Hotels in Margate

Sun, sea and sand – it’s easy to see why family holidays in Margate are so popular all year round. Whether you’re enjoying days out with the kids at top Margate activities like Dreamland theme park, getting a taste of local culture with a tour of the Turner Contemporary, or relaxing on some of the best beaches in Kent, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Margate to keep the whole family entertained. Plus, with our famous Hypnos beds, great-value Meal Deals and free Wi-Fi available at all our Margate hotels, all you have to do is sit back and rest easy throughout your stay.

Take a look at our hotels in Ramsgate and our hotels in Whitstable.

Make your next UK short break a little longer by exploring other places like Margate nearby. Our Ramsgate hotel is just a 20-minute drive away and close to top attractions like Ramsgate Main Sands Beach. Or why not enjoy romantic breaks in Whitstable near Tankerton Beach?

Visit top cultural attractions in Kent 

Margate is alive with culture, so you’ll have plenty of exciting activities in Margate throughout your stay. Explore the mysterious Shell Grotto – one of the most popular places to visit in Margate – before seeing the latest exhibitions at the Turner Contemporary. Plus, bargain-hunters and couples alike will love laid-back days out in Margate Old Town and The Old Kent Market.

Sit back and relax on a beach

One of Margate’s top attractions has to be Margate Main Sands Beach – whether you’re sunbathing on the golden sands or enjoying days out with the kids, it’s a must-visit on Margate holidays. If you’re looking for other sandy beaches near Margate, then scenic spots like Botany Bay and Joss Bay are only a short drive from Margate town centre.

Enjoy family activities in Margate

It’s easy to see why families love short breaks in Margate. Whether you’re enjoying the rides and amusements at the popular Dreamland theme park, playing adventure golf by the seafront or going for a swim at the Walpole Bay Tidal Pool, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to exciting things to do with the kids in Margate. 

The Open, sometimes known as The British Open, will be held at the Royal St George's Golf Club in 2021. It’s the 149^th championship event, and The 2021 Open will mark the 15^th time this major golf event is held in Sandwich.

If you’re looking for places to stay for The Open 2021, our great-value Premier Inn Margate hotel is only a 30-minute drive away from The Royal St George's Golf Club in Sandwich, where the championship event is taking place. Other hotels near The British Open include our Premier Inn Ramsgate (Manston Airport) hotel and our Premier Inn Dover East hotel.

With our flexible booking rates, great-value hotels and luxurious Hypnos beds in every room, our Premier Inn hotels are ideal if you have tickets to The Open golf event in 2021. Our Premier Inn Margate hotel is just a short drive away from the venue in Sandwich and offers free on-site parking. Alternatively, if you’re planning on using public transport, we’re only a five-minute walk away from Margate train station.

Margate train station is in the heart of Margate’s town centre, just a five-minute drive from Turner Contemporary. Other train stations near Margate include Westgate-on-Sea train station and Broadstairs train station, both just a 10-minute drive from the town centre, so getting around Margate couldn’t be easier.

Margate Beach is one of the top attractions in this popular seaside resort, and you’ll find it just a short walk away from Dreamland and Margate Clocktower. With its long stretch of sand, nearby amusements and an exciting tidal swimming pool to enjoy, this popular spot is ideal for enjoying family activities in Margate. Plus, you’ll have other beaches near Margate close by, too, like Joss Bay and Herne Bay Beach.

Looking for sandy beaches in Kent? You’ll find plenty to explore near our hotels in Margate. As well as the popular Margate Main Sands Beach, there’s other sandy, family-friendly beaches just a short drive away from Margate town centre – Palm Bay is one of the most popular dog-friendly beaches near Sussex, and picturesque, Blue Flag winning Botany Bay beach is a must-visit for scenery-lovers.

There are around 10 beaches near Margate for you to visit throughout your next family holiday. Margate Beach is the most central to the town centre, but you’ll only be a short drive away from popular UK beaches like Palm Bay, Westbrook Bay, Fulsam Rock Beach, Joss Bay and more.

When you’re looking for family restaurants in Margate, we’ve got you covered. Enjoy great-value meals and friendly service at our Promenade Brewers Fayre near Margate train station, or why not head to our Smugglers Retreat Table Table just a 15-minute drive away? 

From Margate festivals to local pubs, there’s plenty of fun things to do in the evenings with Margate’s bustling nightlife. Catch live shows at top venues in Margate like the Winter Gardens before enjoying a drink back at one of our bars.

You’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to family days out in Margate. From rollercoasters to the Scenic Railway, don’t miss out on enjoying the rides and amusements at Dreamland theme park – one of the top attractions in Margate – and the Hornby Visitor Centre is another popular place to visit with the kids. Plus, holidays in Margate wouldn’t be complete without visiting the Shell Grotto.

Whatever the weather in Margate, you’ll find plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy at the popular seaside resort in the UK. Soak up the coastal scenery on Margate bike tours, enjoy family activities like a round at Strokes Adventure Golf, and bargain-hunters won’t want to miss shopping in Margate at The Old Kent Market near Margate Harbour Arm.

Whether you’re exploring top museums and galleries in Kent like the Turner Contemporary or finding fun things to do with the kids at top attractions like Bugsy’s Bowling, there’s plenty of indoor activities to enjoy near our hotels in Margate. Plus, if you’re planning a spa weekend in Margate, this resort town has some relaxing spas to choose from.