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Reviews of Royal Oak 3 stars

36 Lower Road, Dover, CT17 0QU, United Kingdom

#3 of 8 hotels in Dover

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 465 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    8.4

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    8.0
    Lovely property but upper floor access not for the 'walking wounded".!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Having a slight mobility issues the stairs were a huge challenge, very steep, and difficult to carry up luggage even though we had only a small 'carry-on' suitcase and a tote bag each. As much as we would like to return we probably would not due to the access to the upper floors. If you're fit then"go for it'.

    Breakfast was good, the shower set up was very spacious and the room was quite 'cozy'.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    9.0
    Good for purpose
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stairs were a bit awkward

    It was comfortable clean and staff friendly and accommodating

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    7.0
    Quite location
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We hadn't appreciated that the food service wasn't available on a Monday evening until after booking. We didn't arrive until 8.30pm but the pub closed at 9pm, (although Sarah stayed until about 9.30pm, while cleaning) which was a shame as this had attracted our initial search. Probably sign of the times? Country pubs are struggling.

    The Royal Oak is situated in a nice part of Dover. There is a small park near by. They also accommodated our small spaniel dog. The staff friendly.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    8.0
    Superb nicely appointed rooms, friendly staff, nice pub
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, all good

    Excellent, well designed rooms with great facilities. Spotlessly clean and very nicely decorated, coffee machine in the room, good shower. EV charger in the car park was very handy! Very helpful and friendly staff and a good breakfast. Highly recommended.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    7.0
    Very good overall would stay again but would ask another room if it was quieter
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was above the main bar which got very noisy as it was a Saturday . Shower wasn’t great, low pressure and lack of door meant the bathroom floor was soaked

    Great location no fuss check in clean and tidy room tea and coffee facilities were great Breakfast included was great, food was lovely, good variety

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2024

    8.0
    Good place to stay and good value
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good

    On arrival the owners and staff very friendly. Room was warm and comfortable

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were in room 1,the sound of the coolers was very loud and woke us a few times but by the second night we had got used to it .The bathroom was very cold ,but the room was lovely and warm.

    Staff very friendly and supportive. Breakfast nice and hot .Carol the chef was very happy and friendly. Our TV was not working for the 1st night but Nicky another member of staff took the time to re-tune it ,we were very grateful for this .

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mattress too soft

    Room was clean and a nice size Breakfast was great

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2023

    7.0
    Lovely hotel and staff. Shame about the stairs.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All the stairs were different depths and widths which made it difficult to get up and down as I’m disabled. The one going towards our room was so narrow had to put feet on sideways would of helped if there had been something to hold on to. Definitely wouldn’t of stay if we had known about the stairs. This should be stated on web site very poor for disabled.

    The staff and food was exceptional very good service.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 December 2023

    7.0
    Good overnight stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Convenient location for cross-Channel onward travel from Dover. Parking available on site. Authentic local pub atmosphere. Room clean and with reasonable space, comfortable bed, bathroom facilities and cleanliness good.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hospitality and great breakfast. Nice cosy Inn, private parking.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2023

    7.0
    Nice quite pub
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sprung mattress not the best. low water pressure. Would have been nice to know prior to booking that food wasn't served on a Monday night, as this is the main reason we book places like this, after a 14hour shift its not the best to have drive somewhere for food.

    Lovely little pub in a quite area. Really tasty bacon sandwich in the morning. Great bedding.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was really hard for our liking.

    It was lovely. The breakfast was a bonus.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small room. No chairs. No television. Paid less for more in other places.

    Friendly staff. Good breakfast selection. Excellent drinks machine.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2023

    9.0
    Royal Oak was good for an over night stay before catching ferry - exactly what we needed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    All good

    Location is very good - less than 15 minutes to the Ferries. Parking is a little limited but it's an older property so could not expect any thing else. Room was very clean, excellent shower ensuite bathroom with large, easily accessible shower, complementary toiletries. Bed a tad too firm if like us sleep on a soft mattress, however, I have slept on harder beds. We had to leave before breakfast serving so owner left us a grab and go bag to take with us. We had an evening meal in the pub - good standard of food.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2023

    8.0
    Good sleep in a cosy room
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Hotel is not located in the centre of Dover, about ten minutes by car from the ferry.

    We had a nice stay at the Royal Oak. Room was cosy, bed very comfortable and breakfast more than allright. Good decision to sleep there after arriving in England late with the ferry. Next day we could start refreshed on our road trip through the Kingdom. Dover is also nice, unfortunately there was no time left for a walk to the beautiful castle on the cliff.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2023

    7.0
    Location is so pretty and close to Dover castle. We were made to feel welcome. Highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed was a little soft for me but that is maybe my preferance

    The staff and owner were very friendly. The cooked breakfast was lovely and also catered for my dietary needs as I am gluten and dairy intolerant also put together a lovely salad for me on our first evening. The room was not large but ample for us and spotless. Good wifi although no tv we were able to use our tablets apparently they are installing tv's next month

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit noisy at night during bar business hours. No elevator

    Cozy room

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2023

    8.0
    Very friendly and comfortable but not convenient from city centre.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    A bit troublesome to go to from city centre by bus. Only 1 supermarket nearby.

    Staff were extremely helpful and welcoming, even providing meal when kitchen was closed.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2023

    8.0
    Would definitely stay again
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Broken window latch so unable to keep it open, uncomfortable mattress

    location, very accommodating and friendly staff, clean, excellent breakfast

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2023

    9.0
    Top notch!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No TV in room but that’s being overly picky

    Very quaint, slovenly location with very friendly locals and staff!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    What a nice place to be!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2023

    8.0
    Lovely pub but lack of food and tv let it down
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No TV No food other than snacks in evening

    Location

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2023

    8.0
    Nice find for visiting with family based nearby
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was served very early for a weekend. Til 10am would have been nice A biscuit on the tea tray would have been nice

    Location was good for visiting family

    Stayed in September 2023

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