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Western Gateway | Royal Victoria Dock, London E16 1AL, England
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Crowne Plaza London - Docklands
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4.0 of 5 stars 371 Reviews
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Toronto,Canada
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
“Best Part was the Service”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012

Stayed at this hotel for a week recently. Had a very pleasant stay.

The best part of this hotel was the service. Everyone we encountered was polite and did whatever they could to help us. Of particular note was the staff that operated the breakfast service. They were super, and I felt that they all worked as a team to make sure everyone in the restaurant was well taken after. Any extra requests we made on the first day were always remembered for future mornings which was amazing. Jamal in particular really made an effort to help me out.

The room was very clean and housekeeping did a great job. The windows aren't the thickest and we could definitely hear the planes landing/taking off at London city airport nearby. Luckily the planes don't continue into the night so it wasn't really a problem for us.

One thing that disappointed me is that there are no safes in the rooms - you have to take your valuables down to a safety deposit box located in a room behind the main desk. I think Crowne Plaza should really change that, I would much prefer to have my valuables in a room safe with me.

Also, both of our room keys deactivated about three times during our stay which was annoying to have to go down to get them refreshed. Don't know why but the same day mine would deactivate my husband's would as well.

You also only get 30 minutes of free wifi per day in the room and I found the internet rates quite expensive. Plus it was annoying that you have to wait exactly 24 hours to get your free 30 minutes the next day. So if we used the internet at 8pm one day, we had to wait until 8pm the next day for our daily quota. Also something I wish this hotel would change.

All in all a great stay and would recommend the place for people who want a clean hotel with great service.

Room Tip: The fifth floor is supposedly the quiet floor although that is the floor we were on and you could he...
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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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DGMLondonDocklands, Guest Relations Manager at Crowne Plaza London - Docklands, responded to this review
22 February 2012
Dear Reviewer,

The team and I were delighted to read you enjoyed your experience and the facilities at the Crowne Plaza London Docklands. We always try to tailor your experience around you and ensure that we try to meet and where possible exceed our guest’s expectations.

Jamal was thrilled to be mentioned regarding his excellent customer service and I will personally pass your comments and compliments on to the rest of the team.

Regarding the room keys, as they are magnetised, when going through a security barrier or property with a magnetic entrance they may be invalidated. I do apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused you.

In terms of the safes in the rooms, I understand using the safes located at reception may have been an inconvenience for you. 20% of all our rooms contain safes, however this is something we are looking into and working towards.

Our internet pricing was reviewed towards the end of last year and are in line with our local competitors, however I am sorry that you found this to be overpriced.

Overall I was thrilled to read your stay was a positive one overall and I would like to thank you for continuing to recommend the Crowne Plaza London Docklands to colleagues, family and friends.

I look forward to welcoming you back to the Crowne Plaza London Docklands

Kind Regards

Zoeb Manji
Guest Services Manager
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England
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Expectations Met Evertytime”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012

There is nothing to fault about this Hotel. It has the right star rating and every member of staff I have come across has been excellent. I have been a regular guest at this Hotel for the last 12 months and you should have no issue with booking your stay here. The star of the Hotel is Richard behind the bar.

Room Tip: 2 for 1 nights on IHG website make it also good value
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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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DGMLondonDocklands, Guest Relations Manager at Crowne Plaza London - Docklands, responded to this review
22 February 2012
Dear Reviewer,

Thank you for sharing your extremely positive review following your most recent visit to the Crowne Plaza London Docklands.

We pride ourselves on providing a comfortable stay with excellent customer service and a genuine smile and I am delighted that your expectations are exceeded every time you stay with us.

I will certainly pass on your compliments to Richard who I’m sure will be thrilled to be mentioned. I will also share your comments with the rest of my colleagues.

I look forward to welcoming you back to the Crowne Plaza London Docklands in the near future.

