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Cave Hotel and Golf Resort

Stay at Cave Hotel and Golf Resort, a 4.3-star hotel near Faversham offering free Wi-Fi, spa, golf course, and easy access to Canterbury and local attractions.

Brickfield Ln, Boughton-under-Blean, Faversham ME13 9AJ, United Kingdom View on map
8.6/10
Very Good Based on 883 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Paid breakfast Free parking Accessible Indoor pool
What recent guests emphasize

Comfort, attentive service, and excellent dining experiences

Guests appreciate the warm, professional staff and well-appointed rooms, with some noting a spa and golf-centric atmosphere perfect for relaxation and special occasions.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, accommodating, and personable front of house and restaurant staff who go above and beyond.
  • Comfortable, stylish rooms with plush beds described as very restful.
  • High-quality dining options, especially at the Firepit and Korean Cowgirl restaurants, with creative culinary dishes.
  • Relaxing spa facilities, including indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and in-room massages.
  • Well-maintained golf course appreciated by golf enthusiasts and casual players alike.

Worth knowing

  • Drinks, especially cocktails, can be considered pricey by some guests.
  • Some minor housekeeping oversights were noted but did not overshadow the overall experience.
  • No airport shuttle or business center is available, which may affect certain travelers.
  • Situated about a mile from the motorway and nearby gardens, with local attractions within reasonable driving distance.
  • Pet-friendly policy is appreciated by guests traveling with dogs.

Best for

  • Couples seeking a romantic or relaxing weekend getaway enhanced by spa and fine dining.
  • Golf lovers looking to enjoy an 18-hole course with a premium hotel experience.
  • Families looking for kid-friendly amenities and comfortable, accessible accommodations.
  • Travelers wanting a countryside retreat with easy access to local cultural sites and gardens.
  • Guests who value warm, personalized service and thoughtful attention to detail.
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About this property

Welcome to Cave Hotel and Golf Resort

Set in the peaceful countryside of Boughton-under-Blean near Faversham, Cave Hotel and Golf Resort offers airy, refined accommodations with an 18-hole golf course on site. The hotel features a spa, indoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, and two restaurants, catering to guests looking for a blend of relaxation and recreation. Facilities such as free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, and pet-friendly rooms provide practical comfort during the stay.

The location is convenient for travelers seeking access to nearby attractions and transport links. It sits about a mile from the M2 motorway and close to Mount Ephraim Gardens, while Whitstable’s dining and seafront lie roughly eight miles away. For those interested in local culture and history, Canterbury Cathedral, The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge, and St Augustine's Abbey offer notable nearby sightseeing options.

Guest feedback highlights the welcoming and attentive staff, who are often praised for personalized service and creating a friendly atmosphere. The dining experience receives particular commendation, with several reviews mentioning impressive culinary offerings and warm hospitality in the hotel’s restaurants. Some guests appreciate the hotel's suitability for romantic breaks, family visits, and golf enthusiasts alike.

While some comments point to higher prices for certain drinks and occasional minor issues, the overall rating of 4.3 from over 800 reviews suggests a consistently positive experience. This property is well suited for visitors looking for a countryside retreat with quality amenities and easy access to regional attractions.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Paid breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Indoor pool
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Room service
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Hot tub
Spa
Fitness center
Golf course
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Business center
Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

MA
Mia Anthony Apr 09, 2026
10

We had a lovely stay here! Alex (the front of house) was so accommodating and even offered us complimentary late check out the head chef at the fire pit restaurant came out to us after our meal and asked how we thought it was, we had a good chat which was really nice. Spa was amazing and rooms were beautiful too.. I can’t wait for our next stay here!

AC
Abby Chilvers Mar 13, 2026
8.0

Lovely romantic break with hubby. Started with brilliant front of house staff Alex and Ashley. Could not do enough to make us feel welcome and their bubbly yet professional attitude continued throughout our stay. Rooms are lovely and beds are like sleeping on clouds. Had dinner at the Firepit. Very impressive, again the staff and their lovely warm personalities made the meal. Extremely clever culinary dishes. Particularly impressed with the complimentary pork soup and the Apple ice. Only points to not there were a couple of small maintenance issues with firepits throughout the hotel not working fully and flashing throughout out swim and meal. Also not enough loungers in the spa. Neither point would prevent us booking again.

