Best Western The Russell Hotel
Best Western The Russell Hotel has 3 meeting/event spaces for 20–100 delegates (theatre), largest: Canterbury Suite (100).
- Up to 120 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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Capacity overview
3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury Suite | 100 | — | 30 | 50 | 35 | — | — | 85 |
| Dover Room | 40 | — | 16 | 24 | 20 | — | — | 45 |
| Whitstable Room | 20 | — | 12 | 16 | 15 | — | — | 25 |
At a glance
Best Western The Russell Hotel is a contemporary hotel situated on the outskirts of Canterbury, providing convenient access to the historic cathedral city while offering modern amenities and facilities. The hotel features well-appointed meeting rooms suitable for business conferences, training sessions, and corporate events, with capacities ranging from intimate boardroom meetings to larger presentations for up to 120 delegates. Located just minutes from Canterbury's medieval centre, the hotel combines professional facilities with comfortable accommodation, making it ideal for both business and leisure guests. The venue offers complimentary WiFi throughout, on-site parking, and professional event support services.
Best suited for
- Business Meetings
- Conferences
- Training Sessions
- Workshops
- Wedding Receptions
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- On-site Parking
- AV Equipment
- Air Conditioning
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Accessible Facilities
- 24-hour Reception
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking
- Accessible restrooms
Location & getting there
Herne Bay Road, Canterbury, CT2 7HU, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
Best Western The Russell Hotel is a verified hotel in Canterbury, hosting up to 120 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 4 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Best Western The Russell Hotel have?
Best Western The Russell Hotel has 3 meeting and event spaces in Canterbury, seating up to 100 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Best Western The Russell Hotel's largest event space?
The largest event space at Best Western The Russell Hotel is Canterbury Suite, with a maximum capacity of 100 guests.
What conference facilities does Best Western The Russell Hotel offer?
Best Western The Russell Hotel offers Free WiFi, On-site Parking, AV Equipment, Air Conditioning, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 120 guests in various configurations - theatre style 120, boardroom 30, cabaret 80
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshment packages
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available for guests and event attendees - complimentary for residents
About Best Western The Russell Hotel
Best Western The Russell Hotel is a contemporary hotel situated on the outskirts of Canterbury, providing convenient access to the historic cathedral city while offering modern amenities and facilities. The hotel features well-appointed meeting rooms suitable for business conferences, training sessions, and corporate events, with capacities ranging from intimate boardroom meetings to larger presentations for up to 120 delegates. Located just minutes from Canterbury's medieval centre, the hotel combines professional facilities with comfortable accommodation, making it ideal for both business and leisure guests. The venue offers complimentary WiFi throughout, on-site parking, and professional event support services.
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