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Ship & Trades

4.0 star property
Riverfront inn with free breakfast and restaurant

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Front of property
Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar

Room options

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Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 111 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 111 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
Maritime Way, Chatham Maritime, Chatham, England, ME4 3ER

What's nearby

  • Historic Dockyard Chatham - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Upnor Castle - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Rochester Cathedral - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Rochester Castle - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Diggerland - 8 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • Chatham Station - 5 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nando's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shepherd Neame - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ship & Trades

Upscale inn by the river
You can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden at Ship & Trades. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • ATM/banking services, smoke-free property and a lift
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Ship & Trades offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Property Registration Number Yes

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

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Ship Trades Chatham
Ship Trades Inn
Ship Trades Inn Chatham
Ship & Trades Chatham, Kent, UK
The Ship & Trades Hotel Chatham
The Ship And Trades
Ship & Trades Chatham Kent UK
Ship & Trades Inn
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Ship & Trades Inn Chatham

Frequently asked questions

Is Ship & Trades pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ship & Trades?

As of 7 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ship & Trades on 8 Mar 2025 start from AU$234.02, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Ship & Trades?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ship & Trades?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ship & Trades?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Ship & Trades located?

Situated on a river, this inn is within 1 mile (2 km) of Historic Dockyard Chatham and Fort Amherst. The Strand Leisure Park and Central Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Ship & Trades Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 317 out of 622 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 622 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 622 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 622 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 622 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Excellent stay, room clean and well decorated very comfortable, very powerful shower, staff very friendly and professional, don’t let the appearance from the outside put you off, only had the breakfast but it was excellent. Great view over the harbour,In all good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Unfortunately our stay was badly affected by the restaurant being closed on arrival. We turned up at 8.03pm after a 3hr drive and was told the kitchen shut at 8pm. Felt this was very poor and they could have shown us a little more empathy. I would be more understanding had the restaurant times be detailed on any of our booking correspondence or on the hotel advert (the breakfast times are detailed). If that had been the case, we would have know and stopped to eat on the way. It's a shame as it's usually a good restaurant. This could have been very easily avoided and ruined our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Lovely hotel with great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Lovely two night stay
Check in was great, staff checked cars into the parking system for the duration of the stay, food was excellent, room was clean, the staff were all great, lots of choice of eating establishments, but I wouldn't have wanted to have missed out on an evening meal here either
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Louisa

Great place to stay
Really nice pub and hotel. Good was excellent!! We stayed on the weekend so it was about loud (not their fault) but customers were very loud and shouting outside. Would definitely stay again when in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Lovely stay if visiting dockyard
Nice cosy room and big bath. Nice to have bar and restaurant on site. Walking distance to shopping and the historic dockyard. Friendly staff. Free parking. Nicer to be overlooking the marina than the dockyard where other hotel is situated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Julia

Great place to stay near to Chatham docks and surrounding areas. Staff very helpful and friendly, nice room and great food. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Enjoyed our stay, breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Helena

It was suitable for what we needed, room was clean and well equipped, restaurant and pub was nice overlooking water and good food. Not much in the area itself.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lora

Always pleasure to stay here and recommend this place to clients
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Good size room with balcony. Comfortable and clean. Good choice of breakfast. Staff very helpful and friendly. Near bus stops and shopping Centre. 15 Minute walk to Historic Dockyards.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

It was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Was excellent place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Helen

Lovely setting, nice room, communal areas bit tired around edges, staff friendly. Great Eggs Royale for breakfast…
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

We had a good overnight stay and meal in restaurant. Only issue was lack of plug sockets by the mirror to dry hair, and lighting could have been a bit brighter
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

GARY

Situated in such a historic area it sits well on the location. Retains many original features
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Bed really comfy but the pillows let them down as they were lumpy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property desperately needs fresh paint on walls and doors and carpets cleaned. The public areas felt really dirty. It is a tiny hotel lobby and at entrance to bar and restaurant with considerable foot traffic but owners need to make a greater effort to keep it clean and fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great stay
I go regularly and the stay is always great. The food is great, the only thing that wish is the breakfast starts earlier as they start at 7.30, so it can be a rush to eat and go, overall fantastic stay and will go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

We had a lovely stay! The room was great, and the food was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Excellent gem inside
From the outside this hotel doesn’t look great but what a fabulous surprise when you step inside. Fabulous bar and restaurant. Good sized rooms and comfortable stay. Will definitely return
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Disappointed
Bit disappointed after excellent reviews. Maybe Saturday night is not good. Given room next to staff area and could hear noises in our room during the night. Shower was scalding hot so perhaps a warning needed. Waited 45 minutes in restaurant for our food in the evening. Staff seemed pre-occupied and surprised to see us at breakfast. Food good and excellent service from two young people serving at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Staff in hotel were great hotels.com customer service needs some work!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Great hotel and very help staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023