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Hotel DC

Stay at Hotel DC in London, featuring free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and bike storage in a Victorian building. Close to Tower of London and Heathrow Airport.

207 Romford Rd, London E7 9HL, United Kingdom View on map
8.8/10
Very Good Based on 472 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Paid parking Accessible Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort and convenient location for practical stays

Recent guests highlight clean, well-maintained rooms with friendly, helpful staff, and appreciate simple but satisfying breakfast options. The hotel’s location offers easy access to transport and nearby shops, though some advise caution in the immediate neighborhood after dark.

Guests often praise

  • Clean, modern, and well-furnished rooms with effective heating and air conditioning
  • Friendly, welcoming, and very helpful 24/7 staff
  • Included breakfast is simple but plentiful, with a highly appreciated free coffee machine available throughout the day
  • Convenient proximity to Stratford Station and local supermarkets and eateries
  • Extras like bike storage, on-site paid parking (with prior booking), and a comfortable lounge area

Worth knowing

  • Rooms tend to be small but practical; some report minor issues like bright emergency lighting in rooms
  • Location is in a residential area with some guests advising caution after dark, especially solo female travelers
  • Breakfast offerings are consistent daily, though somewhat basic and lacking fresh vegetables
  • Not a hotel geared towards nightlife or luxury experiences, but functional for transit and short stays
  • No on-site restaurant, fitness center, or airport shuttle facilities

Best for

  • Visitors seeking practical, comfortable accommodation near Stratford transport links
  • Business travelers or solo guests valuing cleanliness and friendly service
  • Families needing adjoining rooms and a quiet base for exploring
  • Guests looking for affordable stays with included breakfast and easy access to central London
  • Travelers with bicycles, thanks to available bike storage on site
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About this property

Welcome to Hotel DC

Hotel DC is a practical choice set within a Victorian brick building on Romford Road in a residential area near Wanstead Flats park. The hotel offers straightforward, clean rooms that provide basic amenities such as air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and a 24-hour reception. Guests note the rooms are small but well-maintained, with heating and comfortable showers cited as positives. The atmosphere is relaxed, and free breakfast with a simple, traditional British selection is included, alongside round-the-clock complimentary coffee.

The location borders a quieter neighborhood featuring Indian eateries and conventional pubs, making it suitable for visitors seeking a calm stay rather than a bustling nightlife. The hotel is a short walk from Stratford train and Elizabeth line stations, providing convenient access to central London and popular attractions such as the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, and St. Paul's Cathedral. Some reviewers have advised caution in the area after dark, particularly for solo female travelers.

Facilities are limited; while there is paid parking available and bike storage on-site, the property does not offer amenities such as a pool, restaurant, fitness center, or airport shuttle. The smoke-free hotel focuses on essential services that appeal to business travelers, families, and solo guests looking for a clean and affordable base. Free Wi-Fi and breakfast add practical value, although the absence of on-site dining requires guests to explore nearby options.

Guest feedback is mostly positive regarding cleanliness, friendly staff, and value for money, with some mentioning minor drawbacks like occasional noise and basic breakfast variety. The property stands out for its helpful staff and functional rooms rather than luxury or extensive features. It is a reasonable choice for visitors prioritizing location and straightforward accommodation over extra comforts.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Paid parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Business center
Pet-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

MA
Muhammad Azeem Apr 19, 2026
8.0

My stay and experience at Hotel DC, Stratford was unexpectedly really good. I was concerned initially due to some reviews here on Booking and on Google reporting about bed bugs and old condition of the hotel. I was given a room on the 2nd floor and apart from usual stains on the floor caused by the footfall a hotel gets, the whole experience was very good. I will recommend this hotel (review written in Jan. 2026) to anyone needing to stay in this area. Thank you

BH
Ben Hanson Apr 18, 2026
10

Rooms are small but very well furnished and very clean. Everything throughout looks very new and we'll maintained. The staff are great. Very friendly and welcoming. Breakfast included is fairly simple but plentiful, and good enough quality. The always-available free coffee machine is a real bonus. There are a couple of small supermarkets nearby, some shops and restaurants but it's not a going-out destination. Reception desk has snacks available for sale.

