The Best Easter Getaways in Kent 2026

Kent is made for Easter escapes - think spring walks through orchards and gardens, lazy lunches in historic inns, and sea-air weekends on the coast before the summer crowds arrive.

From countryside hideaways to stylish seaside stays, Easter is one of the best times of year to book a short break in the Garden of England.

1. The Pig at Bridge Place - Canterbury

Location: Bourne Park Road, Bridge, Canterbury CT4 5BH
Style: Rustic luxury country house hotel
Tripadvisor rating: ★★★★☆ 4.5 / 5
Awards:The Times “Best 100 British Hotels 2024”, Condé Nast Traveller “Readers’ Choice Top 20 UK Hotels 2023”

Why stay: THE PIG-at Bridge Place is one of Kent’s most distinctive countryside stays - a 17th-century red-brick hideaway with cosy corners, characterful rooms and one of the best-known kitchen-garden dining concepts in the county. It sits just outside Canterbury, making it easy to combine a rural Easter break with city exploring, vineyard visits and spring walks.

A slice of perfection: The Pig at Bridge Place

2. The Leicester Arms - Penshurst

Location: High Street, Penshurst TN11 8BT
Style: Historic coaching inn with modern country style
Tripadvisor rating: ★★★★★ 4.6 / 5
Awards: AA 4-Star Inn Rating 2023, Good Pub Guide Recommended 2024

Why stay:
Opposite the gates of Penshurst Place, this 16th-century inn offers roaring fires, hearty food, and rooms with roll-top baths and soft lighting. Expect seasonal menus, Kentish ales and that intimate pub-at-Christmas atmosphere.

A hidden gem: The Leicester Arms in Penshurst

3. The Rose - Deal

Location: 91 High Street, Deal CT14 6ED
Style: Design-led boutique seaside hotel
Tripadvisor rating: ★★★★★ 4.5 / 5
Awards:Sunday Times Travel “Best Coastal Hotels in the UK 2024”, Michelin Guide Recommended Stay

Why stay: The Rose is one of the smartest Easter getaways on the Kent coast - a stylish boutique hotel on Deal’s High Street, a short stroll from the beach and pier. It reopened in 2018 as a hotel, bar and restaurant, and has become a popular pick for design-conscious weekenders looking for a spring seaside break with good food and easy access to the town’s independent shops and seafront.

The Rose in Deal is The Kent Tourist’s favourite

4. Duke of Cumberland - Whitstable

Location: High Street, Whitstable CT5 1AP
Style: Historic pub with boutique bedrooms
Tripadvisor rating: ★★★★☆ 4.4 / 5

Why stay: In the centre of Whitstable, just moments from the coastline, the Duke of Cumberland is a laid-back Easter base for travellers who want a pub stay with proper seaside character. The property dates back to 1867 and now offers eight boutique bedrooms, a courtyard, dining, and a location that puts you close to the beach, harbour and independent shops. It’s also family-friendly, with dogs welcome in the bar and courtyard areas.

The fantastic exterior of the Duke of Cumberland

The stunning Woolpack Inn in Warehorne

5. The Woolpack Inn - Broadstairs

Location: Woolpack inn, Church Ln, Warehorne, Ashford TN26 2LL
Style: Historic inn in the heart of Kent
Tripadvisor rating: ★★★★★ 4.8 / 5

Why stay: A sister pub of the incredible Radnor Arms in Folkestone, The Woolpack Inn is a hidden gem in Warehorne. With a limited number of quaint rooms, the pub serves incredible food and is a prime location for spring walking.

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