The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel
US$107
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel
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US$107
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel average US$102 in the cheapest month (January) and US$109 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$102 |
| February | US$106 |
| March | US$107 |
| April | US$105 |
| May | US$107 |
| June | US$104 |
| July | US$106 |
| August | US$109 |
| September | US$104 |
| October | US$107 |
| November | US$103 |
| December | US$108 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$109)
Cheapest: January (~US$102)
About this property
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Stop by the inn's restaurant for lunch or dinner, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. English breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Stay in one of 25 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at The Royal Victoria & Bull Hotel in Dartford, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Bluewater Shopping Centre and River Thames. This inn is 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from The Arena and 15.2 mi (24.5 km) from Excel London.
What's nearby
Orchard Theatre(0.2 Miles)
Crossways Business Park(1.7 Miles)
Darent Valley Hospital(2.3 Miles)
River Thames(2.6 Miles)
Bluewater Shopping Centre(2.9 Miles)
Danson Park(5.6 Miles)
Kent Downs(5.8 Miles)
Arena Essex Raceway(6.2 Miles)
Rainham Marshes(7.3 Miles)
Lakeside Shopping Centre(7.4 Miles)
Kent Cyclopark(8.1 Miles)
Eynsford Castle(8.2 Miles)
Gravesend Gurdwara(8.8 Miles)
Eltham Palace(9 Miles)
Royal Blackheath Golf Club(9.1 Miles)
London City Airport (LCY)(20.1 Miles)
London (SEN-Southend)(29.1 Miles)
Gatwick Airport (LGW)(37.1 Miles)
Heathrow Airport (LHR)(58.2 Miles)
Stansted Airport (STN)(40.7 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Family room
Banquet facilities
Designated smoking area
Location
1 High Street, Dartford, England, United Kingdom
Orchard Theatre (0.2 Miles)
Crossways Business Park (1.7 Miles)
Darent Valley Hospital (2.3 Miles)
River Thames (2.6 Miles)
Bluewater Shopping Centre (2.9 Miles)
Danson Park (5.6 Miles)
Room options
5
Family Room
1 Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 3
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Single Room
1 Single Bed
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
6
Superior Single Room
1 Single Bed
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Superior Double Room
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
215 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
9
Superior Double Or Twin Room
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Superior Room (Family)
3× Single Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Family Suite
1 Double Bed
and 2 Single Beds
Sleeps 4
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
6
Twin Room
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Double Room
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel
7.7
Good
Based on 1,082 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
31%
Couple
27%
Family
14%
Group
17%
Solo
10%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across reviews of The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel, guests praise friendly staff and the character of this historic pub hotel, plus a central location with free rear parking, but also report dated rooms and inconsistent maintenance and cleanliness.
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What guests think
Across reviews of The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel, guests praise friendly staff and the character of this historic pub hotel, plus a central location with free rear parking, but also report dated rooms and inconsistent maintenance and cleanliness.
Several mention noise from the bar or street, hot rooms, many stairs with no lift, and difficulty finding the car park. Breakfast and pub meals are often enjoyed and good value, though quality and availability varied during refurbishments. Expect a characterful, budget-friendly stay with warm service but variable rooms and amenities.
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Facilities
Historic pub with an on-site bar and free parking at the rear; several guests found the car park hard to locate. The building has many stairs and no lift, with uneven floors typical of its age.
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8
Kevin
27 Oct 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Good Points - Friendliness of Staff, from Booking In to Cleaning Rooms and Serving Breakfast was 1st Class - Shower Powerful and Hot with No Temperature Fluctuation. Good Full Breakfast - Within Walking distance of various Restaurants and Take-aways. - Fairly Secure Parking - Bad Points - None. - However, we were there during end of October 2023, and Dartford Town Council seem intent on destroying the Town with Road Closures and Delays everywhere - it was a 10 minute drive from Front of Hotel to their Car Park at Rear of Hotel.
Good Points - Friendliness of Staff, from Booking In to Cleaning Rooms and Serving Breakfast was 1st Class - Shower Powerful and Hot with No Temperature Fluctuation. Good Full Breakfast - Within Walking distance of various Restaurants and Take-aways. - Fairly Secure Parking - Bad Points - None. - However, we were there during end of October 2023, and Dartford Town Council seem intent on destroying the Town with Road Closures and Delays everywhere - it was a 10 minute drive from Front of Hotel to their Car Park at Rear of Hotel.
10
John
4 Jul 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
It was a good stay, the bonus of free parking.The restaurant meals are good and reasonably priced. Beds are comfy. Good location.
It was a good stay, the bonus of free parking.The restaurant meals are good and reasonably priced. Beds are comfy. Good location.