RR
Ryan Reece Apr 14, 2026
10

Having stayed one-week for work, the room does exactly as it needs to; with both heating and air conditioning to ensure the optimal temperature. The shower facilities are really good also. The staff are superb. 24-hour manned reception desk and everybody has been extremely helpful. Every morning is met with pleasantries and every evening wishing you a good sleep. I would highly recommend. I will certainly stay again.

LK
Lukáš Konvalinka Mar 20, 2026
10

we used the accommodation during the end of January when the price was 173 pounds for 3 nights for 2 adults. we got a cozy room on the lower ground floor with a private bathroom. in terms of price/performance it was probably the best you could get. we had breakfast included which was traditional british every morning. breakfast was the same every morning, but I wouldn't see a problem with that, there was a choice of more dishes, we just missed some vegetables, we bought them ourselves in a nearby shop. a big advantage was the 24/7 accessible coffee machine and free lemonade. the hotel is located a 10 minute walk from the railway elizabeth line, which takes you directly to the city center. however, the hotel is located on a poorer street where it is good to be careful after dark. the typical inhabitants of this location are muslims, so I would not recommend returning to the hotel after dark for women traveling alone. The only thing that was bad in the room was the emergency light on the ceiling of the room which shone with a bright green light all night after all the lights were turned off. so I recommend an eye cover for sleeping. otherwise if we return to London next time, I will happily return to the same hotel.

AB
Andy Buckley Jan 25, 2026
10

Great place to stop for my overnight visit. Just a 20m walk from Stratford Station too. Rooms modern clean and tidy. Staff very friendly. English breakfast was basic but reasonable With free refills on coffee available throughout my stay.

JR
Jade Raspison Jan 17, 2026
10

Bit of a late review but I was a first time solo traveller, I stayed here Oct 24-27 2025, I have friends in surrounding areas and I stayed here as it was close to places I wanted to be including MCM comicon! - was a little anxious they didn’t let my friend to the room with me when I first got there. Other than that 0 complaints was clean friendly and more than helpful. No bed bugs or any other bugs at all (despite prior reviews) breakfast was simple but nice. Staff were friendly, rooms were clean and very hygienic and well ventilated. Would definitely return!

JN
Jay Nair Jan 06, 2026
10

We stayed as a group of four adults with two children under 12, and the hotel thoughtfully arranged two adjacent rooms for us, which worked perfectly. The rooms were pristine, modern, and exceptionally clean, with no corners cut when it came to facilities. We had everything we needed—TV, heating and cooling, tea and coffee-making facilities, a modern shower, and plenty of power sockets. I particularly loved the generous space in the room, which made it easy to move around and store luggage comfortably. We opted for the full English breakfast, which was excellent included as part of the room booking. Customer service throughout the hotel was top-notch, with staff available 24/7 and always happy to help. On-site parking is available with prior booking, and there’s also the option to extend your stay with a late checkout, which was very convenient. Breakfast can get a little busy depending on the season, but it was well managed by the staff. The buffet was well stocked with a generous selection of hot food, and everything ran smoothly. The lounge area was another highlight, with comfortable sofas, a TV to relax by, and complimentary drinks and coffee available 24/7. Overall, I was genuinely impressed by the quality and service at this property and would happily stay here again. It’s ideal for families and is conveniently located—just a 10-minute drive from Westfield and Stratford train stations. Highly recommended.

KMH
K M Hasan (GeniusVFX) Jan 02, 2026
10

Neat and clean professional services lift was useful free coffee was great toilet was clean and enough toilet paper was available front side car park was good warm shower and heating ran perfectly guests liked it street side bus stops were helpful. Staffs were friendly and helpful.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Hotel DC

London, United Kingdom

Residential area bordering expansive Wanstead Flats park, with Indian eateries & traditional pubs.

  • Stratford 24 min Walk
  • Barking 1 hr 20 Walk
  • Forest Gate 13 min Walk
  • Heathrow Airport 1 hr 17 Car · 1 hr 2 Transit
  • London Gatwick Airport 1 hr 15 Car · 1 hr 39 Transit
  • London Stansted Airport 43 min Car · 1 hr 26 Transit
Things to do nearby

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