About this property

Historic Setting: Westgate Two-Bedroom Homestay Suite in Kent is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming environment. Modern Amenities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a beautiful garden, and a shared kitchen equipped with a dishwasher, microwave, and oven. The property also features an outdoor seating area, games room, and free on-site parking. Comfortable Accommodation: The homestay includes two bedrooms and a bathroom with a walk-in shower. Additional amenities include a washing machine, dining area, and streaming services. Convenient Location: Located 114 km from London City Airport, the property is close to attractions such as The Bay Beach (2.8 km) and Canterbury Cathedral (26 km). Guests appreciate the friendly staff and excellent service support.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mollie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean and the beds were very comfy. Bathroom is gorgeous! Donna was really lovely. It was even right next to the train station so fantastic for getting around.
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Property was extremely clean and value for money Wonderful Host very accommodating to our needs friendly and polite and good company for a chat
  • Ed
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Donna was lovely, couldn't recommend it highly enough. Great bedrooms and bathroom. All the facilities you need. The location was perfect. If we go back to that area, we'll definitely stay there again.
  • Terence
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was clean and tidy. Donna, the owner was friendly but lets her guests enjoy their stay without interfering. There was a fridge and tea / coffee making facility. The whole top floor of the premises was ours as the owner only allows one booking...
  • Amandine
    France France
    Donna s place is equaly confortable as clean and peacefull. Situation Just à few mètres away from the train station which is only à stop from margate. The seaside is at the end of the street. We just loved it and wontchesitate to come back . Was...
  • Ingrid
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The mattress was one of the most comfortable I'd ever slept on, considering the property was in an urban environment the views from the bedroom windows were quite scenic, our host was extremely helpful and laid out detailed instructions along with...
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Well appointed, clean, comfy and a friendly, helpful host. Didn't want for anything.
  • Femi
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The home was very nice and clean, with many useful amenities. I would definitely book to stay here again
  • Anne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was only a couple of minutes walk from Westgate station but the street and area was incredibly quiet. Donna was very welcoming and friendly but at the same time very unobtrusive. Only a quick call away if needed. Very comfortable bed, lovely...
  • Nigel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Donna was professional but friendly and her accommodation is of a very high standard.

Hosted by Donna

9.6
Host review score
Donna
**Westgate Two-Bedroom Hotel Suite is celebrating receiving a Traveller Review Award 2025 for scoring an average of 9.3 out of 10 for its reviews!** A homestay is a form of hospitality where guests share a residence with a local of the area to which they are traveling. In this homestay, guests have sole access to the top floor of the house, which has two spacious, comfortable and clean double bedrooms and a large private bathroom with walk in shower. Rooms have TV, free tea & coffee making facilities and guests share a small fridge-freezer for storing food, snacks and drinks. Guests have shared access to the dining room, a basement games room with projector (accessed via the dining room), courtyard garden and a well equipped kitchen, where they can prepare meals on site. Please note that the Homestay Suite accommodates guests over the age of 18.
Donna is a low key live-in host who is keen to ensure that you have a relaxing and enjoyable stay. She tends to be a 'hands off' and will leave you to enjoy your stay in peace. That said, she is always at the end of her mobile phone and will happily answer any questions you may have during your stay, including insider knowledge about the best local places to visit. Donna’s hobbies include sea swimming (all year round!) and playing the djembe (West African drum). Please do give an estimated time of arrival when you book so that she can ensure she is present to welcome you.
Westgate-on-Sea is one of the hidden gems of Thanet. A small town just over a mile from Margate, it has two sandy Blue Flag beaches - St. Mildred's Bay and Westgate Bay - both with seaside cafes. There is a surprisingly wide range of shops in our town centre (Station Road and part of St. Mildred's Road), including launderette and dry cleaners, supermarket, takeaways, restaurants, cafes and bars. We also have the popular Carlton Cinema, just a stone's throw from the house. Westgate-on-Sea is a three minute train ride from Margate main sands (10-12 minute bus ride) or take a leisurely 35-40 minute stroll along the seafront. In Margate, you can have lunch at the numerous cafés and bars, mooch around the independent shops, visit the Turner Contemporary and other local galleries or just chill out on the main sands. For those who enjoy longer walks, try the Viking Coastal Trail from Westgate-on-Sea right round to Pegwell Bay just outside Ramsgate. If walking is not your thing, the house is 1 minute from the local train station, with trains to Ramsgate via Margate (3 mins) and Broadstairs (10 mins) and to London via Whitstable, Faversham and Rochester. Change at Margate for trains to Dover and Folkestone for ferries or trains to France and Canterbury, the famous cathedral city.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

House rules

Westgate Two-Bedroom Homestay Suite takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that Westgate Two-Bedroom Homestay Suite does not accommodate guests under the age of 18.

Please inform Westgate Two-Bedroom Homestay Suite in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.