Based on 774 opinions finded in 3 websites
Based on 774 opinions finded in 3 websites
Nº 365 in 721 in Canterbury
Nº 52 of 109 British in Canterbury
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Beautiful window seat and view of the sea. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Very good full English and Eggs Royal and good coffee. Highly recommended.
Valerie I . 2024-10-16
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We booked two superior rooms with balconies. One twin & one double. Lovely large rooms with great bathrooms with Super powerful showers. The view was spectacular. Wish we had been here the night before to see the Northern Lights. The hotel has a lift which was great for my parents. Our rooms were on the first floor. There is no lift to the second floor. We found a space in the car park ok, there were spaces out the front as well don’t know if there are parking restrictions. The breakfast was lovely lots of choice. The staff are lovely & can’t do enough for you especially Karen on the front desk. Would recommend this hotel & hope to stay again.
SFB123 . 2024-10-13
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Very good food and service but being when I was leaving Was very disappointed as when i left the Duty manger Jordan told me not to bring my small Freind again when I asked which she responded you know who I mean having have work for the Marine for five year previously I found it a very bad insulate when i come in with fends as a customer I do not want VIP Treatment but more professional approach and was left with s very bad taste with me Harry Clarke
Harry C . 2024-08-30
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Fantastic food and great friendly service. Lovely ambience too. The food and wine was superb and came very quickly and it was a lovely meal.
Pinklet007 . 2024-08-22
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Hotel in a lovely spot & had an overnight stay. Room was great, no problems at all. Breakfast however needs to be sorted out. Our waitress couldn’t have been nicer, but the food was actually served by young boys who were maybe new. Food was going to incorrect tables all over the dining room, my husband got his toast immediately, which was clearly intended for someone else as nothing else appeared for approx 15 mins. A pot of fluid arrived with the comment ‘your tea’. When I said we had ordered coffee he lifted the lid & said ‘oh yes, coffee’, but when it was poured it was so weak you couldn’t tell what it was. Fried eggs were VERY overcooked - completely solid, mushrooms were cold. Toast was cold, but all this said we made the best of it. Hopefully service issues will have been sorted out by the time we come again.
Chaddersy . 2024-08-18
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A lovely hotel in a great location. Food excellent. The rooms a good size but a bit shabby. The furniture and walls and carpets need updating. We booked a dog friendly room and there were a lot of stairs to get there, not great for someone with mobility issues.
desilvaas . 2024-08-10
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Worst breakfast ever. One lump or two of what they called scrambled egg. One slice of toast each delivered on side plate. Coffee wasn’t hot enough. Very disappointed in the whole hotel apart from the staff.
Jude61_11 . 2024-07-18
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I thought the afternoon tea here was very good, especially for the price of £20 a head (which included one pot of tea each). The atmosphere and decor are nice, the staff polite and efficient. It’s not got the panache of Claridges, but then it’s not £90 per person either.
sevastopol72 . 2024-05-31
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Had heard that this was a good place to eat. Reception weak and underwhelming. Service very slow. Staff appeared disinterested. Male senior staff member no help to the waiting staff who were busy. Food mainly very basic apart from a salmon dish that was enjoyed by one of our party. Gave 3 out of 5 for the salmon dish otherwise would have given 2. Photo attached of the seasonal berries and pancakes……..2 raspberries!!!
alison . 2024-05-29
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Stayed on a winter overnight stay with 3 course meal and breakfast. And apart from having a job to park, and going around the block twice to find there car park, which you get to via the 2 tennis courts up a very unsuitable very deep pot holed strip of land and then finding no room to park at all. Finally parking a way away. On checking in the whole experience was very postive from then on. The lady checking us in was lovely even though she had been feeling a little unwell . Our room up on the second floor was very clean. Furnished well. And looked out to sea..the shower took a little to work out to get hot without getting to wet via the overhead shower being on straight away. Ended up using my toes to miss the cold water. Meet our friends in the bar had a little wait for our pre booked table as the previous diners had slightly overrun. This was not a problem .but i did feel the waitress tried to push us towards the breakfast area and told us a few times our table was by the toilets. We wished to wait and on seating we had a lovely round table no where near the toilets. Our waiter Jacob a young lad who i do not believe had been there very long. Was so engaging and very polite and friendly, took our orders and drinks orders and engaged each time he served us. Our meal was cooked lovely and presentation good. The choice on the menu found we all had good options covered. After our meal we had a good nights sleep. Went down for breakfast which once again the choice was very good. Our lady serving us was friendly polite and efficient. On checkout once again quick and friendly service. I would ask only for 4 English tea bags in room as only had 3 but i had peppermint tea once .otherwise an extremely pleasant stay. And location is ideal .
