Gillingham · United Kingdom
Where to Stay in Rainham, Gillingham
A large, old settlement east of Gillingham town, now a popular residential and shopping area. Has its own high street and mainline station.
✦ The vibe
Leafy but lively – good local shops, a decent market, and plenty of parks. Feels more village-like than central Gillingham.
👤 Best for
Families; budget-conscious couples; anyone who wants a high street without the town-centre noise
🏨 Where to stay
Mainly B&Bs and a couple of motels; around £50–£70 per night.
🚇 Getting around
Walkable within Rainham itself. Short bus ride to Gillingham centre (10–15 minutes). Rainham station has trains to London St Pancras in about 45 minutes.
📍 Nearby
Rainham Park; the Cricketers public house (historic landmark)
Best hotels in Rainham
11 hotels ranked by how close they are to Rainham
Travelodge
2.6 km from Rainham
View intelligence briefing →Premier Inn Gillingham Business Park
3.0 km from Rainham
View intelligence briefing →YHA Medway
3.7 km from Rainham
View intelligence briefing →Cavendish Terrace, 1893
4.6 km from Rainham
View intelligence briefing →Mayfield Guesthouse
5.0 km from Rainham
View intelligence briefing →Lustrous House
5.2 km from Rainham
View intelligence briefing →JG Student Court
5.2 km from Rainham
View intelligence briefing →Premier Inn Chatham/Gillingham (Victory Pier)
5.4 km from Rainham
View intelligence briefing →Address Apartments
5.5 km from Rainham
View intelligence briefing →King Charles Hotel
6.0 km from Rainham
View intelligence briefing →Travelodge Chatham Maritime
6.7 km from Rainham
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