The Royal Albion
$147
/ night
Avg. for October
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$147
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Royal Albion average $114 in January, the cheapest month, and $207 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $114 |
| February | $148 |
| March | $145 |
| April | $164 |
| May | $197 |
| June | $182 |
| July | $203 |
| August | $207 |
| September | $194 |
| October | $147 |
| November | $123 |
| December | $130 |
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About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby and luggage storage.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 21 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
When you stay at Royal Albion Hotel in Broadstairs, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Dickens House Museum and Viking Bay. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Broadstairs Leisure and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Louisa Bay.
What's nearby
Dickens House Museum(0.1 miles)
Viking Bay(0.1 miles)
Broadstairs Leisure(0.2 miles)
Louisa Bay(0.3 miles)
Stone Bay(0.4 miles)
Crampton Tower Museum(0.4 miles)
Dumpton Gap(0.7 miles)
King George VI Memorial Park(1.1 miles)
Italianate Greenhouse(1.2 miles)
Revolution Skatepark(1.5 miles)
Joss Bay(1.6 miles)
Granville Theatre(1.7 miles)
North Foreland Golf Club(1.9 miles)
Kingsgate Bay(2 miles)
Albion Place Gardens(2.2 miles)
The preferred airport for Royal Albion Hotel is London City Airport (LCY)(77.6 miles)
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Garden
Golf Course (nearby)
Beach (Nearby)
Location
6-12 Albion Street, Broadstairs, England, United Kingdom
Dickens House Museum (0.1 miles)
Viking Bay (0.1 miles)
Broadstairs Leisure (0.2 miles)
Louisa Bay (0.3 miles)
Stone Bay (0.4 miles)
Crampton Tower Museum (0.4 miles)
Room options
13
Superior Twin Room, Sea View
1 Full Bed
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)TV
4
Classic Twin Room, Sea View
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)TV
6
Feature Room, Sea View
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)TV
7
Classic Double Room Town View
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Extra Fee)
4
Classic Single Room
1 Twin Bed
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)TV
9
Superior Double Room, Sea View
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Superior Single Room
1 Twin Bed
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)TV
5
Triple Room
1 Full Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 3
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)TV
5
Cosy Double Room Sea View
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)TV
5
Family Room
1 Full Bed
and 2 Bunk Beds
Sleeps 4
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)TV
4
Classic Double Room Sea View
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)TV
Guest reviews of The Royal Albion
8.5
Very good
Based on 1,605 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
8%
Couple
52%
Family
23%
Group
10%
Solo
4%
What guests think
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Across reviews of The Royal Albion, travellers highlight a prime seafront location by Viking Bay, consistently friendly staff, and standout cooked-to-order breakfasts, while some note dated areas, street noise in town-facing rooms, and access challenges due to many stairs.
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What guests think
Across reviews of The Royal Albion, travellers highlight a prime seafront location by Viking Bay, consistently friendly staff, and standout cooked-to-order breakfasts, while some note dated areas, street noise in town-facing rooms, and access challenges due to many stairs.
Sea-view and balcony rooms are widely liked for comfort and views, though a few guests found certain rooms hot, small, or with worn carpets and maintenance issues. Dining beyond breakfast ranges from enjoyable meals to mixed experiences, with occasional complaints about cold or tough dishes. There is no on-site parking, and the hotel is dog friendly. Expect character, great breakfasts, and a central seaside stay with some trade-offs.
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Facilities
Guests like the bar, terrace and beer garden, but there is no on-site parking and nearby options are paid. The building has no lift and many stairs, and the hotel is dog friendly.
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Yvonne
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Lovely bedroom with sea view and balcony. Friendly staff. Enjoyed the views from the beer garden. The only downside was that there were no long life milk sachets in the bedroom, unlike any other hotel room we have ever stayed in! Had to keep going down to reception to get a flask of milk which then very quickly went off and had to be thrown away!
Lovely bedroom with sea view and balcony. Friendly staff. Enjoyed the views from the beer garden. The only downside was that there were no long life milk sachets in the bedroom, unlike any other hotel room we have ever stayed in! Had to keep going down to reception to get a flask of milk which then very quickly went off and had to be thrown away!
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Sarah
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel! Really friendly staff, gorgeous views over Viking Bay, great food and genuinely dog friendly!
Lovely hotel! Really friendly staff, gorgeous views over Viking Bay, great food and genuinely dog friendly!
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hannah
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed for 2 nights in the triple room and had the best time. Firstly the location is FAB! You couldn't get any closer to the beach. The room was comfy with a great sized bathroom. Lovely tea/coffee facilities in the room. The hotel staff were so friendly and nothing was too much trouble. We were celebrating my mums birthday and they decorated the room with a banner and we had a drinks voucher for the bar which was a lovely touch. The breakfast each day was perfect. So much choice with cold and hot foot available. My son has a diary allergy and they were very clear with what he could/couldn't have. The only slight downside is that there is no parking included and that there is no lift to the top floor. But we knew these before booking so it wasn't an issue for us.