539ageorge . 2024-03-17
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Absolutely awful, waited ages as assistant wasn't at the the desk to be seated, ordered our drinks which never arrived so had to ask again for them. Food...hmm my partners steak wasn't as requested completely wrong which he couldn't eat and our pre starters on table prawns never arrived....Nice environment but Absolutely ruined my birthday!
Karen A . 2024-03-17
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We were pleasantly surprised with the hotel it was really good. The customer service outstanding service n all areas. The location is fab, right next to the beach with parking. We only are breakfast but that was delicious. Our room was large well presented. Coffee machine and good selection of hot drinks. Great lounges to read in. Would stay there again. Very dog friendly.
Tilly M . 2024-02-26
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Just returned from a great lunch at The Marine. Very impromptu visit. The bar staff super friendly and excellent knowledge of allergy menu. We both had the fish and chips , mine Gluten free which I must say was one of the best GF batters Ive had. Totally recommended. (It wasn’t shown on menu - but I asked what options they had and was very spoilt!) Thank you chefs! Perfect lunch visit. Will be back. Thank you
nikki362016 . 2024-02-20
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I booked the Marine as part of their winter escape deal for £150 as a surprise for my husbands birthday. Eventually found the car park down a pot holed alley and we went to reception to check in. I had stated on the reservation that it was my husbands birthday celebration and the receptionist clearly stated the price then handed me the card reader. Surely it would have been more appropriate to hand me the card reader and ask me to check the amount? All a bit awkward! We were given a flask of milk for teas and coffees as there was no fridge and we headed up to our second floor sea view room, The room was small, clean and comfortable with a lovely view of the beach. The bathroom was a bit of a disaster with the shower going hot and cold and one of the shows doors has come off its rails and was hanging precariously. The window safety catch was also broken and hanging off. The three course dinner was nice and breakfast was really good. Wait and bar staff were friendly and attentive. When we left in the morning, we were ignored by the two ladies on reception as we said goodbye and put our key in the drop off box on the reception desk. It was worth the price as part of the deal, but not at any other time.
TDWKent . 2024-02-19
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Stayed at the Marine Hotel for 3 nights. Made reservations at local restaurants for the evening meal. After the first day at the hotel having breakfast, we decided to have dinner as well . The quality of the food and service was excellent, no need to go anywhere else!!
749sallyj . 2024-02-17
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Booked to go with friends from North Yorkshire, was lovely as allowed dogs and even had a doggie bag when we got there and even got a sausage at breakfast! Room gorgeous and bathroom but the room was really hot! Had air con on as cold as could get it but it was still warm. Had a meal in evening and food was delicious and breakfast which is included was really good and lovely to be able to choose what you like! Been before and will definitely book again! Lovely hotel.
Moo4mgj . 2024-02-04
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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay The room was clean, warm and comfortable, the food was delicious and the staff were exceptional. Everyone from reception, to bar and wait staff, to the cleaners we passed in the corridors were so friendly and helpful.
