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Keynes College - University Of Kent

Property class: 2
Hostel near University of Kent in Canterbury

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A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a bright ceiling.
A modern building with a flat roof, large glass windows, and outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs.
A modern indoor area with a blue staircase, directional signs, and green vertical gardens.
A gym with multiple treadmills and elliptical machines, arranged in rows.
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a central entrance.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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University Road, Canterbury, England, CT2 7NP
  • Place, University of Kent
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Westgate Gardens
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Marlowe Theatre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)
    ‪120 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Ensuite Room

A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk with drawers, a chair, and a small trash bin.

Single Ensuite Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite

A modern hotel room with a wooden bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Canterbury

In Canterbury .Stay at this Canterbury hostel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of University of Kent and 2 miles (3 km) of Westgate Gardens. Marlowe Theatre and Canterbury Cathedral are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Kent - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gulbenkian Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • St. Dunstan's Church - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Westgate Gardens - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Marlowe Theatre - 6 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Canterbury West Station - 6 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The West Gate Inn (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sibson Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cafe des Amis du Mexique - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Unicorn Inn - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Keynes College - University Of Kent

Hostel near University of Kent in Canterbury
Keynes College - University Of Kent offers its guests an outdoor tennis court, indoor tennis courts, and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There are 100 meeting rooms available. A library, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Keynes College - University Of Kent. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • 609 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Keynes College - University Of Kent offers 609 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards, hair dryers, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on weekdays only.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 3 indoor tennis courts
  • Basketball
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:30 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Keynes College Reception]
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Keynes College-University Kent Hotel Canterbury
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Keynes College University Of Kent
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Keynes College - University Of Kent Canterbury

Frequently asked questions

How close is Keynes College - University Of Kent to the airport?

Keynes College - University Of Kent is 72.4 mi (111-min drive) away from the London (SEN-Southend) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Keynes College - University Of Kent have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Keynes College - University Of Kent.

How close is Keynes College - University Of Kent to the beach?

This hostel is 5.6 mi (15-min drive) from Whitstable Beach and 5.8 mi (18-min drive) from Tankerton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Keynes College - University Of Kent offer free breakfast?

Keynes College - University Of Kent offers free full breakfast on weekdays between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Keynes College - University Of Kent?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Keynes College - University Of Kent?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Keynes College - University Of Kent?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Keynes College - University Of Kent have a pool?

Keynes College - University Of Kent does not have a pool.

Does Keynes College - University Of Kent have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Keynes College - University Of Kent have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Keynes College - University Of Kent to downtown Canterbury?

Keynes College - University Of Kent is 1.2 mi away from Canterbury.

Keynes College - University Of Kent Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 196 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 196 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 196 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 196 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 196 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and peaceful, clean and tidy and staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very good. Easy to catch a bus to Canterbury centre. I'd definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Rom was ok , Staff good , Breakfast was ok the Coffee -5
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size well maintained and clean room. Very helpful reception staff. Handy kitchen close to the room to make your own food. Good cafeteria with Costa coffee. We needed to be in town before the published check in time but as the room was ready we were able to check in early, park our car and catch a bus from the campus bus stop into town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An ideal, cost effective place to stay. The price includes breakfast ....the only blot! The poor staff were overworked, trying hard, but dispirited. Masses of food, plenty of customers, but logistics meant that all items of the cooked breakfast were stone cold and inedible. Throw in only dregs of coffee and milk on the buffet table...!!! Again, staff were trying hard....seemed a complete absence of management!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast has good selection.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find helpful staff great breakfast very good Wi-Fi and TV
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable price for a stay in very pleasant surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I just stayed for one night good value for money very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place confortable and nice staff strong recommend 5 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great find.