We stayed for 2 nights in the triple room and had the best time. Firstly the location is FAB! You couldn't get any closer to the beach. The room was comfy with a great sized bathroom. Lovely tea/coffee facilities in the room. The hotel staff were so friendly and nothing was too much trouble. We were celebrating my mums birthday and they decorated the room with a banner and we had a drinks voucher for the bar which was a lovely touch. The breakfast each day was perfect. So much choice with cold and hot foot available. My son has a diary allergy and they were very clear with what he could/couldn't have. The only slight downside is that there is no parking included and that there is no lift to the top floor. But we knew these before booking so it wasn't an issue for us.
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Ben
Dec 24, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Very noisy as based on a main road by bars that stayed open late. Wi-Fi very patchy. Car park a 5-min walk away and was chargeable. Otherwise, nice hotel with friendly staff and nice bar/restaurant.
Very noisy as based on a main road by bars that stayed open late. Wi-Fi very patchy. Car park a 5-min walk away and was chargeable. Otherwise, nice hotel with friendly staff and nice bar/restaurant.
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RICHARD
Jun 11, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
staff excellent, building a bit tired, no lift
staff excellent, building a bit tired, no lift
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Ken
Jun 21, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice friendly staff wanting to please. Good choice of breakfast and willing to change to suit preferences. Room was very clean as was bathroom. Parking was about 200 yards away, plenty of space just don't have too many bags to carry.
Nice friendly staff wanting to please. Good choice of breakfast and willing to change to suit preferences. Room was very clean as was bathroom. Parking was about 200 yards away, plenty of space just don't have too many bags to carry.
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Susan
Apr 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location was very good. Food choices were very good. A lot of stairs and no lift. The council car park was expensive, but were advised to get a 24 hour ticket, which was cheaper than the hourly rate.
The location was very good. Food choices were very good. A lot of stairs and no lift. The council car park was expensive, but were advised to get a 24 hour ticket, which was cheaper than the hourly rate.
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Gerard
Apr 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, v friendly staff and great food options. Lovely sea view from room. Breakfast was fantastic. Was surprised by the number of options and the omelette was one of the best I have ever eaten. Parked in train station which was only a short walk away and very reasonably priced. Will certainly be back.
Great location, v friendly staff and great food options. Lovely sea view from room. Breakfast was fantastic. Was surprised by the number of options and the omelette was one of the best I have ever eaten. Parked in train station which was only a short walk away and very reasonably priced. Will certainly be back.
10
Shane
Sep 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I have stayed here a few times…the staff are always friendly…the rooms at the top of the house are up some steep steers and their is no lift…it’s not a problem but it’s good to be awate
I have stayed here a few times…the staff are always friendly…the rooms at the top of the house are up some steep steers and their is no lift…it’s not a problem but it’s good to be awate
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Yvonne
Jul 19, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
We loved the room overlooking the sea with a large terrace. All the staff were polite and efficient. The beer garden and the terrace outside the bar were great. Some of the carpet in the corridors outside the rooms and the exit to the terrace could have benefited from a hoover! The only downside to the room was that there was no milk provided to enjoy a cup of tea. When I asked about this I got a thermos flask of hot milk which obviously went off the next morning as there was no fridge. I think a fridge in the room would be a great asset.
We loved the room overlooking the sea with a large terrace. All the staff were polite and efficient. The beer garden and the terrace outside the bar were great. Some of the carpet in the corridors outside the rooms and the exit to the terrace could have benefited from a hoover! The only downside to the room was that there was no milk provided to enjoy a cup of tea. When I asked about this I got a thermos flask of hot milk which obviously went off the next morning as there was no fridge. I think a fridge in the room would be a great asset.
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Cleanliness
Many describe rooms and bathrooms as clean and well presented, with some refurbished. Others report worn or stained carpets, sticky tables, dusty window frames, and tired common areas, plus occasional lapses in housekeeping.
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Kathryn
Aug 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is very well located for visiting Broadstairs - 10 mins walk from the train station and in the centre of things. The tables in the dining area were very sticky - felt like they needed a good soapy water wash rather than just spray and wipe. Plates etc all stuck to them! The room was spacious and it suited our needs.
The hotel is very well located for visiting Broadstairs - 10 mins walk from the train station and in the centre of things. The tables in the dining area were very sticky - felt like they needed a good soapy water wash rather than just spray and wipe. Plates etc all stuck to them! The room was spacious and it suited our needs.
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Malcolm
Feb 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Parking 200 yards away from hotel. Stairway carpet old and dirty. Receptionist was slow. Tables and work surfaces in bar sticky Staff very pleasant but inexperienced. Valentine's night meal was a disaster. Valentines menu taken off the tables. The usual menu was offered. Both steak choices taken off. Lemon sole taken off Meatballs taken off Crab and prawn linguine taken off. Hummous and scallops ( starters) off Green beans off. Ran out of wine we were drinking. Hake was half cooked Potato was burnt Mussels were gritty and sandy and not eatable. Breaded prawns were cold and tasteless. I asked for coffee and brandy and the brandy had ice in it. Our room no 12 was fine nice sea views clean and tidy. Breakfast wasnt great. My 2 poached eggs on muffins were hard boiled. 😫 We refused to pay for our food in the evening as it was terrible. We paid for all drinks.