Karenlesim . 2024-01-19
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From arrival, we were impressed with the whole package. The outside was very well kept, wooden tables and heat lamps keeping guests warm in the winter breeze. Inside we were greeted by a lovely lady named Karen, who was very welcoming and helpful. We were lucky to have been upgraded to a higher room, and were not dissapointed at all. The decor was clean and tidy, the view amazing across the estury with a balcony. The bed was a king size, but had a memory foam matress, which isnt something we find comfortable, but others do, it was good quality. The bedding was well dresses and again lovely quality. The bathroom had a nice size bath and shower. Plenty of tea, coffee, buscuits and hot choc, however a lovely touch was the espresso maker, but sadly, the coffee cups were too big, and so it was a faff to use, but thats just a silly thing. Food service was amazing too, our waiter (Josh) was welcoming and very cheerful and helpful, all the staff were eagre to make us welcome. The food came timely, and was well worth it the prices. We had a burger and steak, the burger was amazing, juivy perfectly cooked, the steak wasnt the best cut, but was cooked to perfection. My wife did try the chicken escolop, but it was a tad dry for her, but staff changed it quickly and with zero fuss, very professional, and that was no reflection on the cook at all, just her image wasnt the same. Breakfast was also great, I had the full English, and my wife had eggs benedict, both were great, although the "crispy" bacon was more like leahter (a bit old) and the beans had a heat skin on them. Again great value, wonderful coffee too, but odd it coming in a teapot, as anyone who doesnt like tea will tell you, we can taste it! We had this night on a Winter Deal, £150 for 3 course evening meal, bed and breakfast for 2, so value was amazing, great for a night out. The location is quiet in the winter, if you like walking theres miles of beach paths and being dog friendly, they would love it too.
Allan_Norris . 2024-01-14
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We stayed here on a winter deal - £150 for a double room, breakfast and 3 course meal - brilliant value! Our dog was made so welcome too. We left the car in the car park and walked into Whitstable - then back the other way and stopped in at a local pub for a pint. We checked and in room 30 was cute. Nice touches like the coffee machine. We enjoyed a drink from the bar and then went down for supper in the lovely orangerie. I enjoyed duck salad, seafood pasta and we took a cheese plate back to our room. The room was lovely and warm. Dogs are welcome in the restaurant and we were offered a sausage for our pooch at breakfast. We enjoyed the full English and smoked salmon with scrambled egg for breakfast all served with plentiful orange juice. Everyone was so welcoming and friendly. We are working our way round the group making the most of the winter deal but we will definitely return.
RAFKent . 2024-01-13
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Booked at the last minute for a break in January. Nice hotel very clean with really friendly staff. Breakfast was good too
Jmkings23 . 2024-01-08
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We were out for walk with our friends and our dogs and as the weather was rubbish, we stopped in The Marine Hotel for a late lunch (4pm'ish). They have a lovely lounge which is dog friendly and we found a table in one of the bay windows. Whilst we could not see much due to the weather the lounge was very nice. We ordered drinks from the bar and looked over their menus. The lemonade had to go back as it tasted strange, but they swapped it out for a tonic water. Finally deciding on our food, back to the bar to order. Two roast lamb Sunday dinners, a chicken schnitzel and mushroom risotto. The roast lamb and chicken were nice, but the risotto lacked flavour. Overall, it was OK.
Beef36 . 2023-12-06
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Stayed on 29th November 23- hotel was quiet and very gratefully got a complimentary upgrade to a sea room which was a lovely touch. Room was modern but felt incredibly homely, felt like the hotel could've charged more for how nice is was. My only peeve was that the staff presentation didn't match how nice the hotel was, felt like a nicer uniform could be provided, most team wearing scruffy trainers (again just an observation) Breakfast room was stunning and my Eggs Benedict was really tasty! Will 100% be returning if I stay in Whitstable again :)
Megan R . 2023-12-01
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Clean, friendly and the breakfast was out of this world. We have just booked to go back!! The view is amazing and the light in the restaurant is a joy.
Rachel C . 2023-11-25
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It's OK, having said that a bit rundown and lacking in any real ambience. Relies on it's location which is more spectacular than the hotel. If the hotel were elsewhere it would be considered very average, possibly scruffy. Stayed the night to celebrate a family members birthday and the bed was very, very uncomfortable. The bathroom was very dated and in need of modernisation. Would I go again? No to be frank I wouldn't for a special occasion I was expecting it to be smarter than it was. The bar was a bit limited in respect of alcohol free draft beer and the service was slow. Breakfast was fine and the waitresses were excellent.