CT
Conrad Thompson Feb 25, 2026
10

Wow what more can i say about the cave,,ive stayed in 5 star hotels in london especially the savoy this mirrors a 5 star hotel experience..it was a special occassion for myself and my partner he is golf mad and loved the round of golf he played so much with a gentleman that plays on the course every week,, The staff where amazing at a last minute decision myself and my partner wanted to go to Canterbury for the evening and asked for a taxi and they arranged one to take us and bring us back to the hotel..the front of house staff respected us acknowledged us and were very helpful nothing was a problem.One member of staff who was so much fun was Johnny he was such a kind hearted helpful member of the team, we ate in both restuarants and again the food and service was outstsnding. Regards to all at the cave for making us very welcome and our stay truly amazing.

BM
Brogan Mann Feb 24, 2026
8.0

We had a wonderful stay at The Cave and thoroughly enjoyed our visit. The food and drinks were delicious, the bed was insanely comfortable, and the overall experience was very relaxing. The staff were very welcoming and friendly! Loved the decor and overall vibe. We also loved being able to enjoy drinks in the spa. My only small complaints were the drinks were a little overpriced, two cocktails plus service tax came to £33. We also did notice some discarded pieces of gum by the pool, which wasn’t very pleasant. And like other reviews, the spa is pretty small. Maybe a booking slot system would help overcrowding? Regardless of that we loved it here and would definitely return!

KT
karen thompson Feb 20, 2026
10

Wow!!! ..what a beautiful place ..my son had his birthday here the food was outstanding Benjamin went out of his way as I'm very fussy no problems at all. Brandon and the lovely young ladies that served us were truly amazing.we then went to the Korean cowgirl part where my son had his birthday cake the staff are just brilliant Alex Chloe and the bar staff in fact all who served us and made my son's birthday special a massive thank you!! I work with nurses who have said positive comments about this place and I can see why ...well done the cave !!!! ..

PK
Punam Kaur Feb 18, 2026
10

This hotel was such a nice break for us! 10/10 experience. The spa was amazing and so relaxing, staff at reception (Alex) and cleaners were so friendly. Food at the fire pit restaurant was incredible and lovely atmosphere. Definitely recommend the in room massages- Sarah and holly were phenomenal, will be coming back soon!

BT
Brooke Tolson Feb 16, 2026
10

Honestly one of the nicest hotels I have ever been too. The staff were so lovely and was such a personal service, when we came in we felt extremely welcomed and was checked in early. The room for stunning and lived up to all expectations we used the pool with tablets to order drinks the steam room and sauna was extremely nice having late access to the pool was so nice and was an extremely relaxing and private area. We also had a meal at the Korean cowgirl restaurant and had a lovely meal with incredible service. I would love to thank the room service and around care for our needs with breakfast in bed and and immediate room service. It was an extremely nice overnight getaway for my boyfriend’s birthday with personal touches of handwritten chocolate. Thankyou, so much to the team for giving us the perfect night.

LD
Lucy Dickinson Dec 29, 2025
10

⸻ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We’ve just come back from another fantastic 3-night stay at The Cave for our anniversary — it’s become a yearly tradition for us, and every visit just gets better! The food was absolutely top-notch as always, and having room service felt like such a treat. Our dog was made to feel so welcome too, which really means a lot to us. The golf course is brilliant, and there’s such a great choice of restaurants — the Sunday roast especially was incredible. A special mention has to go to Johnny on reception — he was absolutely outstanding. His customer service was exceptional, and he went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. He’s such a credit to the team — friendly, professional, and genuinely fun to chat to. We felt so comfortable knowing we could ask him for anything and he’d make it happen. Can’t wait to come back again next month — thank you for another amazing stay!

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Cave Hotel and Golf Resort

Faversham, United Kingdom

Surrounded by countryside, this polished hotel is 1 mile from both the M2 motorway and Mount Ephraim Gardens. It’s also 8 miles from the dining and seafront in Whitstable.

  • Heathrow Airport 1 hr 31 Car · 2 hr 21 Transit
  • London Gatwick Airport 1 hr 9 Car · 2 hr 42 Transit
  • London Stansted Airport 1 hr 21 Car · 2 hr 42 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in United Kingdom. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Canterbury Cathedral 14,427 reviews

Canterbury Cathedral

Cathedral House, 11 The Precincts, Canterbury CT1 2EH, United Kingdom

4.6 · Cathedral
St Augustine's Abbey 1,263 reviews

St Augustine's Abbey

Longport, Canterbury CT1 1PF, United Kingdom

4.4 · Historical Landmark
The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge 288 reviews

The Beaney House of Art & Knowledge

18 High St, Canterbury CT1 2RA, United Kingdom

4.6 · Museum
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