Life is more beautiful at the seaside, and that holds true for Whitstable, UK, a little seaside town located about 51 mi (82 km) from London. Situated on the north coast of Kent in south-east England, Whitstable is only 5 mi (8 km) from Canterbury and 2 mi (3 km) from Herne Bay. The wonderful town is popular for its seafood restaurants along Harbour Street, historical sites like Grate Thames Sailing Barge, and beautiful beaches for a glorious day out in the sunshine. Weekend tourists love to visit the many quaint shops in town including lovely gift galleries, boutiques, and restaurants that serve local cuisine. Make your stay exceptional by selecting the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Whitstable, UK.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status. recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 06, 2024.
1. Chic boutique apartment across Whitstable Harbour (from USD 108)
Happiness comes in waves at this classy and chic boutique apartment conveniently located opposite Whitstable Harbour and fish market for all your seafood cravings. This upper-level unit has classy white interiors with wood floorings and modern furnishings, adding warmth and comfort to your stay. Perfect for couples or two travel buddies, this apartment has a single bedroom, one bathroom with toiletries, a fully functional kitchen, a spacious living and dining area plus charming little touches like a welcome hamper with yummy treats for guests. Its location is unbeatable because there is a public bus service just beyond the front door and a train station is located just 10 minutes’ walk from home.
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sian and wills apartment is absolutely stunning and looks just like the photosreally appreciated the milk and tea/coffee and breakfast goodscheck in was easy lots of thoughtful touches like breakfast basket and flowers made it feel homelygreat small touches breakfast tea coffee milk all left for usvery clean comfortable and sits in a great position to access all local amenities and the seashoreCleanliness:
very clean and stylish apartment great communication an enjoyable stayvery clean and cosy perfect for a couple stayit’s very clean and homelythe flat is beautiful and immaculately cleana warm and very clean spacious flat great communication central for townHost:
with a very helpful hostsian is a great hostsian replied quickly to questions and was very helpfulsian is a great host who makes everything easysian was a great host and made us feel welcome from before we had even arrivedRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic flat located in central whitstablea great location and parkingthe location is great and within walking distance to the station and the harbourperfect location for town etc all walking distance 5 stars from megreat location and very spacious
2. Modern apartment with well-stocked kitchen (from USD 107)
Dream in colours borrowed from the sea when you stay at this awesome seaside apartment along Harbour Street that gives you easy access to Whitstable Harbour and all its attractions. Discover the wonders of a quaint working harbour and fish market with seafood delights as well as artisan cafes and gift galleries located nearby. After a long day of discoveries, return to a well-furnished apartment with one bedroom, one bathroom, a well-stocked kitchen with culinary essentials, and a comfortable living area to relax and plan the next day’s adventures. Best of all, this apartment is a short stroll from popular restaurants and bars like the famous Wheelers Oyster Bar.
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the apartment is full of thoughtful details- a lovely stayvery nice to have some breakfast/thee with fresh fruitwould definitely recommend sian’s apartmentoverall we had a lovely and comfortable stay despite these very minor pointsbreakfast hamper a lovely touch which helped get us going for the dayCleanliness:
clean bathroom with showervery clean and tidy with some lovely touchessmooth check in clean placethe flat itself is clean and comfortable and brilliant value for moneysparkling clean perfect location and many small touches that make it a great place to stayHost:
sian the host was so friendlyhost was so responsive with communicationslovely staff and great quality foodsian was a great host quick to respond and the directions to the apartment were clearsian was so helpful with any questions we had and replied really quickly each timeRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for a weekend awaythe location was excellent toogreat place to stay ideal location for what we neededsuch a great location right near the harboura great apartment close to the shops and beach
3. Spacious house with luxurious interiors (from USD 126)
In search of spacious luxury? Find it here at this gorgeous modern home with luxurious furnishings located in central Whitstable. The expansive abode comfortably sleeps up to five guests and offers three bedrooms, one-and-a-half bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen to cook up a storm, and a spacious living area with vibrant-coloured furnishings for plenty of cheer. For guests’ convenience, there is free street parking, laundry facilities, a comfy workspace, and a backyard garden for relaxing outdoors. What guests gush about is the impeccably clean spaces and great location close to shopping, dining, and other entertainment options .
