Tunbridge Wells
Listing updated 2026
Hotels

Premier Inn

Approx 3 miles away in Royal Tunbridge Wells:

Thanks to our stylish rooms and central location, our Premier Inn Royal Tunbridge Wells hotel is perfect for romantic breaks in Kent.
Merevale House
Bed & Breakfasts

Swan Cottage

Approx 3 miles away in Royal Tunbridge Wells:

Swan Cottage is a pretty house built in 1810 and situated in a quiet backwater in the centre of the old ‘Village Area’ of Tunbridge Wells.
17 Warwick Road
Bed & Breakfasts

Manor Court Farm Bed & Breakfast

Approx 5 miles away in Ashurst:

Manor Court Farm B&B Kent is offered in a spacious, listed Georgian farmhouse on a 350-acre family farm..
Ashurst Road
Ashurst, Kent

Southborough Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

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Things to see and do, places to eat in Southborough

Photograph of The Beacon Bar Restaurant, Rusthall
The Beacon Bar Restaurant

The Beacon Bar Restaurant ( Dining / Other ). Imagine a bar and restaurant with a relaxed informality and the highest standards of cuisine. Add the backdrop of one of the best views in Southeast England and a genuinely friendly and helpful staff, then you have the formula for the fine reputation enjoyed by The Beacon near Tunbridge Wells. The house dates from 1895 and was built as the country home of Sir Walter Harris, a former Lieutenant of the City of London. It has a wealth of architectural features including some particularly fine stained glass windows and an oak-panelled bar.

Signor Franco Restaurant ( Dining / Other ). Located at 5 High Street, Tunbridge Wells, 2 miles from the center of Southborough. Simply the best! Where elegant ambience, superb food, excellent service, and value for money comes all under one roof. That is Signor Franco Ristorante. www.signorfrancorestaurant.com Link

Chandelier Restaurant At The Spa Hotel ( Dining / Deli ). Situated in 14 acres of picturesque grounds on the edge of Royal Tunbridge Wells in Kent, The Spa offers 70 well appointed and individually styled bedrooms. Guests have full use of Spa Health with its indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gymnasium, and a range of luxurious beauty treatments and therapies are available at our Spa Spa . www.spahotel.co.uk Link

Bill’s ( / British ). A historical hotspot, our Royal Tunbridge Wells Bill’s is fit for a king or queen. While you’ll find a bustling town on the outside, inside, our restaurant is cool and cosy, perfect for big birthdays, romantic date nights or treating someone special. Early birds can swing by for a breakfast banquet, with options ranging from warm muffins and fluffy pancakes to traditional English and Mediterranean. Pop in later in the day and explore our enticing lunch menu bills-website.co.uk Link

Thackeray's ( / British ). Located at 85 London Road, Tunbridge Wells, 2 miles from the center of Southborough. Along the upper reaches of the London Road, facing the common, stand a number of villas where spa visitors would have stayed in the Eighteenth Century. Amongst the oldest of these is one that is weather-boarded, tile-hung and built in a traditional Kentish style. www.thackerays-restaurant.co.uk Link

The Eating House ( / Breakfast / Brunch ). Located at 58 The Pantiles, Royal Tunbridge Wells, 3 miles from the center of Southborough. The Eating House at the Tunbridge Wells Hotel is a relaxed, informal dining room serving food all day, 7 days a week. This restaurant serves everything from English and continental breakfasts, light lunches and afternoon tea to a romantic formal dining experience. thetunbridgewellshotel.com Link