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Top Holiday Rentals in Canterbury

3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Lodge with Indoor Pool ideal for families with children
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (26)
"Property was lovely, a little hot at times, loved the pool and grounds"
Lodge with Indoor Pool ideal for families with children
Cottage | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
The Carriage House a Relaxing 1-bed Cottage in Ash
3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Excellent stay, really lovely, comfortable property, great launchpad for walks in Kent. Zach was a great host. "
The price is £133
per night
19 May - 20 May
The Carriage House a Relaxing 1-bed Cottage in Ash
Beach
The Chestnuts - sleeps 21 guests in 7 bedrooms
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (7)
"Very good location, very spacious including the outbuildings, great for walks, getting to Canterbury (15 min drive), to the north downs walks and other locations in Kent."
The Chestnuts - sleeps 21 guests in 7 bedrooms
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Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
The Homestead - sleeps 17
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7)
"Good weekend and the house assisted with that."
The Homestead - sleeps 17
Superior Suite, Sea View, Beachfront | Pillow-top beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
The Clarendon Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6)
"Small slightly tired room, but well placed and affordable. "
The price is £93
per night
16 May - 17 May
The Clarendon Hotel
Garden
Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve
2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10)
"pillows poor? didn’t tell us where toilets where. would to had option to hire golf cart "
The price is £188
per night
15 May - 16 May
Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve
Deluxe Suite, Ensuite, Courtyard View | 1 bedroom
The Lower Bell
3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (120)
"Had to leave the key for the room in the door, as the main building was locked up when I left. Not a big drama though"
The price is £61
per night
26 May - 27 May
The Lower Bell
Exterior
Beachcomber Glamping
1.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (15)
"There was no clear indication of how we accessed the property. Despite trying to communicate with the owner, there was no response. We had to just turn up and hope for the best. Luckily, after getting to the pod, the key was there and the stay was good. It has everything you need and is in a great location. "
The price is £66
per night
12 May - 13 May
Beachcomber Glamping
Apartment | Balcony
Romantic Escape Luxury Hobbit House With Hot Tub!
3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
The price is £122
per night
13 May - 14 May
Romantic Escape Luxury Hobbit House With Hot Tub!
Economy Single Room, Shared Bathroom, Garden View (1)
Dover Town Rooms
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (26)
"Nice and cooperative staff"
The price is £81
per night
12 May - 13 May
Dover Town Rooms
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, Select Comfort beds, blackout curtains
Old Town House by Ezestays, IN THE HEART OF THE OLD TOWN MARGATE
4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"I’d definitely recommend the hotel. The keyless entry didn’t initially work, but the communication with the owner was quick and a new code was sent within minutes. The rooms were lovely and there was a good variety of teas and coffees available. I was worried not having check in would mean that the owners weren’t around, but they did help us figure out how to turn the air conditioning off. The location was fantastic and it wasn’t noisy in the rooms. "
The price is £119
per night
12 May - 13 May
Old Town House by Ezestays, IN THE HEART OF THE OLD TOWN MARGATE
Beach nearby, sun-loungers
Scandinavian style Lodge
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
"We had a great Easter holiday at the place. The Lodge was lovely, nice and tidy and perfect for our family. The rest of the place was great, with lots of things for adults and kids to do. There's great long walks by the sea that are just down the road, as well as some good pubs with great food."
Scandinavian style Lodge
Exterior
Hogwarts Bed and Continental Breakfast
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (90)
"Excellent room, Very clean, Great choice of Breakfast. Rosie was lovely Definitely be back very soon"
The price is £69
per night
12 May - 13 May
Hogwarts Bed and Continental Breakfast
Beach | On the beach
Entire Beach House, beautiful sea views & direct beach access on the Kent coast
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (47)
"Lovely property, large house ! All bedrooms good size and plenty of space for 9 of us ! Very clean and comfortable! Great location and sea-view!"
Entire Beach House, beautiful sea views & direct beach access on the Kent coast
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Lady Florence, Maidstone a Unique River Boat with Castle Views
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"The lady Florence is in such an amazing tranquil location with very beautiful design as well well equipped. We had a wonderful time and not to mention the lovely host who was very helpful. Thank you so much!"
Lady Florence, Maidstone a Unique River Boat with Castle Views
Living area | Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Cosy Fisherman’s Cottage, minutes from High Street, Harbour & Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (51)
"Ric’s cottage has been renovated to the highest standard and has all the amenities for an extremely comfortable stay in Whitstable. A bit of trouble initially finding a parking space but once we found one, we had no need to use the car again, as everything was within walkable distance. Lovely garden for sundowners! Slight issue with a toilet, which was resolved immediately. Great selection of restaurants and coffee shops plus lots of independent shops to peruse at your leisure. Thanks Ric for a...
Cosy Fisherman’s Cottage, minutes from High Street, Harbour & Beach
Beach
Charming 2 bedroom old fisherman’s cottage 5 minutes walk from the beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (67)
"The property was delightful and beautifully decorated. There was a problem with parking and we were blocked in on many days. There were builders with two vans nearly every day we were there which meant that other occupants of the other cottages had to park where they could which caused the problems we had."
Charming 2 bedroom old fisherman’s cottage 5 minutes walk from the beach
Property grounds
Shapelesslodge.com
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"Really lovely property it had what we wanted."
Shapelesslodge.com
Beach/ocean view
Spacious and stylish 2 bedroom seafront apartment.
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22)
"Think it says it all that we have rebooked already!"
The price is £134
per night
12 May - 13 May
Spacious and stylish 2 bedroom seafront apartment.
Property grounds
Broadstairs Apartment With Sea Views
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (80)
"Perfect little base for our family to attend a wedding in Viking bay, could easily walk everywhere and apartment was very clean comfortable and well presented. Will recommend to anyone visiting the area."
Broadstairs Apartment With Sea Views
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Canterbury Holiday Rental Travel Info