Warm regards,

Zoeb Manji
Guest Services Manager.
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Nottingham, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Nice Hotel for ExCel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012

I stayed here with my partner for 3 nights in February whilst exhibiting at the ExCel centre. The front desk staff very helpful and friendly. My partner & his colleagues were very impressed they had a member of staff speaking Greek (As they are from Greece). The lobby was welcoming, extremely warm after coming in from the snow. Our room was tidy, and clean as was our bathroom with nice white fluffy towels. The room soon warmed up using the thermostat in the room. The beds were ridiculously comfortable (With spare pillows in the wardrobe). There was an iron, ironing board and hairdryer as well as tea & coffee making facilities. I believe that the internet was slightly overpriced. We paid 15.99 for 24 hours of internet, and it was not wi-fi, you had to connect it so you had to sit at the desk with it... Apart from that it's a great hotel with lovely features and if you're lucky - an amazing view of the o2 and much of London.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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DGMLondonDocklands, Guest Relations Manager at Crowne Plaza London - Docklands, responded to this review
9 February 2012
Dear Reviewer,

Thank you for your great review in regards to your recent stay with us at the Crowne Plaza London Docklands.

The team and I were delighted to read you enjoyed your experience and the hotels facilities. We always try to tailor your experience around you and ensure that we try to meet and where possible exceed our guests expectations.

It was also nice to read you were impressed with our staff, they do an excellent job and it is good to see they are recognised for their hard work.

In regards to our internet pricing, they were reviewed last year and are in line with our local competitors, however I am sorry that you found this to be overpriced.

Overall I am thrilled we made your trip extra special and I would be delighted to welcome you back to the Crowne Plaza London Docklands in the near future.

Yours Sincerely

Zoeb Manji
Guest Services Manager
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Exeter, United Kingdom
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“"Our Hero"”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

An overnight booking on Saturday night following a concert at the O2 was the purpose of our stay! Leaving the O2 to our horror the snow had put pay to our trip back on the underground. After 4 hours of trying to get back to the hotel, we decided to check the 'key' to our room and found your phone number printed on it.. Thank you so so so much to the hotel/taxi driver that drove 30mins to pick us up and take us back. Excellent service, we are so grateful!!! Cath & Co

Stayed February 2012, travelled with friends
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DGMLondonDocklands, Guest Relations Manager at Crowne Plaza London - Docklands, responded to this review
9 February 2012
Dear Reviewer,

I would like to thank you for choosing to stay at the Crowne Plaza London Docklands hotel and for sharing your review regarding your positive stay with us.

At the Crowne Plaza Docklands we constantly strive to achieve excellent customer service and exceed guest expectations and it is nice to know our staff’s hard work is appreciated.

We take great care to ensure our guests get to and from their destinations safely, and if there is ever anything our guest relations team can do to assist, they would be happy to oblige.

I have passed your comments onto our staff, and I’m sure they will be as delighted as I, to read your stay was an extremely positive one.

I look forward to welcoming you back to the Crowne Plaza Docklands in the near future.

Kind Regards
Zoeb Manji
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Zurich, Switzerland
2 reviews
“great hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012

Was on congress in ExCel (www.ciscolivelondon.com) and stayed 4 days in the Crowne Plaza.

Hotel was great. Nice room and very friendly and helpful employees. I was only eating breakfast there so I don't know anything about the dinner and the bar. Breakfast was great.

I can really recommend this hotel.

  • Stayed February 2012, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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DGMLondonDocklands, Guest Relations Manager at Crowne Plaza London - Docklands, responded to this review
6 February 2012
Dear Reviewer,

Thank you for choosing to stay with us at the Crowne Plaza London Docklands.

The team and I are delighted to read you enjoyed your stay with us and your expectations were exceeded. We aim to ensure every guest is looked after to the highest standard and to ensure their stay is as memorable and unique as possible.

Thank you for continuing to recommend the Crowne Plaza London Docklands to colleagues, family and friends.

Kind Regards

Zoeb Manji
Guest Services Manager
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