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Swallow Stone Court Hotel Maidstone
Rating : 3 Star
Address : 28 Lower Stone Street, Maidstone, United Kingdom
General Description for Swallow Stone Court Hotel Maidstone
Situated in the centre of the bustling town of Maidstone, the quaint Stone Court Hotel is a grade II listed building, six miles from Leeds Castle and 40 miles from London. The 16 guestrooms feature olde worlde decor, wooden floors and panelled walls, with antique-style furnishings and Persian rugs. All offer televisions, direct-dial phones, hair dryers and clock radios. Welcome amenities include complimentary half-bottles of wine, fruit baskets and slippers on arrival. The hotel offers a tea and coffee making facility. Diners can enjoy award-winning European cuisine with a modern twist, accompanied by fine wines, in the hotel's elegant Chambers restaurant. Guests can start the day with the hotel's breakfast services; order snacks and drinks from room service, and retire to the sophisticated Judges Lounge for nightcaps, freshly brewed coffee and a selection of liqueurs. Business travellers can meet in conference rooms, and make use of banquet facilities for formal functions. Guests with cars can take advantage of free onsite parking. Nearby attractions include the informative Charles Dickens Centre which is eight miles away, and the recently built neo-classical town of Calverley Park, 15 miles away. Gatwick Airport is 40 miles from the hotel, a 40-minute drive.
Overview for Swallow Stone Court Hotel Maidstone
This historic, Grade II listed building is home to the conveniently situated Stone Court hotel and its popular restaurant.
A short walk from the city centre, this Tudor hotel was converted in 1716 to serve as a residence for crown court judges. Re-trace their steps by relaxing in the comfortable rooms, and sipping port amid the oak beams and wood-panelling of the lounge bar. You can even add to the authenticity of the experience by booking a room with a four-poster bed. With a restaurant on-site, this is also an ideal place for conferences, weddings and other functions - a unique solution to any occasion.
Places of Interest for Swallow Stone Court Hotel Maidstone
- Maidstone Town Centre - next door - Leeds Castle - 6 miles (10 kilometres) - Charles Dickens Centre - 8 miles (13 kilometres) - Scotney Castle Garden - 13 miles (21 kilometres) - Calverley Park (Neo-classical town) - 15 miles (24 kilometres) - London - 40 miles (64 kilometres) - Chessington World of Adventures (Theme park) - 45 miles (72.5 miles)
Cancellation Policy for Swallow Stone Court Hotel Maidstone
Cancel by 14h00 day prior to arrival to avoid a penalty of the first night's stay
Checkin Time for Swallow Stone Court Hotel Maidstone
2:00 PM
Checkout Time for Swallow Stone Court Hotel Maidstone
11:00 AM
Location for Swallow Stone Court Hotel Maidstone
Maidstone and Rochester
Location Description for Swallow Stone Court Hotel Maidstone
Walking distance from Maidstone West, Maidstone East and Maidstone Barracks rail stations. 2 minutes walk from Maidstone Bus station
Accommodation for Swallow Stone Court Hotel Maidstone
Standard Single-One French bed. Television, direct-dial phone, hair dryer and clock radio. Tea and coffee facilities, and iron and ironing board. En-suite bathroom with shower.
Standard Twin/Double-One double or two twin beds. Television, direct-dial phone, hair dryer and clock radio. Tea and coffee facilities, and iron and ironing board. En-suite bathroom with shower.
How to reach for Swallow Stone Court Hotel Maidstone
The Gatwick Express train service runs to London Victoria Station. There is also a Thameslink service which runs to London King's Cross. The service also runs to East Croydon, London Bridge, Bedford, Brighton, London Blackfriars and London Farringdon stations. Connex runs train services to Watford Junction and Tonbridge. Flightlink coaches run to London Victoria Station and National Express coaches run to destinations nationwide; all depart from the ground floor of the South Terminal. Jetlink services, which run to Brighton, also depart from the ground floor of the South Terminal. The easiest way to get around Maidstone is by using the bus services. Alternatively, taxi cabs can be hailed in the street. Driving directions: From the airport follow the M23 to London. Look out for signs for Dover and turn off onto the M25. Continue straight and turn onto the M26 towards Maidstone. Continue on to the M20, turn off at junction six, and follow the A229 towards Hastings. At the dual carriageway turn into Palace Avenue. Twenty yards past the police station is an automatic white-and-red barrier; drive through the barrier into the first car park and follow the signs to the hotel parking lot.
Services for Swallow Stone Court Hotel Maidstone
Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Breakfast in the Room, Bridal Suite, Internet Services, Shoe Shine, Fax/Photocopying, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN
General Facilities for Swallow Stone Court Hotel Maidstone
Hotel Non-Smoking Throughout, 24 Hour Reception, Cots available, Wedding Licence, Car Parking Available On Site, Wi-Fi Available, Meeting Facilities, Restaurant, TV, Safety Deposit Box, Tea/Coffee making facilities in each room, Hairdryer in each room, Trouser press in each room, Iron And Board In Each Room, Telephone In Each Room, Limited Hours Room Service, Limited room service for hot food, Laundry/Valet Service, Wake Up Call Available, Interconnecting rooms available, Porter, Wi-Fi Available In Public Areas, Wi-Fi Available In Rooms, Private dining services, Lounge Menu, Bar, [Channels] News, Radio
Room Facilities for Swallow Stone Court Hotel Maidstone
Clock radio, Desk, Trouser press, Complimentary toiletries, Hair dryer, Private bathroom, Extra towels/bedding, Housekeeping, Direct-dial phone, Television, Coffee/tea maker, Iron/ironing board
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