Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns

On-site pub/restaurant across the road is frequently used and well regarded, and parking is plentiful and convenient. Several guests note there is no lift, which can be difficult for prams or those with mobility needs.

Many guests find rooms very clean and tidy, with housekeeping praised at times. However, recurring complaints cite damp or musty odors, pests or bathroom grime, and maintenance oversights such as limescale, stained linens, or drainage smells.

Rooms are generally comfortable and often spacious, with many praising the beds and, in some rooms, effective air conditioning. Several reviews report noise from traffic or machinery, limited storage, and dated or worn fittings in places.

Staff are widely described as friendly, helpful and efficient, with smooth check-ins and considerate housekeeping. A few guests experienced slow or confusing check-in at the pub, unwelcoming interactions, or nighttime disturbance from staff.

Very convenient for Westwood Cross shopping and eateries, with easy bus links and short drives to Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate; parking is straightforward. The setting is in a retail area rather than a seafront location.

Pub meals and breakfasts are frequently praised for taste and value, with many diners satisfied. Still, feedback varies: some dishes disappointed, breakfast options or inclusion caused confusion, and prices or hours felt unfavorable to a few.