St. George Hotel, 7-8 New Road Avenue, Chatham, ME4 6BB

The St. George Hotel is a substantial and long-established hospitality business occupying a prominent town centre position in Chatham, Kent. Originally formed from two substantial residential properties and subsequently extended, the hotel has evolved into one of the largest independently operated hotels within the immediate area, offering a diverse mix of accommodation, conferencing, events and hospitality facilities.

The St. George Hotel occupies a prominent position on the border of Chatham and Rochester, one of the principal commercial centres within the Medway Towns and a key destination in North Kent. Chatham benefits from excellent regional and national connectivity, whilst neighbouring Rochester is renowned for its rich heritage, historic cathedral and castle. Together, the towns offer a compelling destination for both business and leisure travellers.

Situated approximately 35 miles south east of Central London, Chatham is served by Chatham railway station, which provides frequent services to London Victoria, London St Pancras International via High Speed 1, and the wider South East rail network. Journey times to Central London can be as little as 40 minutes, making the town an attractive destination for commuters, corporate guests and tourists alike. The area also enjoys strong road communications via the A2/M2 corridor, providing direct access to the M25, Dartford Crossing, Channel Tunnel and the wider motorway network. London City Airport, Gatwick Airport and the Port of Dover are all readily accessible.

Chatham forms part of the wider Medway conurbation, which has a resident population of over 280,000 people and continues to benefit from significant public and private investment. Major employers in the area include Medway Council, Medway NHS Foundation Trust, Chatham Dockyard, the University of Greenwich, and Canterbury Christ Church University, generating a consistent demand for visitor accommodation throughout the year.

The property provides 45 ensuite guest bedrooms arranged across the upper floors, offering a varied room mix that caters for corporate travellers, contractors, tourists and group bookings. Accommodation includes double, twin and single bedrooms, together with feature rooms including a bridal suite, allowing the business to appeal to a broad range of customer demographics.

At ground floor level, guests are welcomed via a central reception area with adjoining office facilities and lift access serving all guest levels. The hotel benefits from extensive public areas and food and beverage facilities which support both resident and non-resident trade.

A particular strength of the business is its extensive events and function offering. The hotel accommodates a range of meeting rooms, conference facilities, private dining areas and large function suites capable of hosting:

• Weddings and civil celebrations
• Conferences and corporate events
• Training seminars
• Banqueting functions
• Private parties and celebrations
• Community and business meetings

The lower ground and basement levels provide substantial event space, including a large dedicated function suite with its own bar facilities together with additional meeting and event rooms, creating multiple revenue streams beyond traditional hotel accommodation.

Food and beverage operations are supported by a commercial catering kitchen together with restaurant, lounge and bar areas, enabling the hotel to accommodate everything from daily guest dining through to large-scale catered events.

Externally, the property benefits from the significant advantage of private on-site guest parking, a key attraction in a town centre location and an important consideration for both hotel guests and event attendees.

Trade fixtures and fittings to be included.

The hotel offers 45 well-appointed ensuite guest bedrooms arranged across the first, second, third and fourth floors. The accommodation comprises a diverse mix of room types, including 22 double and twin rooms, many of which can comfortably accommodate up to three guests, together with a family room capable of sleeping four. In addition, there are 21 single bedrooms, a distinctive boutique suite and an attractive bridal suite, providing accommodation options suitable for corporate travellers, leisure visitors, groups and special occasion guests alike.

On site private customer car parking.

The opportunity comprises the acquisition of the existing leasehold interest in the well-established St. George Hotel, benefiting from approximately 19 years unexpired term remaining until March 2044. The hotel represents a rare chance to acquire a long-standing hospitality business with a proven trading history, a diverse income profile and significant presence within the Medway market.

The business has enjoyed consistent strong trade in recent years with 2025 seeing annual sales of around £1.4 million.

Detailed trading information can be provided upon request.

There is opportunity to develop a further 25 guest bedrooms, subject to the appropriate planning permission.

The property is held leasehold.

Current rateable value (1 April 2026 to present): £46,000.