8
Rebecca
24 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Parking should be more sign post as we had to call the hotel for directions to car park
Parking should be more sign post as we had to call the hotel for directions to car park
8
Sandra
5 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Parking is a real bonus. The number of steps makes it difficult to use a wheeled suitcase
Parking is a real bonus. The number of steps makes it difficult to use a wheeled suitcase
6
Graham
16 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Anyone giving this hotel a review which defines it as very good is misleading future guests. It barely qualifies to be described as good; no more, no less. It’s very good value (free car park and breakfast included) but on the whole this is a tired place. My room looked like it had last been decorated or refurbished 20 years ago, at best. It was advertised as superior but I’m not sure what it was superior to. It was bog standard. The carpets in the common areas looked like they were laid last century, and most recently hoovered a couple of years ago. Worn, filthy and dilapidated. Yes, the staff were friendly and efficient, but I feel like that should be the minimum standard in hospitality, rather than something that merits significant praise. There were cleaning materials left in the breakfast area, in the same place as food and crockery. And finally, if f-bomb-peppered racist banter is not your thing, then neither is the hotel bar. Even at 6pm.
Anyone giving this hotel a review which defines it as very good is misleading future guests. It barely qualifies to be described as good; no more, no less. It’s very good value (free car park and breakfast included) but on the whole this is a tired place. My room looked like it had last been decorated or refurbished 20 years ago, at best. It was advertised as superior but I’m not sure what it was superior to. It was bog standard. The carpets in the common areas looked like they were laid last century, and most recently hoovered a couple of years ago. Worn, filthy and dilapidated. Yes, the staff were friendly and efficient, but I feel like that should be the minimum standard in hospitality, rather than something that merits significant praise. There were cleaning materials left in the breakfast area, in the same place as food and crockery. And finally, if f-bomb-peppered racist banter is not your thing, then neither is the hotel bar. Even at 6pm.
8
Christopher
10 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
A nice hotel in a historic building. Free parking behind the hotel with easy access into the rear of the building.
A nice hotel in a historic building. Free parking behind the hotel with easy access into the rear of the building.
10
Paul
8 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
The building is or should be a Listed Building, so much character. Ok no lifts rickety old floors and stairs, but that just adds to the experience. Really friendly staff, room ckean and well presented, cleaned and restocked every day of my stay, a rare thing in modern hotels. Good breakfast. I really enjoyed my stay.
The building is or should be a Listed Building, so much character. Ok no lifts rickety old floors and stairs, but that just adds to the experience. Really friendly staff, room ckean and well presented, cleaned and restocked every day of my stay, a rare thing in modern hotels. Good breakfast. I really enjoyed my stay.
8
Simon
4 Sept 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Great location in the middle of the High Street. Lovely bar and friendly staff. Only downside very , very difficult to find the car park
Great location in the middle of the High Street. Lovely bar and friendly staff. Only downside very , very difficult to find the car park
6
Ian
14 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
This was a 1-night stay for work. I was in room 107 and it was a good sized room with a large ensuite (watch out for the step down into ensuite). Tv and wifi were okay but bed was not comfortable. Nice large bath towels. Free parking at rear of venue - need to drive up as if you were going into public car park. Breakfast (included in my room cost) was good and hot - I had the full cooked breakfast.
This was a 1-night stay for work. I was in room 107 and it was a good sized room with a large ensuite (watch out for the step down into ensuite). Tv and wifi were okay but bed was not comfortable. Nice large bath towels. Free parking at rear of venue - need to drive up as if you were going into public car park. Breakfast (included in my room cost) was good and hot - I had the full cooked breakfast.
8
Tatiana
27 May 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Comfortable room and good breakfast. The only challenge was that the parking wasn’t the easiest to find.
Comfortable room and good breakfast. The only challenge was that the parking wasn’t the easiest to find.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness feedback is mixed: some found rooms very clean, while others reported worn carpets, dust, mould or hairs and occasional maintenance-related leaks. Standards vary between rooms and areas.
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6
adrian
22 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The pub it self had lots of history and was very interesting to look around. The rooms were not what we were expecting for a superior room it was very basic, The shower door was loose and fell off its runners, the cushions on the bed were all ripped. The handle on the bathroom tap missing and all the trim around the bottom of the shower was coming of. Bathroom floor could of done with a good clean. We only stayed for one night of the 2 nights we booked and went elsewhere for the second night
The pub it self had lots of history and was very interesting to look around. The rooms were not what we were expecting for a superior room it was very basic, The shower door was loose and fell off its runners, the cushions on the bed were all ripped. The handle on the bathroom tap missing and all the trim around the bottom of the shower was coming of. Bathroom floor could of done with a good clean. We only stayed for one night of the 2 nights we booked and went elsewhere for the second night
10
andy
9 Oct 2023
·
Stayed 3 nights
Great stay,super clean rooms and great hospitality
Great stay,super clean rooms and great hospitality
6
Sally
5 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The reception was not manned so had to check in at the bar. The building is old but that is no excuse to not clean to a high standard. Issue is it all needs refurbishing. All a bit quirky, uneven floors, lots of steps. No excuse for hairs in the bath plug hole. No soap. The last straw was no hot water in the morning. Breakfast was ok so I was less angry when I checked out. Staff apologised but just gave me an email address to write to. Bed very uncomfortable. £143 badly spent. It’s a shame as it could be so much better.
