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
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.
Exclusive Access
Exclusive Access
Safari Experience
Safari Experience
Eat & Drink
EAT & DRINK
exclusive access
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
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
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.
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.
CHECK IN
Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate late check-ins for Giraffe Lodges and Giraffe Cottage.
Pets are not allowed but there are hundreds of wild animals waiting to meet you
Parking is free from 9.30am on the day of arrival Pinewood & Forest Hideaway postcode: CT21 4LR. Accommodation is a 5 minute stroll from the car park (please follow signs for Pinewood) Bear Lodge postcode: CT21 4LN. Parking available for two cars* All other accommodation: CT21 4PD. Press the intercom at the gate where you will be directed to the customer car park. Please report to Guest Services when you arrive *If you're arriving early, please use the main customer car park (CT21 4LR) and enter via the gatehouse
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