Places to stay in Whitstable, Kent

Whitstable is a seaside town in northeast Kent, southeast England. It is approximately 8 km north of the city of Canterbury and approximately 3 km west of the seaside town of Herne Bay. Local restaurants include Frog And Scot, Wing Wah, Blue Oyster, and Wheelers Oyster Bar.

Whitstable is famous for its oysters, which have been collected in the area since at least Roman times. The town itself dates back to before the writing of the Domesday Book. Whitstable's distinctive character is popular with tourists, and its maritime heritage is celebrated with the annual oyster festival. Freshly caught shellfish are available throughout the year at several seafood restaurants and pubs in the town.

The center of Whitstable ( which is at is longitude 1°1'28.758 and latitude 51°21'25.484 ) is located 2 miles away from Seasalter, 2 miles away from Chestfield, 5 miles away from Herne Bay and 6 miles away from Leysdown-on-Sea.

Available Whitstable lodging

We currently have 14 accommodations in and around Whitstable.

Whitstable Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Photograph of Premier Inn, Whitstable
Listing updated 2024
Hotels

Premier Inn

Located just a 10-minute drive away from Whitstable Beach Front, our Premier Inn Whitstable hotel is an ideal choice for UK summer holidays.
Thanet Way
Whitstable, Kent
Bed & Breakfasts

Copeland House

We offer a 4-star bed & breakfast in a fine Georgian house that is situated just 20 metres form the beach and just 150 metres away from the seafood restaurants, individual shops and galleries that make Whitstable a unique town.
4 Island Wall
Whitstable, Kent
Bed & Breakfasts

The Duke Of Cumberland

Whitstable is a town of history and legends of smuggling, where the first railway line in Britain, the "Crab and Winkle Line" to Canterbury was laid and which remains a popular leisure destination..
High Street
Whitstable, Kent
Guest Houses

Alliston House

Alliston House is a delightful establishment situated a short walk from Whitstable town centre, beach, harbour and popular restaurants.
1 Joy Lane
Whitstable, Kent
Bed & Breakfasts

Windy Ridge

John Jean and Lesley Hawkins welcome you to Windy Ridge which sits in a private garden on Wraik Hill overlooking Whitstable, with panoramic views of the sea, surrounding countryside, and fantastic sunsets for which the town is famed.
Wraik Hill
Whitstable, Kent
Guest Houses

Oyster Guest House

Large five bedroomed guest house with private en-suites situated close to the town and beaches in Whitstable.Trading for 25 years with the same owner. This is a popular guest house offering good friendly service and reasonable prices.
96 Canterbury Road
Whitstable, Kent
Bed & Breakfasts

The Captain's House

Two bed and breakfasts set amongst fashionable restaurants and boutiques in the heart of Whitstable’s old town..
56 Harbour Street
Whitstable, Kent
Guest Houses

Whistable Bay

74 Joy Lane
Whitstable, Kent
Bed & Breakfasts

Victoria Villa

Victoria Street
Whitstable, Kent

Whitstable Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Holiday Parks

Alberta Holiday Park

Situated in Seasalter and very close to the beach, you'll feel like you can relax from the moment that you arrive. There's a heated outdoor pool and children's splash pool to enjoy and so much to do around the park too.
Faversham Road
Whitstable, Kent
Campsites

Primrose Cottage Caravan Park

We are a small, quiet site with views of the sea and nearby Whitstable.
Golden Hill
Whitstable, Kent
Campsites

Homing Leisure Park

Approx 2 miles away in Seasalter:

We've gone to a lot of effort to make our touring & camping field comfortable and a lot of our visitors keep coming back.
Church Lane
Seasalter, Kent
Cottage / Caravan Parks

Sandancers

Approx 5 miles away in Herne Bay:

136-145 Central Parade
Herne Bay, Kent
Cottage / Caravan Parks

Westlands

Approx 5 miles away in Herne Bay:

Canterbury Road
Herne Bay, Kent
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Whitstable

Photograph of Samphire, Whitstable
Samphire

Jojo’s ( / Mediterranean ). Family run, fun and informal, JoJo’s is an independent fully licensed restaurant serving freshly cooked home-made food with a Mediterranean influence. Gorgeous Greek salads, mixed meze, grilled sardines with lemon and black pepper, mouth watering mutton and feta koftas, marinated olives and authentic cured meats – you get the idea! www.jojosrestaurant.co.uk Link

Samphire ( / British ). Located at 4 High Street. Samphire is an independent, family run Bistro in the heart of Whitstable. We are proud to showcase the best seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms, allotments, fisherman and producers in Kent and the South East. www.samphirewhitstable.co.uk Link

Zizzi ( Dining / Italian ). We’re not your standard Italian, we like things a bit different! Like our 18-inch long Rustica pizzas, King Prawn Spiedini or our S’Mores Fondue – because what’s a world without a few twists?We’re not your standard Italian, we like things a bit different! Like our 18-inch long Rustica pizzas, King Prawn Spiedini or our S’Mores Fondue – because what’s a world without a few twists? www.zizzi.co.uk Link