The reception was not manned so had to check in at the bar. The building is old but that is no excuse to not clean to a high standard. Issue is it all needs refurbishing. All a bit quirky, uneven floors, lots of steps. No excuse for hairs in the bath plug hole. No soap. The last straw was no hot water in the morning. Breakfast was ok so I was less angry when I checked out. Staff apologised but just gave me an email address to write to. Bed very uncomfortable. £143 badly spent. It’s a shame as it could be so much better.
8
Simon
20 Jul 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Clean and tidy. Very friendly staff and good food, both evening meal and breakfast. Had poached eggs on toast cooked to order and they had nice runny yolks. Room a little tired but good value including breakfast and parking. Will stay again if I'm in the area. Just be aware that the car park is around the back, do not let your sat nav take you to the front door, you can't park there.
Clean and tidy. Very friendly staff and good food, both evening meal and breakfast. Had poached eggs on toast cooked to order and they had nice runny yolks. Room a little tired but good value including breakfast and parking. Will stay again if I'm in the area. Just be aware that the car park is around the back, do not let your sat nav take you to the front door, you can't park there.
10
Tony
1 Aug 2023
·
Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is situated on the high street, central to everything you need. We had air con in our room which was welcome. We ate in the hotel which was very nice and reasonably priced. The room was big and comfortable and very clean. The breakfast was lovey also. I have to mention the cleaner we had because she was lovey and always asked us if we needed anything, she was very attentive. The bar area is lively with plenty of seating available. It wasnt cheap but was worth the money, lovely place, nice food, great staff. Will definitely visit again
The hotel is situated on the high street, central to everything you need. We had air con in our room which was welcome. We ate in the hotel which was very nice and reasonably priced. The room was big and comfortable and very clean. The breakfast was lovey also. I have to mention the cleaner we had because she was lovey and always asked us if we needed anything, she was very attentive. The bar area is lively with plenty of seating available. It wasnt cheap but was worth the money, lovely place, nice food, great staff. Will definitely visit again
4
Alexandra
29 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
The hotel was run down, musty, dirty and unwelcoming. The bath was littered with hairs behind a mouldy shower curtain - no way was I going to shower in the morning. The carpet and floors had seen much better days, but I daren’t think about that for too long. We did consider just leaving, but luckily the beds looked clean and they were comfortable enough so we stuck it out. The room was stifling, with only one window able to open, sadly that didn’t help as it just enhanced the pub goers noise which went on until 4am! Terrible location, leaving couldn’t come quick enough as we hurried past a punter tending his 10am beer. Staff seemed to want to prolong our suffering by leaving us waiting at the desk/bar whilst they finished a personal conversation in front of us. The only bright star in the place was the lady at breakfast - so friendly and genuinely lovely, I hope she receives the recognition she deserves.
The hotel was run down, musty, dirty and unwelcoming. The bath was littered with hairs behind a mouldy shower curtain - no way was I going to shower in the morning. The carpet and floors had seen much better days, but I daren’t think about that for too long. We did consider just leaving, but luckily the beds looked clean and they were comfortable enough so we stuck it out. The room was stifling, with only one window able to open, sadly that didn’t help as it just enhanced the pub goers noise which went on until 4am! Terrible location, leaving couldn’t come quick enough as we hurried past a punter tending his 10am beer. Staff seemed to want to prolong our suffering by leaving us waiting at the desk/bar whilst they finished a personal conversation in front of us. The only bright star in the place was the lady at breakfast - so friendly and genuinely lovely, I hope she receives the recognition she deserves.
6
Graham
16 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Anyone giving this hotel a review which defines it as very good is misleading future guests. It barely qualifies to be described as good; no more, no less. It’s very good value (free car park and breakfast included) but on the whole this is a tired place. My room looked like it had last been decorated or refurbished 20 years ago, at best. It was advertised as superior but I’m not sure what it was superior to. It was bog standard. The carpets in the common areas looked like they were laid last century, and most recently hoovered a couple of years ago. Worn, filthy and dilapidated. Yes, the staff were friendly and efficient, but I feel like that should be the minimum standard in hospitality, rather than something that merits significant praise. There were cleaning materials left in the breakfast area, in the same place as food and crockery. And finally, if f-bomb-peppered racist banter is not your thing, then neither is the hotel bar. Even at 6pm.
Anyone giving this hotel a review which defines it as very good is misleading future guests. It barely qualifies to be described as good; no more, no less. It’s very good value (free car park and breakfast included) but on the whole this is a tired place. My room looked like it had last been decorated or refurbished 20 years ago, at best. It was advertised as superior but I’m not sure what it was superior to. It was bog standard. The carpets in the common areas looked like they were laid last century, and most recently hoovered a couple of years ago. Worn, filthy and dilapidated. Yes, the staff were friendly and efficient, but I feel like that should be the minimum standard in hospitality, rather than something that merits significant praise. There were cleaning materials left in the breakfast area, in the same place as food and crockery. And finally, if f-bomb-peppered racist banter is not your thing, then neither is the hotel bar. Even at 6pm.
