White Lion Tenterden is a haven where you can unwind in the garden or enjoy a meal at the restaurant. With free self parking, 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises, this upscale hotel ensures a comfortable stay.
Great Dixter House and Gardens - 12 min drive - 12.8 km
Sissinghurst Castle and Garden - 14 min drive - 14.4 km
Getting around
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 88 min drive
Charing Station - 20 min drive
Etchingham Station - 20 min drive
RH and DR Romney Sands Station - 21 min drive
Restaurants
The Vine Inn - 1 min walk
The Chapel Down Winery - 4 min drive
The Crown - 3 min drive
William Caxton - 5 min walk
The Woolpack Hotel - 2 min walk
About this property
White Lion Tenterden
When visiting Tenterden, White Lion Tenterden is a great choice to consider. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
14 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
Garden
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.00 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
White Lion Hotel Tenterden
White Lion Tenterden
White Lion Tenterden, Kent
White Lion Tenterden Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Does White Lion Tenterden offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, White Lion Tenterden does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at White Lion Tenterden?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at White Lion Tenterden?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at White Lion Tenterden?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at White Lion Tenterden and nearby?
White Lion Tenterden has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near White Lion Tenterden?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around White Lion Tenterden like?
White Lion Tenterden is a short 1-minute walk from St Mildred's Church and 5 minutes' walk from Kent and East Sussex Railway.
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White Lion Tenterden Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2025
Exceptional throughout
Excellent service and accommodation. The bar/restaurant food and drink was exceptional along with the superb service.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 17, 2025
Lovely pub/hotel with good food i a great location
Lovely pub/hotel in a great location. We had an excellent Sunday roast .The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. My only criticism is that it needs a lick of paint here and there.
Fiona
Fiona, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 4, 2025
Centre of Tenterden
The stay was ok, it served its purpose. Most of the staff were excellent. I understand that it is an old building but the uneven floors are terrible, with a step just as you open the door to the room, unbelievable.
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2025
You must visit here
WOW. A gem in the High Street. The staff were very friendly, some great real ales and the food was absolutely amazing. I had the cider batter Haddock and chips, OMG.
NIGEL
NIGEL, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 23, 2025
Quite good.
Fod was 0k, 7 out of 10. The room itsef wa a little tired, 6 out of 10. Staff were lovely!
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 28, 2024
Great staff, homely inn
Shaun
Shaun, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2025
Amazing
Amazing
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2024
Fab stay
Very friendly great food good service. Free car park
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2025
Greeted with a very warm welcome by Hannah.
Lovely deluxe room. View over town and garden.
Tea coffee etc facilities were excellent with a little treat of Tiffin too.
Only constructive criticism would be to provide better quality toilet roll!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2025
Stayed overnight on New Year's Eve. Good parking behind hotel. Rooms comfortable, with everything that we needed. Great breakfast the following morning. Many thanks.
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2024
Excellent breakfast, good drinks, friendly staff
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2023
Great place to stay
Lovely stay with great food
Jeffery
Jeffery, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2024
Amazing
Lovely pub /Hotel .staff super friendly and very helpful
Food was amazing we will definitely be coming back
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2024
Would stay again
It was very nice but a cold room and food portions small !!
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 22, 2024
Excellent Hotel!
Great hotel with a great pub, ideal location for a trip to chapel down winery. Great little town too, helpful staff when an extension was required for one of the rooms. Breakfast was delicious just a little confusing with regards to prices and choices. Overall great stay would recommend and stay again.
Gary
Gary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2024
The property was lovely very clean and nicely decorated. The staff were friendly and helpful. Parking was very secure. Positioned right on the high street so plenty of shops, cafes and restaurants. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Angela
Angela, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 9, 2024
A great location in the centre of Tenterden. Parking at the rear of the property included in the cost of you’re a resident in the hotel.
We had a very pleasant airy and comfortable room.
Certainly worth another visit in the future.
Leigh
Leigh, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2024
Excellent stay.
Beautiful building, well decorated room and excellent breakfast.
Staff were very friendly and professional, welcoming at all times and the room, bar and restaurant are beautifully decorated.
Room amenities were excellent, just a shame we didn’t discover the brownies until it was too late!
Phil
Phil, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 23, 2024
We had a pleasant stay. The staff were very friendly and the bar and restaurant area very nice. Our room was tired and needed a good lick of paint. The room was hot and stuffy and the sash window was broken and wouldn’t stay open which was annoying. We would go here again to use the bar and restaurant but would not stay overnight as there are better accommodations nearby.
Nicola
Nicola, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2024
Well decorated and spacious room in a building with character. Easy to park. Quiet. Great location in Tenterden.
Karen
Karen, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 15, 2024
Adequate but a bit expensive
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2023
Everything excellent
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 23, 2023
Hotel is nice and comfortable but can be a bit noisy from people walking around upstairs as old building with lots of wooden floors
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 16, 2024
Loved the place but unfortunately there were huge issues with our reservation where one of rooms was given away by mistake and we offered a downgraded room. Although when we asked for refund we were going to get it, it was a disappointing experience and we booked certain rooms for a reason. In the end we were given another room same quality to the detriment of someone else checking in later who would have experienced the same issue as we took their room. Really loved the room though and breakfast was great.
Josie
Josie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2024
Cool Runnings
Great location in the heart of Tenterden with ample parking. The check in was fast and welcoming. The room was spacious, nicely decorated and had a very comfortable bed. The hotel is in a quiet area so I slept very well. I had the eggy soldiers for breakfast which was good and very nostalgic! My only minor gripe was the time the sink hot water took to arrive....in fact it never got hot even after running the water for 15 minutes. I understand it's an old building but, continuing like this, I can see a hose pipe ban in Kent this summer!!