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The Hotel Continental

28 - 29 Marine Parade | Dovercourt, Harwich CO12 3RG, England
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Ranked #5 of 6 hotels in Harwich
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Leeds, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 November 2012

I have stayed at Hotel Continental every year since 1997 (I think!). Gordon & Blossom, the proprietors, are great hosts and do everything in their power to make their guests at home. The bedrooms are exquisite; each has its own individual character. I've stayed in most of them down the years! Great location on Dovercourt Promenade. See the giant Containerships... More

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Cromwell, New Zealand
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2012

My wife and I enjoyed our two night's stay at The Hotel Continental. We were in a double room (No 14). The room was clean, well appointed and the bed comfortable. The bathroom was excellent and far better than you would normally find in a two star hotel. There are some delightful quirky features that add to the attraction of... More

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Management response:
24 June 2012

Thank you very much for writing a review and we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We were in a television programme in April and received hate mail from people who had not stayed here which is upsetting as we don't think we deserve it. We're sorry that you couldn't reach us at Breakfast and will remedy the bell.... More

Colchester
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

Amazing rooms, great food. Full of character. Go if you are open minded and want something different!

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BlossomDovercourt, Owner at The Hotel Continental, responded to this review
20 April 2012

Thank you very much for your wonderful endorsement. More

Liverpool, England
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

Had a dreadful weekend stay at this hotel. Found the decor seedy and the room in need of a good clean. Proprietor was definitely odd - not a nice person at all and made us feel quite uncomfortable. Breakfast was tepid - when it eventually arrived. Definitely one to avoid

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BlossomDovercourt, Owner at The Hotel Continental, responded to this review
20 April 2012

This review again appeared after our television coverage and is we believe thoroughly dishonest. Why did it take from November 2011 until April 13th 2012 for this reviewer to throw this dirt.? More

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Canterbury
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

Having regular business in holland i have stayed in most hotels in harwich. after seeing this hotel on a recent chanel 4 programme i decided to give it a go so that i could judge for myself. i will never stay in another hotel again. The rooms were spotlessly clean and imaginatlvly designed, the staff friendly and efficient, and the... More

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London
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

This Hotel was probably the worst Hotel we have ever stayedin. The room was not very clean, the toilet was dirty and we found hairs in the bed. The breakfast service was very slow and when it did arrive it was cold. The two hosts were quite hostile especially the man. It did not help that he appeared dirty and... More

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BlossomDovercourt, Owner at The Hotel Continental, responded to this review
20 April 2012

The television programme '4 in a bed' featured us week beginning 9th April until 13th April. It's very strange that these bad reviews suddenly appeared after our hotel was featured. We believe these comments are a composite taken from the reviews of other hotels featured in the programme as we don't recognise any of the issues raised. More

2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012 via mobile

This is a haunt created out of depravity. Bathroom dirty and smells. Owners off hand and he, odious.

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Chesterfield, United Kingdom
1 review
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 November 2011

I travel the country on business and soon get fed up with the faceless, 'lodge' type accomodation usually frequented by business travellers. Every now and again, I take a punt and try local, small and privately owned hotels to see what crops up! I reckon the Continental is a gem when taking everything into consideration. First impressions from the outside... More

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BlossomDovercourt, Owner at The Hotel Continental, responded to this review
20 April 2012

Thank you very much for your words of appreciation of our hotel. I was away at the time of your stay and it is particularly heartening to know that our staff looked after you so well. You are welcome back to see the small changes that we keep making. More

Oullins, France
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 July 2011

My room was very small but it was largely compensated by the fantastic sea view right in front of my bed! I opted to sleep without the curtains, a nice experience! The hotel was calm, and the street as well. The room was clean enough. I would recommend this hotel definitely.

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Sussex
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 June 2011

So the decor isn't "corporate bland" - thank goodness! A warm welcome on a wet night. Room very clean & comfortable, everything worked. Shower room/wc clean & modern, shower good temp. Excellent full cooked breakfast, freshly prepared & tasty. Free on-street parking. Certainly a hotel I'd certainly choose to stay in again.

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Also Known As:
Continental Hotel Harwich
The Hotel Continental Harwich, UK - England
Address: 28 - 29 Marine Parade | Dovercourt, Harwich CO12 3RG, England
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Region: United Kingdom > England > Essex > Harwich
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Free Parking Restaurant
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Ranked #5 of 6 hotels in Harwich
Price Range: $$
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