The Inn on the Lake Hotel offers a serene retreat near Rochester Cathedral. Start your day with a continental breakfast, unwind in the garden or treat yourself to spa services like a Swedish massage. With free WiFi, luggage storage and an elevator, this hotel is perfect for guests who appreciate helpful staff and a great location.
Historic Dockyard Chatham - 10 min drive - 13.5 km
Brands Hatch Circuit - 18 min drive - 19.0 km
Getting around
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 45 min drive
London City Airport (LCY) - 48 min drive
London (SEN-Southend) - 54 min drive
Sole Street Station - 6 min drive
Cuxton Station - 7 min drive
Meopham Station - 8 min drive
Restaurants
Harvester - White Hart - Gravesend - 7 min drive
J.K's Café - 4 min drive
The Golden Fish Bar - 5 min drive
The Three Crutches - 5 min drive
Toby Carvery - 5 min drive
About this property
The Inn on the Lake Hotel
The Inn on the Lake Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Bluewater Shopping Centre. You can be pampered with deep-tissue massages, then unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.
Dining
Willow Tree - This bar specializes in British cuisine.
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Policies
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
Also known as
Inn Lake Shorne
Lake Shorne
Inn Lake Hotel Gravesend
Lake Gravesend
The On The Hotel Gravesend
The Inn on the Lake Hotel Hotel
The Inn on the Lake Hotel Gravesend
The Inn on the Lake Hotel Hotel Gravesend
Frequently asked questions
Does The Inn on the Lake Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Inn on the Lake Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Inn on the Lake Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at The Inn on the Lake Hotel and nearby?
The Inn on the Lake Hotel has spa services and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
What's the area around The Inn on the Lake Hotel like?
The Inn on the Lake Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Shorne Woods Country Park and 9 minutes' walk from Jeskyns Community Woodland. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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The Inn on the Lake Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The property is very pet friendly and welcoming to furry friends. (6 reviews)
Parking was good and convenient with a large car park available. (5 reviews)
Breakfast was a highlight with a good selection and cooked options, often described as delicious and freshly prepared. (16 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
Relaxing stay
Lovely family run hotel. Fantastic evening meal on the terrace with a gorgeous view of the lake.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Check in was great, service from all staff was very good and the surroundings are lovely.
Kristin
Kristin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2025
We stay again and again
We stay here many times a year for events at brands hatch or a simple getaway the walk just behind the hotel Shorne woods is excellent. Never had a bad stay staff are so lovely the hotel is so relaxed and such a nice atmosphere
Joanne
Joanne, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 29, 2025
Staff v helpful and friendly
Hotel aspect and outdoor space lovely by the lake
Hotel v tired and shabby
Breakfast v poor
Tina
Tina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
Great hotel.
Very good room, excellent view of the lake.
Pauline
Pauline, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 3, 2025
Value for money
I booked 4 rooms for a job we were working on local to the hotel. Value for money was excellent compared to other hotels. Food was outstanding and reasonably priced.
Rooms are large and functional for our needs. Tv in room was quite small but this is the only negative. Definitely stay there again while working that way
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 29, 2025
Bates Motel
Very dated
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 30, 2025
Lovely stay, beautiful grounds
We had a lovely stay The Inn on the lake. Gorgeous grounds, cosy furnishings in the hotel. Breakfast was good quality and simple. We stayed while visiting Brands hatch for an event. We will atay again when atending future events. We stayed dueinf the heatwave and the room got very hot, there was a ceiling fan. No air con and we couldn't keep the window open as on rhe ground floor.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2025
Always love staying here especially lakeside room
Mick
Mick, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
Great dog friendly hotel
Sheila
Sheila, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2025
Inn on the lake
Excellent stay for work. Good bar meals
Terence
Terence, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Exactly what is needed
We needed a 1 night stay, while travelling with our pet, and it was exactly what we needed. The staff are lovely and on point. Facilities are good, and most importantly we were welcomed with our furry friend.
Roxana-Nicoleta
Roxana-Nicoleta, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2025
Excellent overnight stay
The room was excellent we even had a four poster bed in a standard room which was a lovely surprise
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2025
One of the best hotel I have seen in my 200 days out of 365 in hotel...the best for family and business ..
Jovito
Jovito, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2025
The massage booth treatments were amazing!
Bhavini
Bhavini, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2025
Lovely lakeside stay.
Came for the spa treatments, had a very comfortable stay. Lovely staff and great service.
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 9, 2025
The sheets and duvet were marked, paper was falling off the walls and units were sticky to the touch. Disgusting and tiered.
Kevin
Kevin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2024
Excellent hotel
SIMON
SIMON, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 28, 2025
Clean and tidy. Staff very nice and polite. Although it needs some updating.
Susana
Susana, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 7, 2025
Good
Large room, lovely view over the lake. Basic but clean. Comfy bed. Kind, helpful staff.
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2024
A very nice place to stay and nice Xmas party night.
Bill
Bill, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2025
Perfect for peaceful sleep
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2025
Happy days
Lovely stay with welcoming staff. Everyone I spoke to was warm and inviting and helpful. I recommend!
Comfortable, clean, serviced. Communication and service top notch!