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ABODE CANTERBURY CHILSTON PARK
of understanding and appreciation, which means any requirements will be dealt with calmly and seamlessly. For visitors requiring accessible accommodation, Chilston Park provides thoughtfully designed rooms that maintain the hotel’ s sophistication. The spacious rooms offer a fully adapted bathroom, step-free access and wider doors to ensure a relaxing and comfortable stay.
Beyond your room, the grandeur continues. The picturesque 22-acre estate, with its lakes, woodland walks and tranquil gardens invites guests to leisurely explore, with accessible paths and resting spots to gather thoughts and admire the scenery. The hotel’ s restaurants include Culpeper’ s, led by head chef Ali Altuntas who champions local ingredients on his vibrant modern British menu, and The Marble Lounge, a step-free option for a chilled glass of Champagne or a fresh coffee with a scrumptious afternoon tea.
For Family Fun: Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve, Hythe aspinallfoundation. org / port-lympne
Imagine waking up and opening the doors to find you are nestled in a wild animal reserve, watching over the rhino paddocks and beautiful far-reaching views. For the full family experience, the fully adapted Tree House allows each party member to relax at their leisure. With two bedrooms, these ground-floor accommodations are positioned amongst the trees, allowing superb wheelchair access. Included in your stay is the use of a golf buggy should this be an easier way to get around the reserve.
Join the accessible safari truck for an adventure through South America, Asia and Africa where you’ ll spot bears, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, camels and more. Home to over 900 rare and endangered animals, your break will be packed to the brim with accessible exploration; Port Lympne recognises that areas of the 600-acre site have steep inclines, so they offer bookable wheelchairs, or you can request accessible minibus assistance.
Although the Tree House is a self-catering accommodation with an accessible kitchen, if dining in style is in order, The Garden Room Restaurant & Bar offers a modern twist on classic dishes packed with flavour using homegrown ingredients, and Babydoll’ s Wood-Fired Pizza restaurant offers authentic Italian cooking in an informal family-friendly setting. All of the reserve’ s restaurants are accessible both for access and toilets.
For Artistic Flair: No. 42 by Guesthouse, Margate guesthousehotels. co. uk / no-42-margate
If you’ re seeking coastal luxury with impeccable accessibility, No. 42, Margate is the epitome of elegance. Overlooking Margate’ s sandy beach, this boutique fourstar hotel oozes contemporary sophistication with classic seaside charm, offering you a sanctuary to unwind in while immersing yourselves in the vibrant local cultural scene. The accessible room at No. 42 does not compromise on style, featuring a fully accessible wet room and spacious layout, ensuring every guest receives the same level of comfort.
Devoted to respecting what thrives in the Kentish land and the nearby North Sea, Pearly Cow is the hotel’ s accessible on-site concept restaurant that serves classics, interpretations, sharing dishes and divine desserts, while The Lounge Bar offers a more relaxed atmosphere alongside a tempting menu of tasty food, all within the easy-toaccess bar with accessible toilets nearby.
Nearby, the internationally renowned Turner Contemporary gallery is a short distance away, showcasing contemporary and historical art. As a fully accessible venue, everywhere is inclusive. Thoughtfully stocked sensory and gallery bags are equipped with various tools to help you unlock your curiosity while responding to the artwork and exhibits of well-known artists. It is a genuinely welcoming experience where bookable audio tours for visually impaired visitors allow everyone to soak up the culture.
For City Vibes: ABode Hotel, Canterbury hotelsone. com
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