Parking 200 yards away from hotel. Stairway carpet old and dirty. Receptionist was slow. Tables and work surfaces in bar sticky Staff very pleasant but inexperienced. Valentine's night meal was a disaster. Valentines menu taken off the tables. The usual menu was offered. Both steak choices taken off. Lemon sole taken off Meatballs taken off Crab and prawn linguine taken off. Hummous and scallops ( starters) off Green beans off. Ran out of wine we were drinking. Hake was half cooked Potato was burnt Mussels were gritty and sandy and not eatable. Breaded prawns were cold and tasteless. I asked for coffee and brandy and the brandy had ice in it. Our room no 12 was fine nice sea views clean and tidy. Breakfast wasnt great. My 2 poached eggs on muffins were hard boiled. 😫 We refused to pay for our food in the evening as it was terrible. We paid for all drinks.
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Jackie
Dec 14, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very impressed with our stay, the room well appointed and clean. Very comfy bed. But the biggest plus for us were the staff. They all went out of their way to be welcoming and helpful. They made us feel like our stay really mattered to them. Thank you to all the staff at the Albion Hotel. We will definitely be booking with you again
Very impressed with our stay, the room well appointed and clean. Very comfy bed. But the biggest plus for us were the staff. They all went out of their way to be welcoming and helpful. They made us feel like our stay really mattered to them. Thank you to all the staff at the Albion Hotel. We will definitely be booking with you again
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Jean
Jun 10, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
LOVELY hotel, fabulous breakfasts, comfy HUGE bed, very friendly staff. But although the overall look is shabby chic there were a few areas where cleanliness issues went beyond this. Our bathroom window with its secondary double gazing was black/filthy on the inside of the window frame itself . Skirting boards were less than sparkling too.A shame as these issues let down such a great & popular hotel. White paint isn't expensive & a coat in many areas would enhance the overall look. And, dare I say it, a deep clean before the summer season starts ? Would definitely go back but maybe others wouldn't.....
LOVELY hotel, fabulous breakfasts, comfy HUGE bed, very friendly staff. But although the overall look is shabby chic there were a few areas where cleanliness issues went beyond this. Our bathroom window with its secondary double gazing was black/filthy on the inside of the window frame itself . Skirting boards were less than sparkling too.A shame as these issues let down such a great & popular hotel. White paint isn't expensive & a coat in many areas would enhance the overall look. And, dare I say it, a deep clean before the summer season starts ? Would definitely go back but maybe others wouldn't.....
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Jonathan
Sep 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room with a great sea-view. Bathroom was clean and well presented. Breakfast was great and with great taste and presentation.
Lovely room with a great sea-view. Bathroom was clean and well presented. Breakfast was great and with great taste and presentation.
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Susan
Dec 15, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A beautiful refurbished room with a balcony and sea view. The bathroom was beautiful, provided toiletries and was incredibly clean and warm as was the bedroom. Coffee machine, water, clock radio, television and more. Unfortunately, I was only staying for 1 night.
A beautiful refurbished room with a balcony and sea view. The bathroom was beautiful, provided toiletries and was incredibly clean and warm as was the bedroom. Coffee machine, water, clock radio, television and more. Unfortunately, I was only staying for 1 night.
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Alison
Nov 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean comfortable room. Lovely breakfast. Friendly staff. Great location
Clean comfortable room. Lovely breakfast. Friendly staff. Great location
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Suzanne
May 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very enjoyable everyone very attentive nice clean room bed very comfortable
Very enjoyable everyone very attentive nice clean room bed very comfortable
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Lindsay
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was beautiful, we had a balcony room which is immaculate. Good coffee, biscuits and nice bits in
Our room was beautiful, we had a balcony room which is immaculate. Good coffee, biscuits and nice bits in
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K
Jan 6, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Super hotel right on the seafront. Excellent service in the bar and at breakfast Our room was lovely and extremely clean and comfortable. Altogether a very nice break.
Super hotel right on the seafront. Excellent service in the bar and at breakfast Our room was lovely and extremely clean and comfortable. Altogether a very nice break.
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Rooms
Sea-view and balcony rooms are popular for comfort and views, and some spaces feel newly refurbished with decent Wi‑Fi. Downsides include dated décor or sloping floors in places, occasional small or hot rooms, and street noise in town-facing rooms.
