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The Ship & Trades Hotel Chatham , Chatham (Kent)
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About the Hotel
Maritime Way, Chatham Maritime,
Chatham (Kent),
United Kingdom,
ME4 3ER,
Kent
The Ship & Trades is set in a historically significant building that once served as dockyard offices at the Royal Naval Dockyard. This modern hotel features contemporary coastal design with impressive marina views. It offers quality accommodations along with a vibrant dining experience. The location provides an ideal base to explore the rich cultural and historical attractions of Chatham, Kent.
Location
The Ship & Trades is conveniently located near Chatham Maritime, just 2 miles from the town center. It is also within a short distance of significant historical sites such as Rochester Cathedral and Fort Amherst. The venue provides easy access to public transportation, making it a practical choice for those visiting London, which is just 34 miles away. Various local attractions can be reached on foot or with a quick taxi ride.
Rooms
There are 15 boutique bedrooms at The Ship & Trades, designed with a focus on comfort and nautical themes. Many rooms offer stunning marina views, and two have private waterfront balconies. Each room includes contemporary amenities such as flat-screen TVs and complimentary WiFi. Accessible accommodations are available upon request, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.
Eat & Drink
The hotel features a glass-panelled wrap-around restaurant providing scenic views of the marina while serving fresh and seasonal cuisine. The chef’s specialty chargrill is known for its gourmet burgers and prime cuts. Guests can also enjoy a selection of local cask ales, unique wines, and international lagers in the bar area. A terrace and garden seating enhances the dining experience, making it suitable for various occasions.
Leisure & Business
Leisure opportunities at The Ship & Trades include relaxing in the tranquil garden or enjoying dockside seating with picturesque views. The hotel also accommodates business needs, catering to events in a stylish environment. Electric car charging points are available, supporting eco-friendly travel. Guests are encouraged to explore local attractions like the Central Theatre and Historic Dockyard.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Charming River View
Opting for a room with a river view was a delightful choice; the charming scenery made our stay truly memorable.view full review
Delicious Breakfast!
The breakfast spread was impressive, providing a lovely start to each day with a variety of tasty options.view full review
Accessible Spaces
The outdoor space was exceptional, with plenty of seating that everyone could enjoy, all while soaking in breathtaking marina views.view full review
Stylish Touches
The room decor was beautifully done; the trendy accents made for an aesthetically pleasing environment.view full review
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
Elevator
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Housekeeping
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Children
Cribs
Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
Garden area
Room features
Heating
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
Maritime Way, Chatham Maritime,
Chatham (Kent),
United Kingdom,
ME4 3ER,
Kent
Map view
Maritime Way, Chatham Maritime,
Chatham (Kent),
United Kingdom,
ME4 3ER,
Kent
City landmarks
Main Gate Rd
The Historic Dockyard Chatham
3300 ft
Gillingham Pier Pier Approach Road
Medway Queen
4500 ft
Castle
Rochester Castle
1.7
mi
Main Gate Rd The Historic Dockyard
HMS Cavalier
4100 ft
Museums
Royal Engineers Museum
1.2
mi
Lines Terrace
Great Lines Heritage Park
1.4
mi
Church
Rochester Cathedral
1.7
mi
Stadiums
Priestfield Stadium
1.6
mi
Castle
Fort Amherst
1.2
mi
Parks
Medway Park
1.3
mi
Cemetery
Chatham Naval Memorial
1.3
mi
Rochester ME3 9HF
Cockham Wood Fort
5000 ft
Church
Gillingham Spiritualist Church
1.4
mi
13 Military Road
Nucleus Arts Creative Riverside Hub
1.4
mi
Sun Pier House Sun Pier Sun Pier Medway Street
Sun Pier House Gallery
1.4
mi
103 High Street
Francis Iles Galleries
1.4
mi
75 High Street
Nucleus Arts Rochester
1.5
mi
Parks
The Strand Leisure Park
1.3
mi
Museums
Guildhall Museum
1.6
mi
272 High Street
Nucleus Arts
1.5
mi
97 High Street
Six Poor Travellers House
1.7
mi
High Street
Eastgate House
1.7
mi
17-19 Crow Lane Opposite The Vines park
Restoration House
1.8
mi
Museums
Huguenot Museum
1.7
mi
Bridges
Rochester Bridge
1.7
mi
Church
Hoo St Werburgh Parish Church & Graveyard
1.6
mi
Rochester
Black Widow Russian Cold War Submarine
1.5
mi
Castle
Upnor Castle
4.6
mi
Nearby
Shopping Area
Dockside Outlet Centre
1100 ft
Leviathan Way
Copper Rivet Distillery
1800 ft
Restaurants
Creams Cafe
