The Dover

2.0 star property
Guesthouse with a 24-hour front desk, near Buckingham Palace

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Comfort Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Room amenity
Staircase
Front of property

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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42-44 Belgrave Rd, Victoria, London, England, SW1V 1RG
  • Place, Victoria Station Travel Information Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Apollo Victoria Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Thames River
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 75 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 95 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 95 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Quadruple Room (Family)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 84 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Quint Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

London

The Dover places you in London City Centre, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as Victoria Station Travel Information Centre and Thames River. The 34 rooms at this guesthouse include coffee makers and TVs.

What's nearby

  • Victoria Station Travel Information Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Apollo Victoria Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Victoria Palace Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Thames River - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • London (ZEP-Victoria Train Station) - 7 min walk
  • Victoria Underground Station - 7 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Queens Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Marquis of Westminster - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Prince Of Wales - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Victoria Taps - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cyprus Mangal - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Dover

Guesthouse with a 24-hour front desk, near Buckingham Palace
Guests of The Dover enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and TVs. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, safes, and phones.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Dover Hotel
Dover Hotel London
Dover House London
Dover House
The Dover Hotel London, England
Dover London
Dover Guesthouse London
The Dover London

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Dover?

The Dover offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Dover?

This guesthouse is situated in London City Centre within a short 18-minute walk of Buckingham Palace and also 13 minutes on foot from Thames River. You'll also find Sloane Square and Westminster Abbey less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Dover?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer parking.

Does The Dover have a casino on the premises?

No, The Dover doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Dover?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Does The Dover have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Dover have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Dover doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Dover allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Dover.

Does The Dover have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Dover?

The closest major airport to The Dover is London City Airport (LCY), which is 11.9 mi away (56 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 16.1 mi away (47-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Dover?

No, at The Dover, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

The Dover Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 259 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 430 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 199 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1008 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t offered breakfast. Was hungry
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mattias

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Could be better...

Very limited breakfast options. The single beds for the kids were ok but the double was very hard. Subpar ventilation. Good location near Victoria Station.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

NATALIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was warmly welcomed. I was apprehensive because my English isn't great, but all the staff were very welcoming. It was a wonderful experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

kelly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean small comfortable room. Can have many stairs depending on where your room is. Many restaurants and coffee shops nearby. Convenient for buses and metro.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Christian

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for dollar. Everything was basic but clean. Location is excellent. Walking distance to Victoria station (coach, Gatwick express train and tube). If you have mobility issues this hotel is not for you as there are no lifts and the breakfast area is down a flight of stairs. Our only complaint, there was no hot water for our morning shower.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location was very good, near Victoria station. Hotel was acceptable for a budget hotel. No elevator but hotel clerk carried my bag up and down the stairs for me. He also flagged a taxi for me, very helpful. It is an older hotel so all was good, buy a new rug going up the stairs would be good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Betty Ann

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was within walking distance of most attractions. The light breakfast was just what we needed to get us going in the morning.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Key, Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is convenient to Victoria Station. The room is cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Beatriz

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is near the train station and walkable to all the main turist area. Other hotels in the area. The front desk are very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Double bed far too small and hard as a rock and not enough pillows . Everything else was grand for the price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great little spot

Great little spot in the middle of London. Very nice staff, clean rooms, new clean bathroom. The beds where a little hard and the room was small, but we where only there to sleep in the night so it didnt really matter. We didnt expect this but everyday when we had been out and about, the room had been cleaned and the beds made. The breakfast where there but nothing to brag about, and the room to eat it where very tiny and we had to wait until there was room for us to come in and eat 😅 But all in all we had a great time there and would gladly come again (but would eat breakfast out)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Leslaw

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Julie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The. Room and bed were TINY.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very convenient location, Easy access to all cafes restaurants and shops. Room was very hot despite having a fan and quite small
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the friendly, kind staff who went out of their way to help me.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mohammad

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very small old, doesn’t have ventilation , one small fan in a room with 4 beds, the bathroom is super small, the door cannot be locked. The rooms are small paid too much to be in the basement, have to leave the door open all night to get some air in the room.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location near Victoria Station, clean tiny room and tiny bathroom, very unappetizing breakfast room in basement and we skipped breakfast altogether. Front desk staff friendly and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very good accommodation and location for the price paid. Room was compact but very clean with good shower and bathroom facilities. Kettle and tea/coffee in room was great to have. Checkin and departure was smooth, with friendly front desk staff who are on hand 24 hrs. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Towels were dirty and the breakfast poor. Not a chance To get anything gluten free, even though requested In advance.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff allowed us to leave our bags until our room was ready for an early check-in. Only downside was the fan in the room which was loud and didn’t help cool the room down at all sadly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anne Lee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025