Dover Hotel

7.4
Very Good
(521 reviews)

42-44 Belgrave Rd, Pimlico, London SW1V 1RG, United Kingdom

+44 20 7821 9085

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Hotel Description

Nestled in the elegant district of Pimlico, London, the Dover Hotel offers a charming and convenient base for visitors to the capital. Located at 42-44 Belgrave Rd, Tyburnia, London SW1V 1RG, United Kingdom, the hotel enjoys close proximity to key attractions, making it an ideal choice for both leisure and business travelers. Situated just a short 7-minute walk from Victoria tube and train station, guests can easily access transportation options, including express trains to Gatwick Airport. The neighborhood exudes a quaint and sophisticated atmosphere, with the scenic Thames Path trail and St. George’s Square Garden just around the corner. The vibrant Vauxhall Bridge Road, lined with charming pubs, adds to the lively ambiance of the area. The hotel itself occupies a classic 19th-century townhouse, featuring a relaxed, straightforward design with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. With such a central location, the Dover Hotel is a perfect place to explore the cultural heart of London, with iconic sights like Buckingham Palace and the Tate Britain gallery just a short distance away.
The hotel’s rooms are designed for comfort and simplicity. Each room offers essential amenities such as free Wi-Fi, TVs, and tea and coffee-making facilities, ensuring guests have all they need for a pleasant stay. Most rooms come with en-suite bathrooms, while some share facilities. The space is designed to be cozy and functional, providing guests with the perfect place to relax after a day of exploring the city. The hotel also serves a free continental breakfast in a bright and welcoming dining room, where guests can enjoy a variety of fresh options to start their day.
For added convenience, the Dover Hotel offers various amenities to enhance the guest experience. While there are no fitness centers or spas, the hotel offers a front desk service and a smoke-free environment. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the property and benefit from kid-friendly services. The hotel maintains a pet-free policy, ensuring a quiet and comfortable atmosphere for all guests. Although the hotel does not have air conditioning or a pool, its central location and easy access to public transport make it an ideal option for those wishing to explore the city without compromising on comfort.
Accessibility to public transportation is one of the hotel's strongest points. Victoria station, located just a short walk away, connects guests to the entire city through the tube, rail, and bus networks. Travel times to major London airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick, and London City Airport are reasonable, ensuring guests can quickly access the city’s main transport hubs. Whether traveling by taxi or public transit, the hotel is perfectly located to make commuting around London effortless.
Health and safety are a top priority at the Dover Hotel, with measures in place to ensure a safe and comfortable stay. Guests can rest assured knowing that the property adheres to strict cleanliness and safety protocols. The hotel also maintains a smoke-free policy to ensure a healthier and more pleasant environment for all visitors.
There is no shortage of things to do at or near the Dover Hotel. For art lovers, the nearby Tate Britain gallery is a must-visit, located just a short drive away. Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and the National Gallery are all within walking distance, offering a glimpse into London’s rich history and cultural heritage. For those interested in shopping and entertainment, the famous Oxford Street and the West End theatre district are easily accessible.
Among the top attractions near the hotel are the iconic Buckingham Palace, just 19 minutes away on foot, where guests can watch the Changing of the Guard or take a tour of the state rooms. Westminster Abbey, a symbol of British history, is only an 18-minute walk away, while the Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament are just a 10-minute stroll from the hotel. The London Eye, one of the most famous landmarks on the Thames, is only 14 minutes away.
Guests will find a variety of dining options near the hotel, with a selection of well-reviewed restaurants just a short walk or taxi ride away. For those craving Italian cuisine, TOZI Restaurant & Bar is a top choice, offering delicious Italian dishes just a 2-minute taxi ride from the hotel. The Artist Residence Clubhouse, a family-friendly restaurant, is also just a 2-minute ride away. If you prefer classic British fare, Lorne, located just 3 minutes away, serves modern British cuisine in a stylish setting. For a more casual dining experience, Stone & Grill Restaurant Victoria offers a great selection of grilled dishes.
With so much to offer in terms of location, comfort, and convenience, the Dover Hotel is the ideal place to stay while exploring London. Whether you’re in the city for business or pleasure, the hotel provides an excellent base with excellent access to transport, local attractions, and dining. We invite you to experience the charm and convenience of the Dover Hotel, where you can enjoy a relaxed stay and explore all that London has to offer.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. 6-minute drive to the Tate Britain Gallery

2. 9-minute walk to the nearest train station

3. Guests praised the service and hospitality

4. Free continental breakfast provided daily

5. Smoke-free property with kid-friendly services

6. Close proximity to Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey

7. Pet-free environment for a peaceful stay

8. Convenient access to London’s main transport hubs

9. Rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi and tea/coffee making facilities

10. Centrally located in Pimlico with easy access to the Thames Path trail


9.6 Exceptional

Location rating

Top sights

Buckingham Palace
19 min
Westminster Abbey
18 min
Big Ben
11 min
lastminute.com London Eye
14 min
The National Gallery
14 min

Nearest locations

Artist Residence Clubhouse
2 min
TOZI Restaurant & Bar, Victoria
2 min
Giraffe, Victoria
2 min
Cyprus Mangal
2 min
Lorne
3 min
Stone & Grill Restaurant Victoria
3 min
Grumbles
3 min
Kazan Restaurant
3 min
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Good to know

