YHA Canterbury

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Staff

9.3

Property highlights

About this property

Situated in a Victorian villa in a quiet, tree-lined street, YHA Canterbury is just 15 minutes’ walk from Canterbury Cathedral. Guests can enjoy the cafe bar, TV lounge and games room. Most rooms contain bunk beds, and all rooms have access to a shared bathroom. Meals are available at YHA Canterbury, along with a self-catering kitchen and dining room. There is also a small onsite shop. Guests at YHA Canterbury can relax in lounge or the pretty garden. Laundry facilities with washing machines are also available for guests' use. The centre of historic Canterbury can be reached in 10 minutes on foot, while The Marlowe Theatre is 15 minutes’ walk away. St. Augustine’s Abbey is a 10-minute walk, and Canterbury East Rail Station is a 15-minute walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Youth Hostels Association
Hotel chain/brand

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

  • Free private parking available on-site

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We have no availability on our site for this property between Sat 1 Nov 2025 and Tue 4 Nov 2025

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Guests who stayed here loved

Emilia
Italy Italy
“It was very clean, the location was very convenient and overall a very beautiful space”
Irina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very friendly and accommodating staff, beautiful building, quiet and clean room, execptionally comfy beds. Would highly recommend!”
Shane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Am a student at Christ Church Canterbury which is only ten minutes down the road it's a lovey Part of Canterbury beautiful building and close to the shop but just away enough that you Get the quiet.”
Tracy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location with parking, clean good facilities.”
Jeanette
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I was able to park - then a close walk into the centre. I had a really cute cabin with my own shower and toilet. The room was great.”
Louise
Australia Australia
“Lovely old building, friendly staff, clean, comfortable with a big garden at the back. Nice kitchen, clean.”
Sarah
Australia Australia
“Our cabin in the back yard was perfect. The beds were comfy, the bathroom was clean and perfect, it was nice and quiet.”
Bittermann
Germany Germany
“The hostel is very cozy, clean and definitely worth a visit. The rooms were tidy and comfortable.”
Marina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The wonderful spacious building along with well equipped self catering facilities. Efficient and friendly staff.. Easy walk to City centre and great value accommodation.”
Kubra
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff is so cooperative and the excellent environment”

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House rules

YHA Canterbury takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 17:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

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.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this property does not accept group bookings for 16 people or more.

Stays exceeding 14 consecutive nights at this property will not be allowed.

Please note that all adult guests need to provide a valid ID with a matching name and address at check-in.

Please note discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or Hostelling International as part of this booking.

Towels are not included in the rate. Guests can rent them at the property for an additional charge or bring their own.

Please contact the property to confirm the availability of accessible rooms before booking.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.