
Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG
Dartford, GB
5.2 km (3.2 mi) from original
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Dartford, GB
5.2 km (3.2 mi) from original
Location
8.8Generally excellent for purpose: many reviewers highlight the convenient Dartford/Thames-crossing location and suitability for stopovers, though access can be challenging in evening rush hour and the hotel is near busy roads.
Food & Breakfast
8.4Breakfast is widely praised (plentiful choices, outstanding in several reviews) and evening meals described as reasonable, but some found the menu basic, chaotic service at breakfast, limited savory choices, or running out of items.
Amenities & Facilities
7.8Mixed: air conditioning and on-site parking are positives and toiletries are adequate; free WiFi reported but slow, and breakfast/food area is small—overall amenities are decent but have clear shortcomings.
No close alternative was identified for this preference.


Dartford, GB
5.4 km (3.4 mi) from original

Dartford, GB
5.2 km (3.2 mi) from original

Dartford, GB
6.3 km (3.9 mi) from original
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The compared hotels differ by 1.1 km.
Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG: 5.2 km (3.2 mi)
Mercure Dartford Brands Hatch Hotel & Spa: 6.3 km (3.9 mi)
Green View Hotel Near Dartford
7.6/10The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel
7.7/10Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG
8.1/10Mercure Dartford Brands Hatch Hotel & Spa
7.4/10Green View Hotel Near Dartford
8.8Rooms were generally comfortable with necessary amenities.
The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel
7.6Rooms were described as comfortable but some had issues like lacking coat hangers.
Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG
7.4Mostly comfortable rooms and good sizes reported, with adequate shower rooms and toiletries; some guests noted dated rooms and at least one mentioned an uncomfortable bed, so room quality is slightly above average but not outstanding.
Mercure Dartford Brands Hatch Hotel & Spa
7.0Rooms often described as spacious and well laid out, but issues noted with air conditioning (broken or absent), some dated decor and occasional maintenance problems (faulty taps, basic furnishings).
Green View Hotel Near Dartford
7.3Mixed reviews; some clean aspects but issues like cobwebs and insects reported.
The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel
6.6Some reviews mention dirty toilets and a need for better cleaning.
Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG
6.4Mixed reports: several guests described rooms as clean and comfortable, but at least one review noted a very dirty carpet and overall disappointing room cleanliness, so cleanliness is rated below average.
Mercure Dartford Brands Hatch Hotel & Spa
6.5Mixed comments: several guests praised clean, spacious rooms, but multiple reports of stains, mould/limescale, a hole in the corridor roof and bathroom/shower cleanliness issues reduced confidence.
Green View Hotel Near Dartford
7.3Some complaints about the location being poor, particularly for families.
The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel
8.1Reviews praise the convenient location near shops and transport.
Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG
8.8Generally excellent for purpose: many reviewers highlight the convenient Dartford/Thames-crossing location and suitability for stopovers, though access can be challenging in evening rush hour and the hotel is near busy roads.
Mercure Dartford Brands Hatch Hotel & Spa
9.0Consistently praised for proximity to Brands Hatch and good access to London; location considered a primary benefit for many guests.
Green View Hotel Near Dartford
9.8Staff were reported as exceptional and helpful in some cases.
The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel
8.6Multiple reviews highlight friendly and accommodating staff.
Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG
9.3Consistently praised: multiple reviews call staff very helpful, welcoming and exceptional (specific praise for 'Susan'); a single note mentioned unfriendly/professional issues, but overall service is a strong positive.
Mercure Dartford Brands Hatch Hotel & Spa
8.1Generally strong front-of-house service: staff repeatedly described as friendly, efficient and helpful (quick check-in, attentive on-site assistance), though there was at least one lapse in follow-up communication after checkout.
Green View Hotel Near Dartford
—The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel
—Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG
—Mercure Dartford Brands Hatch Hotel & Spa
—Green View Hotel Near Dartford
4.3Limited food options and poor breakfast quality reported.
The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel
7.6Breakfast received positive mentions, with a variety of options.
Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG
8.4Breakfast is widely praised (plentiful choices, outstanding in several reviews) and evening meals described as reasonable, but some found the menu basic, chaotic service at breakfast, limited savory choices, or running out of items.
Mercure Dartford Brands Hatch Hotel & Spa
7.0Food received mixed feedback: some guests enjoyed the breakfast and meal options, while others found breakfast overpriced and not exceptional.
Green View Hotel Near Dartford
6.3Limited amenities reported; no bar and restaurant closed.
The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel
7.1Amenities were acceptable but some users noted areas needing improvement.
Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG
7.8Mixed: air conditioning and on-site parking are positives and toiletries are adequate; free WiFi reported but slow, and breakfast/food area is small—overall amenities are decent but have clear shortcomings.
Mercure Dartford Brands Hatch Hotel & Spa
7.8Spa and pool were popular and a highlight for several guests; gym was underwhelming to some, billiards required payment, and there is no lift — a mix of strong and weak amenity experiences.
Green View Hotel Near Dartford
9.3Generally seen as good value for budget hotel with clean rooms.
The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel
8.1Good value was mentioned, though some guests had various issues.
Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG
8.6Frequently noted as good value: multiple reviewers specifically mention value for money and the included/ample breakfast as a bonus; paid parking is a drawback but does not erase the sense of good value.
Mercure Dartford Brands Hatch Hotel & Spa
6.2Several complaints about perceived poor value (expensive breakfast, surprise deposits/charges) offset by some guests feeling the overall stay was worthwhile; value is inconsistent.
Green View Hotel Near Dartford
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