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Classic British - Hythe Imperial

Princes Parade, Hythe, England, CT21 6AE
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About us

The Hythe Imperial has stood at the heart of the beautiful seaside town for hundreds of years. Our hotel has undergone constant development and improvement over the years and the experience today is like nothing else in Kent. A Warm Welcome From The Hythe Imperial Hotel Situated on Kent’s coastline, we are a 4-star independently owned hotel in Hythe. A Victorian building steeped in elegance and beauty, with history dating back to 1880. We have 92 individually decorated bedrooms with no 2 suites looking the same, but all offering contemporary luxury. We have 1 restaurant on-site, our award-winning AA Rosette Coast Restaurant on the ground floor. We have 4 fantastic range of function rooms available to hire, perfectly equipped for meetings, conferences, special occasions and weddings too, here at the Hythe Imperial.

Venue Details

ChainClassic British Hotels
BrandClassic British Hotels
Built1880
Renovated2017
Total meeting space4,240 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms92
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

AA Hotel Services

Awards

Industry awards
AA 1 Rosette Muddy Stilettos Best Hotel in Kent 2022. Kent Tourism Awards International Tourism Award, Taste of Kent and Large Hotel of the Year Finalist 2019. Kent Wedding Awards Events Team of the Year 2022 - 2023

Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (ocean or water)

Facilities

  • Extended stay
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Business services

  • AV capabilities
  • Video conference

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
4,240 sq. ft.
Largest room
322.9 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
5
Space (outdoor)
Available
Standing capacity
250
Seating capacity
200
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Imperial Ballroom
|
1,905.2 sq. ft.
48.6 x 39.4 sq. ft.
14.1 ft.
200
60
130
200
100
60
Elizabeth Room
|
1 sq. ft.
23.0 x 39.4 sq. ft.
9.2 ft.
70
30
60
70
30
30
Garden Room
|
581.3 sq. ft.
17.4 x 33.5 sq. ft.
10.2 ft.
50
25
40
50
25
25
Seabrook |Suite
322.9 sq. ft.
9.8 x 33.5 sq. ft.
10.2 ft.
10
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10

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
92
Suites
10
Tax rate
20%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 72.08 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking

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Ashford Designer Outlet

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At McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Ashford you'll find your favourite brands at up to 60% less, all year round. There's something for everyone, within our beautiful settings you'll find cafes, restaurants, a children's play area and more than 80 boutiques. Our wide range of stores range from iconic fashion brands such as Abercrombie & Fitch, Polo Ralph Lauren, Ted Baker, Fred Perry and Lacoste to athletic labels, such as Nike and Adidas, and high-street favourites, such as Guess and Levi’s. Guests of the Hotel can receive discount cards to put towards this experience – please enquire at reception.
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Electric Boat Trips

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Visit the wonderful Port Lympne wildlife reserve for the day and explore over 600 acres of wildlife! Included in your visit is a free safari and access to the NEW attraction, Dinosaur Forest. Discover our amazing animals and enjoy the beautiful backdrop of the Kent coastline perfect for all the ages. Check out our preferred packages with this supplier.
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Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway

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Sustainable Practices

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Does Classic British - Hythe Imperial have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, All cardboard and plastics held separately and collected

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Classic British - Hythe Imperial and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Classic British - Hythe Imperial's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety

Were practices at Classic British - Hythe Imperial developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, UK Government Guidelines
Does Classic British - Hythe Imperial clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Hotel cleaned and sanitized regularly throughout the day
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