10
Paul
8 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
The building is or should be a Listed Building, so much character. Ok no lifts rickety old floors and stairs, but that just adds to the experience. Really friendly staff, room ckean and well presented, cleaned and restocked every day of my stay, a rare thing in modern hotels. Good breakfast. I really enjoyed my stay.
The building is or should be a Listed Building, so much character. Ok no lifts rickety old floors and stairs, but that just adds to the experience. Really friendly staff, room ckean and well presented, cleaned and restocked every day of my stay, a rare thing in modern hotels. Good breakfast. I really enjoyed my stay.
6
Gorka
7 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Poor wify, dirt marks in bed
Poor wify, dirt marks in bed
10
Mrs N M J
18 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
On arrival the room was set up as a double but was soon rectified into a twin. Team were welcoming and friendly. Food was very good and plentiful bed were comfortable room was clean bathroom perhaps needed a little touchup but otherwise a very comfortable stay
On arrival the room was set up as a double but was soon rectified into a twin. Team were welcoming and friendly. Food was very good and plentiful bed were comfortable room was clean bathroom perhaps needed a little touchup but otherwise a very comfortable stay
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Rooms
Rooms are generally comfortable but dated, with some maintenance issues (e.g., loose shower doors, limescaled taps) and occasional uncomfortable beds. Several mention heat and bar or street noise.
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Wayne
29 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was in urgent need of investment, Room was poor, shower was bad and the taps were covered in limescale
The hotel was in urgent need of investment, Room was poor, shower was bad and the taps were covered in limescale
6
adrian
22 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The pub it self had lots of history and was very interesting to look around. The rooms were not what we were expecting for a superior room it was very basic, The shower door was loose and fell off its runners, the cushions on the bed were all ripped. The handle on the bathroom tap missing and all the trim around the bottom of the shower was coming of. Bathroom floor could of done with a good clean. We only stayed for one night of the 2 nights we booked and went elsewhere for the second night
The pub it self had lots of history and was very interesting to look around. The rooms were not what we were expecting for a superior room it was very basic, The shower door was loose and fell off its runners, the cushions on the bed were all ripped. The handle on the bathroom tap missing and all the trim around the bottom of the shower was coming of. Bathroom floor could of done with a good clean. We only stayed for one night of the 2 nights we booked and went elsewhere for the second night
6
Beverly
28 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very weird. No external window to the bedroom. window into internal passage. no natural light. very hot but staff a d cleanliness excellent
Very weird. No external window to the bedroom. window into internal passage. no natural light. very hot but staff a d cleanliness excellent
6
Sarah
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was our second time staying here. We stay when we go to Brands Hatch for the BSB racing. The hotel is convenient and has parking. The rooms are old and tired and could be cleaner but bed linen and towels are very clean. The food in the bar wasn't great But we found a fab Chinese down the road. Breakfast was nice but it was a shame they didn't start serving until 8am on weekends, this meant we couldn't have it on Sunday as we would arrive at the racing too late. The bedroom was incredibly hot but a fan was provided which helped a bit.
This was our second time staying here. We stay when we go to Brands Hatch for the BSB racing. The hotel is convenient and has parking. The rooms are old and tired and could be cleaner but bed linen and towels are very clean. The food in the bar wasn't great But we found a fab Chinese down the road. Breakfast was nice but it was a shame they didn't start serving until 8am on weekends, this meant we couldn't have it on Sunday as we would arrive at the racing too late. The bedroom was incredibly hot but a fan was provided which helped a bit.
2
Dave
20 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Parking is a nightmare to find. The noisiest hotel I've stayed in. Delivery early doors. Staff good, food average, not the worst
Parking is a nightmare to find. The noisiest hotel I've stayed in. Delivery early doors. Staff good, food average, not the worst
8
Donna
20 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely old converted coaching house bar entrance Room spacious & comfy but too hot Opening windows meant it wasn’t secure as directly onto the parking lot at ground level
Lovely old converted coaching house bar entrance Room spacious & comfy but too hot Opening windows meant it wasn’t secure as directly onto the parking lot at ground level
6
Gorka
7 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Poor wify, dirt marks in bed
Poor wify, dirt marks in bed
8
Vivienne
29 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very central location. We booked 2 rooms 1 had been refurbish and one hadnt. Both clean. Staff great and nice breakfast. Room at back waa quiet but one at front heard the evening noise
Very central location. We booked 2 rooms 1 had been refurbish and one hadnt. Both clean. Staff great and nice breakfast. Room at back waa quiet but one at front heard the evening noise
6
Matthew
28 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We found two bottles left in our room one empty and another one with what looked like mouldy coke just left on the windowsill. The hallway to our room had ripped carpet which was also wet as the roof was leaking! The room itself was okay just noisy until around 11 o’clock at night due to the bar downstairs.
