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The Blazing Donkey, Sandwich

Hay Hill, Sandwich, Kent, CT14 0ED, UK
The Blazing Donkey, Sandwich The Blazing Donkey, Sandwich 01304 617362 Hay Hill Sandwich
96 out of 100% 6 votes
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Rosette
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  • Free Wifi
  • Accessible Rooms
  • Private Car Park
  • Pets Allowed
  • Family Friendly
  • Walk-in Showers
  • Golf in Local Area
  • Electric Car Charging Point

Experience the rustic and characteristic charm of the Blazing Donkey—a quintessential hotel with the ability to captivate the imagination and allow guests to unwind. Whether you opt for the cosy ground floor rooms within the converted stables or the romantic suites nestled in the main house, this idyllic rural retreat enveloped by the scenic Kent countryside is bound to make you reluctant to leave.

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Rooms & Facilities
Facilities: swipe to see more
  • Free Wifi
  • Accessible Rooms
  • Private Car Park
  • Pets Allowed
  • Family Friendly
  • Walk-in Showers
  • Golf in Local Area
  • Electric Car Charging Point

Number of Bedrooms: 22

Parking Spaces: 40

Steps into Hotel: 0

Check In Time: 3pm

Check Out Time: 10:30am

The Blazing Donkey Hotel in the village of Ham is quietly tucked away in the beautiful Kent countryside just a short distance from the ancient town of Sandwich. Easy reachable within an hour from London or the port of Dover allows for this country retreat to be the ideal choice when looking to escape to a peaceful and tranquil setting. The popular cathedral city of Canterbury and seaside towns of Margate, Broadstairs, Ramsgate and Deal are also within very easy reach of the Blazing Donkey Hotel.

At the Blazing Donkey, there is a choice of 22 bedrooms which are located across the retreat. Choose one of the cosy ground-floor rooms located within the converted stables or a romantic suite in the main house. No matter what room option you choose for your hotel break in Kent all rooms have LED TV's and tea/ coffee making facilities. The en-suites have baths with integral power showers. Fibre broadband is also available complimentary.

The AA Rosette awarded restaurant at the Blazing Donkey offers a place to relax in comfortable surroundings while indulging in the creative dishes served by the head chef and his team. Featuring scrub-top tables, flagstone, and wooden floors, the casual bar and barn dining room areas create an inviting and convivial atmosphere for dining. During the warmer months, the hotel's gardens and terrace offer an ideal setting for alfresco dining and enjoying beverages.

The Blazing Donkey offers great late deals and special offers on short breaks throughout the year. Book online today with My Hotel Break.

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Bedrooms

tick TV
tick Tea/Coffee
tick Toiletries
tick Room Service
tick Ground Floor Rooms
tick Spa Bath in Bedroom(s)
tick Wifi
tick Family Room for 5
tick Family Room for 3
tick Family Room for 4
tick Walk In Showers

The Blazing Donkey offers a selection of 22 bedrooms situated throughout the retreat. Opt for the snug ground-floor rooms in the converted stables or indulge in a romantic suite within the main house. Regardless of your chosen accommodation for your Kent hotel getaway, all rooms come equipped with LED TVs and tea/coffee making facilities. The en-suites feature baths with integrated power showers, and complimentary fibre broadband is also available.

Courtyard Stable - Double or Twin
Stable accommodation is all ground floor and features private parking directly outside the room leaving only a very short walk with your luggage.

All double/twin deluxe rooms have contract sealy divans and pocket sprung mattresses.

The room can be set up as a twin room with two single beds or a Double room with a Super King Double Bed.

All rooms have LED TV's and tea, coffee making facilities are offered. The en-suites have baths with integral power showers. Fibre broadband is complimentary.

Main House - Superior Four Poster Bridal Suite
This room is entered via its own private hallway/stairs.

The room enjoys views across the garden from its prominent first floor position. A superking size Elizabethan reproduction four poster bed takes pride of place in the centre of the room. Two extra large windows on each side provide great light and extra deep pile carpet provides an extra level of comfort under foot.

Tea & coffee making facilities are provided and bedside tables in the same style as the bed sit either side of the four poster. A wardrobe and dresser complete the pretty suite of reproduction furniture in this room. In room entertainment is a very large screen LED TV with full freeview channels. By arrangement a dining table and chairs can be put into this room for guests if required. The bathroom adjoins the main bedroom with a glazed entrance.

The bathroom features a two metre superkingsize bath with its own TV and dramatic walls and ceiling mirrored throughout. The bathroom is very spacious and has easy seating in it along with the sanitary equipment.

Main House - Junior Suite
This beautiful suite is served by its own hallway which links to the bedroom and separately to the bathroom.

The suite is 1st floor and has a large floor area carpeted throughout. A pretty, comfy bed takes pride of place in the centre of the room and has two bedside cabinets each with reading lights on either side.

