Margate is the British seaside town that has held its own since it became the place to be in 1730. And we’re sitting on the front in the characterful Old Town, bathing in all the glory of the light dancing on the water.
The old seaside hotel we’ve made our own is one of those Victorian beauties that sits elegantly poised above the main swathe of golden sands, giving its guests dreamy views across the bay. Bedrooms are sometimes balconied and always rich with heritage detailing. There are three places devoted to food and drink - all with their own thing going on and one with bird's eye views, but all holding local ingredients and skills on high. The treatment rooms are there for you and your wellbeing. And, as ever, service is with a very big smile.
We're thrilled to be the proud owners of a Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice awards, which recognises the businesses that rank in the top 10% on Tripadvisor.
Soak up the best of Autumn in Margate, our favourite seaside town
Here's your inside look at the stories, people, and places that make our hotels so special. Discover our team's favourite haunts and see our carefully curated list of happenings and events coming up in the next few months.
There are 21 Guest Rooms and Lookout Suites within the walls of our Victorian dream of a seaside hotel. Original features have been preserved and paired with all the modern stuff you need. Some have balconies for extra greatness. Some have showers for two and four-poster beds. They are all marvellous.
Pearly Cow Margate is is our grill restaurant perched above Margate’s golden sands, devoted to sea-fresh seafood, flame-grilled meats, and just-picked garden greens. With wild local flavour, show-stopping fruits de mer and life-changing beef fat chips, it’s where dreamy sunsets, barefoot afternoons, and post-beach joy collide.
The Treatment Rooms are very-mellow spaces where highly skilled therapists target their expertise on making you feel brand new. Situated on the lower-ground floor of our seaside hotel, you'll find relaxation in abundance. Why not try our Copper Cove experience for the ultimate soothing experience.
Say I do, overlooking the big blue! Weddings at No. 42 Margate can make your seaside wedding dreams come true. Take over Pearly Cow for the day, or go all-out with a whole-house takeover.
We've all heard of blue-sky thinking, and sometimes getting the team out of the office into the fresh sea air is just the ticket. Take things up a notch with a meeting in Margate at No. 42.
As any parent knows, happy children are the not-so-secret secret to every great family trip. So, we have a few things up our sleeves to help keep them entertained while they stay with us - and what child doesn't love a seaside hotel!
Other than between 1st May and 30th September, when it's a big, fat no-no, dogs love being on Margate beach (understatement). If you bring yours, we have a few things to make them feel at home.
Every room has a Crosley record player and a few choice records. There's also access to a curated vinyl library so you can soundtrack your stay.
The contents of our pantry in a handsome vintage ticket booth are all yours to enjoy any time of day or night, and it's all on us. It's stocked daily with sweet and savoury snacks like pots of locally supplied ice cream, homemade baked goodies, soft drinks, and fresh fruit.
Margate is served by Southeastern and you can quickly book your ticket here. The station is only about a 10 minute sea front walk away, but that’s 10 mins you could be bag-free, so let us meet you off your train and take your bags back to the hotel.
We’ll swap your luggage for an umbrella (if it’s one of those days). Get in touch to request your luggage pick up, and we’ll see you at the station.
Win a charming city escape to No. 1 York and £350 to spend on your autumn wardrobe! 🍂🧣
To celebrate the opening of @wyselondon in York, @guesthousehotels and @wyselondon are giving away the chance to hunker down and bundle up this autumn. Escape for a staycation that makes the most of crisp mornings and fire-lit evenings and pick up some new pieces to keep you stylishly warm 🕯️
For the chance to win a stay for two, with breakfast included and a cocktail on arrival, plus £350 to spend at WYSE, all you have to do is…
- Follow @guesthousehotels and @wyselondon
- Like this post
- Tag someone you’d bring (Each tag counts as a new entry, so keep tagging for a higher chance of winning)
– Save this post
Competition closes 11:59pm on Friday, 17th October and the winner will be DMed – good luck 🤞
T&Cs: You need to be following both GuestHouse Hotels and WYSE London, liked the post, saved the post and tagged a friend to enter. The prize is for two people sharing a guest room, valid Sunday – Friday and excludes 23rd -31st December and 13th & 14th February. Prize to be taken by 1st April 2026 and is non-transferable and no cash alternative is available.
