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Old Town House, Margate

Stay at Old Town House, Margate, a 5-star hotel with free Wi-Fi and beach access. Explore Margate’s quirky shops, art galleries & nearby attractions.

9 Market Pl, Margate CT9 1EN, United Kingdom View on map
10/10
Exceptional Based on 76 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Air-conditioned Beach access Smoke-free
What recent guests emphasize

Five-Star Charm in Margate’s Old Quarter

Guests appreciate the stylish setting and prime location within Margate’s vibrant historic district, offering easy access to cultural highlights and a trendy atmosphere despite limited facilities.

Guests often praise

  • Excellent location near cobbled streets, quirky shops, and modern art galleries.
  • Clean and well-maintained, with effective air conditioning throughout.
  • Trendy atmosphere fitting for visitors exploring the Old Town and Crab Museum.
  • Reliable free Wi-Fi for convenient connectivity.

Worth knowing

  • No on-site breakfast, restaurant, or parking facilities are available.
  • Not accessible for guests requiring disability-friendly accommodations.
  • No pets allowed and limited on-site amenities such as pool or fitness center.
  • Beach access nearby but no airport shuttle service offered.

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a stylish base to explore Margate’s cultural and artistic attractions.
  • Visitors comfortable navigating without onsite meals or parking.
  • Guests prioritizing location and design over full-service hotel amenities.
  • Couples and solo travelers wanting a quiet, smoke-free environment near the beach.
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About this property

Welcome to Old Town House, Margate

Situated in Margate's historic old quarter, Old Town House offers a stylish stay within easy reach of cobbled streets, quirky shops, and modern art galleries. This five-star hotel welcomes visitors seeking access to the cultural highlights of the area, including the nearby Crab Museum. Guests can enjoy beach access and free Wi-Fi throughout the air-conditioned property.

The hotel operates a smoke-free policy and provides straightforward facilities without extras such as parking, breakfast, or on-site dining. Check-in is available from 15:00, with check-out by 11:00, catering to travelers with a simple, no-frills approach. Although pet-friendly options, a pool, and fitness center are not available, the location makes it easy to explore local attractions on foot.

Nearby points of interest include the Turner Contemporary gallery, known for its dramatic exhibitions blending historic and contemporary art, and Dreamland Margate, where vintage arcade amusements and a small cinema create a nostalgic atmosphere. The Shell Grotto, an unusual shell-lined passage, also lies close by and offers a distinctive day out.

Accessibility to major airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick, and Stansted is reasonable by car or public transit, facilitating travel to and from the property. Although Old Town House does not offer extensive facilities, its setting and style make it well-suited for culturally minded visitors who appreciate a central location in Margate's vibrant old town.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioned
Beach access
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Breakfast
Parking
Accessible
Pool
Pet-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Old Town House, Margate

Margate, United Kingdom

Trendy old quarter with quirky shops, cobbled streets & modern art galleries, plus the Crab Museum.

  • Margate 14 min Walk
  • Cecil Street Council Offices (Stop M) 5 min Walk
  • Cecil Square (Stop H) 4 min Walk
  • Heathrow Airport 2 hr Car · 2 hr 55 Transit
  • London Gatwick Airport 1 hr 38 Car · 2 hr 58 Transit
  • London Stansted Airport 1 hr 49 Car · 3 hr 7 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Margate. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Turner Contemporary 3,843 reviews

Turner Contemporary

Rendezvous, Margate CT9 1HG, United Kingdom

4.1 · Art Gallery
Dreamland Margate 7,071 reviews

Dreamland Margate

Hall by the Sea Rd, Marine Terrace, Margate CT9 1XJ, United Kingdom

4.1 · Amusement Park
Shell Grotto 2,663 reviews

Shell Grotto

33 Grotto Hill, Cliftonville, Margate CT9 2BU, United Kingdom

4.5 · Museum
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