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beds and all furniture very comfortablethe layout upstairs with the small room off the double bedroom was perfect with our toddlervery comfortable house (although some paint work does need a bit of a touch up) but nothing majorthe beds are very comfortable too which always helps when you are awayCleanliness:
clean and tidyvery clean and tidyvery clean and well presentedit was very clean and spaciouslovely clean and stylish house for your stay in whistableHost:
highly recommended and excellent service from the hostgreat value and accommodating hostanthony was friendly and communicativeanthony is a great host and made the experience effortless even with two young childrensmart space central well appointed great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
brilliant location for exploring whistablelocation is perfectvery well equipped house located in central whitstableperfect location to explore whitstablegreat location close to restaurants and shops
4. Delightful house with easy access to local attractions (from USD 110)
Swap urban city life for a peaceful seaside stay at this impressive house along Harbour Street where specialty shops and delightful eateries are just down the street. Relax in a comfortable home with immaculate white furnishings, one plush bedroom, a complete bath with toiletries, a cosy living area, and a kitchen with essentials to prepare small meals. After a day of exploring outdoors, this corner house is amazingly easy to find with its pristine white exteriors and cute pink door to welcome guests to creature comforts indoors. What guests love most is its proximity to the gorgeous beach, Whitstable Harbour, and Wheelers Oyster Bar for seafood delights.
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cosy comfortable and having everything you need enhanced by the bathroom toiletries and cereals tea and coffeecomfortable furnishings with bright and colourful decor made our holiday perfectthe bedroom was a delight the bed is super comfythe sofa and bed really really comfortable which is a must for methe bathroom was super bright and had a great showerCleanliness:
immaculately clean and tasteful décorclean and tidy house with lovely finishing touchesthe place is spotlessly clean and very comfortablelovely house which was clean comfortable and really well decoratedthe bed was really comfortable the whole place was spotlessly clean and really beautifully decoratedHost:
thank you for being a great hosthe provided us with helpful information prior to check invery friendly and helpful hostgreat host who offers plenty of local advice and responds quicklyhe was very responsive and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful place excellent location near everything and reasonable walk distance to the train stationfantastic location walking distance from bars and shopslewis’s place was in a brilliant location - right in the heart of town and close to the marinaperfect location just minutes walk to the beachideal location in the heart of the town with easy access to the harbour
5. Classy condo close to the beach (from USD 95)
Enjoy glorious beach days every day when you stay at this elegant condominium located 0.3 mi (0.4 km) to a beautiful beach. Be greeted by plenty of fresh air and sunshine streaming into a well-furnished studio suite with plush bedding, a well-equipped bathroom, a little pantry, and a cosy living area with a settee. Little extras include free parking on the premises and private access to a lovely private deck to relax by day or go stargazing by night. Enjoy the perks of a great location as this home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) to the train station and only 0.5 mi (0.8 km) to convenience stores, restaurants, and pubs.
