Inner Dowsing Lightship

Name: Inner Dowsing Lightship
Address: Medway Bridge Marina, Manor Lane, Rochester, GB
Rating: 9.3

Medway Bridge Marina, Manor Lane, Rochester, GB

9.3 guest rating· 225 reviews

About this hotel

Unique Boat Accommodation

Experience a stay like no other at Inner Dowsing Lightship, a charming boat hotel in the heart of Rochester. Set in a historic 19th-century building, our recently renovated boat offers free WiFi, on-site parking, and cozy accommodations with modern amenities.

Scenic Sun Terrace

Unwind and soak up the sun on our inviting terrace overlooking the picturesque surroundings. Whether enjoying a morning coffee or a sunset drink, the terrace provides a perfect spot to relax during your stay.

Convenient Location

With Rochester Castle, Chatham Train Station, and Chatham Dockyard just a few kilometers away, Inner Dowsing Lightship offers easy access to the area's top attractions. Plus, being within reach of Leeds Castle and London City Airport, your stay promises both convenience and exploration.

Ready to embark on a unique boat hotel experience? Book your stay at Inner Dowsing Lightship now!

Rooms & rates

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Apartment with Shower

Sleeps 4 · 50 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

Private bathroom
Kitchenette
Coffee/tea maker
Shower
TV

Guests will have a special experience as this apartment offers a fireplace. Featuring a private entrance, this apartment is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. In the well-fitted kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a tea and coffee maker. The apartment features parquet floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a game console, as well as a sofa. The unit offers 3 beds.

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 18 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

Desk
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shower
TV

The double room includes a private bathroom equipped with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. Featuring an outdoor dining area, this double room also provides a tea and coffee maker, a high chair for children and a TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Room with Private Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

Desk
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Shower
TV

The double room includes a private bathroom equipped with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a tea and coffee maker, a high chair for children, a flat-screen TV and an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 1 bed.

Amenities

Free WiFi
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Cashless payment available
Heating
Sun terrace

Location

Medway Bridge Marina, Manor Lane, Rochester, GB

Check-in: from 03:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out: until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.3225 reviews

+ Beautiful views+ Friendly hosts+ Clean and cosy− No breakfast on site− Limited amenities in the room

Cleanliness9.3

Service9.8

Location9.8

Room Quality9.3

Amenities8.8

Value for Money9.3

samen met mijn kleinzoon volop genoten van het uitzicht vanuit onze kamer
8.0
het slapen op een oud schip
− bij aankomst even zoeken tussen allemaal oude boten.
wim · NL · 2026-07-17

A fabulous find
9.0
What a wonderful find. This is a quirky but great place to stay with beautiful views and doors that open wide to make you feel like you are part of the estuary A really comfy bed, great books to read. A wonderful place to switch off. I just wish we could have stayed longer
A · GB · 2026-07-12

Great place to stay
9.0
Quiet and interesting to be in a ship of such age. All facilities were modern and the rooms were tastefully fitted out.
− Everything was excellent
Ian · GB · 2026-07-12

Just perfect, we loved it and will definitely stay again
10.0
The location and the property were perfect with a fantastic view of the river, it was rustic and modern, clean, the bed was comfortable, there was a fan to help cool us in the hot weather, the hosts were lovely people and even brought us some cold melon in this heat wave! I would definitely stay here again, what a lovely ship and a great stay
Angela · GB · 2026-07-11

Guest review
10.0
Great location and fascinating ship. Our fourth visit
Jonathan · GB · 2026-07-03

An Ab Fab stay...sad to leave
10.0
Ab fab place to stay.Had 3 wonderful nights.Wish we had more.A classy and stylish accomodation with everything we needed.Cool and comfy bed.Bathroom with sunken bath was cosy.Plenty of lighting.Owners have thought of almost*everything.Wonderful views accross the Medway and Rochester a 35 minute walk away. Would live to come back again for another stay( with less luggage !! ;-) * A trolley to put our luggage on to transport it from car park to boatvand back would have been totally perfect. Thank you to our thoughtful and friendly hosts
− Nothing
Susan · GB · 2026-07-03

Good to know

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

It's recommended to bring your own vehicle since this property is not serviced by public transportation.

Managed by a private host

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Parking

Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children ages 1 and older are allowed.

Children from 1 year old to 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

Children from 6 years old to 12 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any cots.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Inner Dowsing Lightship♡