Stephen F . 2023-11-22
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Beautiful location yet the lack lustre food ,choices way too pricey for normal pub grub. I wouldn't go back again, which was is a shame
S21G . 2023-11-11
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We stayed for a Saturday night for a weekend break. Everything was lovely - staff, location, our room - we were in room 7 - breakfast was just right for us too. Thanks to the hotel and lovely team there we had such a lovely stay.
444ruthh . 2023-10-08
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I have been a regular customer at the Marine, mainly Saturday lunch for many years. Have they changed the chef, because I had Sunday Roast a couple of weeks ago with a friend and the Sunday roast was disgusting. I was told the roast potatoes were cooked that day. They didn't even look roasted and had a terrible taste. My chicken was more bone than meat, so I sent the lot back. The potatoes were just as bad, I am sure roasted the day before. My friends Lamb was that tough I bought it home for my dog.,and she left the disgusting roast potatoes. We will never go there again for a meal, sad after all these years, but I will not pay £ 17 for a Sunday roast that was so badly cooked
Joyce B . 2023-10-02
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We clocked this place while walking in Tankerton and decided to give it a go to have lunch. I’m very happy we did as we both loved it. Lovely food, friendly staff and great service. Whatelse can you wish for? Well, a reasonable bill offcourse 😉
Bruggeling77 . 2023-09-28
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Stayed in the Hotel for one night while in the area for a week. Most Excellent Full English Breakfast the following morning. Very High Quality breakfast and fantastic service while we were seated in the conservatory on nice sunny morning. A Big Thank you so much to the entire team. The evening meal of the night we booked in, not so good. However, we survived :-) Overall, a very good experience. Thank You.
825marksn . 2023-09-25
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My dinner was appallingly bad … chose the burger which had been heavily microwaved … couldn’t even cut it … didn’t really apologise… said bring you another one… by which time all 7 of my friends had eaten theirs… the dessert was cheese board… once again unhappy two small pieces of cheese…small not fresh grapes… way overpriced
brendabR8994AU . 2023-09-24
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Meet friends here for lunch today. Having only been a few weeks ago we didn't expect a different menu. 2 of us ordered the chicken breast with a mushroom sauce which i had had before and it was lovely. When the food came both pieces of chicken were undercooked. Sent them back excepting fresh to be cooked in the time we waited. However this was not the case as the same pieces returned but this time cooked of course this meant the sauce was cold and the potatoe cake hard. We didn't want to send it back again as the men had all but finished their food. We were not offered any compensation. We do eat here quite often and in the past have had to return undercooked food. The tables in the orangeare really need replacing they are very worn peeling and don't look very nice. On a positive the waiting staff were very nice. My husband and friend both enjoyed their meals .
lizl486 . 2023-09-13
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As locals of many years we used to enjoy meeting other local friends for drinks at the Marine plus attended many events there over the years. No longer though as it does not feel welcoming as a pub but just a hotel for visitors. Made a rare visit for lunch today with an elderly friend. Lovely bar staff and menu good. My chicken Caesar salad also very good. Friend only wanted a starter - pate with sour dough. This came with one small slice of sour dough toast only. I asked if she might have a second slice - worried look between bar staff “ the kitchen don’t like it “. One further slice however brought out by ? Member of kitchen staff and dumped grudgingly on table. Well done Sheperd Neame for appealing to tourists - certainly no longer to locals.
Jan L . 2023-09-12
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Fantastic meal, something special abourlt this hotel. Duck first lunch, steak pie second lunch, both gorgeous Staff friendly. Accessible at rear of hotel. Sea views. Drinks overlooking the sea. Choice of where to eat we ate in the bar and conservatory. Drinks on the terrace, made a day of it.
HolidayStar2014 . 2023-08-31
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Booked a high tea for our Aunt’s 95 birthday 🎂 Everything was well presented and she had a fabulous time. Highly recommended.