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Angelina
Oct 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Every thing from checking in to checking out was excellent, the sea view room was superb, had a wonderful sleep and breakfast was amazing will definitely return Wonderful
Every thing from checking in to checking out was excellent, the sea view room was superb, had a wonderful sleep and breakfast was amazing will definitely return Wonderful
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Peter
Oct 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great sea view room (#28) nice breakfast menu. Really enjoyed our stay
Great sea view room (#28) nice breakfast menu. Really enjoyed our stay
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David R
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
the breakfast was great...but that is it. If you decide to stay at this hotel, never stay in one that is overlooking high street, it is very noisy, and the noise was right up until 2am!!, with no way of blocking out the noise. The decor is very dated and tired, but the room was large. Good choice of coffee in room, and water was supplied.
the breakfast was great...but that is it. If you decide to stay at this hotel, never stay in one that is overlooking high street, it is very noisy, and the noise was right up until 2am!!, with no way of blocking out the noise. The decor is very dated and tired, but the room was large. Good choice of coffee in room, and water was supplied.
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Paul
Apr 6, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in the hotel before and it was lovely but this time the room was too small, too hot, the carpet was extremly dirty and it was very noisy. We wouldn’t stay in room 33 again.
We stayed in the hotel before and it was lovely but this time the room was too small, too hot, the carpet was extremly dirty and it was very noisy. We wouldn’t stay in room 33 again.
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Ben
Dec 24, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Very noisy as based on a main road by bars that stayed open late. Wi-Fi very patchy. Car park a 5-min walk away and was chargeable. Otherwise, nice hotel with friendly staff and nice bar/restaurant.
Very noisy as based on a main road by bars that stayed open late. Wi-Fi very patchy. Car park a 5-min walk away and was chargeable. Otherwise, nice hotel with friendly staff and nice bar/restaurant.
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Fabian
Sep 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing location and our room and view were beautiful. Loved our weekend stay here and would definitely go again when we're back in Broadstairs!
Amazing location and our room and view were beautiful. Loved our weekend stay here and would definitely go again when we're back in Broadstairs!
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shaun
Jul 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel 6 minute stroll from the train station and with a wonderful closeness to the beach. A bit quirky as the room had a distinctive slant to the floor but added to the loveliness of the room. Breakfast was sublime and very filling. Overall a great stay.
Lovely hotel 6 minute stroll from the train station and with a wonderful closeness to the beach. A bit quirky as the room had a distinctive slant to the floor but added to the loveliness of the room. Breakfast was sublime and very filling. Overall a great stay.
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Moira
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Historic hotel with sea view. Our room was town facing. Nice and warm. Good WiFi. Comfortable bed. Inviting bath. Freeview TV. Pod coffee machine with lots of pods. Tea bags, coffee bags etc. Friendly atmosphere. As well as a good breakfast, we enjoyed a very good Sunday lunch at the hotel.
Historic hotel with sea view. Our room was town facing. Nice and warm. Good WiFi. Comfortable bed. Inviting bath. Freeview TV. Pod coffee machine with lots of pods. Tea bags, coffee bags etc. Friendly atmosphere. As well as a good breakfast, we enjoyed a very good Sunday lunch at the hotel.
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David
May 27, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The television did not work. Twice I asked for it to be replaced or mended, but nothing was done. The room I had was at the front of the hotel. There was no double glazing, and noise from the street was considerable at night. The last of the revellers left at 2.30 am, and by 4 the gulls had started calling followed by bin collections, deliveries, and so on. The staff were unfailingly pleasant. The breakfast was good (though orange juice only appeared on Saturday).
The television did not work. Twice I asked for it to be replaced or mended, but nothing was done. The room I had was at the front of the hotel. There was no double glazing, and noise from the street was considerable at night. The last of the revellers left at 2.30 am, and by 4 the gulls had started calling followed by bin collections, deliveries, and so on. The staff were unfailingly pleasant. The breakfast was good (though orange juice only appeared on Saturday).
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Lindsay
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was beautiful, we had a balcony room which is immaculate. Good coffee, biscuits and nice bits in
Our room was beautiful, we had a balcony room which is immaculate. Good coffee, biscuits and nice bits in
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Service
Service is frequently praised as friendly, attentive and accommodating across reception, dining and housekeeping, with thoughtful touches for celebrations and dietary needs. A few note slower or inconsistent service, including unmanned late-night reception or a lukewarm welcome.
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Angela
Aug 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel staff were excellent , polite and helpful , although the reception phone was not manned when I needed help at around 10:30pm , fortunately this was not anything serious but if it had been , there would have been no response. The room was a good size with good quality towels. The bed in room 19 was not comfortable and the pillows varied. The balcony needs serious attention, it could be made into a lovely place to sit but we didn’t feel we wanted to use the unmaintained area. The quality of food at breakfast was good and we enjoyed the choice available. News of what was happening in the lounge could be advertised at reception , we didn’t know about the quiz that had happened on a previous night . I would think again about staying at the hotel at the rate charged even though the location could not be more perfect.
The hotel staff were excellent , polite and helpful , although the reception phone was not manned when I needed help at around 10:30pm , fortunately this was not anything serious but if it had been , there would have been no response. The room was a good size with good quality towels. The bed in room 19 was not comfortable and the pillows varied. The balcony needs serious attention, it could be made into a lovely place to sit but we didn’t feel we wanted to use the unmaintained area. The quality of food at breakfast was good and we enjoyed the choice available. News of what was happening in the lounge could be advertised at reception , we didn’t know about the quiz that had happened on a previous night . I would think again about staying at the hotel at the rate charged even though the location could not be more perfect.