We found two bottles left in our room one empty and another one with what looked like mouldy coke just left on the windowsill. The hallway to our room had ripped carpet which was also wet as the roof was leaking! The room itself was okay just noisy until around 11 o’clock at night due to the bar downstairs.
6
Ian
14 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was a 1-night stay for work. I was in room 107 and it was a good sized room with a large ensuite (watch out for the step down into ensuite). Tv and wifi were okay but bed was not comfortable. Nice large bath towels. Free parking at rear of venue - need to drive up as if you were going into public car park. Breakfast (included in my room cost) was good and hot - I had the full cooked breakfast.
This was a 1-night stay for work. I was in room 107 and it was a good sized room with a large ensuite (watch out for the step down into ensuite). Tv and wifi were okay but bed was not comfortable. Nice large bath towels. Free parking at rear of venue - need to drive up as if you were going into public car park. Breakfast (included in my room cost) was good and hot - I had the full cooked breakfast.
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Service
Service is frequently praised as friendly, welcoming and helpful. A few guests noted lapses such as an unmanned reception or slow attention.
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Sally
5 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The reception was not manned so had to check in at the bar. The building is old but that is no excuse to not clean to a high standard. Issue is it all needs refurbishing. All a bit quirky, uneven floors, lots of steps. No excuse for hairs in the bath plug hole. No soap. The last straw was no hot water in the morning. Breakfast was ok so I was less angry when I checked out. Staff apologised but just gave me an email address to write to. Bed very uncomfortable. £143 badly spent. It’s a shame as it could be so much better.
The reception was not manned so had to check in at the bar. The building is old but that is no excuse to not clean to a high standard. Issue is it all needs refurbishing. All a bit quirky, uneven floors, lots of steps. No excuse for hairs in the bath plug hole. No soap. The last straw was no hot water in the morning. Breakfast was ok so I was less angry when I checked out. Staff apologised but just gave me an email address to write to. Bed very uncomfortable. £143 badly spent. It’s a shame as it could be so much better.
10
Karen
18 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I stay here for the convenience and location to where I need to be. Second stay here. The staff are friendly and welcoming. I had a queen size bed which was lovely and comfy. Breakfast was also nice. It’s a lovely old pub/hotel with a friendly atmosphere. Would recommend.
I stay here for the convenience and location to where I need to be. Second stay here. The staff are friendly and welcoming. I had a queen size bed which was lovely and comfy. Breakfast was also nice. It’s a lovely old pub/hotel with a friendly atmosphere. Would recommend.
8
Kevin
27 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Good Points - Friendliness of Staff, from Booking In to Cleaning Rooms and Serving Breakfast was 1st Class - Shower Powerful and Hot with No Temperature Fluctuation. Good Full Breakfast - Within Walking distance of various Restaurants and Take-aways. - Fairly Secure Parking - Bad Points - None. - However, we were there during end of October 2023, and Dartford Town Council seem intent on destroying the Town with Road Closures and Delays everywhere - it was a 10 minute drive from Front of Hotel to their Car Park at Rear of Hotel.
Good Points - Friendliness of Staff, from Booking In to Cleaning Rooms and Serving Breakfast was 1st Class - Shower Powerful and Hot with No Temperature Fluctuation. Good Full Breakfast - Within Walking distance of various Restaurants and Take-aways. - Fairly Secure Parking - Bad Points - None. - However, we were there during end of October 2023, and Dartford Town Council seem intent on destroying the Town with Road Closures and Delays everywhere - it was a 10 minute drive from Front of Hotel to their Car Park at Rear of Hotel.
4
Alexandra
29 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
The hotel was run down, musty, dirty and unwelcoming. The bath was littered with hairs behind a mouldy shower curtain - no way was I going to shower in the morning. The carpet and floors had seen much better days, but I daren’t think about that for too long. We did consider just leaving, but luckily the beds looked clean and they were comfortable enough so we stuck it out. The room was stifling, with only one window able to open, sadly that didn’t help as it just enhanced the pub goers noise which went on until 4am! Terrible location, leaving couldn’t come quick enough as we hurried past a punter tending his 10am beer. Staff seemed to want to prolong our suffering by leaving us waiting at the desk/bar whilst they finished a personal conversation in front of us. The only bright star in the place was the lady at breakfast - so friendly and genuinely lovely, I hope she receives the recognition she deserves.
The hotel was run down, musty, dirty and unwelcoming. The bath was littered with hairs behind a mouldy shower curtain - no way was I going to shower in the morning. The carpet and floors had seen much better days, but I daren’t think about that for too long. We did consider just leaving, but luckily the beds looked clean and they were comfortable enough so we stuck it out. The room was stifling, with only one window able to open, sadly that didn’t help as it just enhanced the pub goers noise which went on until 4am! Terrible location, leaving couldn’t come quick enough as we hurried past a punter tending his 10am beer. Staff seemed to want to prolong our suffering by leaving us waiting at the desk/bar whilst they finished a personal conversation in front of us. The only bright star in the place was the lady at breakfast - so friendly and genuinely lovely, I hope she receives the recognition she deserves.