Raymond C . 2023-08-25
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We had a lovely evening at The Marine celebrating my mother & father in-laws wedding anniversary. The manager and staff made it so special for them. Our waitress Vicky was friendly and attentive and the food was great. Would highly recommend for a special occasion.
ally2801 . 2023-08-12
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we telephoned and said we have a vegan birthday girl ! no vegan starter no vegan pudding, well actually ice cream but the others had a yummy looking pud 😪 the thing is it’s so cheap and easy to do vegan , not even a salad , bit disappointing, i wish they had been more honest and said only vegan mains which were nothing special 😪 however staff were really lovely and very kind . my niece said nice portions 😬
Companion04963189132 . 2023-08-04
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Had a lovely lilunch at The Marine today. Very airy inside and menu was varied. We opted for the halloumi open sandwich and a bowl of very nice fries. Friendly staff. Nice decor. We saw that they did afternoon tea too so may check that out next time.
Wendy S . 2023-08-02
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Often call in for breakfast. Staff friendly. They seem to have stopped doing back bacon and is now streaky bacon. I would rather pay more for a decent piece. This is just cheap. Toast on the thin side so the butter makes it soggy . eggs and everything else okay. Even abroad we get back bacon. A very British breakfast. Lovely setting.
AngieKentUK . 2023-07-30
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Enjoyed our lunch very much,but thought the chocolate pyramid was very expensive for what it was £8.50 ,not worth that,at all.
wendy h . 2023-06-28
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We were at a family wedding here in Jan 2022. The meals the night before and on the wedding day were very good, so we decided to bring friends for lunch in June 2023. When we arrived I said I had pre-booked (dog-friendly area) but...
susanen58 . 2023-06-27
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A really great place for a leisurely lunch. Good value for money menu, nice location on the coast, plenty of comfortable places to lounge and chill out either before or after lunch, with a soft drink, tea or coffee or something stronger (bar opens at...
Stanley_Kirk . 2023-06-19
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3rd time we have stayed at the marine and it will be the last. Service has dropped massively since we first stayed three years ago. My wife and I booked two rooms with my Mother and Father in Law for their wedding anniversary. Attitude of...
pmgk1977 . 2023-06-09
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I booked lunch for my Birthday on 1st June with 2 friends,we were greeted by the manager,who was very welcoming,he showed us to our table.. The waitress who served us was very polite & equally welcoming..the food was lovely,service was very good..a relaxed atmosphere,thoroughly enjoyed...
Sightseer11177939728 . 2023-06-08
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If you go, pay in cash! Through a payment error, the hotel charged me three times and I have spent the time since I came back from holiday trying to sort this out. The manager offered me a voucher, but I would just like home...
276millyc . 2023-06-05
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Went here for a birthday lunch and really, really enjoyed the food and service. Although very busy we were dealt with promptly by staff who genuinely appeared to enjoy their work - such a nice change. The food was delivered piping hot and, although different...
David E . 2023-06-02
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We asked if the 'white crab open sandwich' was white crab and the waitress said she did not know. We ordered it and it was brown crab meat, absolutely awful. The service was very slow, we waited 20 minutes for ice cream.
hollymuppet . 2023-06-01
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My son and I were very impressed with the quality of the food and the very pleasant and efficient staff. His asparagus and spinach soup was very tasty. I had the oysters. His main was the pea and shallot ravioli, again very tasty. I had...
ShropshireDavidH . 2023-05-31
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I'm so disappointed today with The Marine restaurant staff. We got married here many years ago and live nearby and now enjoy bringing our young children for breakfast occasionally. Today I came in with my children, was told we needed to sit in the bar...
Scenic58226786567 . 2023-05-14
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Great seaside hotel, friendly and cheerful staff, great breakfast (shoutout to Patsy). Would recommend and stay there again
Gimantis . 2023-05-13
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We have used this restaurant for a few years now but unfortunately we will sadly not be returning. We encountered very slow service even though it was quiet the prices are expensive for what you get and the quality of the food and portion sizes...
DavidS22-1962 . 2023-05-08
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Second visit for breakfast and how delicious. The first visit was a traditional Full English which was hot, beautifully presented and tasty. This time I thoroughly enjoyed pancakes with berries I think I may make it three visits soon. Staff were lovely too.
