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Bell Hotel

4.3(1,025)
Hotel

About

The Bell Hotel is a grand Edwardian venue overlooking the River Stour in Sandwich, blending historic charm with modern comfort. Its stylish bar and brasserie offer a vibrant setting for business lunches or relaxed client dinners, complemented by an alfresco terrace and elegant dining spaces.

With 37 boutique bedrooms featuring roll-top baths and four-poster beds, the hotel supports multi-night stays alongside event hosting. Function rooms provide versatile options for meetings and small gatherings, making The Bell a distinctive choice for corporate events in a riverside setting.

Best for

  • Riverside client dinners with classic British fare
  • Small team offsites in historic Edwardian setting
  • Multi-night stays near Royal Cinque Ports golf courses

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Refurbished Edwardian hotel with period features
Historic Architecture
Refurbished Edwardian hotel with period features
The Bell Hotel is housed in a grand Edwardian building featuring large fireplaces, high ceilings, and beautiful windows, offering a distinctive historic ambiance for business events.
Dining with views over the River Stour
Riverside Setting
Dining with views over the River Stour
The venue includes a vibrant bar and dining area with an alfresco terrace overlooking the River Stour, providing a scenic backdrop that enhances the event atmosphere.
37 en suite boutique bedrooms with luxury touches
Boutique Accommodations
37 en suite boutique bedrooms with luxury touches
Guestrooms feature elegant decor with special touches like roll-top baths and four-poster beds, suitable for multi-night business stays in central Sandwich.

At a glance

Rated 4.3 on Google · 1,025 reviews