900 ft
Jetty 5 Chatham Quays Dock Head Road Chatham Maritime
The Panini Brothers
600 ft
Dock Head Road Unit 61/62 Dockside Outlet Centre
Pier Five
1100 ft
Dock Head Road
Taco Bell
1000 ft
The Wharf Dock Head Road The Quays Unit 2
Villagio Ristorante
1000 ft
Dock Head Rd Leviathan Way Unit 2 Site J4 Maritime Chatham
Seawise
500 ft
Dockside Outlet Shopping Centre Maritime Way
The Broadwick Chatham
900 ft
Dock Head Road Unit 8
Burger King
1200 ft
62 & 63 Dockside Outlet Centre Maritime Way
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
84%
liked the hotel and would stay again
friendly staff
private terrace
maintenance issues
ventilation problems
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
7.7
Location
7.0
Service
8.0
Dining
6.7
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 3 review
3.5/5
based on 472 review
8.3
8.3/10based on 943 review
#5 of 6 hotels in Chatham based on Tripadvisor
Andy
United Kingdom,
May
2024
6.6/10
The hotel had a nice boating theme in my room directly overlooking the entrance to the coop store, which was a bit noisy at times. The bathroom facilities were great. However, the availability of my room was a bit inconsistent. The price was fair for what was offered.
Rooms
8.0
I enjoyed the boating theme in my room and the great bathroom facilities.
Service
7.0
The front desk staff quickly changed my room and provided a fan. However, they couldn't provide an additional plug-in heater as promised.
Location
5.0
The hotel is less convenient for visiting Chatham and required a car. The views over the marina were nice, but the broken furniture and bathroom issues were disappointing.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were convenient for visiting the Historic Dockyards and the Medway university Campuses. The breakfast included was excellent, but there were some borderline issues.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were decent around the marina and shopping area, but the broken furniture and unpleasant smells were off-putting. The hotel should consider updating the bathroom facilities and lift to enhance the guest experience.
Dave
United Kingdom,
September
2023
7.4/10
The hotel is located in a lovely area, perfect for a weekend getaway with friends. The rooms are tastefully arranged, but lack air conditioning, which can be a bit noisy if facing the car park. The service is generally good with a young, polite, and engaging staff, but there was an issue with a parking charge notice that needs to be sorted. The location is ideal for those visiting the Chatham dockyard, just minutes away, and within walking distance of the old Royal Navy Ship Yards. The dining experience had its ups and downs with fantastic bacon and eggs but cold dishes needing improvement.
Rooms
7.0
My room was nicely arranged, but lacked air conditioning, and facing the car park made it a bit noisy with the windows open.
Service
8.0
The staff members were lovely, helpful, and engaging, although there was an issue with a parking charge that needs attention.
Location
9.0
The location was perfect for my needs, being close to the Chatham dockyard and within walking distance of the old Royal Navy Ship Yards in a lovely, up and coming area.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had its highs with the best bacon and eggs ever, but also lows with cold dishes and a need for a makeover.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent, but some areas like the dining space could use a makeover for an enhanced experience.
Leslie
United Kingdom,
August
2023
7.6/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were large and comfortable, with the option for room service and a private terrace overlooking the marina, but the lack of proper ventilation made it feel hot like an oven at times. The service was excellent and professional, with very helpful and friendly staff, but some areas of the location could use improvement. The dining experience was decent, with freshly prepared dishes, but there were some inconsistencies. Overall, it was a stay with highs and lows.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were large and comfortable with room service available. The private terrace overlooking the marina was a nice touch, but it felt like an oven at times.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, the staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful.
Location
7.0
The location was good with excellent views from some areas, but there were maintenance issues like broken furniture and an unpleasant smell in some parts.
Dining
7.0
The dining area was huge, and the freshly prepared dishes were good, but some items needed better cooking.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate, but there were some maintenance issues observed.
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