Title: Elmstone Travel Guide: Best of Elmstone, Canterbury Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Elmstone](https://expedia.co.uk/Elmstone-Hotels.d553248635149817558.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Elmstone](https://expedia.co.uk/Elmstone-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635149817558.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Elmstone Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Elmstone.d553248635149817558.Car-Hire-Guide)[Elmstone Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Elmstone.d553248635149817558.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Elmstone Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Elmstone church](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4596/758d8b8f-1c59-4aae-b7af-c7a24678563c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4596/758d8b8f-1c59-4aae-b7af-c7a24678563c.jpg) by [Nick Smith](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/4474) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Elmstone church](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4596/758d8b8f-1c59-4aae-b7af-c7a24678563c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4596/758d8b8f-1c59-4aae-b7af-c7a24678563c.jpg) by [Nick Smith](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/4474) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![The brook of Padbrook Lane? The little brook runs through the front garden of Padbrook Cottage.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4596/65e7d6c4-21f5-40bb-a238-20526f4169d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4596/65e7d6c4-21f5-40bb-a238-20526f4169d6.jpg) by [Nick Smith](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/4474) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Pond near Elmstone church](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4596/b2ed7594-88c3-4104-acbd-d0f3396bf440.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4596/b2ed7594-88c3-4104-acbd-d0f3396bf440.jpg) by [Nick Smith](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/4474) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![View along small lane near Elmstone church](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4596/fae93947-d8e4-489c-83e5-04b307263f6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4596/fae93947-d8e4-489c-83e5-04b307263f6b.jpg) by [Nick Smith](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/4474) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Elmstone Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635149817558) - Top hotels in Elmstone - Top Holiday Rentals in Elmstone ![Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4150000/4140900/4140858/21a16ff2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Waterloo Crescent Dover England £54 15 Mar - 16 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Dover. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (843 reviews) Excellent hotel for a relaxing break. Very clean and well maintained. Spacious room with comfortable bed and furniture. Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=4140858&PinnedHotelID=4140858&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149817558) ![Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/434300/434218/f9365ad8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express Canterbury by IHG A2 Upper Harbledown Canterbury England £54 15 Mar - 16 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) staff very attentive staff. Breakfast was well cooked and plentiful Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=434218&PinnedHotelID=434218&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149817558) ![Hampton by Hilton Canterbury](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66550000/66541300/66541221/3b55aa29_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton by Hilton Canterbury 7 St. Margaret's Street Canterbury England £72 15 Mar - 16 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews) Clean room and also rest of hotel. Lovely friendly staff happy to assist. Great breakfast choices and plenty of seating. Gym looked well kitted out and good loungy areas. Great location too Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=66541221&PinnedHotelID=66541221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635149817558) [See all 2,123 properties in Elmstone](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=07%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635149817558) 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. ![The Clarendon Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100930000/100924800/100924766/b5557659_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Clarendon Hotel 51 - 53 Beach St Deal England Stay at this beach aparthotel in Deal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Astor Theatre and Deal Castle are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (111 reviews) Nice efficient hotel in a perfect spot Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Deal-Hotels-The-Clarendon-Hotel.h100924766.Hotel-Information) ![Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40110000/40101600/40101599/f78f8074_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve Port Lympne Reserve Hythe England Stay at this campsite in Hythe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Port Lympne Wild Animal ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews) The room was so cosy, clean and designed well. Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Pinewood-Apinall-Foundation.h40101599.Hotel-Information) ![1-bedroom Apartment Sleeps 4, Parking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104280000/104271500/104271482/16ce5572_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 1-bedroom Apartment Sleeps 4, Parking Hythe England Stay at this apartment in Hythe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Hythe Beach and Fisherman's Beach are located nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Lovely-1-Bedroom-Ground-Floor-Apartment-Max-4-Per.h104271482.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Elmstone](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635149817558&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Elmstone hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635149817558&startDate=2026-03-05&endDate=2026-03-06)[5 Mar - 6 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635149817558&startDate=2026-03-05&endDate=2026-03-06) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635149817558&startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07)[6 Mar - 7 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635149817558&startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635149817558&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026)[6 Mar - 8 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635149817558&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635149817558&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026)[13 Mar - 15 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635149817558&startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=15%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Canterbury Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, a city and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091945/2f72d297-50c4-4e41-a7fc-94f20e8880e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Canterbury Cathedral This 1,400-year-old establishment is known for its breathtaking Gothic ceilings, its outstanding historical collections and its choir. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canterbury-Cathedral-Canterbury.d6091945.Attraction) ![Boats moored at a canal, Canterbury, Kent, England](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091961/4e4b9ed3-6ff2-47d9-99fb-135b93b13cd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Kent Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Kent during your trip to Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Kent-Canterbury.d6091961.Attraction) ![Panto time... "Oh no it's not"....](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4596/8d27c5b4-c568-42cc-ae23-6ec817f7bd33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Marlowe Theatre Get tickets for a show at Marlowe Theatre, a popular theatre in Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Marlowe-Theatre-Canterbury.d6091959.Attraction) ![Howletts is one of two parks owned by Aspinall foundation in Kent. Lots to see from Tigers, Lions and Gorillas to Elephants, Rhino and leopards. Yearly membership is available for both parks and Great value for money. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6257337/82032cdc-c91f-4083-bb3c-47e1973f901a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Howletts Wild Animal Park See the exotic and native animals who call Howletts Wild Animal Park home during your trip to Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Howletts-Wild-Animal-Park-Canterbury.d6169952.Attraction) ![Fantastic small animal park, always expanding and well worth a days visit. open everyday except Christmas Day. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159614/35882b93-8ca3-437b-8a84-d67afb8cf220.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wingham Wildlife Park Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Wingham Wildlife Park during your trip to Wingham. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wingham-Wildlife-Park-Canterbury.d6259530.Attraction) ![The historic River Stour which flows through Canterbury, England.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4596/6eb06a75-0762-424c-984c-a2caf68be273.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Westgate Gardens Explore the great outdoors at Westgate Gardens, a lovely green space in Canterbury. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Westgate-Gardens-Canterbury.d6267797.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Dover Castle Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5090974/689e7cea-be25-465e-8545-7c32f4c49b46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dover Castle Admission Ticket £10 per traveller **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dover-castle-admission-ticket.a5090974.activity-details) ![Leeds Castle, Canterbury & Dover Tour with Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/361702/02e675c1-ccfe-498c-9341-07cc6e341893.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Leeds Castle, Canterbury & Dover Guided Tour from London £105 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/leeds-castle.a361702.activity-details) ![front exterior of Leeds Castle in Kent, England](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/169909/38146ad8-8de3-4e55-883c-d575d1eaaee6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat Ride £119 per adult **82%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/leeds-castle.a169909.activity-details) ![Canterbury: Walking Tour with Green Badge Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44627099/3588c5e2-1507-4dd2-86a5-a60e56e84a5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Canterbury: Walking Tour with Green Badge Guide £15 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/canterbury-walking-tour-with-green-badge-guide.a44627099.activity-details) ![Iconic Cliffs of