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Angelina
Oct 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Every thing from checking in to checking out was excellent, the sea view room was superb, had a wonderful sleep and breakfast was amazing will definitely return Wonderful
Every thing from checking in to checking out was excellent, the sea view room was superb, had a wonderful sleep and breakfast was amazing will definitely return Wonderful
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Richard
Sep 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
So-so welcome, was told to come to reception to replenish milk when necessary but found I didn’t have any in room. Headed for the bar, where I asked about the advertised limited edition XPA but the barman said “I haven’t got a clue, they just stick a card up without telling us.” So, overall first impressions weren’t great. Luckily for Sheps, the rest of the crew were very good during the evening and breakfast next day, indeed breakfast was very good and tasty compared to many other establishments. Unfortunately the bed was not level due to a top-floor room having an uneven floor and I was having to slightly prop myself in bed to prevent roll-out to the edge. Shower was powerful but water up the top was only warm all through the stay, and although that suited me, it may not suit others. I wasn’t asked on check-out if everything was ok with the room/our stay, so don’t feel awkward raising the issues here.
So-so welcome, was told to come to reception to replenish milk when necessary but found I didn’t have any in room. Headed for the bar, where I asked about the advertised limited edition XPA but the barman said “I haven’t got a clue, they just stick a card up without telling us.” So, overall first impressions weren’t great. Luckily for Sheps, the rest of the crew were very good during the evening and breakfast next day, indeed breakfast was very good and tasty compared to many other establishments. Unfortunately the bed was not level due to a top-floor room having an uneven floor and I was having to slightly prop myself in bed to prevent roll-out to the edge. Shower was powerful but water up the top was only warm all through the stay, and although that suited me, it may not suit others. I wasn’t asked on check-out if everything was ok with the room/our stay, so don’t feel awkward raising the issues here.
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Sarah
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel! Really friendly staff, gorgeous views over Viking Bay, great food and genuinely dog friendly!
Lovely hotel! Really friendly staff, gorgeous views over Viking Bay, great food and genuinely dog friendly!
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Steve
Jun 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Good hotel well located right on the seafront, all the staff were lovely and nothing was too much trouble
Good hotel well located right on the seafront, all the staff were lovely and nothing was too much trouble
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hannah
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed for 2 nights in the triple room and had the best time. Firstly the location is FAB! You couldn't get any closer to the beach. The room was comfy with a great sized bathroom. Lovely tea/coffee facilities in the room. The hotel staff were so friendly and nothing was too much trouble. We were celebrating my mums birthday and they decorated the room with a banner and we had a drinks voucher for the bar which was a lovely touch. The breakfast each day was perfect. So much choice with cold and hot foot available. My son has a diary allergy and they were very clear with what he could/couldn't have. The only slight downside is that there is no parking included and that there is no lift to the top floor. But we knew these before booking so it wasn't an issue for us.
We stayed for 2 nights in the triple room and had the best time. Firstly the location is FAB! You couldn't get any closer to the beach. The room was comfy with a great sized bathroom. Lovely tea/coffee facilities in the room. The hotel staff were so friendly and nothing was too much trouble. We were celebrating my mums birthday and they decorated the room with a banner and we had a drinks voucher for the bar which was a lovely touch. The breakfast each day was perfect. So much choice with cold and hot foot available. My son has a diary allergy and they were very clear with what he could/couldn't have. The only slight downside is that there is no parking included and that there is no lift to the top floor. But we knew these before booking so it wasn't an issue for us.
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stephen
Dec 13, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Great service check in was easy. Staff very friendly and helpful
Great service check in was easy. Staff very friendly and helpful
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Andrew
Mar 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a wonderful stay. The room is beautiful with an amazing view and balcony, the location is incredible, but the best thing was the staff. From when we first arrived throughout the whole stay the staff were just amazing. What a team. Thank you.
We had a wonderful stay. The room is beautiful with an amazing view and balcony, the location is incredible, but the best thing was the staff. From when we first arrived throughout the whole stay the staff were just amazing. What a team. Thank you.
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Alison
Nov 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean comfortable room. Lovely breakfast. Friendly staff. Great location
Clean comfortable room. Lovely breakfast. Friendly staff. Great location
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Mark
Apr 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lucy on housekeeping was exceptionally kind and helpful. Thank you very much. Thank you also to the lady on reception today (30.05.25), as well. They went over and above for us many thanks Judy and Mark
Lucy on housekeeping was exceptionally kind and helpful. Thank you very much. Thank you also to the lady on reception today (30.05.25), as well. They went over and above for us many thanks Judy and Mark
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Location
Prime seafront position overlooking Viking Bay, steps from the beach and town, and a short walk from the train station. Central setting can bring late-night street noise for some rooms.
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Mikko
Sep 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Good seaside hotel. Rather old, but location is perfect.
Good seaside hotel. Rather old, but location is perfect.
