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Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Orchard Theatre

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Exterior
Lobby
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Room amenity
Bar (on property)
Lounge

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is £54
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Room amenity

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Map
University Way, Dartford, England, DA1 5PA

What's nearby

  • Orchard Theatre - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Darent Valley Hospital - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Bluewater Shopping Centre - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Lakeside Shopping Centre - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • ExCeL Exhibition Centre - 25 min drive - 17.7 miles

Getting around

  • Greenhithe Stone Crossing Station - 4 min drive
  • Barnehurst Station - 7 min drive
  • London (LCY-London City) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Beacon Beefeater - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪milestone Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Wharf - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG

Hotel near Bluewater Shopping Centre
Located close to Orchard Theatre and Lakeside Shopping Centre, Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a bar and conference space. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Great Room, offers lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and meeting rooms
  • A lift, a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • A TV in reception, a vending machine and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 126 rooms offer comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Free infant beds, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Secured parking on site (GBP 5 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Great Room

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift (163 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Secured self-parking fee: GBP 5 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG?

As of 20 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG on 26 May 2025 start from £54.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG?

Self-parking is available for GBP 5 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG located?

Situated in Dartford, this hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Orchard Theatre and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Bluewater Shopping Centre. Lakeside Shopping Centre and Victoria Road Stadium are also within 12 mi (20 km). Dartford Station is 24 minutes by foot and Greenhithe Stone Crossing Station is 27 minutes.

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Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 477 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1006 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful, nothing was too much trouble, A very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Neelam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great stay well located lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, lovely staff and in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, great location Great staff…
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was accommodating and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

surjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean, quiet rooms and the staff were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great location and the staff were really friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff. Vlada in particular
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELLEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay here!! The ladies on reception were amazing, thank you Karen and Vlada … welcoming, efficient and helpful x
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

govindasamy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and room was neat, clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Dated tv in room with lines running down the screen - needs replacing . Shower tired , low water pressure Food average and small portions
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight stopover

Great overnight stop on route to channel tunnel. Room clean and comfortable, parking (£5) close to the main door. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Good choice of bar meals and had a good breakfast the next morning. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Duncan

Could be cleaner and some paint needed . Staff good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly clean home from home
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

It was a very nice hotel at a reasonable price point. Although some things could use updating the excellent staff and high standard of service made up for it. Breakfast was okay but I would definitely go there again given the chance. Very clean and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly welcoming staff. Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Some parts room need refreshing , showers need a mat very slippery . Little outdated . But most staff were lovely and helpful .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Definitely a return again

With the price & location was impressed from the start. Very attentive nice welcome & helpful all through our stay. Even with hotel fully booked was a relaxing atmosphere, and a cracking good pizza cooked late after 9pm better than Domino etc Enjoy your stay rooms & quality beds too.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value, clean and comfortable

Very comfortable and clean. Just what i needed after along drive down from yorkshire to see family in Kent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Really reasonable process stay for me & my daughter. The beds were super comfy; we both slept really well!! Duvets were particularly cosy!! Great choice for breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Osa Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant hotel with good motorway access and decent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay as previously. Parking should be free though. Breakfast good & very comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shadrack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Stay was good, nothing to complain about. Checkin was great and easy. Same as checking out. Staff were friendly and service was amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024