Relax at Nayland Rock Hotel, a 3.1-rated family-run hotel in Margate offering free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and a prime location near Margate train station and the bay.
Guests appreciate the hotel's scenic location and welcoming service but mention the need for refurbishment and minimal amenities. Ideal for travelers seeking a budget stay close to local attractions.
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Located on Royal Crescent in Westbrook, Margate, Nayland Rock Hotel occupies a historic building dating back to the 1860s, offering a relaxed atmosphere with views over the water from its dining room. The family-run property is situated just a two-minute walk from the Margate train station and close to the Royal Crescent Promenade, making it convenient for visitors exploring the town.
Facilities include free continental breakfast served in the water-view dining area and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. While there is no pool, restaurant, or fitness centre on site, the property is smoke-free and welcomes families with children. Guests should note that pets are not allowed and there is no airport shuttle service available. Check-out is typically by 11:00 AM.
The hotel’s location between the North Sea and the English Channel offers access to cultural attractions such as the Turner Contemporary gallery and the Dreamland Margate amusement park, both a short distance away. Visitors interested in unique local sights can also explore the Shell Grotto, renowned for its ornate shell-lined passages.
Guest reviews reflect a mixed experience, with praise often given to the hotel's scenic views and welcoming staff. Some feedback mentions that the property shows signs of age and could benefit from refurbishment, but many find the rooms comfortable and suitable for short stays. Its moderate rating suggests it may appeal to travellers prioritizing location and budget over extensive amenities.
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You got what you paid for at this hotel at the end of the day yeah it is a bit run down and Is in process of refurbishment but me and my partner had a good stay and beds was more than comfy after our car got locked in the car park. This hotel has some amazing views and is one hotel to look out for after its refurbed!! I would gladly go back again on my next visit to Margate. I must mention the lady manager that was on yesterday that give us our room she was brilliant, what a star she was and saved us sleeping on the beach she is one of your own!! Lovely lady.
Really lovely service on arrival and departure. Friendly staff who made you feel welcome. Amazing view. Room basic but fine for our one night stopover.
The king size bed was if anything too big for me and my 3 wives, the jacuzzi was Devine and the view spectacular, the spa and tennis facilities were world class and andre the manager couldn't do enough. The breakfast was outstanding cooked to perfection and the sky bar at night is always busy with a bar stocked with spirits and drinks from around the world! The moorings for my yacht were in close proximity and I could ride my horse along the beach and keep it in the stables near by. All in all absolutely unbelievable!
Excellent exhibition as part of "Journeys with the Waste Land" at the Turner Contemporary. Last day is 11 March 2018.
fab old world hotel with excellent sea view whilst dining. mins. from town centre and beach , and carol the manager , is terrific xx
The king size beds was far to big for me and my six wifes.
My good school friends we come here every year for the festival in margate Carol and her crew are amazing, lovely hotel.
Its a bit run down, I stayed here with my girlfriend Villanelle for work. Thinking of it as a fading glory above the sea kind of place that hearkens back to better times.
Set on a peninsula between the North Sea and the English Channel and overlooking the bay, this circa-1860s, family-run hotel across from the Royal Crescent Promenade is a 2-minute walk from the Margate train station and a 14-minute walk from the Georgian Theatre Royal Margate.
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