"Here again for another cycling race at Gravesend. There are closer hotels, and we are only here for the electricity, but without that tie, would we still stay here? Well looked after and made to feel at home, so probably yes."
"There are many good things about this hotel and I would stay here again.
My negatives were although the cooked options were good why does a four star establishment provide mostly tinned fruit at breakfast and yogurt in tubs. You used to be better than this.
I also went for a swim at 6.30pm on a Friday to find that two thirds of the pool was taken by classes. I found that there is a list available for club members but not hotel guests. I could also have been informed as I went to get changed but instead sat by the poolside for a wasted 30 minutes and could not use the facility for exercise. Not surprisingly I was less than happy.
This review is not to help travellers plan better but for staff to provide a better environment for those guests."
"The location was wonderful, in a lovely village with green spaces and a beautiful church. Lots of bars and restaurants nearby. Train station was 5mins walk away and the buses stop across the road from the hotel. Very clean room, breakfast had everything you would want and lovely gardens out the back. The staff were very friendly and helpful and a late night drink in the bar was perfect before a good slin the comfy bed. Would definitely recommend The Clarendon."
"The hotel is set in beautiful surroundings. I was lucky to receive a room which overlooked the lake. Although there was no balcony, I was able to open the window & hear the noise of the ducks and water rippling.
Good selection of food in the bar & variety of seating with couple of tvs to watch the football.
Rooms were a bit dated but the beds were comfortable & there was tea & coffee making facilities. The main reason I stated “dated” was the large wash basin looked like it was from the 70s & shower over the bath (one of my major bug bears. How many people want a bath in a hotel when they are travelling or only staying a night or two).
Overall, value for money & taking into account the setting, I would certainly stay again."
"When we arrived it was slightly early but our room was ready and we were given an upgrade to a free breakfast, which was delicious! The choice of food was excellent.
The hotel was a beautiful boat, felt very sumptuous and the room was enormous!! It was double the size of a normal London hotel room.
I would happily stay at The Sunborn again and would highly recommend staying there."
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What is a motel?
Motel properties often include free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. The term "motel" was conceived in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.
These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: The Vines Park, Kent Downs and River Thames. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Diggerland, Cliffe Pools and Monkey Bizz. Some historical places you might want to see include Cooling Castle Barn, Restoration House and Medway Little Theatre. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Dickens' Swiss Chalet, Temple Manor and Strood Leisure Centre.
What's the weather like in Rochester?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Rochester to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Rochester is 757 mm.
What are my options for getting around Rochester while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Rochester to help you navigate your stay: Fly into London (SEN-Southend), which is located 14.9 mi (24 km) from the city centre. Otherwise, you can search for flights to London (LCY-London City), which is 21.2 mi (34.2 km) away. If you want to travel outside the city, hop on a train from Rochester Station, Strood Station or Cuxton Station.