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Kathryn
Aug 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is very well located for visiting Broadstairs - 10 mins walk from the train station and in the centre of things. The tables in the dining area were very sticky - felt like they needed a good soapy water wash rather than just spray and wipe. Plates etc all stuck to them! The room was spacious and it suited our needs.
The hotel is very well located for visiting Broadstairs - 10 mins walk from the train station and in the centre of things. The tables in the dining area were very sticky - felt like they needed a good soapy water wash rather than just spray and wipe. Plates etc all stuck to them! The room was spacious and it suited our needs.
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Sarah
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel! Really friendly staff, gorgeous views over Viking Bay, great food and genuinely dog friendly!
Lovely hotel! Really friendly staff, gorgeous views over Viking Bay, great food and genuinely dog friendly!
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hannah
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed for 2 nights in the triple room and had the best time. Firstly the location is FAB! You couldn't get any closer to the beach. The room was comfy with a great sized bathroom. Lovely tea/coffee facilities in the room. The hotel staff were so friendly and nothing was too much trouble. We were celebrating my mums birthday and they decorated the room with a banner and we had a drinks voucher for the bar which was a lovely touch. The breakfast each day was perfect. So much choice with cold and hot foot available. My son has a diary allergy and they were very clear with what he could/couldn't have. The only slight downside is that there is no parking included and that there is no lift to the top floor. But we knew these before booking so it wasn't an issue for us.
We stayed for 2 nights in the triple room and had the best time. Firstly the location is FAB! You couldn't get any closer to the beach. The room was comfy with a great sized bathroom. Lovely tea/coffee facilities in the room. The hotel staff were so friendly and nothing was too much trouble. We were celebrating my mums birthday and they decorated the room with a banner and we had a drinks voucher for the bar which was a lovely touch. The breakfast each day was perfect. So much choice with cold and hot foot available. My son has a diary allergy and they were very clear with what he could/couldn't have. The only slight downside is that there is no parking included and that there is no lift to the top floor. But we knew these before booking so it wasn't an issue for us.
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Fabian
Sep 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing location and our room and view were beautiful. Loved our weekend stay here and would definitely go again when we're back in Broadstairs!
Amazing location and our room and view were beautiful. Loved our weekend stay here and would definitely go again when we're back in Broadstairs!
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stephen
Oct 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great hotel lovely breakfast. Perfect location for enjoying the bars and restaurants broadstairs has to offer great location for exploring the Kent coast
Great hotel lovely breakfast. Perfect location for enjoying the bars and restaurants broadstairs has to offer great location for exploring the Kent coast
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Daniel
Jan 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Right in the centre, next to eveything needed in a seaside town
Right in the centre, next to eveything needed in a seaside town
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Richard
Mar 8, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and friendly staff.
Great location and friendly staff.
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Alison
Nov 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean comfortable room. Lovely breakfast. Friendly staff. Great location
Clean comfortable room. Lovely breakfast. Friendly staff. Great location
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bruce
Apr 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel stay for a couple of nights. Right on seafront with lots of restaurants and pubs within very easy walking distance. Had a great cooked breakfast included as well.
Lovely hotel stay for a couple of nights. Right on seafront with lots of restaurants and pubs within very easy walking distance. Had a great cooked breakfast included as well.
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Dining
Breakfast is a highlight, widely praised for quality, variety and cooked-to-order options. Other meals range from good to disappointing, with occasional reports of cold chips, tough steak and a poorly handled dinner service.
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Tracey
Oct 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent breakfast menu, well staffed, shout out to the main man and the team. Good choices, nice area.
Excellent breakfast menu, well staffed, shout out to the main man and the team. Good choices, nice area.
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Angelina
Oct 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Every thing from checking in to checking out was excellent, the sea view room was superb, had a wonderful sleep and breakfast was amazing will definitely return Wonderful
Every thing from checking in to checking out was excellent, the sea view room was superb, had a wonderful sleep and breakfast was amazing will definitely return Wonderful
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Begona
May 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Royal Albion is a lovely hotel, offers a traditional atmosphere and stylish decor. Great location, overlooking Viking Bay with easy access to the beach and charming town. The sea-facing rooms offer stunning views across the bay. The staff are very friendly, attentive, and helpful. The breakfast is a highlight. It's delicious, best one I have had in an UK B&B, offering a variety of delicious options, including cooked-to-order choices, it goes well beyond the standard full English breakfast. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay andwould love to go back.
The Royal Albion is a lovely hotel, offers a traditional atmosphere and stylish decor. Great location, overlooking Viking Bay with easy access to the beach and charming town. The sea-facing rooms offer stunning views across the bay. The staff are very friendly, attentive, and helpful. The breakfast is a highlight. It's delicious, best one I have had in an UK B&B, offering a variety of delicious options, including cooked-to-order choices, it goes well beyond the standard full English breakfast. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay andwould love to go back.
