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London Gatwick Airport Hotels – Which Is Best For You?

Last updated on December 13th, 2025 at 05:16 pm

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I’ve flown through Gatwick Airport more times than I can remember. I’ve started so many tours from this airport so I have stayed in all the on site, and a lot of the nearby hotels

Gatwick Airport hotel reviews from someone who has tried them all

Looking for Gatwick Airport hotels?

There’s plenty ot choose from and it can be difficult to find the best one, especially if you haven’t stayed at the airport before.

I have stayed in all the on site hotels and several hotels that are close to the airport too. Here/s my review of them all so you can find the best option for your stay.

Find your favourite quickly and easily.

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London Gatwick Airport Hotels – Quick Comparison

HotelTerminalParkingBest For?Best ForCheck Rates
SofitelNorth YesRight next to DeparturesLuxury stay and facilitiesCheck
Premier InnNorthYesA very short walk out of the terminal and straight into the hotelPremier Inn fans, families, those wanting a meal/breakfastCheck
Hampton by HiltonNorthNoDirectly connected to the terminalThose wanting an included free breakfastCheck
YotelAirSouthNoRight in the South terminal buildingFun stay and layoversCheck
Bloc HotelSouthNoRight next to departures – fall out of bed and into security!Layovers, runway view suites, family roomsCheck
Courtyard by MarriottSouthYes10 minute flat walk from airportThose wanting a bit of green spaceCheck
HiltonSouth TerminalNoDirectly connected by a walkway to the terminalGood facilities, Hilton Honors membersCheck
Sandman SignatureOff SiteYes15 minutes away by taxiThose wanting a leisure stayCheck
London Gatwick Hotels Quick Hotel Finder
london gatwick airport hotels image showing the atrium in the sofitel

👍 Rated Fabulous and 8.7 from +23,000 reviews 👍

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London Gatwick Airport Hotels Nearby

Sofitel at London Gatwick Airport

I have stayed at the Sofitel Gatwick several times.

It’s my favourite hotel on this list of cheap hotels near Gatwick. I’ve used it for overnight stays before overseas trips and day use when I’ve had longer layovers.

Things I Like

  • The location is great. Just follow the signs directly from the North Terminal and head along a covered walkway to get directly to the hotel. Easy peasy.
  • I love the central atrium – it is light and airy and a great place to spend time with a coffee even if you are not staying at the hotel.
  • Dayrooms are available at this hotel – I have always found the cheapest deals through the specialised dayuse website.
  • Breakfast has an extensive selection on the buffet which is a great way to start a day travelling. I loved the little juice shots and having a nice relaxed graze while reading the paper.
  • The beds are comfy, with lovely linens.
  • The rooms are a nice size, with nice fittings and furnishings.
  • The bathrooms are well-sized and well-equipped with nice fluffy towels.
  • There is a little cafe in the atrium and a couple of other choices of places to eat. I have only eaten breakfast there.
  • The Sofitel is my hotel of choice at Gatwick if I have a bit more time to linger and enjoy the facilities.

Things I Like Less

  • Rooms overlooking the atrium can experience some noise and you cannot have your curtains open so easily depending on where your room is located.
  • Sometimes check-in can be very busy.

Want to read more about the facilities and services? Then check out my more detailed Sofitel London Gatwick review.

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yotelair image london gatwick airport hotels showing bed and bathroom

👍 Rated Very Good and 8.1 from +6,500 reviews 👍

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London Gatwick Airport Hotel South Terminal

YotelAir – Right In London Gatwick Terminal!

I have stayed at the Yotelair Gatwick Airport a number of times. I have only stayed in the Premium cabins and have used them in between flights rather than as an overnight hotel.

Finding the Yotelair is very easy. On arrival in the South Terminal just look for the lifts on the left-hand side as you head toward the exit. Go down to the Yotelair which is actually below ground.

Check out my more detailed review of the Yotelair Gatwick.

Things I Like

  • The prices were reasonable for a 4 hour stay (this is the minimum that can be booked).
  • The premium cabins were compact but had everything there including great wifi, a bed which adjusted to become a seat, great shower and blackout blinds.
  • Snacks and drinks are available from the reception area.
  • Mood lighting was great for getting some sleep.
  • The beds are super comfy.
  • Linens are nice with clean sheets and super soft pillows.
  • The shower was great, very refreshing after a flight.

Things I Like Less

  • The air flow system seemed a bit odd and on occasion was a bit noisy. It didn’t seem to be an air conditioner but more like fresh air flowing in from somewhere.
  • No tea and coffee in the room but this is available free of charge from the reception desk which is very nearby.
  • Whilst there was plenty of room for just me for two people it would be very cosy.

