36 Lower Road, Dover, CT17 0QU, United Kingdom
#3 of 8 hotels in Dover
Guests' ChoiceBased on 465 hotel reviews
8.0Cleanliness
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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End of dialog contentReviewed: 5 May 2024
Alan
CanadaHaving 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
Hunter
United KingdomStairs were a bit awkward
It was comfortable clean and staff friendly and accommodating
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Roy
United KingdomWe 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
Noah
United KingdomNothing, 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
Robert
United KingdomRoom 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
Paul
United KingdomAll good
On arrival the owners and staff very friendly. Room was warm and comfortable
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 15 February 2024
Deborah
United KingdomWe 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
David
United KingdomMattress too soft
Room was clean and a nice size Breakfast was great
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 26 December 2023
Allen
United KingdomAll 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
Paul
NetherlandsConvenient 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
Carlo
SwitzerlandHospitality and great breakfast. Nice cosy Inn, private parking.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 7 November 2023
Michael
United KingdomSprung 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
Kerry
United KingdomThe bed was really hard for our liking.
It was lovely. The breakfast was a bonus.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 30 October 2023
Jillian
United KingdomSmall 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
Martin
United KingdomAll 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
Georg-alexander
GermanyHotel 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
Christopher
United KingdomBed 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
Andrew
TaiwanA bit noisy at night during bar business hours. No elevator
Cozy room
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 7 October 2023
Madalena
JapanA 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
Fiona
United StatesBroken 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
Chris
United KingdomNo 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
Konstanze
GermanyWhat a nice place to be!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 5 September 2023
Jim
United KingdomNo TV No food other than snacks in evening
Location
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 September 2023
Laura
United KingdomBreakfast 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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