Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve
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Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve

The Lookout Bubble

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NEW for 2023!  The Lookout Bubble is the latest addition to our luxury short break collection at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve

Blending in with the landscape, the transparent domes of The Lookout Bubble will immerse you in nature and offer the most spectacular display of the stars overhead from the comfort of your king-sized bed.

What’s included?

  • Entrance to Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve 

  • Entrance to Howletts Wild Animal Park

  • Short Break Safari

  • 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

STARGAZING ON SAFARI!

Surrounded by nature in a secluded nook at the heart of the Reserve, The Lookout Bubble is a haven for wildlife lovers.

Awaken to the dawn chorus of the neighbouring lion pride and take the short walk to your front gate with your morning coffee to great Hunter, Oudrika and the rest of the pride before the reserve opens to day visitors.

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THE LOOKOUT BUBBLE AMENITIEs

The adjoining transparent domes of The Lookout Bubble are a spacious retreat, surrounded by nature. Equipped with a king-sized bed, free-standing bath and ensuite wetroom, Nespresso machine, wifi and air conditioning, you'll experience a relaxing, romantic stay at any time of year,

Sleep under the starry sky and wake up to the sounds of nature.

With the resident lion pride close by and the local neighbours including our elusive small cats, bears and adorable red pandas, the Lookout Bubble is an immersive retreat in the natural surroundings of the reserve. After a day of exploring, watch the sunset over the park and prepare for a night of stargazing.

A spacious retreat, surrounded by nature.

The adjoining transparent domes are equipped with a king-sized bed, free standing bath and ensuite wet room, Nespresso machine, wifi and air conditioning, you'll experience a relaxing romatic stay at any time of year.

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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 3pm and the check-out time is at 11am.

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, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, camels and more.

All of our short breaks include our iconic truck safari in the cost of your 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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Choose from a variety of home cooked dishes, using locally-sourced produce at our onsite 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. Kent artisans deliver seasonal vegetables, delicious dairy, meats and fish and being in the heart of English wine country, local wines and Kentish brews wonderfully compliment our tasty dishes.

Location

The Lookout Bubble, in its secluded location, is a short buggy ride from the cozy bar at the Mansion Hotel and our onsite restaurants. Complete your romantic getaway with a meal in The Garden Room Restaurant before spending the evening exploring the constellations with the telescope on your private deck.

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important imformation
  • Hotel, Treehouse, Hog Deer Creek, Treetop Bubble, Lookout Bubble, Forest Hideaway - 3pm check in and 11am check out
  • Pinewood - 3pm check in and 10am check out
  • Bear Lodge - 4pm check in and 10am check out
  • Giraffe Lodge - 2pm check in and 10am check out
  • Tiger Lodge, Wolf Lodge, Rhino Lodge, Lion Lodge -  2pm check in and 12pm check out
  • Giraffe Cottage (April – Sept) 5pm check in, October 3pm check in, (Nov – March) 2pm check in and 10am check out

Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate late check-ins for Giraffe Lodges and Giraffe Cottage.

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