Dover & Kent from London](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49353834/d307d5b3-b136-4705-a44f-100d59755b9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Iconic Cliffs of Dover & Kent from London £116 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/iconic-cliffs-of-dover-kent-from-london.a49353834.activity-details) ![Kent Garden of England in Private Vehicle Tour including Passes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49330966/575c050d-733a-487a-b93c-f6bc9be5583b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Tour of Kent Garden of England including Passes £1,030 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-of-kent-garden-of-england-including-passes.a49330966.activity-details) [See all activities in Elmstone](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Elmstone.d553248635149817558.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Elmstone ![Canterbury Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, a city and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6091945/2f72d297-50c4-4e41-a7fc-94f20e8880e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Canterbury ![Looking E along footpath from Pedding Lane to Durlock Road](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4596/ed8c6552-8a17-4d60-acfb-cc026d3bd645.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Nick Smith](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/4474) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Shatterling ![St Mildred's Church in Preston-next-Wingham, Kent.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4596/0d3de72e-e637-4c99-8565-9d5cd9364712.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0) by [JoshTilley](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:JoshTilley) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ### Preston ![Church of St Mary](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4596/f2e9ef0e-b1af-4e26-a3d2-d2c02902c0e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Wingham - Cities near Elmstone - Places of interest [Canterbury](https://expedia.co.uk/Canterbury.dx4596)[Shatterling](https://expedia.co.uk/Shatterling.dx6085133)[Preston](https://expedia.co.uk/Preston.dx6159602)[Wingham](https://expedia.co.uk/Wingham.dx6159614)[Ash](https://expedia.co.uk/Ash.dx6256972)[Staple](https://expedia.co.uk/Staple.dx6257329)[Stourmouth](https://expedia.co.uk/Stourmouth.dx3000456760) - [White Cliffs of Dover ](https://expedia.co.uk/White-Cliffs-Of-Dover-Dover.d6259515.Attraction) - [Canterbury Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Canterbury-Cathedral-Canterbury.d6091945.Attraction) - [Dover Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dover-Castle-Dover.d6091971.Attraction) - [Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dover-Western-Docks-Cruise-Terminal-Dover.d6129005.Attraction) - [Margate Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Margate-Beach-Margate.d6091939.Attraction) - [Dreamland ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dreamland-Margate.d553248634855571410.Attraction) - [Whitstable Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Whitstable-Beach-Whitstable.d6091929.Attraction) - [Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dover-Eastern-Docks-Ferry-Terminal-Dover.d6129001.Attraction) - [Deal Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Deal-Beach-England.d6280555.Attraction) - [Whitstable Harbour ](https://expedia.co.uk/Whitstable-Harbour-Whitstable.d6280319.Attraction) - [Port Lympne Wild Animal Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Lympne-Wild-Animal-Park-Hythe.d553248621532508807.Attraction) - [Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens ](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Lympne-Wild-Animal-Park-And-Gardens-Hythe.d6244997.Attraction) - [Ramsgate Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ramsgate-Beach-Ramsgate.d6091941.Attraction) - [University of Kent ](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Kent-Canterbury.d6091961.Attraction) - [Botany Bay ](https://expedia.co.uk/Botany-Bay-England.d6280528.Attraction) - [Folkestone Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Beach-Folkestone.d6091991.Attraction) - [Marlowe Theatre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Marlowe-Theatre-Canterbury.d6091959.Attraction) - [Dover Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dover-Beach-Dover.d6260663.Attraction) - [Royal St George's Golf Club ](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-St-Georges-Golf-Club-Sandwich.d6091987.Attraction) - [Howletts Wild Animal Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Howletts-Wild-Animal-Park-Canterbury.d6169952.Attraction) - [Folkestone Harbour ](https://expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Harbour-Folkestone.d6259521.Attraction) - [Viking Bay ](https://expedia.co.uk/Viking-Bay-Broadstairs.d6091933.Attraction) - [Westwood Cross Shopping Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Westwood-Cross-Shopping-Centre-Margate.d6280546.Attraction) - [Hythe Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Beach-Hythe.d6091993.Attraction) - [Lympne Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lympne-Castle-Hythe.d6244979.Attraction) - [Wingham Wildlife Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wingham-Wildlife-Park-Canterbury.d6259530.Attraction) - [Westgate Gardens ](https://expedia.co.uk/Westgate-Gardens-Canterbury.d6267797.Attraction) - [Ramsgate Royal Harbour and Marina ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ramsgate-Royal-Harbour-And-Marina-Ramsgate.d6258705.Attraction) - 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