Right beside the English Channel is a nice little town called Deal. Rich in maritime history, Deal used to be a fishing, mining, and garrison town. At some point in history, even Charles Dickens called this dainty town home. Today, it is filled with quaint streets that have quirky names and equally quirky houses. It also has a lot of shops and markets typical of English towns. Deal has many ancient monuments and buildings, one of which is the Tudor Deal Castle commissioned by King Henry VIII. A few miles away is the town of Walmer, the possible site of Julius Caesar’s arrival in Britain.
Deal enjoys a maritime climate with comfortable summers and cold winters. As of 2011, it has around 30,085 residents and is considered a resort town and tourist destination.
Read on to find out about the best places to stay while in Deal, 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 January 31, 2024.
1. Stay at Sunnycroft, a bed and breakfast straight from a storybook (from USD 101)
From the outside, Sunnycroft looks like one of those elegant, bricked houses from storybooks. Inside, this homey bed and breakfast is just as lovely. Aside from nice interiors and a great view, the rooms are spacious and guests have commended the attention to detail.
Sunnycroft is near the scenic towns Sandwich and Canterbury. Guests can also take a stroll to Walmer Castle, which is a mere 10 minutes away from the property. Other castles and landmarks are also just a few miles away.
Free Wi-Fi and private parking is available. For the more outdoorsy guests, they also offer various activities like horse riding and fishing for an additional charge. Breakfast in the room is available, and guests can also avail special diet menus. Other services include luggage storage and an ironing service. For families, children under two years old are free of charge while children under 16 years old get a discount for extra beds.
Sunnycroft
Address: 183 Dover Road
716 meters (0.5 ft) from Walmer Castle and Gardens
2. Relax like royalty at the Royal Hotel (from USD 95)
Known to have one of the best views in Deal, the Royal Hotel truly lives up to its name.This 18th century hotel has seen the likes of many prominent figures such as Lord Nelson and Lady Hamilton. With the beach a one minute walk away, guests can enjoy nice views of the English Channel from their window or the terrace.
The hotel has a variety of rooms to choose from including a balcony room for ultimate scenic pleasure. There is also a restaurant and bar on-site as well as facilities for disabled guests. A big plus? Guests have emphasized how great their coffee is.
Other services include room service, daily maid service, luggage storage, and dry cleaning. Pets are allowed on request and children under two years old are free of charge. The hotel can also accommodate events such as weddings and conferences.
Royal Hotel
Address: Beach St
2.81 km (1.8 mi) from Walmer Castle and Gardens
3. Get the best of comfort at the stylish Bijou Cottage (from USD 113)
Around six minutes away from the beach and 300 meters (0.18 miles) from Deal Castle, this stylish two-bedroom house is a nice gem in the seaside town. It has a variety of amenities and facilities such as a well-equipped kitchen, washing machine, drying rack, and ironing facilities. There is also a patio and outdoor dining area for those wanting to dine al fresco. During those cold winter nights, guests can warm themselves by the fireplace. A supermarket, Sainsburys, is around one kilometer (0.62 miles) from the property.
Free Wi-Fi is accessible in all areas and public parking is available at a nearby location. For animal lovers, pets are allowed. Children under two years old are free of charge, and children under 12 years old get a discount for extra beds. One child under 16 years old is free of charge when using existing beds.
Bijou Cottage
Address: 11 Beaconsfield Road
2.29 km (1.5 mi) from Walmer Castle and Gardens
4. Be charmed by Bear's Well Bed & Breakfast (from USD 158)
Another stylish property in Deal is this simple but sweet bed and breakfast. Its deluxe double rooms have a shower, flat screen TV, and large double bed. A few miles away are the Deal, Sandown, and Walmer Castles. Guests can also benefit from the hassle-free airport shuttle. There is free Wi-Fi and public parking at a nearby location.
Guests have also commended the house’s charming quality, lovely garden, and proximity to the beach.
Bear's Well Bed & Breakfast
Address: 10 St George's Road
2.82 km (1.8 mi) from Walmer Castle and Gardens
5. Stay at a vintage boutique cottage in the heart of Deal (from USD 142)
Aside from ancient castles, Deal also has a lot of quirky places to discover. This nice little accommodation is no exception. Located near the seaside in Deal’s Conservation Area, this vintage-style property is right where much of Deal’s vibrancy and culture can be experienced. With many craft shops, restaurants, bars, and cafes in the vicinity, this coastal cottage is quite a haven in Deal.
