Cathedral Gate Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star guest house near Canterbury Cathedral

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Double Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (Shared Bathroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Canterbury

City center stay.Steps from the guesthouse, you'll find Canterbury Cathedral and Canterbury Roman Museum. St. Thomas' Catholic Church and Eastbridge Hospital are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Canterbury Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Marlowe Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Westgate Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Westgate Gardens and Towers - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Canterbury East Station - 10 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Ivy Canterbury Brasserie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tiny Tim's Tearoom - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Old Buttermarket - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Cathedral Gate Hotel

3-star guest house near Canterbury Cathedral
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Cathedral Gate Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and a water dispenser. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Canterbury guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Cathedral Gate Hotel offers 24 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. This Canterbury guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.2 miles (GBP 13 per day); discounts available
  • Self parking on site (GBP 13 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 13 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 13 per day (984 ft away)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Cathedral Gate Hotel to the airport?

Cathedral Gate Hotel is 70 mi (84-min drive) away from the London (SEN-Southend) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cathedral Gate Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cathedral Gate Hotel.

How close is Cathedral Gate Hotel to the beach?

This guesthouse is 7 mi (27-min drive) from Tankerton Beach and 8.2 mi (30-min drive) from Herne Bay East Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cathedral Gate Hotel offer free breakfast?

Cathedral Gate Hotel offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Cathedral Gate Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Cathedral Gate Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Cathedral Gate Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse. Self parking is available for GBP 13 per day.

Does Cathedral Gate Hotel have a pool?

Cathedral Gate Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Cathedral Gate Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Cathedral Gate Hotel to downtown Canterbury?

Cathedral Gate Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Canterbury.

Cathedral Gate Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 429 out of 654 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 166 out of 654 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 654 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 654 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 654 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A unique location, everything spotless, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Di

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I was made very welcome from the start of my visit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaetano

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and convenient to visit the city centre
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it

Loved it x
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffery, Islandview

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wonderful room despite last minute booking, fantastic old town location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, attentive staff. The building is really old and floors uneven, gaps in door frames add to its unique charm. Cathedral right in back and Evensong is recommend to hear the organ and choir. Bell ringing practice is Thursday night and goes on for some time. I had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely quirky hotel in an ideal location. It was spotless, comfortable and the staff were all very helpful. It was lovely to walk (safely!) across the roof to go to breakfast, admiring the view of the cathedral. The only downside was traffic noise but that is obviously to be expected if you stay in a hotel in the centre of a vibrant city.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast good. Internet poor.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Weijun

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful, especially helping on the luggage because of no lift. The property is next door to the cathedral and restaurants are surrounded the property. The breakfast was fresh and very basic but you can pay extra to get English breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kwasi A

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Special location with all the amenities.

Very friendly, available and helpful. Accommodated my husband's knee issues by putting us on a floor which didn't require too many stairs. A very special location, right next to the entrance to the cathedral in a central square. The continental breakfast was outstanding with beautiful fresh fruit, yogurts etc. We enjoyed the little bar at the end of the day, where we could overlook the square in comfortable seats. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rich in history!

A wonderful historical experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iyad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the cathedral. Despite that it is an old building, it is tidy and well-maintained. The room(old-style) was clean and tidy. The food was okay. It was quiet at night as the room was facing the cathedral. The surrounding area is nice and has a variety of shops, restaurants and pubs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This historic building in the heart of Canterbury is only made better by the excellent, friendly & v helpful staff. Rob was particularly helpful. Breakfast in my room was an added bonus. Highly recommended
View from back of the building
Front
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice stay in the centre of Canterbury

Central hotel full of character and charm. Staff in the afternoon/evening fabulous and very friendly. Bed appeared old and very uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Five star service! A quirky 15th century timber framed building a stone’s throw from the Cathedral. Very welcoming and helpful staff, generous (complimentary bottled water and toiletries), tasty breakfast. Parking was easy with their anpr voucher system. Great value for money in the heart of Canterbury. Would happily stay her again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved the location and the personalised service. The hotel property is very old and quite quirky but it has a wonderful ambience and was a delight to stay at.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madelaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Canterbury trip

We had a wonderful stay at the cathedral Gate hotel. The staff are the friendliest and most helpful. All in all a very pleasant experience on our first visit to Canterbury .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful & friendly staff, great food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025