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the nespresso coffee machine was a welcome facilitythe bed and bedding is superbvery comfortable bed with excellent pillows some nice thoughtful touches like the breakfast items and coffee machineit’s also useful having some toast breakfast availablegreat shower and very comfortable bed - and ample outdoor space to have a drink in the sunCleanliness:
the space itself was clean tidy and well designedvery nice and clean placecarol’s place was lovely it was clean comfortable and warmroom is small but super clean and very cosy has everything you needbig comfy bed clean modern bathroom and lots of really nice little touches from the hostHost:
carol was a lovely hostlovely place parking lovely host and great whitstablevery helpful hosts nothing to much troublecarol was a fantastic hostthanks for being a great host carolRead more reviewsLocation:
location is excellent you can walk anywherelovely location that’s within walking distance of everything you will needperfect location for town and seareally cute little place amazing value close to the harbourgreat location short walk from the centre of town and right by the beach
6. Eclectic fisherman's cottage with modern amenities (from USD 119)
Always wanted to live like a fisherman? Then stay at this fine fisherman’s cottage cleverly designed with plenty of space and modern amenities. This well-lit home comes with two comfortable bedrooms, one-and-a-half bathrooms with toiletries, and a spacious kitchen with a dining table. Perfect for up to four guests, this cottage has a lovely garden to bask in the sun whilst listening to seagulls flying across the skies. Just a short walk away are popular restaurants, pubs, and boutique stores to pique your interest.
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heating and wifi are superbgreat wifi and lots of books and to keep you occupied when not out and aboutsuperb sound system and smart tvbeds super comfy and the dining room perfect for a family dinnerloved the fresh linen well equipped kitchen and toys and books to keep our toddler entertainedCleanliness:
perfectly clean which was reassuring as we have a 3-month-old babyreally cosy clean with everything we neededthe house is extremely clean and the beds/linen are 5*check in was very easy communication was great and the house was spotlessmatt's place is delightful: comfortable clean and nicely furnished throughoutHost:
matt is a great hostmatt was very flexible and a great hostbeautifully decorated nice cosy fire and really reliable hostmatt was super responsive throughout and left great tips to make the trip go smoothlymatt's a great host & we would not hesitate to book againRead more reviewsLocation:
cute place close to townlovely location such a cute charming housevery close to the train station and easy to hop onto a busso close to the beach and perfect location for exploring whitstableexcellent location in lovely whitstable
7. Vintage Victorian flat with contemporary interiors (from USD 131)
Soak up all the vintage vibes in this elegant Victorian-inspired flat with one plush bedroom, one fully equipped bath, and lovely ambience for an enjoyable holiday. Enjoy the serenity of staying along Harbour Street where a sandy beach and Whitstable Harbour are just a hop, skip, and jump away. After a long day out, come home and chill out at this little gem with a well-furnished living room that comes complete with a sofa bed for relaxation. Located on the upper level, the views from the flat are amazing with pretty seascapes and streetscapes of Whitstable. Relax with your favourite tipple at the shared courtyard as you enjoy the fresh sea breezes wafting in.
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fab apartment - all the amenities in very comfortable surroundingsthe double bed and sofa bed were comfortable and the bath was wonderfulas a real ale fan my husband particularly enjoyed the handsome sam and the black dog micro pubslight and airy with a beautiful bathroomwe also thought the bed was super warm and comfy and i enjoyed the large bathtubCleanliness:
spotless and very cleansuper clean and tastefully decorated apartmentthe accommodation was spotlessly clean and tastefully decoratedthe place was clean and modernthe flat was spotless and comfortableHost:
nicky was a great host extremely helpfulcomfortable and cosy place and owner tips were really valuablefantastic host flat and all the little touchesi had lovely interactions with nicky and her husband who were perfect hostsnicky went above and beyond to be helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location with parking close byperfect location and very peacefulace location and easy accessbeautiful location and lovely staygreat place and fab location
8. Victorian terraced house with decked garden (from USD 200)
Just located in the heart of town, harken back to the Victorian era at this vintage terraced house with a traditional brick facade. Revel in Victorian-inspired decorations with elegant furnishings to make your stay truly pleasant. Inside there are two comfortable bedrooms, one-and-a-half baths, a well-furnished family room, a brightly lit dining room, and a lovely backyard with a decked garden to reconnect with nature. Nearby are a wealth of convenient amenities such as fine restaurants, casual eateries, gift galleries, and boutique shops along the popular Harbour Street.
