Pub of the Week: The Marine Hotel, Whitstable

Boasting a unique seaside location with breathtaking views, The Marine Hotel in Tankerton, Whitstable is the perfect choice for drinks, dining or a luxurious weekend break.

With the beach literally on the doorstep, there’s no better place for a coastal Kent getaway.

The Marine Hotel has 30 boutique bedrooms, with more than half offering sea views and many with private balconies. It is the perfect base for exploring Whitstable, home of the annual Oyster Festival and famed for its fish market, boutique shops and art galleries. Also close by are the beaches of Herne Bay, Ramsgate and Broadstairs and the historic city of Canterbury.

Relax in the stylish bar and lounge, gazing out to sea while sampling the hotel’s extensive range of beers, wines and spirits. Local beers Master Brew Kentish Ale, Whitstable Bay Pale Ale, Whitstable Bay Blonde Lager, Midnight Sun Ale and Five Grain Lager are currently being poured, along with international lagers San Miguel and Oranjeboom, and Orchard View Apple Cider.

You’ll be spoilt for choice with the hotel’s delicious bar menu, available every day from 12 noon to 9.30pm, featuring a wide range of snacks and classic main meals. There is also a coffee lounge serving homemade cakes and a wide range of hot drinks. And brunch is served from 7am to 11.30am Monday to Saturday, and from 8am to 11.30am on Sunday.

Or why not treat yourself to an extra special meal in the hotel’s restaurant, boasting panoramic sea views? It serves an á la carte menu using the finest local produce, unsurprisingly with an emphasis on seafood. It is open from 12 noon to 2.30pm and 6pm to 9.30pm Monday to Saturday and 12 noon to 9.30pm on Sunday.

The Marine Hotel is also one of the most sought-after wedding venues in the town, due to its fantastic seaside location which offers a memorable backdrop for wedding day photography. As a licensed wedding venue, The Marine can offer couples a complete package for their big day, including the choice of three stylish function rooms: the Ballroom which accommodates up to 150 guests, the Galley Suite, suitable for up to 80 people and the Lounge, up to 50. And if you choose The Marine Hotel for your special day, or another private or corporate event, their dedicated events team will ensure that it is planned to perfection.

To find out more about tying the knot by the seaside, don’t miss the Marine Hotel’s Wedding Fair from 10am to 2.30pm on Sunday, September 23.

For more information visit the hotel's website or call 01227 272672.