10
michael phillips
20 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very enjoyable stay,great room,super bathroom! Staff all very helpful and friendly, especially Sharon. Looking forward to coming back again!
Very enjoyable stay,great room,super bathroom! Staff all very helpful and friendly, especially Sharon. Looking forward to coming back again!
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m
5 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely old boozer , great beer and food, nice rooms.. friendly helpful staff. Lovely
Lovely old boozer , great beer and food, nice rooms.. friendly helpful staff. Lovely
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Paul
8 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The building is or should be a Listed Building, so much character. Ok no lifts rickety old floors and stairs, but that just adds to the experience. Really friendly staff, room ckean and well presented, cleaned and restocked every day of my stay, a rare thing in modern hotels. Good breakfast. I really enjoyed my stay.
The building is or should be a Listed Building, so much character. Ok no lifts rickety old floors and stairs, but that just adds to the experience. Really friendly staff, room ckean and well presented, cleaned and restocked every day of my stay, a rare thing in modern hotels. Good breakfast. I really enjoyed my stay.
10
Melissa
28 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely staff very welcoming and friendly
Lovely staff very welcoming and friendly
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Graham
27 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
From booking in to dropping back the keys the staff were superb and the stay was excellent.
From booking in to dropping back the keys the staff were superb and the stay was excellent.
10
John
14 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff are very helpful
Staff are very helpful
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Location
Central High Street setting is convenient for town access; some guests choose it for Brands Hatch, though street or pub noise can affect front rooms. Several found parking directions tricky or the car park hard to find.
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Sarah
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was our second time staying here. We stay when we go to Brands Hatch for the BSB racing. The hotel is convenient and has parking. The rooms are old and tired and could be cleaner but bed linen and towels are very clean. The food in the bar wasn't great But we found a fab Chinese down the road. Breakfast was nice but it was a shame they didn't start serving until 8am on weekends, this meant we couldn't have it on Sunday as we would arrive at the racing too late. The bedroom was incredibly hot but a fan was provided which helped a bit.
This was our second time staying here. We stay when we go to Brands Hatch for the BSB racing. The hotel is convenient and has parking. The rooms are old and tired and could be cleaner but bed linen and towels are very clean. The food in the bar wasn't great But we found a fab Chinese down the road. Breakfast was nice but it was a shame they didn't start serving until 8am on weekends, this meant we couldn't have it on Sunday as we would arrive at the racing too late. The bedroom was incredibly hot but a fan was provided which helped a bit.
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leanda
30 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I was initially concerned about the noise and people as it is a pub and I was staying with my teenage daughter. But there was no need to worry it was quiet clean, food was lovely staff friendly. Town center. Would stay there again.
I was initially concerned about the noise and people as it is a pub and I was staying with my teenage daughter. But there was no need to worry it was quiet clean, food was lovely staff friendly. Town center. Would stay there again.
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Tony
1 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is situated on the high street, central to everything you need. We had air con in our room which was welcome. We ate in the hotel which was very nice and reasonably priced. The room was big and comfortable and very clean. The breakfast was lovey also. I have to mention the cleaner we had because she was lovey and always asked us if we needed anything, she was very attentive. The bar area is lively with plenty of seating available. It wasnt cheap but was worth the money, lovely place, nice food, great staff. Will definitely visit again
The hotel is situated on the high street, central to everything you need. We had air con in our room which was welcome. We ate in the hotel which was very nice and reasonably priced. The room was big and comfortable and very clean. The breakfast was lovey also. I have to mention the cleaner we had because she was lovey and always asked us if we needed anything, she was very attentive. The bar area is lively with plenty of seating available. It wasnt cheap but was worth the money, lovely place, nice food, great staff. Will definitely visit again
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Dave
20 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Parking is a nightmare to find. The noisiest hotel I've stayed in. Delivery early doors. Staff good, food average, not the worst
Parking is a nightmare to find. The noisiest hotel I've stayed in. Delivery early doors. Staff good, food average, not the worst
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Christopher
10 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A nice hotel in a historic building. Free parking behind the hotel with easy access into the rear of the building.
A nice hotel in a historic building. Free parking behind the hotel with easy access into the rear of the building.