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london gatwick airport hotels bloc hotel image showing bedroom and window view

👍 Rated Very Good and 8.4 from +19,500 reviews 👍

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Hotels at London Gatwick South Terminal

Bloc Hotel – Right In The Terminal Building

I have stayed at the Bloc Hotel Gatwick a number of times on my own and with my family. It is one of my favourite London Gatwick hotels for an early start as you can fall out of bed and into the departures area, it really is right next door.

It is really easy to find as it is in the South Terminal building. Just take the lift behind Boots up 1 floor to the reception desk. It is next to the Departures so handy for flights!

Things I Like

  • The location is great – so convenient! This hotel is right inside the terminal building.
  • There are rooms without windows available which are great if you are using the room in the daytime between flights for example. I have always booked through the special dayuse website.
  • Rooms are available with views of the runway including a runway suite!
  • Rooms are generally quiet, particularly those without windows.
  • The beds are super comfy.
  • There is a tablet with controls things like the lights and temperature of your room.
  • Linen is always nice, fresh and clean.
  • The showers have always been good.
  • There is a coffee shop just opposite reception and the Giraffe Restaurant is just next door.

Things I Like Less

  • I stayed in a family room and this was quite small. If you had two children and two adults there would not be much room for luggage.

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(If you want to know more check out my Bloc Hotel Gatwick Review article)

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👍 Rated Very Good and 8.2 from +3,600 reviews 👍

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The Courtyard by Marriott – An Easy Flat Walk Away

I have stayed at the Courtyard by Marriott a couple of times. It’s one of the London Gatwick hotels located within walking distance of the terminal building.

Things I Like

  • It is an easy flat walk from the Terminal to get to the hotel in around 10 minutes. Just turn right out of the main terminal exit and keep walking, the hotel will be on the right.
  • The rooms I stayed in looked over some small trees and grass – it was nice to see some greenery and it also meant it was very quiet.
  • Rooms were nice, spacious, and well appointed with everything you would expect to find.
  • The bathrooms were a good size.
  • The reception area was nice, open, and airy.
  • The check-in team were welcoming and friendly.
  • There was a vending area near reception if you needed some snacks.
  • The public areas were bright and airy.

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sandman signature london gatwick airport hotels

👍 Rated Very Good and 8.4 from +2,900 reviews 👍

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The Sandman Signature Hotel – Off Site – Taxi Needed

The Sandman Signature is off site so you will need to transport to get to the hotel and back.


Sandman Signature Hotel – Things I Like

  • The room was a really good size with a seating area.
  • Breakfast was good with a good selection and a pleasant dining room.
  • There was a microwave and a fridge in the room which is handy if you wanted to store your own food or medication.
  • The hotel has a restaurant on site, although we ate off-site.
  • There is a pool at the hotel (and a gym too).

Things I Like Less

  • On the 1st morning, the alarm clock went off at 4 am – it had been set by another traveller. It was a loud alarm/radio combo.
  • The bath/shower had been left set at shower so when I went to run a bath I got soaked (generally these should be left to bath to avoid this problem).
  • On the 2nd day the room was not cleaned at all.
  • The management response to these issues wasn’t great when I raised them all at reception.
  • The distance from the airport hotel meant that when combined with the taxi cost this hotel was more expensive than on site airport hotels.

For a more detailed review including facilities, services and what’s nearby read my Sandman Signature Hotel review

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More London Gatwick Hotels

These hotels are ones I haven’t stayed in personally.

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👍 Rated Very Good and 8.6 from +2,900 reviews 👍

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Premier Inn – Very Close to the North Terminal

The Premier Inn is very close to the North Terminal.

It’s just a 5 minute walk away.

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london gatwick airport hotels hampton by hilton hotel view with walkway

👍 Rated Very Good and 8.4 from +16,400 reviews 👍

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Gatwick Airport Hotels

Hampton by Hilton – Connected to the North Terminal

The Hampton by Hilton is connected to the North Terminal.

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The Hilton at Gatwick Airport

This Hilton has an onsite restaurant and bar.

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Gatwick Airport FAQs

Which Gatwick hotels are connected to the North Terminal?

The Sofitel and Hampton by Hilton are connected to the North terminal by walkways. The Premier Inn is a very short walk outside and then straight into the hotel (less distance than a walkway)

Which hotel is Walking Distance to Gatwick?

The Sofitel, Courtyard by Marriott, Premier Inn, Hampton by Hilton and Hilton Hotels are all within easy walking distance of Gatwick Airport. YotelAir and the Bloc Hotel are in the airport building so no walking is required!

Gatwick North or South London?

Gatwick Airport is located just off the M23 and it is South of London. It has it’s own train station right in the airport ( in the South Terminal). You can easily catch trains to London from here as well as connect to trains all over the country.

Does Gatwick Airport have a hotel?

Within the airport is the Bloc Hotel and Yotelair. Within easy walking distance is the Sofitel, Premier Inn, Hampton by Hilton, Hilton and Courtyard by Marriott. There are other hotels connected by shuttle bus to Gatwick Airport.

Hotels Near Gatwick Airport

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