Fort Road Restaurant in Thanet

We had a lovely stay here ! 😊 The staff were so friendly and helpful and the rooms were excellent with everything you needed including great products, juices and fresh cookies. Breakfast was also amazing, great quality produce. I would definitely recommend this boutique hotel.

Review of Fort Road Hotel, Margate Fort Road Hotel is a stylish, relatively new addition to Margate’s seafront, and overall a solid choice. The bed is very comfortable, and the shower is excellent—both well above average. The room, however, is quite small, and while thoughtfully designed, it may feel a bit cramped for longer stays. One practical concern: the window only opens slightly and there’s no air conditioning—just a fan. It wasn’t an issue during my visit, but I do wonder how warm it might get in the summer. Breakfast is a standout. The croissant was superb, and the Bircher muesli was equally impressive—definitely worth waking up for. Be aware there is some street noise, which may bother light sleepers. All in all, a comfortable boutique stay with great food, though a few practical issues to consider if visiting in warmer months.

We absolutely LOVED the Fort Road hotel ! It was super cool and stylish - the decor was stunning (a nod to mid century and vintage in a really eclectic way ) - the hotel also boasts an incredible art collection which is fabulous. The staff are warm and welcoming, and the food is AMAZING! Definitely eat at the restaurant! The views are beautiful, so if it’s mild weather, there is a wonderful rooftop bar . We will definitely be back !

This hotel was such a great find! The Hotel was nice and clean, well located and the staff were all super friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend, especially for anyone with a four legged friend.

Beautiful hotel, incredible decor and interior. Cosy and very stylish bedroom and bathroom. Restaurant downstairs was stunning and great to eat at as the sun goes down. Fantastic location, right next to Turner Contemporary and the Old Town. I’ll be back again soon!

We loved our stay at the Fort Road Hotel. I loved the design, the rooms were cosy, bedsheets were so soft, and the bathroom was spacious with great products. The location was super convenient to get everywhere you needed to go. The breakfast was great too! What I appreciated most were all the little details – they had this book with recommendations around Margate and details about the history of the hotel, info about the art found around the hotel, and where all the products were sourced. It was so amazing to see how much it supported local suppliers. For us, it was a perfect place to stay for a weekend getaway!

From the moment we checked in we were made to feel welcome and at home. The staff are all so friendly and helpful. The rooms are beautiful, nicely decorated. Comfortable bed and soft bedding. The continental breakfast with coffees and fresh juices were a perfect start to the day. We went to listen to live music in the basement bar, nice ambience and negroni cocktail. Very enjoyable stay, would recommend.

Had a lovely stay at the Fort Road Hotel, upon checking in I was told that I had been upgrading which was a great start to my trip. The room was beautifully decorated and offered great views of the beach. The staff were friendly and incredibly helpful, I had a wonderful time!

A stunning and very stylish hotel. Had a wonderful time here. The whole feel of the hotel was a memorable experience. Would definitely come again.

Very good service and an excellent meal. The food was tasty and very well presented. It is really pleasing to see wine offered by the carafe, particularly if there are only 2 of you. Wines were fairly priced and overall the bill was OK given the quality of the food.

Excellent food, fantastic cocktails. Very friendly staff,service was great, I thoroughly would recommend dining here.

Enjoyed a short winter break. Advised by hotel before arrival that there was to be a pop up chef taking over their restaurant during our stay. Menu and photos didnt appeal and prompted us to cancel our dinner reservation. Pity as I was looking forward to experiencing Colina. Advised on check in that the bar was closed early evening for a private event so we went elsewhere for pre dinner drinks. Plenty of dining options nearby. Comfortable room with nice touches. Would give it another go for an out of season getaway.

Really nice little hotel. Beautiful bathroom with lovely products. Decent breakfast spread! Cosy fire. And they gave us welcome chocolate chip cookies. What’s not to love!

Great. Beautiful decor, great food, lovely views of the town and water. Staff were great and ideally located.

Gorgeous hotel, so cosy and inviting during a rainy weekend in Margate. The restaurant food looked wonderful and cocktails were fabulous. Thank you!

My wife and I stayed here one night with our frenchie. The room was very tasteful, exceptionally clean and the staff were very welcoming, particularly of the dog. We were even given a free upgrade! My only feedback is that the walls felt a little thin as we could definitely hear quiet conversations in adjacent rooms. Breakfast was great, location fantastic and the Virgin Mary was perfectly spicy 🌶️

We had a really lovely stay at the Fort Road Hotel. The rooms are beautifully designed, thoughtful, and stylish without being over the top. We didn’t have a sea view room, but it didn’t matter. It still felt cosy and well put together. The building has been restored with real care, managing to feel modern while keeping its original charm. The staff were friendly and helpful in a laid-back, relaxed way, which made the whole place feel very welcoming. It’s a fantastic spot, and we’d definitely stay again.

Fantastic place to stay. Beautiful interiors with nice touches. Breakfast and dinner excellent. Overlooks the Tate and easy stroll into Margate old town.