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Peter
16 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
really great staff - friendly and welcoming - great central location and city centre parking
really great staff - friendly and welcoming - great central location and city centre parking
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Simon
4 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location in the middle of the High Street. Lovely bar and friendly staff. Only downside very , very difficult to find the car park
Great location in the middle of the High Street. Lovely bar and friendly staff. Only downside very , very difficult to find the car park
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Vivienne
29 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very central location. We booked 2 rooms 1 had been refurbish and one hadnt. Both clean. Staff great and nice breakfast. Room at back waa quiet but one at front heard the evening noise
Very central location. We booked 2 rooms 1 had been refurbish and one hadnt. Both clean. Staff great and nice breakfast. Room at back waa quiet but one at front heard the evening noise
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Tatiana
27 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable room and good breakfast. The only challenge was that the parking wasn’t the easiest to find.
Comfortable room and good breakfast. The only challenge was that the parking wasn’t the easiest to find.
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Stefania
25 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The lovely lady at the reception was kind and accommodation our request. We always appreciate good effort and manners. The old pub hotel is really unique and beautiful .You can certainly breed history and atmosphere there. The only bad side is the area but nothing to do with this lovely pub.
The lovely lady at the reception was kind and accommodation our request. We always appreciate good effort and manners. The old pub hotel is really unique and beautiful .You can certainly breed history and atmosphere there. The only bad side is the area but nothing to do with this lovely pub.
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Dining
Breakfast and pub meals are often tasty and good value, with multiple mentions of a substantial cooked breakfast. However, during refurbishments or closures some guests faced limited or continental options and occasional quality inconsistencies.
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Petr
4 Jul 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great inn with a nice pub downstairs, included full English breakfast is a huge plus as well
Great inn with a nice pub downstairs, included full English breakfast is a huge plus as well
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Paul
11 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Always stay here when working near London, usually free parking 20% off food and drink and a lovely free cooked breakfast. This time it was a continental breakfast due to the kitchen been refurbished. I was vey disappointed.
Always stay here when working near London, usually free parking 20% off food and drink and a lovely free cooked breakfast. This time it was a continental breakfast due to the kitchen been refurbished. I was vey disappointed.
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Jacqui
13 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We got an email to advise us to book a table to eat in the restaurant, I rang to book one and told us kitchen was closed, shame nobody let us know, breakfast was pastry’s from Lidls , 99p for a pack of eight, breakfast looked quite sad 😔 nobody approached us to offer us any toast, small plate with a few slices of ham and cheese on it. Overall a little disappointed.
We got an email to advise us to book a table to eat in the restaurant, I rang to book one and told us kitchen was closed, shame nobody let us know, breakfast was pastry’s from Lidls , 99p for a pack of eight, breakfast looked quite sad 😔 nobody approached us to offer us any toast, small plate with a few slices of ham and cheese on it. Overall a little disappointed.
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Simon
20 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and tidy. Very friendly staff and good food, both evening meal and breakfast. Had poached eggs on toast cooked to order and they had nice runny yolks. Room a little tired but good value including breakfast and parking. Will stay again if I'm in the area. Just be aware that the car park is around the back, do not let your sat nav take you to the front door, you can't park there.
Clean and tidy. Very friendly staff and good food, both evening meal and breakfast. Had poached eggs on toast cooked to order and they had nice runny yolks. Room a little tired but good value including breakfast and parking. Will stay again if I'm in the area. Just be aware that the car park is around the back, do not let your sat nav take you to the front door, you can't park there.
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John
4 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was a good stay, the bonus of free parking.The restaurant meals are good and reasonably priced. Beds are comfy. Good location.
It was a good stay, the bonus of free parking.The restaurant meals are good and reasonably priced. Beds are comfy. Good location.
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Simon
29 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This Biulding oozes history and charm. While it is clearly a little tired and basic on the accommodation, which is reflected in the price. The breakfast was exceptional and amazing value! (it was inclusive). All of the staff were friendly and welcoming. Chloe stood out in particular, she was very enthusiastic and informative telling us about the history of the building and going that extra mile in customer service and attention to detail. PS pay the extra for the megga breakfast..... it was only £2 more.
This Biulding oozes history and charm. While it is clearly a little tired and basic on the accommodation, which is reflected in the price. The breakfast was exceptional and amazing value! (it was inclusive). All of the staff were friendly and welcoming. Chloe stood out in particular, she was very enthusiastic and informative telling us about the history of the building and going that extra mile in customer service and attention to detail. PS pay the extra for the megga breakfast..... it was only £2 more.
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marcus
18 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great short overnight stay for work. Lovely food, lovely breakfast plus residents get a 20% discount on food and drinks. Excellent value. Free parking, hotel in middle of the town so great access. Look forwards to next stay!
Great short overnight stay for work. Lovely food, lovely breakfast plus residents get a 20% discount on food and drinks. Excellent value. Free parking, hotel in middle of the town so great access. Look forwards to next stay!
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Robert
25 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice, old-worldy feel pub/hotel. Food was plentiful and cheap. Service was friendly.
Nice, old-worldy feel pub/hotel. Food was plentiful and cheap. Service was friendly.
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ALLAN
8 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We chose this Hotel because of it was supposedly close to Brands Hatch race circuit ( 6.7 miles ) it is actually nearer to 15 miles. we found it very difficult to locate and no hot food was available for evening meal or breakfast. All that was was missing was Basil Faulty.