Ermentrude27 . 2023-04-27
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We went after a Funeral and had a private room the staff were very attentive spot on all round and serve up a great Lunch for us. The Manager could not do enough for us all from the start. Thanks again .
572anthonyk . 2023-04-24
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Very enjoyable lunch in the orangery. Dogs are permitted which is a bonus, staff very friendly and the food was very nice. Would recommend the Prawns and scallops. Never disappoints. Would advise booking as very busy
Jay J . 2023-04-17
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Perfect for a lunch after a bracing walk along the seafront..... Excellent lunch, good service and prices were okay for the quality. The fish and chips was huge.... I had the seafood tagliatelle which was full of flavour. Lots of different seating area's and we...
ianx17489 . 2023-03-26
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We had a one night stay in a room overlooking the town (and car park!) we would have loved a sea view room but sadly there were none left available. This didn’t hamper our stay though as we had a lovely large, light room and...
mitzifox . 2023-03-17
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My husband and I booked a table for valentines evening and was welcomed by lovely staff. We were served by Daisy who came across very professional and helpful when asking about the menu choice and checking we were happy with our meal. When ordering our...
Kellie K . 2023-02-14
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Family group of five had breakfast, boiled eggs looked like size of budgie eggs, scrambled eggs were served cold, vegetarian breakfast was worse I've ever eaten. Slimy mushrooms, undercooked egg, sparsity of beans and whatever were the two round objects that looked like rubber and...
MikePetti . 2023-01-15
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Business brunch here was OK - service was a little bit brusque, maybe a little grumpy but we got our food and a full breakfast to do work on is always appreciated. And inexpensive. A few weekends later I returned with my parents for Sunday...
Familyontour4of4 . 2023-01-15
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What a charming seafront hotel located on top of the esplanade overlooking the long beach at Whitstable . The hotel is a bit of a walk away from the busy town centre and is very quiet . Well appointed showing a "certain"age but not at...
L7994SWallanc . 2023-01-15
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I visited this hotel for lunch with friends . I liked the interior of the restaurant and nice touch of crackers laid out on table . The menu was very extensive but the main special dishes could of been more varied as 3 dishes came...
Molly M . 2022-12-26
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We had a family lunch at the hotel yesterday. The service and staff were very attentive and the meal was good. My wife paid the bill and we left. Once we arrived home we saw that we had been over charged for all the main...
Russ B . 2022-12-07
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We attended a Christmas Party night here last week, a group of 16, aged 60-70. Between us we had almost all of the choices on the menu & there were no complaints from anyone. Service was efficient and prompt and the tables were cleared by...
Nixador1 . 2022-12-05
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Booked online a table for my wife and myself knowing during the day dogs are allowed in the Orangery I decided to play it safe so deliberately avoided booking the Orangery so booked the main restaurant. Leading very busy lives just needed a nice quite...
Pen4uk . 2022-12-04
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Lovely bar staff and good service but this was our second visit in two week for a large Christmas event and the main meal was very disappointing. The roast potatoes weren’t roasted at all, they were completely white and soft. The pigs in blankets were...
sallypratleywoodward . 2022-12-03
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We just stayed here for 1 night for my husband’s 78th birthday. The first noticeable thing was that the staff, without exception, were really helpful, friendly and efficient and all keen to ensure we had a lovely stay. We had a superior room with sea...
Duffer56 . 2022-11-22
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A very relaxed sea view hotel . Very good interior design and decor.We had a fabulous family weekend here. Bar food very good and service was friendly and attentive.
DOOKS2016 . 2022-11-20
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Had an evening meal for 4 people. Hadn't dined at the Marine since before the start of the pandemic. Historically quality has been variable but never bad, occasionally exceptional perhaps affected by changes in kitchen staff. The restaurant area is a light, airy, and spacious...
aceospadeswit . 2022-11-13
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Disappointing service in restaurant slow. We gave up waiting for the last course. Other people around us were also waiting a long time. Roast dinners chicken was not edible just bones and vegetables soggy. Altogether a disappointing lunch. We will not be going there for...
