Title: The Lydden Bell Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Lydden Bell Bed & breakfast in Dover with restaurant and bar/lounge ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81270000/81262100/81262025/bf447d6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Premium Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View | Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81270000/81262100/81262025/c2339031.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81270000/81262100/81262025/e151fe2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81270000/81262100/81262025/b75154e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Premium Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81270000/81262100/81262025/6f312a44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers start their day with free breakfast at The Lydden Bell before exploring the charming garden. The restaurant serves kids' meals, and public areas offer WiFi. Children enjoy the playground while adults play billiards. Attentive staff are ready to assist. 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Bar - Laundry - Housekeeping - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant £80 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 28 - Nov 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=81262025&PinnedHotelID=81262025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=81262025&PinnedHotelID=81262025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 29 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=81262025&PinnedHotelID=81262025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=81262025&PinnedHotelID=81262025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=81262025&PinnedHotelID=81262025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=81262025&PinnedHotelID=81262025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=81262025&PinnedHotelID=81262025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=81262025&PinnedHotelID=81262025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Premium Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81270000/81262100/81262025/1d2a3884.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View 10.0 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Deck/patio Separate dining area Soundproofed Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Separate bedroom - 269 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Premium Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81270000/81262100/81262025/81f2fc98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View ### Highlights Deck/patio Separate dining area Soundproofed Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Separate bedroom - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Premium Suite, Ensuite | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81270000/81262100/81262025/d4b968ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Suite, Ensuite ### Highlights Deck/patio Soundproofed Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Premium bedding Separate bedroom - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 5 - 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDover-Hotels-The-Lydden-Bell.h81262025.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDover-Hotels-The-Lydden-Bell.h81262025.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.16322%2C1.23262&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rpRCLX3huePq7NjjccwRny_gpfY=) 81 Canterbury Road, Lydden, Dover, England, CT15 7EX #### What's nearby - Lydden Hill Race Circuit - 2 min drive - 2.1 miles - East Kent Railway - 3 min drive - 2.7 miles - Kearsney Abbey Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles - Broome Park Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.6 miles - Crabble Corn Mill - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles #### Getting around - Dover Shepperdswell Station - 3 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Nightingale Dairy - Mobile Milk Vending Machine - ‬4 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Three Cups - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Bull Inn - ‬8 min drive - ‪Breakwater Brewery and Taproom - ‬7 min drive ## About this property ### The Lydden Bell Property highlights Free on-the-go breakfast, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Lydden Bell. In addition to a playground and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self-parking - An electric car charging station, a billiards/pool table and smoke-free property - Wedding services and a computer station More amenities include: - Highchairs and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Beach views, serves lunch and dinner](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4150000/4140900/4140858/b8d37d35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Dover - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 768 reviews £64 includes taxes & fees 4 Dec - 5 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=4140858&PinnedHotelID=4140858&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9800/9772/db88aead.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Dover by IHG Dover - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - 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Playground ### Family friendly - High chair - Laundry facilities - Playground ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Turndown service - Wedding services ### Business services - Computer station ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - Smoke-free property ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM Early check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash This property is professionally cleaned If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties ### Property is also known as The Lydden Bell Dover The Lydden Bell Bed & breakfast The Lydden Bell Bed & breakfast Dover ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Lydden Bell pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Lydden Bell? > As of 28 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lydden Bell on 1 Dec 2025 start from £80.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dover-Hotels-The-Lydden-Bell.h81262025.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Lydden Bell? > Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at The Lydden Bell? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Lydden Bell? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is The Lydden Bell located? > Situated in Dover, this bed & breakfast is within 3 miles (5 km) of Kent Downs, Lydden Hill Race Circuit and Kearsney Abbey Gardens. Crabble Corn Mill and Crabble Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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