Autumn in Bath: golden leaves, crisp air and amber evenings 🍂
@iampoppythesausage`s staycation through the lens of @urfavasian__
A stay in our Hideout Suite and Large Guest Room with Sea View at No. 124 Brighton
Curated pause. Bespoke treatments. Essential reset
All welcome at @fieldtripspa, not just for hotel guests. Find out more about our treatments and rituals (with 25% off) on our website...
Autumn - a season of golden light, warm moments and soulful escapes
Bootham Suite at No. 1, York
Charlotte and Llew - a modern romance against the timeless charm of Bath 🕊️
Captured beautifully by @hannahmaymiles
Introducing our new GuestBest Tiers...
Now, the more you stay, the more perks you can enjoy at no extra cost
We`re all about rewarding loyalty, always. Sign up for free to become a GuestBest Member now
Sunsets from The Terrace by @pearlycowmargate and from your room 🌅
📸 1 : @rebecca.munroe
We welcomed the solo travellers, the anniversary getaway-ers, the family escapers...
We hosted weddings and parties and launched new collaborations...
Swipe for some summer highlights from us in Bath, York, Margate and Brighton ☀️🌊
Unlock access to 120 exclusive festival cocktails across 10 days with your ticket to @brightoncocktailfestival.
We’re one of 40 bars in Brighton and Hove taking part in the city-wide celebration of mixology from 19th September. Get a ticket for £20 and enjoy sips for £6 (£4 for non-alcoholic)
Creations crafted exclusively for the festival:
Raichi Saku - Japanese gin, citric-adjusted clarified lychee, dry vermouth, jasmine
Boozy Cow - Sussex Wagyu beef fat washed bourbon, homemade amaro, triple sec
Berry Brew (non-alc) - Everleaf Mountain, rhubarb iced tea, raspberry mint
See you at No. 124 🍹
🌿 Escape. Recharge. Renew. 🌿
The Copper Room at No. 15 Bath
An intimate and tranquil ritual for two that begins with a soak in our opulent Copper Bath.
Then head back through the arch to continue your treatment side-by-side
Discover your sanctuary. And for an extra peace of mind, book a treatment Monday-Thursday, 11am-3pm for an indulgent 25% off*
*Book online - 25OFFTREATMENTS
Reasons to become a GuestBest member...
- Up to 10% off our best available rate
- 20% off Spa treatments during your stay
- Noon-check out, so hit that snooze alarm
Book direct for the best benefits. And sign up to be the first to hear about exciting benefits where the more you stay, the more you can enjoy 💛
Our 2025 Summer on The Rooftop at Margate 🌊
Rooftop season will come to a close this weekend…
Help-yourself-pantry unlocked with a GuestHouse stay 🗝️
Curated mornings - soft blankets, hot coffee and nowhere else to be...
A GuestHouse morning at No. 1 York
@rosie__levine at No. 124 Brighton
@werkasfilm at No. 124 Brighton
hollydepaor at No. 15 Bath
Shaken, stirred and sipped
1 @sarahwitpeerd
2 @allmumstalk @alldadstalk
Sun-dappled mornings and breakfast bliss at No. 1 York
We’ve got rooms for another long weekend if you’ve gotten used to the three day weekend lifestyle... Or a quieter midweek getaway?
To our loyal, joyful and endlessly loving canine companions - Happy National Dog Day 🐾
We love to spoil our furry friends at GuestHouse 💛
@lennychowchow at No. 15, Bath
Maple by @emilylouiseyt at No. 15, Bath
@moosethecockapoo_ at No. 124, Brighton
Bobby by @lilybw at No. 1, York
@bigkevbarker at No. 42, Margate
Beds, blankets and pillows exclusively made by @ivyandduke
The Summer holidays are drawing to a close but there`s still time for one more trip...
📸 @howtobritain`s family getaway with us at No. 1 York, staying in The Clifton Suite
Ideas for things to see and do with the young ones!
- @jorvikviking
- @nationalrailwaymuseum
- @yorkschocstory
- @yorkminsterofficial
- @yorkcastlemuseum
- @theyorkshiremuseum
And of course there`s the York City Walls, Museum Gardens and Rowntree Park 🌿
