Client: Slatters Developments Ltd
Type: Mixed hotel and retail
Bedrooms: 129
Retail GIFA: 145sqm
Construction: RC frame with SFS infill
Status: Completed 2021
The site for this new Hampton by Hilton hotel is located in the heart of the historic city of Canterbury. Surrounded by a number of listed and historic buildings this development comprises of both new build element and the conversion of listed buildings in which the new hotel will be formed.
The main structure of the new building is constructed in RC frame and allows incorporates 129 guest bedrooms over 4 storeys with the 5th floor being dedicated to a new skybar facility, which establishes amazing views towards the Canterbury Catherdral.
Where the hotel fronts onto the St Margarets Street, the modern facade comprises of 3 angled stone elements which pick up the various vistas that can be viewed from these front bedrooms.