The panoramic view from this first floor room is across the immaculately tended gardens. Tea and coffee facilities, two ways chairs, a desk and 48 inch large flat screen TV are all featured, The bed is kingsize and has a pocket sprung mattress for extra comfort.

Main House - Standard Double with Shower Ensuite
This double economy room is located on the first floor of the main house and overlooks surrounding countryside from an aspect window. The floor plan on this fully carpeted room is slightly less than the deluxe doubles. The room is served by its own hallway and has a walk-in shower en-suite, flat LCD TV, tea and coffee making families and free WIFI.

Courtyard Stable - Junior Family Suite
The family comfort room is the largest of any of the rooms at the Blazing Donkey with a large floor area.

The room is carpeted throughout and offers bath and integral power shower. A flat screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities and free wireless fibre broadband are available for guests. Sufficient towling is provided for all guests staying in this room.

This room has its own independent entrance with private courtyard parking space available right outside the room. This ground floor room has view across the surrounding countryside from two windows.

Courtyard Stable - Accessible Double Room
This accessible room is accessed by a step-free wheelchair friendly ramp and has wider doorways, raised WC and grab/convenience rails around the bath and WC. We recommend this room for wheelchair users or guests that might benefit from assistance rails in the bathroom.

Stable accommodation is all ground floor and features private parking directly outside the room leaving only a very short walk with your luggage.

All double/twin deluxe rooms have contract sealy divans and pocket sprung mattresses. The room can be set up as a twin or a double and extra Flat LED TV's and tea, coffee making facilities are offered.

The en-suites have baths with integral power showers. Fibre broadband is complimentary.

Bar & Restaurant

RESTAURANT
It really is all about the food at the Blazing Donkey. A lot of time is spent trying to get the best out of the ingredients. For the head chef and his team, it’s all about creating dishes that put a smile on your face served by a team with a smile on theirs! Unfussy, clean & simple dishes all prepared entirely from fresh local produce is what you may expect. In addition to baking all own breads, making own jams and ice creams, the kitchen team source virtually all their ingredients locally.

The menu contains winning local British dishes from fish and seafood from the Kent coast to Kent Lamb and locally soucced rib-eye steak and pork belly.

The wine list complements the food perfectly and consist of a range of beautiful red, whie and rose dinner accompaniments in addition to after dinner tipples.

BAR & PUB
The pub and bar at the Blazing Donkey is a characterful space for you to enjoy a drink before you make your way to dine. In the Winter enjoy the fireplaces and in the Summer the gardens and terrace are perfect for alfresco dining or drinking.

Location & Directions

Directions to the Blazing Donkey Hotel in Sandwich

The Blazing Donkey Hotel can be found just off the A256 in the village of Ham which is approximately 3 miles from the town of Sandwich

Nearest Train Station
Sandwich Railway Station - 3 miles

Notice Board

Hotel Notice Board

Accessibility
Although there is no lift within this property, there are 19 rooms available on the ground floor. 12 rooms have walk in showers. There is only 1 full disabled accessible room at the Blazing Donkey Hotel therefore we would advise to call to check availability of this room type prior to booking. 

Things to See and Do
tick Walking
tick Sailing
tick Cycling
tick Fishing
tick Wildlife Watching
tick Water Sports
tick Canoeing

The team at The Blazing Donkey delights in introducing guests to the wonders of the local area. Located just an hour from London, means that the Blazing Donkey’s surroundings naturally bring joy to every visitor. No matter the purpose of your trip, come and experience the enchantment and, most importantly, unwind amidst the beauty of the Kent countryside.

The enchanting cathedral city of Canterbury and the charming seaside towns of Margate, Broadstairs, Ramsgate, and Deal are also easily accessible from the hotel.

GOLF
The Blazing Donkey has been an Inn since 1763 but in 1995 its accommodation was officially opened by BBC golf legend and friend of the Blazing Donkey the late Peter Alliss. The hotel is only a “drive and a wedge” from Sandwich Bay, home to the wonderful links of Princes and its near neighbour Royal St. Georges.

Top things to see and do while staying at the Blazing Donkey Hotel near Sandwich

East Kent Railway
Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum
Fan Bay Deep Shelter
Dover Castle
Dover Sea Safari
Sandwich Wake & Aqua Park
Walmer Castle & Gardens
Bartons Point Coastal Park
Wingham Wildlife Parks
Howlet Wildlife Park

FAQ
Is this hotel Pet Friendly?
Dog are welcome at the Blazing Donkey Hotel. A supplement of £15 per dog per night applies. Dogs are allowed in the public areas but must be kept on leads
Does this hotel have accessible rooms?
Although there is no lift within this property, there are 19 rooms available on the ground floor. 12 rooms have walk in showers. There is only 1 full disabled accessible room at the Blazing Donkey Hotel therefore we would advise to call to check availability of this room type prior to booking.
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