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Cathedral Gate Hotel

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, steps from Canterbury Cathedral

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Bar (on property)
Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Interior
Free daily continental breakfast
Located in the city center, Cathedral Gate Hotel offers continental breakfast and a peaceful garden. Canterbury Cathedral is just steps away. Relax at the bar or coffee shop after sightseeing. Free WiFi and luggage storage ensure a convenient and connected stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room (Shared bathroom) | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Single Room (Shared bathroom)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 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)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Canterbury, Cathedral Gate Hotel is in the city center. Hambrook Marshes and Kent Downs reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lady Wootton's Green and Dane John Gardens. Howletts Wild Animal Park and Whitstable Museum and Gallery are also worth visiting.
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36, Burgate, Canterbury, England, CT1 2HA

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
  • University of Kent - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Côte Canterbury - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Old Buttermarket - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Cathedral Gate Hotel

Guesthouse near Canterbury Cathedral
At Cathedral Gate Hotel, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to a garden and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Self parking (surcharge), a water dispenser, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Cathedral Gate Hotel offer comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Cribs/infant beds, electric kettles, and heating

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not 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

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Cathedral Gate
Cathedral Gate Canterbury
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Hotel Cathedral Gate
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Cathedral Gate Hotel Guesthouse
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Cathedral Gate Hotel Guesthouse Canterbury

Frequently asked questions

Is Cathedral Gate Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cathedral Gate Hotel?

Self parking is available for GBP 13 per day.

What time is check-in at Cathedral Gate Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Cathedral Gate Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Cathedral Gate Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Canterbury, this guesthouse is steps from Canterbury Roman Museum and Canterbury Cathedral. St. Thomas' Catholic Church and Beaney House of Art & Knowledge are also within 5 minutes. Canterbury East Station is 10 minutes by foot and Canterbury West Station is 12 minutes.

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