Angela B . 2022-11-13
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What a complete disappointment for my girlfriends birthday. My partner had previously been here for a dinner and loved it, so we treated her to a breakfast at the Marine Hotel. Upon arrival we immediately had the sense that absolutely no one working at the...
sam9724 . 2022-10-29
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Having popped in for lunch once before when enjoying a walk along the seafront location, we decided to book a family meal for 12 of us to celebrate my wife's birthday. Unlike many restaurants that will join a few tables together and squeeze extra seats...
864sajk . 2022-10-24
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Very poor and unfriendly service when dropping in for a coffee with friends mid morning. No respect for the customer. Pity because on other occasions service had been good.
DavidMWhitstable . 2022-10-15
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We came to the marine for inch had a lovely walk round the area then sat down for lunch. Hubby had hot rooster burger which was so tender chicken in the bun with Monterey jack cheese, chilli jam, cabbage carrot slaw crispy onions rocket and...
KentLovebug . 2022-10-12
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3 of us had drinks and a lovely chat in comfortable armchairs looking out over sea. Service was good: from a charming young man new to the job. One of us finds steps difficult but we were shown the rear entrance with convenient parking and...
R3616QQpath . 2022-09-16
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Having been a regular at the Marine Hotel for many years I am shocked by the poor service over the last few months. We have experienced wrong food and drinks arriving on a number of occasions, poor quality food, cold coffees, long waits for service...
zoeb871 . 2022-09-04
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The venue, The service, The staff especially Emma who took away all my stresses as soon as I booked it. This was a 6 week turn around wedding due to a family illness & can’t Thank everyone enough for the incredible hard work to help...
Karaokecathy . 2022-09-03
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I've been coming to the Marine for years and have always loved it here but today I had such a bad experience. I arrived with my stepdad at 10.15 and went up to the bar and was greeted by a busy waitress who said "you...
F1074XBseanw . 2022-08-27
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Our room was lovely especially (and because of) the balcony and sea view. We had 2 rooms and the other was to the rear of the hotel and up fairly steep stairs but was also lovely with a nice bathroom. Both rooms had noisy and...
MrsSmith2727 . 2022-08-18
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Nice early evening meal in pleasant surroundings although a little noisy. Have visited this restaurant many times and never been disappointed
Jenny K . 2022-08-14
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Food and ambience lovely, location lovely but arrived to find bathroom dirty and towel stained - when pointed out they immediately cleaned it however. Generally the public areas and toilets downstairs were grubby - no other word for it, It’s quite a pricey hotel and...
Maps53887815311 . 2022-07-18
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Five of us dined here for lunch, the service was good, the wine list was good but slightly limited, the food was devine. We had a wide range of tastes and requirements and we all found something to suit. I had Trout, my wife had...
Bedouin29 . 2022-07-14
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Excellent hotel. We had a sea view which was worth paying the extra for. Breakfasts were lovely and plentiful with a wide variety to suit all tastes. The evening meals were also excellent. Every member of staff were friendly and helpful. We would definitely recommend.
msec . 2022-06-29
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I've been to this hotel a few times now for weddings and events and have always been impressed by the staff, the location and good food and drink. The working class boy in me sees it as pricey but it is on the seafront in...
Tom F . 2022-06-18
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We had a family meal with 11 of us for dinner. We often come to the Marine as we really enjoy the food and the surroundings. We had a terrific meal & the service was outstanding, we were served by Maisie & nothing was too...
DonaldGibbons1966 . 2022-06-01
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I had booked a table online for five adults for an evening meal, seven weeks prior to the arranged date. In the "requests" box alongside the booking I had asked if was possible to have the larger round table in the bay window overlooking the...
Hartleysmum . 2022-05-26
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Had a fantastic lunch in the Marine on Friday for a special occasion. Having been fitted in last minute all 11 of us enjoyed our lunch from the varied and greatly priced menu. I had Chilli Squid and Ham, Egg and Chips, with a few...