I recently stayed here with my partner and our little dog and I really couldn’t have asked for a better stay! We were in the suite (just above the Fort Road Hotel Sign) and not only was it immaculately clean, it was cosy and quiet; the room was kitted out with everything you’d need. Little restaurant and bar in the hotel were fabulous, fresh sea food and cocktails were wonderful! Staff even provided our dog with a little dog bed: even the little touches of fresh cookies, juices and oat milk in the fridge was just spot on! Definitely would stay here again. Perfect for a romantic getaway in Margate for sure.

We stayed for one night and have a great time at Fort Road Hotel. Staff were lovely- really friendly and attentive but not over the top. The rooms were beautifully done- super comfortable beds, big bathroom and beautiful artwork and lighting. Delicious breakfast included and a fun downstairs bar. Perfect little hotel!

One of the best hotel I ever stayed in. Well located, lovely staff and a magnificent atmosphere. Definitely the place I’ll be staying on my next trip to Margate

Had an excellent stay, everything was great. Amazing view, comfortable room, quiet. Couldn't recommend more.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Colina, and it was an excellent experience. Each dish was lovely, particularly the cauliflower soup of which it may be the best I’ve had and our waitress was very helpful and attentive. With cosy lighting, subtle soundtrack and relaxed decor, we felt right at home. Best meal I’ve enjoyed for a long time.

Really lovely small, and not so small, plates served in a beautiful but informal dining room with views across Margate seafront. The food is very good quality, cooked fresh, and extremely tasty. I recommend the crispy polenta - not something I ever thought I'd find myself saying. Serves food all day, so excellent for a pop in.

A little underwhelmed at somewhere that we have wanted to go to for a while. A mixed bag of courses. Disappointed with steak (not medium rare) and the patatas bravas was just ok. Agent staff served us for much of our meal and certainly didn’t wow us. Won’t be rushing back sadly.

The Fort Rd Hotel hosted our wedding reception and really exceeded our expectations in every way.....we already knew the building itself would be a very stylish and beautiful space for our big day, but we could not have anticipated the warmth and excellent service from the staff team from start to finish! The food we already knew was excellent, but we did not anticipate it remaining so exceptional despite catering for the large number guests. The day went brilliantly, Fred and his team managed everything smoothly - even down to consoling our cake maker when our chocolate wedding cake had melted in her car! Hotel staff consoled her and she really appreciated their help and support. The day could honestly not have gone any better, we will remember the warmth and professionalism of the Fort Road for years to come and will come back....maybe for our anniversary! Anyone considering a Margate wedding? We thoroughly recommend this beautiful and friendly venue ❤️

Beautiful tapas in a cosy, relaxed setting. Service could not have been any better, our server provided great advice and had a laugh with us. Very good value for money. A must if you are visiting Margate.

Really lovely place to stay , the attention to detail in the room from the choice to tea bags to the incredibly comfortable bed made all the difference. Friendly and helpful staff and a very good breakfast of poached eggs and yogurt I’ll be trying to replicate at home .

We had a wonderful stay! Highly recommend. Even the Cosy rooms are very comfortable. Lovely bedding and decor, the staff are friendly and the restaurant offers lovely food. Location is perfect for the Turner Contemporary but also a great start walking into town so not to miss anything. I would definitely book again.

Gorgeous hotel and super friendly staff - so accommodating when I made a mistake with the booking. Amazing local art and detail in the room and the perfect spot outside for a sunny pint or cocktail. Also the best fry up of our lives. Thank you!

Smart but relaxed setting. Lovely location opposite the Turner Contemporary. Selection of Spanish / Mediterranean small plates, all full of flavour while still well-balanced. Interesting wines. Cocktails! Staff are considerate, welcoming and knowledgeable. Visitors down from London find it reasonably priced as a smart dining option. A fantastic addition to what Margate has to offer. Would love to come back to see what’s on the Specials board next time.

Very good high quality food My taglierini with anchovies and chilli was excellent As was the cheese platter Wines on the expensive side

We enjoyed our light evening meals at Colina. Food was of good quality, properly cooked, and nicely presented. It's a tapas-like menu, and as vegetarians we found enough to satisfy us. Wines were good. Unlike some other reviewers we didn't think it particularly expensive, and the setting was nice.

There are not many restaurants other the usual fish and chip and bar food establishments open on a Sunday in Margate. Colina looked promising being a modern tapas restaurant boasting a celebrity chef influences. We were the only diners for a late Sunday lunch. We ordered seven plates and a bottle of wine. The tapas dishes were all passable but lacked any real taste and were served all at once. There was nothing you could send back but also nothing exciting. The bill for two was £105 so not great value. I hope this review encourages them to up their game.

This is a fantastic hotel, perfectly located. The team made us feel incredibly welcome. Service was superb.

We took a Superior King with a sea view and saw the sun set behind a gleaming lighthouse from the bed, easily the comfiest I have slept in, plushly dressed in enveloping white. A truly beautiful bathroom, too, and a bay window almost deep enough to serve as a second room. We absolutely shall, and must, return.

Had a peaceful sat night stay here in Feb , easy check in , room was spotless , tasteful and comfortable . Hotel has friendly staff that are there if you need them but aren't in your face . It's got a great chilled vibe , some beautiful artwork and interesting books and blue tooth speaker in the room . We'd recommend and use again , thanks to the team for a pleasant stay , Scott and Carly x