Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve
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Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve

Forest Hideaway

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Hidden away at the top of the hill, under the trees, these home from home hideaways offer privacy and tranquillity.

Stay in a cosy, rustic den under the stars and be awoken by the nearby sounds of the big cats.

What's included?

Entrance to Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve 

Entrance to Howletts Wild Animal Park

Short Break Safari experience 

Use of a golf buggy from check in to check out (drivers license to be shown upon arrival)

Free Wi-Fi

Free on-site parking

UNDER THE TREES

Set amongst towering pine trees, close to our lion habitat, you’ll be surrounded by nature.  With a double bed and a pull-out sofa bed, your Forest Hideaway is a cosy wooded den ideal for families with children under eight years old with a double sofa bed.

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FOREST HIDEAWAY AMENITIES

An indoor wood burner will keep you warm on chilly nights, plus an ensuite with a monsoon shower and complementary Bamford products. Each Forest Hideaway has a fridge, tea and coffee making facilities and a smart TV.

The Forest Hideaway is ideal for a cosy couple’s retreat under the towering pine trees.

Take in the natural surroundings and wake up to the roars of the nearby lions who are a short walk from your den. Explore the reserve during and after visiting hours on your personal buggy and get to know our animals.

Reconnect with nature in the Forest Hideaway with your closest neighbours being the resident lions.

The dens are beautifully decorated to reflect the natural backdrop and include a cosy log burner as well as heating. Unwind with a monsoon shower and complimentary Bamford toiletries before lighting the fire and listening to the sounds of the wild.

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Exclusive Access

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You will have exclusive access to Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve during and outside of normal visitor hours from the day of your arrival to the day of your departure.

Admission to Howletts Wild Animal Park, nr Canterbury, is also included in your stay - from 9.30am to closure. Guests have access to a golf buggy for the duration of their stay to explore Port Lympne Reserve (with a valid driving license).

The check-in time for your stay is at 2pm and the check-out time is at 12pm.

Safari Experience

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Your safari will take you on an adventure through our South American, Asian and African Experience zones where you will see spectacled bears, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, camels and more.

All of our short breaks guests have a safari included in the cost of their stay. What’s more, guests can enjoy their stay knowing that they are directly helping conservation, in collaboration with our partner charity, The Aspinall Foundation.

Eat & Drink

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We serve home cooked food, made with home grown and locally sourced produce at our restaurants and cafes.

Whether you're in the mood for family favourites, authentic Italian cuisine or something a little more fancy for a special occasion, Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve is a culinary adventure in the heart of the Kent countryside. All our restaurants take great pride in sourcing the finest quality local ingredients. Seasonal vegetables are picked fresh from our market garden near Howletts, while Kent artisans deliver delicious dairy, meats and fish. Being in the heart of English wine country, local wines and Kentish brews wonderfully compliment our tasty dishes.

Location

Set amongst towering pine trees, close to our lion habitat, you’ll be surrounded by nature. After a day of adventures exploring the Reserve with your complimentary golf buggy and discovering amazing animals, snuggle up for the night, listening to the roars of the lions.

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Frequently
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STAY AT FOREST HIDEAWAY

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MEET THE ANIMALS

Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve is home to amazing wildlife and incredible views. See over 800 animals and 73 species at this award winning park. See tigers and lions who live in close proximity to Forest Hideaway, then explore the rest of the Reserve and see gorillas, bears, cheetahs, giraffes and many more!

EXPLORE THE RESERVE

Journey through the African and Asian experiences, all included free in your short break, to see rhinos, giraffes, wildebeest, zebras and many more. There are plenty of attractions to keep the kids occupied and for that quiet time, enjoy our walks and views, then visit the 4* Port Lympne Hotel bar to unwind.

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By spending the night with us, you are actively helping to ensure the future of these endangered species.

Port Lympne supports The Aspinall Foundation and together we fund the protection, breeding, and rewilding of rare & endangered species. Since 1984 over 320 animals have successfully been returned to the wild including 70 gorillas, 8 rhino and hundreds of Javan primates.