The Old Alma
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The Old Alma

Bed and breakfast
Canterbury Rd, Ashford, Kent CT4 8DX, United Kingdom
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Located in Ashford, The Old Alma is in a national park, a 1-minute drive from Kent Downs and 6 minutes from Wye National Nature Reserve. This bed & breakfast is 5 mi (8.1 km) from AMF Bowling Ashford and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from St Mary The Virgin Church.Show More
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Amenities
ParkingFree
Luggage Storage
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
English
No Smoking in Public Areas
Garden
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Property Description
Located in Ashford, The Old Alma is in a national park, a 1-minute drive from Kent Downs and 6 minutes from Wye National Nature Reserve. This bed & breakfast is 5 mi (8.1 km) from AMF Bowling Ashford and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from St Mary The Virgin Church.
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3.5/5
Cleanliness3.5
Amenities3.5
Location3.5
Service3.5
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Surroundings
Airport: London Southend Airport
(108.4 km)
Train: Canterbury East
(8.5 km)
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King-Size Room

King-Size Room

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Wi-Fi in room
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Twin Room
4

Twin Room

2 Single bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
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Double Room (5)

Double Room (5)

1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
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Basic Triple Room

Basic Triple Room

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
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Double Room (3)
3

Double Room (3)

1 Double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
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3.5/5
25 reviews
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  • Cleanliness3.5
  • Amenities3.5
  • Location3.5
  • Service3.5
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AI Summary
The property impresses with its clean, spacious rooms and convenient location near transport links. Guests appreciate the comfortable beds and commendable service from the friendly staff.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
May 19, 2022
Fantastic service. Quaint rooms, comfortable beds and great breakfast. Owners went out of their way to get vegetarian alternatives, and were generally very welcoming and friendly. Affordable and close proximity to Canterbury City, would 100% recommend to everyone. Also a gorgeous dog on site!
M‍i‍c‍h‍e‍l‍l‍e
May 16, 2023
Pleasant stay at the Old Alma Had a very pleasant stay, staff very friendly. Room was very clean and the bed very comfortable. A delicious full breakfast was served. Need to ring the bell to gain entry upon arrival as there is no reception desk.
A‍l‍a‍s‍t‍a‍i‍r
September 25, 2023
Great one night stay Had a very warm welcome, great night's sleep and a lovely breakfast in the morning. We are regularly visiting Canterbury as our daughter is at Uni there, and we'll definitely stay again.
N‍i‍c‍h‍o‍l‍a‍s
August 23, 2024
Really weird.
S‍a‍c‍h‍i‍n‍ ‍D‍a‍y‍a‍b‍h‍a‍i
August 14, 2024
Pets friendly, owner is welcoming, parking facility is very convenient.
R‍5‍0‍3‍8‍A‍M‍m‍i‍k‍e‍p
July 28, 2024
I have never stayed in a worse place in my life! It is hard to find anything that l could compliment! They keep dangerous dogs who attacked our two small terriers on 2 occasions over a 1 night stay! The room was horrid, the shower didn’t work, there was neither air conditioning nor a fan to help with the overpowering heat of the day! The room faced out directly onto a main road with traffic passing constantly. Therefore, with no other option we had to keep the window open for ventilation and had no sleep whatsoever. The room was very small with not even space for a chair to sit on. The toilet would not flush! Mr MacNamara the owner was an extremely obtuse character who appeared to be indifferent to the fact that his dogs were out of control. He also tried to charge us £ 60 for allowing our dogs to stay, which he quickly reduced to £40 when my wife protested! Having had the utter temerity to complain about this sham of a place, our room key suddenly disappeared! How could that happen when we had at no point taken it with us?? Of course he then charged us an extra £70 for a replacement. Breakfast was a joke! I have had better at transport cafés. He certainly knows how to charge for abysmal service. Take my advice and look through the litany of other reviews before you book. It may well save you big problems.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 29, 2024
Literally the worst hotel I’ve ever stayed in, absolutely stinks of stale cigarette smoke. Two massive barking dogs. Dirty room. Shower inadequate. Hosts rude. Breakfast was just thrown in front of you, no options just given a full English. Not asked for any allergies or dietary requirements etc.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 7, 2024
The owners are alcoholic lunatics. The female wanted my fiance! The man accused us of stealing!! What we were never sure !! No hit water. Dogs that we were told "will rip our cat apart". Breakfast was delivered in, god forbid should the female get her hands dirty!! Awful at £100 a night. Demanded a refund as he had stolen some things from us ie firestick 😡🤬

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Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–21:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cots and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.

Breakfast
Breakfast is available at the hotel. Please contact the hotel for details.
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.

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Property Description

  • Number of Rooms: 5
Located in Ashford, The Old Alma is in a national park, a 1-minute drive from Kent Downs and 6 minutes from Wye National Nature Reserve. This bed & breakfast is 5 mi (8.1 km) from AMF Bowling Ashford and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from St Mary The Virgin Church.

Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.

A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9 AM and on weekends from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Free self parking is available onsite.

Stay in one of 5 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with bathtubs or showers are provided. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Frequently Asked Questions

What times are The Old Alma check-in and check-out?

The Old Alma check-in time is 14:00 and the check-out time is 11:00.

What is The Old Alma cancellation policy?

The cancellation policy for The Old Alma varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Alma?

Prices at The Old Alma change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. Please search for the dates you wish to stay to view prices.

What is the cloest airport from The Old Alma?

The closest airport is London Southend Airport, and it is about 1 hour 26 mins from hotel by car (108.4 km).

How to get a receipt?

The receipts are issued differently depending on the payment method you use. If you use "Prepayment", you can get an electronic receipt from the booking details page. If you wish to pay at hotel, please inform the front desk staff when you check out.

What are The Old Alma nearby landmarks?

The Old Alma locates at the center of Ashford. The nearby landmarks include Chilham Recreation Ground and Sports Centre, and it is 550m from your search (straight-line distance).

About This Property

Nearest AirportLondon Southend Airport
Distance to Airport108.36KM
Nearest Train StationCanterbury East
Distance to Train Station8.52KM
Average Price FromCAD177
Hotel Star Rating3