The Millers Arms Inn – A Favorite for Families in Canterbury

The Millers Arms Inn offers a restaurant and bar with a riverside dining area overlooking the River Stour and the ruins of the ancient water mill that gives the pub its name. Breakfast is served daily with locally sourced ingredients, including options like full English, eggs Benedict, and granola. The bar features ales from a local brewery and a seasonal menu that has earned praise for dishes such as beef short ribs and haddock with pea purée.

The hotel has 11 en suite bedrooms, including a honeymoon suite with a spa bath and a family room that accommodates children. Some rooms offer views of the cathedral or the river weir, and all rooms come with tea and coffee making facilities. Room 7 is noted as the largest, with a bathtub and a view of the River Stour.

The inn is a 5-10 minute walk from Canterbury Cathedral, the Marlowe Theatre, and the Canterbury Tales attraction. It sits directly on the River Stour opposite a public car park where guests can purchase discounted 24-hour parking for £12. Canterbury West and East train stations are within walking distance, providing easy access to day trips to Dover and Rye.

Staff members speak Japanese, French, and Italian, offering personalised assistance to international guests. The hotel provides a luggage storage service, pet bowls for dogs, and an electric vehicle charging station. Daily housekeeping, CCTV security, and key access are in place for guest safety.

Family rooms are available with essential amenities for children, and the hotel allows pets to stay at no extra charge. The outdoor garden and sun terrace provide space for families to relax, and the pub hosts local social events. Breakfast offers a children-friendly menu, and high chairs are provided in the restaurant.

Location: Riverside setting on the River Stour, 5 min from Cathedral

Rooms: 11 rooms including honeymoon suite with spa bath

Dining: Seasonal menus with local ingredients, local brewery ales

Services: Multilingual staff (Japanese, French, Italian)

Parking: Discounted 24-hour parking at £12 across the street

Family: Family rooms and pet-friendly with no extra charge