Fantastic little find. Friendly, quiet, clean. Cheaper than most hotels. Breakfast included was an extra surprise and bonus. If I’m in the area over night again I’m certainly checking here for availability
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Great location

Great location, few minutes drive from centre. Free parking and very nice breakfast. Rooms clean but bed was very uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

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Basic, but perfectly adequate. Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and Good Value

Lovely location in the scenic grounds of Canterbury University. Room was similar in size, facilities, and comfort to a Travelodge, but with breakfast, wifi and room cleaning included, much better value. Great breakfast. A great location for a weekend trip to Canterbury.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Standard university accommodation as expected, room was clean and it was nice to have access to a kitchen for microwave/ oven (note there is no kitchen equipment/ crockery etc). Reception staff were very helpful in finding our room. Breakfast was nice, good continental and cooked options.
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As expected, no thrills but clean and comfortable. Would avoid in hot weather though as the rooms are well insulated.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Veey good basic accommodation. Very comfortable bed and en suite bathroom. The college isn't in the centre of Canturbury; it's a good mile to walk to the centre and it's up a hill on the way back. However there's a regular bus service to/from town.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The mattress was so bad, we had to move out and book a premier inn for the second two days.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Poor standard of amenities- tiny shower, and everything got soaked during shower, toilet was stained and old. Walls falling apart and gaps in grouting and moulding. No ventilation in bathroom and poor ventilation in the room. Windows need opening but located on ground floor so could not open at night. No bedside lamp and room was dark. Bed was great but a little damp. Slept very well as it was quiet and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst bed I’ve ever slept on. Mattress is completely worn out. The pillows and duvet smell of damp. There in mold on the shower room. The walls are paper thin and you can hear through them.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good

Cheapest accommodation in the area. Good price for own bathroom and breakfast included. The room was clean, but the the room and whole building had an unpleasant smell, and windows only open about 10cm, so couldn’t really air it out. Also the amenities weren’t the best with no soap or shower gel, which I didn’t bring and was hoping to be included. Not a major problem but would have been nice to know beforehand. I stayed for 2 nights, and housekeeping came to clean my room on the second day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Shocking service.

Shocking service. I arrived at 8.15 after trying to work out exactly where on earth I was supposed to go. At 8pm the reception apparently closes according to a chap I asked in the car park. After finally getting to reception (another person also waiting) we were directed to phone security to get the room key. 15 minutes later we had a key and directions to our block. Another 20 minutes later we still couldn’t find our block (at night the campus is extremely dark). Why the security guy could not have just shown us I’m not sure. So I then went to the bar and paid £10 to any student that could get me to my room. Unfortunately they were ‘freshers’ so it took another 15 minutes for them to assist. Room was fine. Service terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Awful check in, uncomfortable bed, nice campus

Awful check in experience. I queued up behind a couple whose electronic key fob to open their room wasn't working. They were given a card to get in instead. The receptionist gave me an electronic key fob to get into my room. I went to my room to discover it didn't work, so went back to reception. She then gave me an electronic card instead. I went to my room only to discover that that didn't work either, so went back to reception. One of the other people on reception said they would come with me to try and diagnose the problem. It wasn't clear what needed diagnosing - I think they may simply have thought I was too dopey to use the key fob and card - but I agreed. We went back to my room where they discovered that the key fob I'd told them didn't work, didn't work, and that the key card I'd told them didn't work, didn't work. So we wandered back to reception. Now I was given a key fob for a different room. Hurrah, it worked! But it was located in a flat full of Dutch school children on some kind of learning holiday. I'd no sooner got in my room than one of their carers knocked on the door and was quite insistent that I had to leave - understandably they were quite concerned about unknown adults around small children. So I wandered back to reception. At fifth time of asking, I finally got a working key to a room I could stay in. There are positives: the campus is nice, the breakfast is good. There's a bus stop very close by to get into town. But very uncomfortable bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked a lot, if I ever visit canterbury, I would stay there again, however I would have liked the room to be equipped with a mini fridge, a mini microwave and afew hangers for clothes, that aside loveed it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely and clean the free parking and free breakfast was a good bonus. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026