Hempstead House Hotel & Restaurant - Sittingbourne

AA Rosette-awarded dining and AquaManda Spa at a Victorian country house hotel set in 4 acres of landscaped gardens

Award-Winning Dining

The Lakes Restaurant at Hempstead House Hotel & Restaurant holds an AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence. Guests can also dine in the contemporary Brasserie or enjoy al fresco aperitifs and dining on the extensive gardens and terraces during summer. Three bar areas provide additional spaces for drinks and relaxation.

AquaManda Spa

The AquaManda Spa offers a 15-meter swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, and hydrotherapy pool. An outdoor plunge pool is open from May to October, and the fitness studio provides group classes along with a fully equipped gym. Spa treatments include massages, facials, body wraps, manicures, and pedicures, available for resident adult guests aged 16 and over.

Individually Designed Rooms

Hempstead House Hotel's ensuite bedrooms are individually designed and located in a Victorian country house. The hotel sits within 4 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens with outdoor furniture, a terrace, and a heated pool. Family rooms are available, and the hotel offers accommodations for guests with disabilities, including wheelchair-accessible bathrooms and grab rails.

Countryside Location

Hempstead House is situated on the main A2 road near the cathedral towns of Canterbury and Rochester. The Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is close by, and the ports of Dover and Folkestone are within easy reach. Sittingbourne train station offers services to London in approximately one hour, as well as to coastal destinations like Whitstable, Ramsgate, and Margate.

Family, Pet, and Business Facilities

The hotel welcomes pets and provides family swimming sessions on weekends during term time and daily in school holidays for children under 16. Business travelers can use the meeting and banquet facilities, business center, and fax/photocopying services. A dedicated event management team handles corporate retreats, weddings, and special celebrations.

• Location: On A2 near Canterbury and Rochester, 1 hour train to London
• Dining: AA Rosette-awarded Lakes Restaurant and Brasserie
• Spa: AquaManda Spa with 15m pool, hydrotherapy pool, and treatment rooms
• Rooms: Individually designed ensuite rooms with garden views
• Family: Family swim slots and pet-friendly policies
• Events: Dedicated event management for weddings and corporate retreats