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beds were also super comfythis cottage is comfortable and well equippeda lovely house full of light and very comfortablethis was an amazing cottage stylish y decorated and very cozyCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and toasty warm which was very much appreciatedit was clean comfortable and full of charactera lovely cottage clean and modern touches great locationlocation ease of communication cleanliness style and comfortthe house was tidy and cleanHost:
nick the host was great and very helpfulnicky was a great hostvery nice house and excellent hostnicky is an amazing hosti'd highly recommend this host and the property and we hope to use it again on future visitsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is excellentgood location to explore whitstablethe location was amazing only a few minutes walk to everythingthe location is wonderful so close to everything you needfantastic house in a great location
9. Double-storey warehouse with stylish interiors
Evoking nostalgia with its industrial design, this ultra-modern home with impressive brick exteriors was previously a spacious warehouse. The exposed beams, classic white interiors, luxurious furnishings, large rooms, and little touches of elegance make this double-storey abode the perfect holiday home for up to four guests. Rest well in two plush bedrooms upstairs before heading down to the well-equipped kitchen for a meal and relaxing in the large living room to plan the day’s explorations. Pop by Windy Corner Stores and Cafe for a cuppa or explore Whitstable Oyster Company and Wheelers Oyster Bar, all located within 0.6 mi (1 km) from home.
Whitstable, United KingdomSuperhostAccommodates: 4
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very comfortable beds gorgeous quirky furnitureeven better than the photos so stylish yet really comfortable and homelytanya's place was amazing comfortable and lots of space for kids tooi will definitely recommend her place as a most comfortable base for exploring whitstablebeds and sofa are super comfy and everywhere is lovely and cleanCleanliness:
extremely clean and very stylishso clean and welcomingclean and homely thankyou againclean well-kept and a good locationwe adored this place - it was beautifully decorated exceptionally clean & we particularly loved the linen sheetsHost:
thank you to the great hoststanya is a superb hosttanya was so helpful and hospitable even leaving us a little basket of goodies on arrivaltanya was very accommodating and provided helpful tips and suggestionstanya is so helpful and thoughtful an amazing hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great too - within walking distance of everywherefab location and great accommodationamazing house in a perfect locationnice short walk into whitstable good locationbeautiful modern house close to all the action in whitstable
10. Charming and dog-friendly cottage
Fall in love instantly with this rustic cottage boasting charming white exteriors located along Harbour Street. Aptly named Harbour Cottage, this little gem is perfect for couples with its well-furnished bedroom, a bathroom with toiletries, a cosy living room, a kitchen with a wood stove, and other modern essentials for a comfy stay. Dogs are welcome to stay provided the host is informed prior to arrival. Love to explore more? The cottage is a short walk to the beach, Whitstable Harbour, fine restaurants, and interesting shops for souvenir shopping. Stroll further to explore the rural beaches, natural woodlands, and wildlife like migrating geese in the skies.
Accommodates: 2
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wifi shower kitchen were all greatcomfy bed nice and warm even in februarycosy cottage indeed kitted out with everything you might need for a truly comfortable staya lovely quaint and comfortable placeCleanliness:
very clean bed comfyspotlessly clean and very comfortablevery clean and everything we neededhouse tidy and cleannice and cleanHost:
polly is a great hostoutstandingly attentive hosts take care of the restgreat house lovely hosts recommendedpolly is lovely - an attentive host without being intrusivehost was very helpful with recommendations for places to eat and things to doRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location to explore whitstableperfect location to explore whitstablea great location in whitstablegreat location near at harbourgreat stay in a great location
Have wonderful adventures in Whitstable
Living by the seaside has many attractions for locals and travellers alike. The constant sea breeze, plenty of fresh seafood, eclectic shops, and a friendly community make Whitstable one of the most charming towns in the UK. Enjoy all these attractions and more when you book your stay at one of the top 10 Airbnb vacation rentals in Whitstable, UK.
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