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Malcolm
Feb 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Parking 200 yards away from hotel. Stairway carpet old and dirty. Receptionist was slow. Tables and work surfaces in bar sticky Staff very pleasant but inexperienced. Valentine's night meal was a disaster. Valentines menu taken off the tables. The usual menu was offered. Both steak choices taken off. Lemon sole taken off Meatballs taken off Crab and prawn linguine taken off. Hummous and scallops ( starters) off Green beans off. Ran out of wine we were drinking. Hake was half cooked Potato was burnt Mussels were gritty and sandy and not eatable. Breaded prawns were cold and tasteless. I asked for coffee and brandy and the brandy had ice in it. Our room no 12 was fine nice sea views clean and tidy. Breakfast wasnt great. My 2 poached eggs on muffins were hard boiled. 😫 We refused to pay for our food in the evening as it was terrible. We paid for all drinks.
Parking 200 yards away from hotel. Stairway carpet old and dirty. Receptionist was slow. Tables and work surfaces in bar sticky Staff very pleasant but inexperienced. Valentine's night meal was a disaster. Valentines menu taken off the tables. The usual menu was offered. Both steak choices taken off. Lemon sole taken off Meatballs taken off Crab and prawn linguine taken off. Hummous and scallops ( starters) off Green beans off. Ran out of wine we were drinking. Hake was half cooked Potato was burnt Mussels were gritty and sandy and not eatable. Breaded prawns were cold and tasteless. I asked for coffee and brandy and the brandy had ice in it. Our room no 12 was fine nice sea views clean and tidy. Breakfast wasnt great. My 2 poached eggs on muffins were hard boiled. 😫 We refused to pay for our food in the evening as it was terrible. We paid for all drinks.
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hannah
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed for 2 nights in the triple room and had the best time. Firstly the location is FAB! You couldn't get any closer to the beach. The room was comfy with a great sized bathroom. Lovely tea/coffee facilities in the room. The hotel staff were so friendly and nothing was too much trouble. We were celebrating my mums birthday and they decorated the room with a banner and we had a drinks voucher for the bar which was a lovely touch. The breakfast each day was perfect. So much choice with cold and hot foot available. My son has a diary allergy and they were very clear with what he could/couldn't have. The only slight downside is that there is no parking included and that there is no lift to the top floor. But we knew these before booking so it wasn't an issue for us.
We stayed for 2 nights in the triple room and had the best time. Firstly the location is FAB! You couldn't get any closer to the beach. The room was comfy with a great sized bathroom. Lovely tea/coffee facilities in the room. The hotel staff were so friendly and nothing was too much trouble. We were celebrating my mums birthday and they decorated the room with a banner and we had a drinks voucher for the bar which was a lovely touch. The breakfast each day was perfect. So much choice with cold and hot foot available. My son has a diary allergy and they were very clear with what he could/couldn't have. The only slight downside is that there is no parking included and that there is no lift to the top floor. But we knew these before booking so it wasn't an issue for us.
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Gerard
Apr 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, v friendly staff and great food options. Lovely sea view from room. Breakfast was fantastic. Was surprised by the number of options and the omelette was one of the best I have ever eaten. Parked in train station which was only a short walk away and very reasonably priced. Will certainly be back.
Great location, v friendly staff and great food options. Lovely sea view from room. Breakfast was fantastic. Was surprised by the number of options and the omelette was one of the best I have ever eaten. Parked in train station which was only a short walk away and very reasonably priced. Will certainly be back.
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Moira
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Historic hotel with sea view. Our room was town facing. Nice and warm. Good WiFi. Comfortable bed. Inviting bath. Freeview TV. Pod coffee machine with lots of pods. Tea bags, coffee bags etc. Friendly atmosphere. As well as a good breakfast, we enjoyed a very good Sunday lunch at the hotel.
Historic hotel with sea view. Our room was town facing. Nice and warm. Good WiFi. Comfortable bed. Inviting bath. Freeview TV. Pod coffee machine with lots of pods. Tea bags, coffee bags etc. Friendly atmosphere. As well as a good breakfast, we enjoyed a very good Sunday lunch at the hotel.
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Leila
Aug 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Newly refurbished room with new very comfortable beds plus hard and a soft pillow. Only stayed one night so commenting on breakfast. It’s ground floor light airy space or sit outside. Choice of cereals, breads, pastries etc. plus great menu of cooked food. I wasn’t going to have anything hot but I was persuaded and it was made up of what I like and perfect.
Newly refurbished room with new very comfortable beds plus hard and a soft pillow. Only stayed one night so commenting on breakfast. It’s ground floor light airy space or sit outside. Choice of cereals, breads, pastries etc. plus great menu of cooked food. I wasn’t going to have anything hot but I was persuaded and it was made up of what I like and perfect.
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Stephanie
Jan 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Smartly run hotel with very good staff. Amazing value and delicious breakfast. Restaurant food is good, but chips were cold.
Smartly run hotel with very good staff. Amazing value and delicious breakfast. Restaurant food is good, but chips were cold.
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peter
Aug 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room had nice view and was clean but very pricey. Rest of property is dated and needs some remodeling. Location is good. In the restaurant stay away from the rump steak. Tough like shoe leather.