Number of holiday rentals
57
Popular accommodation
Canterbury private holiday homes
Known landmarks
Canterbury Cathedral, Marlowe Theatre and Whitstable Beach
International airports
East Midlands (EMA) and Lydd (LYX)

Other types of properties in Canterbury you may be interested in

Restaurant
Hampton by Hilton Canterbury
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (750)
"Great staff. Nice hotel conveniently located. Parking in nearby multi storey is ok but a few minutes away. Otherwise, great breakfast, nice room and brilliant location. Would visit again."
The price is £85
per night
19 May - 20 May
Hampton by Hilton Canterbury
Exterior
ABode Canterbury
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"The room we were first allocated was unfortunately next to a number of outside air con units. These were quite noisy and would have kept us awake. However, when I pointed this out to the reception team, we were quickly moved to a quiet room. I was impressed with the quiet, efficient way the staff handled this to ensure our stay was perfect. The room was clean and well appointed. The breakfast was excellent and the dining room staff were clearly well trained and attentive throughout. I would...
The price is £89
per night
14 May - 15 May
ABode Canterbury
Front of property
Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (656)
"The staff went above and beyond, they were incredibly friendly and welcoming. The hotel exterior is stunning and the room was exactly what we needed. An easy 15 minute walk to the city center. We will definitely come back next time we go to Canterbury!"
The price is £79
per night
12 May - 13 May
Best Western Abbots Barton Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Everything you need to know about Canterbury holiday rentals

Whether you’re excited for the perfect family holiday, a romantic getaway for two, or the ultimate city break, we’ve got the Canterbury holiday rental for you. At Expedia, you can take your pick from private holiday homes, apartments, cottages, apart-hotels, cabins, villas... The list goes on, and on… and on!

There’s just as wide a choice of amenities, too. Maybe you’re dreaming of your own pool, long evenings in a hot tub, or watching the kids laugh through the day at a waterpark. Maybe you just want a quiet retreat in a pet-friendly apartment. Well, we can help you find it. Hunt out the perfect Canterbury holiday rental for you by simply entering your desired dates. Then check your favorite filters to narrow down your search. 

Canterbury holiday rentals: An excellent choice for every season

Whenever you want to travel, a warm welcome awaits you in Canterbury. If you’re looking for a little peace, consider booking during the quieter months, such as  . For more hustle and bustle, you may prefer to visit in . 

Prices vary throughout the year and depends on the property type. Your chosen location and amenities will impact the cost of your trip, too. A Canterbury holiday rental often works out to be a fantastic, cost-effective option for groups and families visiting for a few nights or longer. And if a hotel room is just too small, get a holiday rental with multiple bedrooms and shared living spaces to kick back in.  The selection of Canterbury holiday rentals we have selected for you start as low as £61 per night. Entering your travel dates in the search wizard you might find even better deals!

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To find some top Canterbury rental deals, enter your travel dates, and sort your search results by price. You can also filter by budget, so you only see accommodation in your ballpark. Next, add any filters you want—and just like that, you’ve built your dream Canterbury holiday.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a holiday rental in Canterbury?

Yes, there are holiday rentals in Canterbury close to Howletts Wild Animal Park, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Tourists like the stunning cathedral and lively bars in Canterbury. While you're here, grab a bite or have a drink at the cafes.

How many holiday rentals will I find in Canterbury?

With 146 Expedia holiday rentals, you're guaranteed to find just the right place for your Canterbury stay.

What can I see and do in Canterbury?

Enjoy the outdoors at Westgate Gardens and Towers and Westgate Gardens, or simply take in cultural attractions like Marlowe Theatre and Canterbury Roman Museum. While here, Canterbury Cathedral and St. Lawrence Ground are other places worth a visit.

What are holiday rentals like in Canterbury?

Holiday rentals are private properties where you can stay for a few weeks, or just a few days, in Canterbury. Holiday rentals offer amenities like WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll have a home away from home. If you're concerned about cleanliness, a holiday rental can offer a sense of seclusion away from shared hotel lifts and busy front desks while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also find more space in a holiday rental than in a traditional hotel, which makes a holiday rental an attractive choice for small groups.

Recent reviews of Canterbury properties
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Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf

Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf

5/5 Excellent
"Always feels like home when I visit "
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