The Ship & Trades

The Ship and Trades, situated in Chatham, boasts a serene marina setting just 1.9 miles from Gillingham Train Station. This modern establishment, featuring a contemporary bar, restaurant, and hotel, provides breathtaking views of the yacht basin at the former Royal Naval Dockyard. Visitors can enjoy waterfront seating with panoramic vistas of boats and beyond the river to Upnor Castle.

Inside, the wrap-around restaurant features floor-to-ceiling glazing, offering a stunning view of the marina. Each room is decorated with a nod to its nautical past, reflecting the shipbuilding history of the building's original purpose as a dockyard office and engineering shop in the late 19th century.

For those seeking entertainment, the Ship and Trades includes a cinema and various shops within easy walking distance. Couples particularly appreciate the convenient location; they gave it a high rating of 9.0 for a two-person stay. Additionally, the hotel offers free parking, WiFi, non-smoking accommodations, tea and coffee makers in each room, a bar, excellent breakfast options, and a range of amenities suitable for both business and leisure travelers.