Guest Rating: 
4.3 / 5
In a historic 14th century building, this beautiful boutique hotel houses 12 unique and individually designed rooms, offering a stunning blend of stylish contemporary design and beautiful original period features.
The hotel is one of Cranbrook's most historic landmark buildings and originally dates back as far as the 1300s. Today, it has been transformed into a unique privately owned, family-run boutique hotel. A selection of elegant and luxurious rooms are available, with a choice of beautiful period opulence with modern comforts and facilities, or sleek stylish contemporary design with ultramodern features and amenities.
The masterful blend of old and new extends to every aspect of the hotel and brasserie, from the accommodation and the facilities to the regularly changing menu.
Please note that for bookings including a Saturday night throughout April, May, June, July and September, a minimum of 2 nights' stay is required. Please enter 2 nights when checking availability.
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
All children are welcome. All children under 1 year stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children from 1 to 13 years are charged GBP 15.00 per night and person for extra beds. All older children or adults are charged GBP 30.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 2.
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, a fixed amount of GBP 20.00 will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Free Public parking is possible on site.
Pets are not allowed.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
A fixed amount of GBP 20.00 per room will be charged on the day of booking and is non-refundable.
All children are welcome. All children under 1 year stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children from 1 to 13 years are charged GBP 15.00 per night and person for extra beds. All older children or adults are charged GBP 30.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 2.
In order to guarantee reservations, the hotel will charge a fixed deposit of GBP 20 per room to the credit card provided as soon as the booking is processed. In the event of cancellation, this deposit is non-refundable.
The cancellation policy varies according to the number of rooms and nights booked. In the event of a no-show or late cancellation in breach of the cancellation policy, the hotel will charge an amount equivalent to the cost of the first night of the booking to the credit card provided, plus the total loss of the deposit paid.
Cancellation Policies and Periods:
- For cancellations for one to 2 rooms/2 nights, 24 hours notice is required and confirmation of cancellation must be received by the hotel by 16:00 on the day prior to arrival.
- For cancellations for 3 to 6 rooms/nights, confirmation of cancellation must be received by the hotel by 16:00, 72 hours prior to arrival.
- For cancellations for 7 to 12 rooms/7 or more nights, confirmation of cancellation must be received by the hotel by 16:00, 7 days prior to arrival.
All of the hotel’s beautiful rooms are unique and individually designed, offering a unique choice of period luxury and opulence or sleek contemporary style and ultramodern design. Each room has been designed with a specific and individual colour scheme and the attractive décor and sumptuous fabrics have been carefully selected to reflect the specially commissioned or discovered pieces of furniture and art. There are 8 elegant and luxurious rooms in the historic period section of the hotel: Mandarin, Aurum, Heather, Crimson, Paprika, Truffle, Azure and Willow. There are 4 stylish and contemporary rooms in the newer part of the hotel: Pewter, Mocha, Oyster and Copper.
All of the hotel’s comfortable and luxurious rooms are well-equipped, with all the modern comforts and facilities you need in a restful, relaxing base. Whether you are exploring the region as a tourist, visiting the area on business or attending a conference, the comfortable, peaceful rooms provide a relaxing haven. It is in the details that the hotel’s quality really shines through and all of the impressive accommodation features large fluffy white towels, complimentary toiletries from Gilchrist and Soames’ spa therapy collection, luxury Egyptian cotton sheets, large double beds and the latest flat-screen TVs with Sky satellite channels. Each room is also provided with complimentary mineral water.
The hotel has 2 feature rooms. Heather has a jacuzzi bath for the ultimate spa effect and Crimson has a hand-carved four-poster bed and gold painted ceiling for a touch of opulence and decadence.
There are several rooms that are suitable for families and which can accommodate up to 2 extra beds. These rooms are available on request.
The George Hotel and Brasserie creates a relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy first class cuisine. The hotel has developed an excellent reputation for dining in Kent and has won countrywide acclaim from industry experts. The hotel has now been recognised for its culinary excellence with an AA rosette and inclusion in The Good Food Guide 2008. This prestigious acknowledgement is awarded to no more than 1,200 UK restaurants out of some 30,000 and this places the hotel amongst some of the finest restaurants in Kent and across the UK.
The cuisine mirrors the hotel’s décor, using a contemporary approach to cast new light on traditional classics. The hotel offers a modern English menu with dishes carefully selected by the head chef. These include vegetarian and children's options. All of the ingredients are freshly prepared and sourced, where possible, from local producers. The food is complimented by a carefully selected wine list, which features everything from famous French wines to the lesser-known new world wines of the southern hemisphere, as well as locally produced wines from the vineyards of Chapel Down in Tenterden, Kent.
Guests can enjoy their food in the hotel’s dining room or in the vibrant atmosphere of the brasserie. The dining room is one of the oldest and most striking parts of the hotel and the main focal point is a magnificent, 16th century inglenook fireplace. Beautiful original features, such as heavy wood beams and leadlight windows, contrast with contemporary oak furniture and features, comfortable leather chairs and opulent chandeliers. The brasserie is situated at the front of the hotel with a pleasant outlook onto Cranbrook’s Stone Street, the vestry hall and St Dunstan’s Church beyond.
By Train:
The nearest train station is Staplehurst and the hotel is approximately 15 minutes’ drive from the station. Staplehurst is on the Ashford International line and trains run regularly between Staplehurst train station and Charing Cross, London Bridge and Waterloo East.
By Car (from London and the M25 motorway):
- Exit the M25 at junction 3, following the signs on to the M20 motorway.
- Exit the M20 motorway at junction 6, following the signs towards Maidstone on to the A229.
- Continue on the A229 then follow signs to Cranbrook.
- The George Hotel and Brasserie is situated on the left of Stone Street, before the sharp left turn into the main high street.
By Car (from the A21):
- Exit the A21 at the junction signposted for Lamberhurst and Goudhurst.
- Follow signs to Goudhurst and continue on this road through the village.
- At the large roundabout take the 3rd exit, following the signs for the A229.
- Then follow the signs to Cranbrook.
- The George Hotel and Brasserie is situated on the left of Stone Street, before the sharp left turn into the main high street.
Parking:
Parking is available for guests’ use, free of charge. To locate the car park, follow the left-hand bend into the high street and turn left immediately into the narrow entrance.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation
