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The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection has been fully refurbished in 2023, each room has a Hypnos bed with mattress topper, flat-screen TV, desk and is furnished in a modern design. Each en-suite bathroom has also been fully refurbished and includes a powerful shower, toiletries and plenty of fluffy towels The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection is a restored 18th-century hotel, set within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The historic town of Royal Tunbridge Wells is just a 5-minute drive away, and the accommodation offers free private parking. Fresh, seasonal food is served in the The Hand and Sceptre pub, which features modern British dishes interwoven with some Mediterranean influences. A traditional Sunday roast is also available, and guests can enjoy their drinks on the pub terrace which overlooks Southborough green. Groombridge Place Gardens is a 15-minute drive and features a moated manor house with a secret garden. Lamberhurst Vineyards and Hever Castle are both around 10 miles from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.6
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.0
High score for Southborough
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Angel260286
    France France
    The decoration of the room, the breakfast and the reception and breakfast staff
  • Katharine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great food and cocktails. Very attentive service. Comfortable room and easy parking
  • Bernadette
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Superb location, beautiful pub/restaurant & the staff are truly lovely, exceptionally friendly.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Hand & Sceptre
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

FAQs about The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection

  • Check-in at The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection is 750 yards from the centre of Southborough. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian

  • Room options at The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Twin/Double

  • The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • The Hand & Sceptre by Innkeeper's Collection has 1 restaurant:

      • Hand & Sceptre