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Cathedral Gate Hotel

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with bar/lounge, near Canterbury Cathedral

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Nestled in the city center, Cathedral Gate Hotel offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast and a charming garden. Explore Canterbury Cathedral nearby, then unwind at the bar or coffee shop/cafe. With free WiFi and luggage storage, this guesthouse provides comfort and connection.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Water dispenser
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$113 nightly
The total price is $136
Jun 12 - Jun 13
Total includes taxes and fees

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

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

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

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

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Standard Single Room (Shared bathroom) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Single Room (Shared bathroom)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard Double Room (Shared Bathroom)

Highlights

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

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$114 total
Total includes taxes and fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
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About the neighborhood

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36, Burgate, Canterbury, England, CT1 2HA

What's nearby

  • Canterbury Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marlowe Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Westgate Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Kent - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • London (SEN-Southend) - 84 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 85 min drive
  • Canterbury East Station - 10 min walk
  • Canterbury West Station - 12 min walk
  • Canterbury Sturry Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Old Buttermarket - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Côte Canterbury - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Cathedral Gate Hotel

Cathedral Gate Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Canterbury Cathedral. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English, French, Romanian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 13 per day)
    • Offsite parking nearby (GBP 13 per day; discounts available)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 13 per day
  • Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 13 per day (984 ft away)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Cathedral Gate Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Cathedral Gate Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Cathedral Gate Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Cathedral Gate Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 13 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Cathedral Gate Hotel?

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

What is there to do at Cathedral Gate Hotel and nearby?

Cathedral Gate Hotel has a garden.

What's the area around Cathedral Gate Hotel like?

Cathedral Gate Hotel is in the heart of Canterbury, a short 10-minute walk from Canterbury East Station and 4 minutes' walk from Marlowe Theatre.

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Cathedral Gate Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The continental breakfast was delicious and of a very high quality, with a wide variety of options available. (36 reviews)
  • The property offers a continental breakfast, full cooked breakfast options, and nearby restaurants and pubs within walking distance. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Location Location Location!! Its 700 years old , it sits right infront of the Cathedral. The maze of stairs and rooftop walkway to my room with views is amazing . Bed was comfortable. Rob is entertaining and customer service was 100 stars. Please expect a 700 year old castle cottage experience, slanted doors and creeky floors.
1-night trip

10/10

Room was furnished in keeping with wonderful historic building in city centre.
1-night trip

10/10

Lovely hotel with friendly staff and comfy rooms
1-night trip

10/10

Hotel is perfectly located. Views of the cathedral from some of the rooms are SPECTACULAR. The building is ancient and quirky but beautifully kept up and spotless. Plenty of bathrooms for rooms that share them. Friendly front desk. Continental breakfast, which is included, is great. If you are looking for something that feels historic and more like a B&B with charm rather than a hotel — and don’t have mobility issues — don’t stay anywhere else.
1-night trip

10/10

My husband and I loved the historical charm of the hotel. The staff was very helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend!
2-night trip

10/10

Convenient for visiting many historical places
2-night trip

10/10

This charming historic building has been skilfully adapted to create a hotel full of character. Apart from weak Wi-Fi in our room during a busy period, everything was excellent and the breakfast was outstanding.
1-night trip

10/10

What a wonderful historical property! A real gem. In particular, the staff were so kind and helpful. We’ll be back!
2-night trip

10/10

This hotel is charming and the staff are pleasant, helpful and ready to meet your needs for local attractions, transportation and comfort. The breakfast is exceptional - fresh fruit salad a real winner!
4-night trip

8/10

The positives were that it was an amazing location, great staff who were very helpful at check-in, great breakfast and staff were friendly and the rooms were lovely. Being on the front of the hotel, although earplugs were provided (which is a good thought) I am unable to wear them so was woken up a few times with passers-by late at night talking loudly and early deliveries. We did have an option on arrival to go to the back of the hotel for a quieter room but the bathroom door wouldn't open. The other back bedroom was a twin room but the staff were happy to change over to a double if we wanted but we thought the front would have been ok. Unfortunately if you have some mobility issues there may be a problem with stairs to rooms and the front room had less stairs.
1-night trip

8/10

Great central point in Canterbury, unique views of the cathedral from outside roof pathway, good simple no fuss breakfast ( hot breakfast need to be preordered) , clean rooms, value for for money excellent. ( beware I am not sure if you turn up v late to check in you can get in the hotel)
2-night trip

10/10

The lady at check-in was spot on, so polite & very helpful. Bang in the middle of town and easy to get to where we needed to go.
1-night trip

10/10

Last minute stay and found this absolutely lovely establishment with helpful staff, clean room, wonderful breakfast, and great bit of history in the heart of Canterbury .. perfect for enjoying the shops, restaurants, public square, and of course, the amazing Cathedral.
1-night trip

10/10

Small but comfy, great people
3-night trip

10/10

This was a great place to stay for our visit. Staff were friendly and helpful. The room was very comfortable and the location was ideal
1-night trip

10/10

we really enjoyed our stay at this hotel
2-night trip

8/10

Great location and friendly, helpful staff. Rob on the reception desk was particularly helpful giving suggestions of where to eat and what to do. A rather quirky hotel spanning a number of different levels with a roof top walkway to some of the rooms. My room was small but adequate with a desk to work from. The bed was comfortable and the shower was one of the best I have experienced for a long time. Coffee making facilities were provided. I chose the buffet breakfast which, in my case, consisted of toast and porridge but there were other options available. The only downside was the total lack of parking but the hotel has an agreement with one of the nearby public car parks which was a short walk away. Great place to stay, I’d definitely go back there again.
1-night trip

10/10

Perfect location in an historic building
2-night trip

8/10

Liked the staff very helpful and the eccentric character of the hotel
1-night trip

10/10

Best hotel in Canterbury
2-night trip

8/10

Rob on reception is really helpful and friendly
1-night trip

6/10

Location is ideal for exploring the city , staff spot on , rooms could do with some modernisation especially the bathroom set up
1-night trip

10/10

It was imazing Very historical place
1-night trip

10/10

Great location. Near the cathedral and old town. Easy to walk around. Good pubs near by. Wonderful breakfast either full breakfast or continental. Friendly helpful staff.
1-night trip

10/10

Quiet, comfortable beds, full of character, delicious and filling continental breakfast included, friendly and helpful staff, I would stay again any time.
3-night trip