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Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG

3.0 star property
Travelers find themselves minutes from Lakeside Shopping Centre and Orchard Theatre, with easy access to global dining and cultural experiences

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Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford is near Lakeside Shopping Centre and Orchard Theatre. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, a breakfast buffet, and international dishes at The Great Room. A 24-hour front desk and luggage storage ensure a hassle-free stay.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Room options

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Dartford is home to Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG. Orchard Theatre and The Arena are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Bluewater Shopping Centre and Lakeside Shopping Centre. Check out an event or a game at Victoria Road Stadium, and consider making time for Diggerland, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Dartford travel guide
Map
University Way, Dartford, England, DA1 5PA

What's nearby

  • Crossways Business Park
    Crossways Business Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Princes Park
    3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Central Park
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Dartford Borough Museum
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Orchard Theatre
    4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • House on the Hill
    4 min drive
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
    5 min drive
  • The Beacon Beefeater
    7 min walk
  • Costa Coffee
    19 min walk
  • The Wharf
    16 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 a front-desk safe
  • A TV in the lobby, bicycle parking, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 126 rooms offer comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • LED light bulbs, free infant beds, and electric kettles

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in FuturePlus, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Secured self parking on site (GBP 6 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

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

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

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
  • Elevator (64 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • 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
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 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 at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Secured self parking fee: GBP 6 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

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 6 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?

Check-out 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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express London - Dartford by IHG Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 485 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Reginald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fresh English breakfast but variety will be much appreciated.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly welcome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mechelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nyaradzai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and courteous
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, extremely helpful staff. Decent buffet breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was ok. Staff that checked us in was really amaizing. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fozia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!! Check in and Out went smoothly. Room was nice, clean and spacious. Breakfast was good. Good location to Bluewater and Buses. Staff were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Marina

Perfect location and ideal for travelling around Kent / London. Staff were very friendly, welcoming and helpful. I will be using them again, without a doubt.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and the room was good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean room, very friendly staff, a lovely stay, as per usual!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good service friendly staff Breakfast was basic but yummy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, roomy and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cheuk Lun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
neat and clean room easy parking perfect for short stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good clean room, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great nights sleep, great staff and a perfect location for what I required.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything clean and tidy, huge bed, and the lady who checked us in was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

SHERIFF

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great but the breakfast was superb 👌.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds and easy location to access with a car. Only downside is parking is not free.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel with really friendly staff. Rooms were great and had everything you needed. Would happily stay again 😊
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I’ve stayed at a few of the dartford surrounding hotels and for value I like this one. Staff are always friendly and brekfast is fine. Rooms are clean and comfortable:
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was good and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff on reception were exceptionally helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel in a good location but feeling a little tired and in need of a refresh. I've been staying here on and off for a few years now and the staff are pleasant and helpful. The food is OK for a budget hotel but it really does need an update. The rooms are comfortable and spacious but a little uninspiring.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Funsho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were courteous and helpful. Won't say room was spotless but it clean and good enough. Breakfast and dinner were very good too
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice stay staff were great very clean and comfortable and lovely and Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025