The cottage offers two spacious bedrooms with three beds, along with a common area with a sofa bed and couch. Guests can make use of the kitchen and washer. Free Wi-Fi is also accessible in all areas. Smoking is permitted in the courtyard and pets are allowed – but do make sure they are well-behaved! When it comes to parking, there is a 2-hour free parking outside the cottage. For longer stays, there is a pay and display car park nearby.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
a worry free and comfortable stay from becoming to endour bottle of wine and sticky toffee pudding tasted even nicer in the cosy living roomthere are loads of great touches in the decor and comfortable and cosy furnishingsthe beds were really fluffy and comfortable and there is ample space everywhere20 nelson street is a lovely cottage beautifully and comfortable furnished full of character and high-end design touchesCleanliness:
homely clean cosyit was clean and cosy and very warmthe house is really well decorated and cleanfantastic stay at this property super clean cute and with a fantastic cosy atmospherebeautiful house cozy elegant and cleanHost:
claire was very helpful throughoutclaire was amazingly helpfulthe host was very helpful and friendlyclaire was an excellent host and everything was as describedclaire is a wonderful host and the apartment is charmingRead more reviewsLocation:
superb location and gorgeous housegreat location in the old town in walking distance from shops and beachgreat location and very comfortable housegreat location short walk to town and beachlovely house in a good location - recommended
6. Curl up at a historic double apartment with great views (From 105 USD (82.94 GBP))
Just as historic as Deal itself is this two-bedroom upstairs apartment. Located in a historic mansion block, this property has pleasant interiors and nice views of the Deal Conservation Area. The apartment is cozy and has a light feel to it, and it is relatively inexpensive for four people. A TV, DVD player, and iPod dock are also available for guests to use.
There is a sofa bed in the common area and guests can make use of the kitchen. Free Wi-Fi is accessible and parking is available for one car. For guests looking to discover the town, bikes can also be provided.
Guests have commended the owners for being very helpful and accommodating. If the guests are not arriving by car, the owners can arrange a meet-up at the station and provide transport to the apartment.
Double Apartment In The Conservation Area
Price: From 105 USD (82.94 GBP)
Number of Guests: 4
7. Experience the quirks of Deal at Seashell Cottage (from USD 125)
This may be another quirky cottage in the Conservation Area, but it definitely has a charm of its own. Its exterior is decked with pastel hues but the inside is just as sweet. Located a few minutes away from the beach, the cottage is near the High Street which is lined with quirky shops and dining destinations. There are also landmarks in the vicinity such as the Turner Contemporary, Dreamland Margate Shell Grotto, Dickensian Broadstairs, Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour, Whitstable, and the medieval streets of Sandwich.
The property has two double bedrooms with double beds, a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and garden. Dogs are allowed and free Wi-Fi is available.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
lovely cottage clean stylisha lovely clean comfortable and cosy cottagethe property standard was 5* really really clean and well keptvery clean bright cottage not far from centre of towna charming and quiet cottage tastefully decorated very comfortable and scrupulously cleanHost:
the owner was also friendly and helpfulthe owners mark and sarah are very friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
ideal location very close to family for our short visitlocation of the property was perfect being metres from the beach and also close to amenities and attractionsbeautiful cozy cottage convenient location yet very peacefultruly a perfect place to stay should
8. Find peace at a house near Deal High Street
Located five minutes away from Deal High Street, this house offers an upstairs guest room with a double bed. Every morning, breakfast is served at the dining area. There is also a private garden and small patio with an ashtray provided for smokers. There is free parking and Wi-Fi available, and guests can make use of the washer and dryer.
During the summer, fruits and vegetables at the vegetable patches may ripen and guests are free to pick them.
Deal, England, United Kingdom
2.01 km (1.3 mi) from Walmer Castle and GardensTop guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
wifi code was an added bonusthe breakfast included was outstandingwe appreciated the tea coffee and snacks that were provided in the roomtea/coffee biscuits and fruit in the room and a great breakfast providedthere was a great choice of tea coffee etc available in the roomCleanliness:
very clean and welcoming roomthe room was perfect cleanliness on the highest levelthe room was quite very clean and perfect decoratedthe room itself is clean and comfortablespotless clean towels nice sampling of toiletries etcHost:
stephanie makes a great hoststephanie was a lovely friendly hoststephanie is a very gracious hostshe was so kindstephanie was a really welcoming and friendly hostRead more reviewsLocation:
we can absolutely recommend this locationnice place and great locationthe loaction was lovely and quiet and central to deal about five minutes drive to the sea frontabout 15 mins walk to the beach front and a nice and quiet locationthe shower power is amazing location is perfect for deal sandwich and dover and canterbury is about 30mins away
Bask in the scenic seaside that charmed many throughout history
Deal is a gem of a town with a unique, colorful personality. Filled with castles, ancient monuments, and quirky shops, it’s easy to see why many are attracted to it – even choosing to relocate. When picking out a place to stay, make sure to get that comfort and charm that only this seaside haven can truly deliver.
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