London Gatwick is the UK’s second busiest airport, handling over 46 million passengers per year across its North and South terminals. Located 45km south of central London in West Sussex, Gatwick is a major hub for short-haul European leisure routes.
An early departure or late arrival at London Gatwick Airport rarely pairs well with a long transfer from London on top of it. Staying at an airport hotel removes that problem entirely. Several properties include Park and Fly packages that can cost less than a week in the airport car park. Aerfortel covers 4 hotels near the airport, each with full details on amenities, shuttle availability, and parking options. Hilton London Gatwick Airport and Sofitel London Gatwick are among the most popular for this airport.<\/p>
Sofitel London Gatwick is directly connected to the South Terminal via a covered walkway — no shuttle needed.
Hilton London Gatwick Airport is also directly connected to the South Terminal.
BLOC Hotel London Gatwick Airport sits inside the South Terminal building on the upper floor.
Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport North Terminal is directly connected to the North Terminal. No shuttle needed.
Park and Fly at London Gatwick Airport: stay one night at a hotel, leave your car in their car park, and take a free shuttle to the terminal.
Parking at London Gatwick Airport: long-stay, short-stay and park and ride options compared.
London Gatwick Airport Layover Guide: airport lounges, things to do airside, and the best hotels for an overnight stop.
The hotels at the top of this page are the closest to the terminal. Where a hotel has a covered walkway or direct terminal access, that is noted on the card. The rest have free or paid shuttle services.
Yes. A number of hotels near London Gatwick Airport offer park and fly — you stay the night before your flight and leave your car in the hotel car park while you are away. The park and fly page for London Gatwick Airport has the full list, parking durations and shuttle times.
The London Gatwick Airport parking page covers the main options: long-stay car parks, short-stay, and park and ride. Hotel park and fly tends to be cheaper than official airport parking for trips of more than two or three days.
The London Gatwick Airport layover guide covers airport lounges, the best spots to eat and rest airside, and which hotels make sense for an overnight stop between flights.
It varies. Budget brands usually charge extra for breakfast. Mid-range and premium hotels sometimes include it, particularly on corporate or flexible rates. The individual hotel page shows what is included in the room rate.
Several hotels are within a short drive of London Gatwick Airport. Use the distance filter on our London Gatwick Airport hotels page to sort by proximity to the terminal — the closest properties are typically 5 minutes or less by shuttle or on foot.
Yes — many hotels near London Gatwick Airport include a complimentary shuttle service between the hotel and the terminal. Look for the Free Shuttle badge on listings. Shuttle frequency and hours vary by property, so check the hotel details or contact them directly for timetables.
Several hotels near London Gatwick Airport offer Park and Fly packages: you stay one night before your departure, leave your car at the hotel for the duration of your trip, and take the shuttle to the terminal. This is often significantly cheaper than booking airport parking separately.
Budget-friendly options near London Gatwick Airport are available at the lower end of our listings. Prices vary by season and availability — booking in advance typically secures the best rates. Filter by price tier on our London Gatwick Airport page to find the most affordable properties.
Many airport hotels near London Gatwick Airport cater to travellers on early flights or late arrivals and offer flexible check-in from early morning and late check-out into the afternoon or evening. Availability varies by property — contact the hotel directly to confirm before booking.
Right at London Gatwick Airport, BLOC Hotel London Gatwick Airport is a three-star hotel with the kind of location that...
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Hilton London Gatwick Airport is one of those rare finds: a four-star hotel that’s actually on the airport campus at...
View HotelPremier Inn London Gatwick Airport North Terminal sits right at London Gatwick Airport — as close to the terminal as...
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For sheer convenience at London Gatwick Airport, Sofitel London Gatwick is hard to beat. It’s on-site — meaning the terminal...
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