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King Charles Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Gillingham with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Property grounds
Indoor wedding
Outdoor wedding area
Quadruple Room
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Explore the area

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Brompton Road, Gillingham, England, ME7 5QT
  • Historic Dockyard Chatham
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Rochester Castle
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Rochester Cathedral
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • London (LCY-London City)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room (4 Poster )

Deluxe Room (4 Poster )

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Quadruple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

About the area

Gillingham

At King Charles Hotel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Medway Park Sports Centre and Chatham Naval Memorial. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Aurora, serves British cuisine. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Gillingham hotel include Bluewater Shopping Centre and Leeds Castle.

What's nearby

  • Historic Dockyard Chatham - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rochester Castle - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Rochester Cathedral - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Gillingham Business Park - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Diggerland - 9 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Gillingham Station - 12 min walk
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min walk
  • Chefs Delight Café
  • Past and Present Micropub
  • ‪The Will Adams - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The King George V - ‬8 min walk

About this property

King Charles Hotel

Hotel in Gillingham with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 5 meeting rooms available. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly King Charles Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Gillingham hotel is smoke free.

  • 97 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
King Charles Hotel offers 97 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Hebrew, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Aurora

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of GBP 50.00 per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: GBP 50.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at King Charles Hotel?

King Charles Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at King Charles Hotel?

As of 16 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at King Charles Hotel on 17 Aug 2025 start from NZ$107.40, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at King Charles Hotel?

Yep, King Charles Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to King Charles Hotel?

The closest beach to King Charles Hotel is Thorney Bay Beach (14.1 km).

Does King Charles Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, visitors love the free continental brekkie here! Served daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at King Charles Hotel?

No, King Charles Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at King Charles Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at King Charles Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

King Charles Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 420 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 382 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1002 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

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

8/10 Good

Rishi

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good stay plenty of parking

Work stay .. average age of guests was 70 That said place was old but all good, food was homemade and everyone was pleasant especially Ruby
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Outside of hotel lets the visit down - driver off r oh ad a bit shabby Staff very friendly and helpful Rooms comfortable Breakfast good quality and very well served
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely, family run hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend stay

Comfortable room. Spacious and clean. Friendly staff. Breakfast was reasonable considering it was included in price. Chose to have an evening meal ( lasagne). Great portion size and fab tasting ! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mindaugas

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

simon

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Customer service

Couldn't make the day booked for emergency medical reasons, asked polity if we could change the date . I was told in no uncertain terms NO .very bad service. .... AVOID
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
N DC o Mot
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place nice pint
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shabu

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sonia

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel ok and good location for what we needed. Could do with being renovated.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ousman

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sylvia

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff incredibly friendly and helpful. Made us very welcome. We took a dog and she was made welcome too. Room was large and plenty of room in the bathroom. Overall a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for 1 night for a near by family wedding. Nice hotel , not grand but clean comfortable and friendly. Reception very helpful, nothing was to much trouble. The staff were very polite helpful and everyone sported a smile. Would stay here again Very good value.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top notch 👌
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bev

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were comfortable, clean and spacious. Menu was excellent and food was lovely. Breakfast was fab. Staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was kind and friendly. We felt safe there
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

1 night stay

Hotel a little outdated in decor but bed was comfy and there's plenty of space in the rooms. Breakfast ok, but would have liked a little more choice in hot drinks as only filter coffee, no latte or cappuccino.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parag

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Staff & service

A bit dated but nice

It needs a bit upgraded the staff were very friendly its in a good location. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay as Im not hard to please. Breakfast was very tasty.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfort bed, great breakfast and parking, very pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025