Inner Dowsing Lightship
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Inner Dowsing Lightship
Boat
Medway Bridge Marina, Manor Lane, Rochester, Kent, ME1 3HS, United Kingdom
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With a stay at Inner Dowsing Lightship in Rochester, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Dickens' Swiss Chalet and The Vines Park. This bed & breakfast is 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from Bluewater Shopping Centre and 13.7 mi (22 km) from Leeds Castle.Show More
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Highlights
Free parking
Delicious breakfast
Excellent service
Sparkling clean
Ideal locationAmenities
Public parkingFree
Wi-Fi in public areas
Korean
No smoking in public areas
Clothes dryer
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Property Description
With a stay at Inner Dowsing Lightship in Rochester, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Dickens' Swiss Chalet and The Vines Park. This bed & breakfast is 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from Bluewater Shopping Centre and 13.7 mi (22 km) from Leeds Castle.
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4.6/5
GreatCleanliness4.6
Amenities4.6
Location4.6
Service4.6
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Surroundings
Airport: London City Airport
(49.7 km)
Airport: London Southend Airport
(66.9 km)
Train: Chatham Railway Station
(4.3 km)
Train: Maidstone East Railway Station
(13.3 km)
Landmarks: Baty's Marsh
(180m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
4
Double Room With Private Bathroom
1 king bed
Has window
Private bathroom
Electric fan
Heating
Electric kettle
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Standard Double Room
1 king bed
Has window
Private bathroom
Wi-Fi in room
Heating
Electric kettle
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3
Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Marina View
1 king bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Wi-Fi in room
Tea bags
Electric fan
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2
Double Room-King-Ensuite With Shower-Marina View
1 king bed
Has window
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2
Classic Double Room, Ensuite, Marina View
1 king bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Wi-Fi in room
Tea bags
Electric fan
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Guest Reviews
4.6/5
Great
19 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.6
- Amenities4.6
- Location4.6
- Service4.6
Average for similar properties in Rochester
AI Summary
Guests appreciate the comfortable rooms and friendly hosts. The cleanliness is consistently praised. The breakfast receives high praise for its deliciousness and abundance. Some enjoy the view of the river.
Guest User
March 8, 2025
We stayed here for one night this week, a very quirky place to stay overlooking the Medway, absolutely beautiful sunrise in the morning. Warm and cosy and a comfy bed, I’ve taken off one star as it’s not clear there is no breakfast included and I think it’s overpriced without anything offered and when you read other reviews they say how good the breakfast is so I was a bit disappointed but we found somewhere by the cathedral that was delicious 😋. I probably wouldn’t stay here again but it was a good stay. Be aware that although it says free parking you have to park in a car park for the marina and then you have a 5 minute walk and very steep steps upto your room, unfortunately I had a bad knee so was a bit difficult but I managed it.
Angela
March 7, 2025
Very cosy and warm, steep steps up to room and parking a few minutes walk away. A wonderful view to wake up to overlooking the river Medway. No breakfast inc and it’s not clear reading the other reviews, I think it’s overpriced without breakfast. We enjoyed our stay but I wouldn’t stay here again unfortunately. If you are a light sleeper noisy traffic in the background also. The host was friendly.
Alvyn
November 25, 2024
The property is very different to a hotel I would say quirky very unique being the last wooden hull lightship remaining
Very friendly owners who live on board warm and cosy when blowing a gale as it did when we stayed
Difficult to find in the dark needs more signage to direct you
P
October 25, 2024
A Delightful find
Very helpful check in.Good breakfast in an interesting location.A piece of history.Close to a good local pub and a nice walk into town
Judith
October 1, 2024
The owners were very welcoming and the boat was a lovely experience that we hope to repeat in the near future. Breakfast was delicious and served with a happy smile.
Tina
September 18, 2023
Feel of the Med on the Medway 😎
What a treat staying on a boat! Well worth it. So glad we chose this place. At a marina so a little out of the way. Lovely food at The White Horse Borstal. Hope to return. Need to have reasonable mobility because of steps and hill up to the pub.
Jeremy and family were great hosts. We hope to return soon. Thanks for your hospitality. The breakfast was superb.
Thorsten
August 8, 2024
Außergewöhnlich, mal was anderes...
Eine Nacht auf dem Schiff im Hafen ist mal was anderes. Zwei Zimmer stehen zur Buchung zur Verfügung, davon ein Familienzimmer mit einem Hochbett. Zimmer und Bad sind liebevoll eingerichtet. Frühstück gibt es unter Deck, im warmen Sommer sicherlich auch auf Deck. Gastgeben leben selbst auf dem Schiff und sind sehr freundlich und nett. Gesicherter Parkplatz auf dem Hafengelände ist fussläufig zu erreichen. Der Ort Rochester ist per zu Fuß oder per Auto (schneller) zu erreichen. Gerne wieder...
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Terence
July 23, 2024
Unique place
Unique place to stay. Owners were both very friendly and helpful.
Breakfast was very good.
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Public parking
Free
Wi-Fi in public areas
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Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not possible
Public parking
Free
Languages Spoken
Korean
Public Areas
No smoking in public areas
Cleaning Services
Clothes dryer
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–22:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Child Policies
Children aged 1 and above are welcome at this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs 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
TypeWestern, Continental
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 2
With a stay at Inner Dowsing Lightship in Rochester, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Dickens' Swiss Chalet and The Vines Park. This bed & breakfast is 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from Bluewater Shopping Centre and 13.7 mi (22 km) from Leeds Castle.
Free self parking is available onsite.
Stay in one of 2 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Free self parking is available onsite.
Stay in one of 2 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided on request.