_joemcgrath16 . 2022-05-22
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Called in for breakfast this morning. Have done so previously and it was excellent, but today's was not up to the usual high standard. Overcooked scrambled eggs, awful sausage, undercooked bacon. Very disappointing.
Karen L . 2022-05-12
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Party of seven for a birthday lunch, and between us we had four dogs! Everyone enjoyed their own individual choice of menu, we were served by Josh who also brought water for the dogs. We were able to have our own birthday cake, brought to...
Bev1504 . 2022-04-21
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Treated to an afternoon tea today by my daughter for my birthday. It was beautiful. Sandwiches were lovely and fresh, scones scrummy! Staff really nice and conservatory warm and sunny. Cannot recommend highly enough!!
Roam293005 . 2022-04-01
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I had a lovely birthday meal. I had the lamb rump which was very good . My husband had the haddock which he enjoyed. We eat at the Marine Hotel often and have found the food good quailty and the service friendly. I like the...
P9132PPjanete . 2022-03-31
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So it’s been a week since we left the Marine Hotel & we are missing it already! Don’t take any notice of the negative reviews as this hotel is FANTASTIC……impeccable customer service from every member of staff,high quality food & dog friendly. The hotel is...
Hevanna19 . 2022-03-18
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I arranged to meet friends for brunch on arrival we were told to sit in a separate area as we were not residents and order from the bar which we did. There were three of us, the table was set for two - we had...
LizAir . 2022-02-06
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5* service 5* meal We have not been for a meal at the marine hotel since the refurbishment and what lovely decor it was We were served by Maisie who has worked there for a few years and really knew her wines and all the...
O4630BEsueh . 2022-01-31
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Went for the weekend with my grandson. The hotel was lovely. Staff all so helpful and really friendly . Our room overlooked sea with a balcony and great to watch world go by. Park runs , people walking, surf kites.was all good. Ate all weekend...
C9601LSsheilan . 2022-01-30
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We had a lovely meal here recently. The decor and location are lovely, very nicely decorated and right by the sea with wonderful views. The food was all delicious. There was plenty of choice on the menu and the prices are fair. The service was...
Scac S . 2022-01-30
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We had a great weekend. The dog friendly rooms are at the top of the hotel and there aren't any lifts so not great for someone with mobility problems. Rooms very clean and beds comfortable x Wi-Fi terrible. The restaurant is lovely, although not dog...
Smiles387854 . 2022-01-18
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Turned up with no booking for a table of 7. The lady on the front desk was very Accommodating us and pulled the tables together. It’s a nice setting, very spacious, only negative, it could be a little warmer. We had a few issues with...
Nicolarse1416 . 2022-01-08
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Me and my work colleagues came to the marine for our xmas work do & we were so so pleased with everything. From how it was all organised to the two lovely girls who danced the night away behind the bar and nothing was too...
harri_garner11 . 2021-12-15
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I’ve just spent the weekend at The Marine Hotel. We were a party of 12 including a baby and toddler so not the easiest! We’ve used the restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner and the food was fantastic. Every member of staff was extremely helpful...
779hannahp . 2021-12-12
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Four of us went for lunch. We had booked the carpeted section specifically - they seated us in the (noisy) orangery. No attempt to resolve the situation. The food sounded delicious on the menu, but was very disappointing. My meal was a combination of burnt...
671sarahh671 . 2021-11-07
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When we arrived for lunch here the restaurant was largely empty and no staff were visible so we sat down at a table. I went to ask for a menu and was actually told off by a male member of bar staff who told me...
AJ E . 2021-10-21
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Called on for Sunday lunch as had not been for a while. Two roast lunch dishes available which was served with a separate dish of 4 vegetables. Good selection of beers and when asked what wine they had was afforded a selection of 6. Prices were competitive, service attentive and atmosphere good. Will we come again - definitely.
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Went for lunch. Had a ploughman (but not that fabulous ) lunch and a Friars beer. Food was god. Service was indifferent and not caring. Just so I g their job nothing more. Music was loud and unpleasant.