We chose this Hotel because of it was supposedly close to Brands Hatch race circuit ( 6.7 miles ) it is actually nearer to 15 miles. we found it very difficult to locate and no hot food was available for evening meal or breakfast. All that was was missing was Basil Faulty.
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Ian
14 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was a 1-night stay for work. I was in room 107 and it was a good sized room with a large ensuite (watch out for the step down into ensuite). Tv and wifi were okay but bed was not comfortable. Nice large bath towels. Free parking at rear of venue - need to drive up as if you were going into public car park. Breakfast (included in my room cost) was good and hot - I had the full cooked breakfast.
This was a 1-night stay for work. I was in room 107 and it was a good sized room with a large ensuite (watch out for the step down into ensuite). Tv and wifi were okay but bed was not comfortable. Nice large bath towels. Free parking at rear of venue - need to drive up as if you were going into public car park. Breakfast (included in my room cost) was good and hot - I had the full cooked breakfast.
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Paul
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
was a lack of staff the short time i was in this hotel, paid £80, would rate this at around £35-£45 a night maximum price. Very dated looks like there is no money spent on the place, biggest problem no hot water in the morning with no one about to complain to this was for everyone in the rooms talking to people at Breakfast. Will not be staying again & would like my money back, cold showers are not ideal & with no one explaining there is a problem just makes the issue worse.
was a lack of staff the short time i was in this hotel, paid £80, would rate this at around £35-£45 a night maximum price. Very dated looks like there is no money spent on the place, biggest problem no hot water in the morning with no one about to complain to this was for everyone in the rooms talking to people at Breakfast. Will not be staying again & would like my money back, cold showers are not ideal & with no one explaining there is a problem just makes the issue worse.
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Hafiz
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 4 nights
Super excellent beautiful
Super excellent beautiful
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Steven
19 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms wasn't very clean, found some plastic in bed, The shower holder was broken. Air con smelt when turned on. Breakfast was very basic and dry. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Rooms wasn't very clean, found some plastic in bed, The shower holder was broken. Air con smelt when turned on. Breakfast was very basic and dry. The staff was friendly and helpful.
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Emanuel KA Noel
17 Sept 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
It was a short stay for me but was very pleasant . Tidy . Bath/ Shower excellent . Friendly team . Very convenient for eat in . Also a huge choice of restaurants in same area if you prefer .
It was a short stay for me but was very pleasant . Tidy . Bath/ Shower excellent . Friendly team . Very convenient for eat in . Also a huge choice of restaurants in same area if you prefer .
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Helen
3 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
It was a in a great location, really central. Parking was great too and they let us stay there after we checked out while we went into town. The staff and the breakfast were lovely. The building is old and tired but you can see they’ve tried really hard to make the rooms nice
It was a in a great location, really central. Parking was great too and they let us stay there after we checked out while we went into town. The staff and the breakfast were lovely. The building is old and tired but you can see they’ve tried really hard to make the rooms nice
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FAQs about The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
English breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 8.95 per person.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms. Specific details about accessible bathrooms and pool access features are not provided.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Dartford, within a 15-minute drive of Bluewater Shopping Centre and Lakeside Shopping Centre. It is approximately 1.3 km from Princes Park and 12.6 miles from The Arena.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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- 2026-10-19: 131.92616692972564USD
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- 2026-11-01: 117.06112773183442USD
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- 2026-11-05: 124.63810493108369USD
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- 2026-11-13: 120.483130458107USD
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- 2026-11-20: 126.74557005402374USD
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- 2026-11-22: 117.32759592972565USD
- 2026-11-23: 121.86437507027436USD
- 2026-11-24: 124.63810493108369USD
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- 2026-11-26: 124.63810493108369USD
- 2026-11-27: 120.483130458107USD
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- 2026-11-29: 116.00249452702332USD
- 2026-11-30: 121.86437507027436USD
- 2026-12-01: 121.86437507027436USD
- 2026-12-02: 121.86437507027436USD
- 2026-12-03: 121.86437507027436USD
- 2026-12-04: 121.86437507027436USD
- 2026-12-05: 130.62352109729767USD
- 2026-12-06: 116.00249452702332USD
- 2026-12-07: 121.86437507027436USD
- 2026-12-08: 121.86437507027436USD
- 2026-12-09: 121.86437507027436USD
- 2026-12-10: 121.86437507027436USD
- 2026-12-11: 121.86437507027436USD
- 2026-12-12: 124.63810493108369USD
- 2026-12-13: 116.00249452702332USD
- 2026-12-14: 124.63810493108369USD
- 2026-12-15: 124.63810493108369USD
- 2026-12-16: 124.63810493108369USD
- 2026-12-17: 124.63810493108369USD
- 2026-12-18: 120.483130458107USD
- 2026-12-19: 124.63810493108369USD
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 8.95 per person
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