About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Bowl Inn in Charing offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy British cuisine at the traditional restaurant, serving lunch and dinner with vegetarian options. The bar provides a relaxing atmosphere for evening drinks. Leisure Facilities: The property features a beautiful garden, outdoor dining area, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a patio, coffee machine, and outdoor furniture. Location and Attractions: Located 48 mi from London City Airport, the inn is near attractions such as Leeds Castle (8.7 mi) and Canterbury Cathedral (17 mi). Free on-site private parking is available.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Alex
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We were out for dinner, but the room was excellent, clean and well appointed, and the breakfast was excellent
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were lovely food was great and location excellent. We were also with our 6 month old Collie and staff were very accommodating Mike and Lisa
  • Patrick
    Israel Israel
    Lovely old inn and perfect for a family trip to Kent. A little out of the way… which was exactly what we were looking for! Lovely surrounding countryside and local villages. Comfortable, great breakfast and friendly staff. Perfect!
  • Jon
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Staff were very helpful and friendly. I was traveling with my son and all though we arrived very late in the evening after the kitchen staff had finished, they had prepared a cold platter for us to enjoy on arrival which was very enjoyable. At the...
  • Chritina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    An inn we have stayed at a few times, comfortable, clean and welcoming. Food is lovely, and good for me who has severe milk and gluten intolerances. Staff were very informed on allergies and super helpful when ordering. The room is beautifully...
  • Gail
    Canada Canada
    We loved everything about this hotel. Great restaurant, cosy bar, wonderful rooms and completely dog friendly everywhere. What’s not to love.
  • Pat
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Food was excellent room was good but a little small and upstairs as am very poor on my feet and stairs
  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was excellent, and evening food was really good
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable, quiet location. Very good value for money. Food was good. Relaxing stay.
  • Yi
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Cozy place, friendly staff, good breakfast, in a quiet place but no problem if travel with a car

Managed by Sam McGregor & Peter Watts

Company review score: 9.7Based on 666 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

The Bowl Inn is owned by Sam McGregor and Peter Watts, a father and daughter partnership. You will be greeted on the bar by Alice and the rest of the team.

Property info

The Bowl Inn is a 16th Century free house situated in the heart of the North Downs. Escape the beaten track and take in the charm of this beautiful country Inn overlooking the stunning Kent countryside. Enjoy sampling some of Kent's award winning local ales and continental lagers. We serve a traditional pub menu daily using the freshest locally sourced ingredients. Food is served Monday - Friday 12pm-3pm & 6pm-9pm, Saturday 12pm-9pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm. We are a pet-friendly pub and welcome well behaved dogs in our bar and restaurant, as well as in two of our bed & breakfast rooms. These two rooms have lovely outdoor spaces for you and your four-legged friends to relax in.

Neighborhood info

The Bowl Inn is ideally located to explore Kent. Close to Ashford, Canterbury, Dover and Folkstone making it the perfect base to see some of Kent's most historic attractions.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of The Bowl Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Private check-in/out

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided

    General

    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Family rooms

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    The Bowl Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 4:00 PM to 10:30 PM
    Check-out
    Until 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 1 years
    Extra bed upon request
    £20 per stay
    Crib upon request
    £20 per stay
    2 - 11 years
    Extra bed upon request
    £20 per stay

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardMaestroSoloCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform the property in advance of how many children are included in the booking.

    FAQs about The Bowl Inn