Check-in14:00
Check-out11:00
Location rating9.6
Nearest airportHeathrow Airport
Travel time to airport44 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Thu, Dec 05
Check-out: Fri, Dec 06
    Official Hotel

    $123

    Agoda

    $104

    Vio.com

    $106

    goseek.com

    $105

    ZenHotels.com

    $109

    Priceline

    $115


Location

42-44 Belgrave Rd, Pimlico, London SW1V 1RG, United Kingdom

Airports:

Heathrow Airport

Taxi: 44 min

Transit: 52 min

London City Airport

Taxi: 44 min

Transit: 55 min

London Luton Airport

Transit: 1 hr 7 min

Taxi: 1 hr 9 min

London Stansted Airport

Transit: 1 hr 11 min

Taxi: 1 hr 15 min

London Gatwick Airport

Transit: 53 min

Taxi: 1 hr 17 min

London Southend Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 25 min

Transit: 1 hr 36 min

Transit:

Victoria

Walking: 9 min

Waterloo

Taxi: 14 min

Walking: 41 min

Marylebone

Taxi: 17 min

Walking: 1 hr 2 min

Bond Street

Taxi: 14 min

Walking: 44 min

Tottenham Court Road

Taxi: 17 min

Walking: 51 min


Nearby locations

9.6

Exceptional Location

Pimlico

Elegant district with Thames Path trail, St. George’s Square Garden & pubs on Vauxhall Bridge Road.

Top Attractions

Top Restaurants


Amenities and Facilities

Pets

No pets

Services

Front desk

Policies & payments

Smoke-free property

Food & drink

Restaurant

Breakfast

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

No pools

No hot tub

Rooms

No air conditioning


Reviews

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Nat Z

5/5
5 stars, in line with expectations. The hotel was just what we needed for a short stay to see Hamilton. The building is a little shabby, carpet worn etc, but has a nice old hotel feel. …

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Camille Weidner

4/5
Dover Hotel was a good fit for our short stay in London. Reasonably priced, very conveniently located, about 5 minutes walk from Victoria Station. The hotel was very clean, and felt very safe, and staff were very friendly. This is certainly a no frills location. There's no lift for luggage, our room was little other than a bed and a shower (we had a shared bathroom option), and breakfast was cereal, yogurt, and fresh toast. If you're just in need of a safe place to sleep and keep your things, I'd definitely recommend this spot.

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Greg Johnson

4/5
On the whole not a bad stay. However we were given rooms on the top floor with five landings and there is no elevator. So you have to lug your bags all the way to the top floor. Our room had a shower and sink, but no toilet. There was a shared toilet on our floor, shared by all guests on that floor.

Room 3

Service 4

Location5

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Joseph Gjata

4/5
Certainly a budget hotel with small rooms, narrow (and slightly uneven) staircases, and very simple breakfast (toast & jam, cereal, yogurt) with little seating in the basement.However, rooms were very clean, bathroom was updated, and reception staff were incredibly friendly and helpful.Not the kind of hotel to enjoy the room/amenities, but certainly good value near both Victoria station and Buckingham Palace.

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C Osorio

2/5
Very simple Hotel, with one of the worst breakfasts ive ever had in my travel live, even for a 2 star Hotel. Cleaning of the rooms bad, dirty bed sheets (probably mould), the cleaning person could not manage for a whole week to clean the outside of the sink where toothpaste was stuck on it. in general the sinks looked disgusting. After one night, the toilet and shower did not work, maintenance cleared this within hours👌I cannot recommend this Hotel, far too expensive for things you get

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Andy Williamson-Ward

3/5
Comfortable and clean with friendly staff. Please note that the rooms and bathrooms are very small. Take care using the showers as the base of the shower becomes extremely slippery whilst in it and my wife fell over in it.Breakfast is very basic and not much variety.

Room 3

Service 4

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Eunji S

3/5
We were assigned a room in the basement, which was a bit shabby but quite large with four beds. There was no A/C. With a fan, it was not too bad for a night, but may be difficult for a few hot days during summer. …

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Andrea Acevedo

2/5
Our room was at the very top with extremely narrow spiral stairs that we had to carry luggage up and down. The room was so small we could barely move in it. No a/c. Carpet was older than dirt. Breakfast was toast and cereal. Milk and yogurt had been left out so they were warm. This was way too expensive for what we got. Very disappointed. A hostil would have been better.

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Sara Brunette

4/5
In the pictures you will see a big building but the hotel is just one little part of the building, the rest of the building has other hotels too.It does not have an elevator. There are some rooms on the first floor. The stairs are very narrow and deep. It is very clean, the room is clean every day, I did not see the thing you hang up on the door to don't disturb. The room is very small, you don't get any toiletries, the breakfast is in the basement, and they have cold cereal, juice, coffee, and hot chocolate. They offer yogurt and toasted bread.If you are going to spend your vacations in the hotel, this is not a good recommendation to stay, but if you need a place to rest and recharge for the next day on your vacations I definitely recommend it.

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Aric S. Queen

5/5
Fantastic little hotel at a great price, with an incredibly kind (and patient) staff. Perfectly located to the train / bus station. Will absolutely be back.

Room 5

Service 5

Location5