Room had nice view and was clean but very pricey. Rest of property is dated and needs some remodeling. Location is good. In the restaurant stay away from the rump steak. Tough like shoe leather.
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Timothy
last week
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is welcoming clean and in a good location, breakfast was fab, the staff were friendly the only downside we were on third floor, without a lift.
The hotel is welcoming clean and in a good location, breakfast was fab, the staff were friendly the only downside we were on third floor, without a lift.
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Julia
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic views across the main bay at Broadstairs from the window of our superb, spacious hotel room. Every attention to detail made, nothing to disappoint. Plentiful and delicious breakfast. Friendly, efficient staff. This is our 4th stay and certainly not our last. Highly recommended.
Fantastic views across the main bay at Broadstairs from the window of our superb, spacious hotel room. Every attention to detail made, nothing to disappoint. Plentiful and delicious breakfast. Friendly, efficient staff. This is our 4th stay and certainly not our last. Highly recommended.
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Jane
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Very accommodating when requesting our favourite room for my birthday. Receptionist carried both our bags to our room! Super comfy bed and exceptionally beautiful bathroom. Fabulous views from room 15
Very accommodating when requesting our favourite room for my birthday. Receptionist carried both our bags to our room! Super comfy bed and exceptionally beautiful bathroom. Fabulous views from room 15
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Bradley
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice went years ago still an excellent place and nice staff. Will like to go again in the near future. Great breakfast and drinks.
Very nice went years ago still an excellent place and nice staff. Will like to go again in the near future. Great breakfast and drinks.
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ROGER
Aug 22, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic value for a one nights stay. Amazing location. Very comfortable hotel
Fantastic value for a one nights stay. Amazing location. Very comfortable hotel
Property Policies
Check-in instructions
Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.
Check-in
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From 14:00 to 21:30
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Optional extras
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FAQs about The Royal Albion
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Are pets allowed at the property?
Pets are allowed with a fee of GBP 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 9:30 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located on the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Margate Beach and Viking Bay, and is 0.2 mi from Broadstairs Leisure and Bleak House.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
Cribs are available for a fee of GBP 7.00 per night, and rollaway beds are available for a fee of GBP 10.00 per night. Advance request is required for both.
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- 2026-10-21: 189.3119483013153USD
- 2026-10-22: 124.19407209682464USD
- 2026-10-23: 180.185126373291USD
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- 2026-10-25: 183.9704832458496USD
- 2026-10-26: 232.78102071952821USD
- 2026-10-27: 228.3426472759247USD
- 2026-10-28: 194.11325538253786USD
- 2026-10-29: 132.57637696933747USD
- 2026-10-30: 170.3893635673523USD
- 2026-10-31: 240.4699068775177USD
- 2026-11-01: 118.71257084655763USD
- 2026-11-02: 100.18749383735657USD
- 2026-11-03: 102.95824609661102USD
- 2026-11-04: 108.62980197811127USD
- 2026-11-05: 212.5283192577362USD
- 2026-11-06: 138.70805789852142USD
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- 2026-11-08: 116.88207262897491USD
- 2026-11-09: 102.39388454723358USD
- 2026-11-10: 103.0082645330429USD
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- 2026-11-16: 102.90823623085022USD
- 2026-11-17: 99.1872108154297USD
- 2026-11-18: 97.48674681949616USD
- 2026-11-19: 116.82205221939087USD
- 2026-11-20: 175.2980954399109USD
- 2026-11-21: 268.80375697135923USD
- 2026-11-22: 120.22298878192902USD
- 2026-11-23: 99.1872108154297USD
- 2026-11-24: 104.02854293060302USD
- 2026-11-25: 103.87850476264954USD
- 2026-11-26: 120.22298878192902USD
- 2026-11-27: 301.2626539154053USD
- 2026-11-28: 181.559810590744USD
- 2026-11-29: 120.07294204330445USD
- 2026-11-30: 103.57841985607148USD
- 2026-12-01: 103.57841985607148USD
- 2026-12-02: 103.57841985607148USD
- 2026-12-03: 120.22298878192902USD
- 2026-12-04: 153.6321588821411USD
- 2026-12-05: 300.51244593429567USD
- 2026-12-06: 120.22298878192902USD
- 2026-12-07: 105.17885554981231USD
- 2026-12-08: 98.547041680336USD
- 2026-12-09: 98.22695282745362USD
- 2026-12-10: 120.67311185646058USD
- 2026-12-11: 131.46607224273683USD
- 2026-12-12: 184.82071095848084USD
- 2026-12-13: 120.07294204330445USD
- 2026-12-14: 114.58143881988525USD
- 2026-12-15: 103.57841985607148USD
- 2026-12-16: 94.68598007011414USD
- 2026-12-17: 125.4244090719223USD
- 2026-12-18: 142.078979970932USD
- 2026-12-19: 207.3168884239197USD
- 2026-12-20: 110.42029230308533USD
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
- 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 7.00 per night
- Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.00 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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