The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 9-minute walk to Thames River

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Bar (on property)
Double Room, Ensuite
Double Room, Ensuite
Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec

Explore the area

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Wellington Street, Gravesend, England, DA12 1JA
  • Place, Gravesend Gurdwara
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gravesend Clocktower
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cold War Bunker
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LGW-Gatwick)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Triple Room, Ensuite (Triple/Superking)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Gravesend

The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel places you steps from Gravesend Gurdwara and within a 10-minute stroll of Thames River. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Gravesend hotel, attractions include Bluewater Shopping Centre and Brands Hatch Circuit.

What's nearby

  • Gravesend Gurdwara - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gravesend Clocktower - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pocahontas Statue - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gravesend Pier Ferry Terminal - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cold War Bunker - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Gravesend Station - 8 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪TJ's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Goose Gravesend - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Compass Ale House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Grapes - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Taj - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel

Hotel with free parking, 9-minute walk to Thames River
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel offers 4 accommodations. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
This property accepts credit cards
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 and Mastercard.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel?

The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel?

As of 16 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel on 11 Dec 2025 start from NZ$196.12, 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 The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel?

Yep, The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel?

The closest beach to The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel is Thorney Bay Beach (16.8 km).

Does The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, breakfast is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel?

No, The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Jolly Drayman Pub and 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 The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Jolly Drayman Pub and Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 61 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was very clean and even though there was a connecting door to the next room, I didn't hear any noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Exceptional

Lovely traditional English pub with friendly staff and locals.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location the young girl that was behind the bar checked us in and was very helpful and polite much better than I was expecting would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient for the Temple wedding we attended, lovely English pub, very efficient and friendly staff from reception, bar staff, cleaner , all great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

Fabulous

Absolutely loved it photos dont do it justice . Ive stayed in many hotels but this had everything for whst i needed at this time . And staff was lovely and friendly despite reading about rude staff i found them all very welcoming and i will be bk if im in the area
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

K

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleased with quiet, comfortable stay in a well kept clean hotel within walking distance of Siri Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara and Gravesend Railway Station
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Reasonable hotel close to the town.

The Jolly Drayman is conveniently located close to the town. I have found it a reasonable hotel for short stays.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was basic but it suited us very well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Ladi

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

alison

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really clean and everyone as so friendly would defiantly stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
People very friendly. Will definitely use them again when we're in this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were a credit to the establishment, service was attentive, check in / out was very efficient, assistance was provided with my heavy luggage facilities within the room were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The check in staff were friendly and accommodating. The location was good for our requirement. Nice pub and most of the locals were friendly. Felt unwelcomed with the seating in the non-operational bar where we were trying to accommodate the viewing of the game for the other guests. Felt blamed for parking in the space provided as directed by staff; there was no signage saying that the area was to be kept clear as this is a fire exit. However, alternative parking provided relatively quickly. Also, the fan provided in the room did not work.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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

Lovely staff!

Really lovely staff that made sure we had a good weekend since we wasn’t from round there!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Staff & service
Good band playing. Happy friendly customers.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service, staff were very welcoming and made us feel at home, Annette was amazing! She gave us detailed recommendations about what we could do and what restaurants were around town etc. Thank you Annette! 😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Miles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely pub with great ales right next door to the fantastic Gurdwara Sikh temple. We got to look around and felt treated like royalty.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

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

Gteat.place to stay clean friendly great location

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with TV, microwave,Fridge and kettle but unfortunately there wasn't a bin
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet for a Friday night. Room had everything we needed, including a microwave and fridge which we didn't actually need ! Convenient location and good beer to boot !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Periwinkle

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Won’t recommend this place.

I would not stay here again. The bedsheet had hair/dust, kettle in the room wasn’t too clean, there was only a single cup besides the fact that I booked a king double room and the floor mat in the toilet was untidy. The exhaust fan looked as if it was not cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Moxii

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Subramaniyam

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023