Publove The Crown

The rooms felt very cramped, and the bottom bunk was hard to use because it was practically on the floor. Still, everything was clean and tidy, the staff were friendly, and there are useful amenities nearby. It’s an affordable place to stay, with a nice pub downstairs. Minus one point.

The neighbourhood is great, with a large supermarket about five minutes away. It’s a bit far from the Underground, but there are several buses and a train station close by. My bed was clean and comfortable, and each bed has a locker. The bathrooms were clean and the shower had warm water. The rooms get very warm and have poor ventilation, almost unbearable in summer. I also found dust, plus stains on the walls and ceilings. It’s a cheap, convenient place for a few nights, and it was warm and comfortable. The facilities are old and not very well maintained, though they do work. The pub food is classic and tasty. Staff were helpful, but not especially welcoming.

Pool is a fun way to finish up and help with digestion, and a beer rounds out the visit. The Parmesan fries add to the fun, too. I keep coming back to the chicken burger. I expected an ordinary one the first time, but it turned out delicious. The vibe is great, and the staff are really sweet. At first I thought those constant smiles were put on, but now I see they’re just like that. This is easily my favourite place of its kind, from someone who’s been a casual pub-goer for just under two decades.

There are several bus lines on the road, and the train station for Gatwick Airport is very close. The beds were clean and comfortable, and the bathrooms were clean with hot water. It's a cheap, convenient place for a few nights, and it was warm and comfortable.