Cathedral Gate

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9 (1511 reviews)
36 Burgate , Canterbury , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noise at night

Categories

Cleanliness
7.75
Some reviews mentioned issues with shared bathroom cleanliness.
Service
9.75
Reviewers consistently praised the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
Location
9.75
Many reviews highlighted the excellent central location near the Cathedral.
Room Quality
9.25
The rooms were described as comfortable and well-equipped.
Amenities
8.75
Breakfast was noted positively, though some minor complaints about amenities exist.
Value for Money
8.25
Some guests felt certain aspects were overpriced compared to the overall offering.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Breakfast received positive remarks, with good variety mentioned.
Overall Experience
9.25
Overall, guests had a very positive experience, despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 18:54

Property Description

Historic Charm

Dating back to 1438, the Cathedral Gate is a historic gem in the heart of Canterbury. With its wooden beams and sloping floors, this hotel offers a unique glimpse into the past, once hosting pilgrims on their journey.

Cozy Accommodations

Each room at Cathedral Gate is equipped with modern amenities such as a TV, telephone, and tea/coffee facilities. Guests can enjoy views of Canterbury Cathedral from select rooms and have the option for a shared or en suite bathroom. Start your day with a delicious continental breakfast or upgrade to a full English breakfast for a small fee.

Perfect Location

Located just steps away from the bustling Buttermarket and cathedral precincts, Cathedral Gate is surrounded by high street shops and restaurants. Explore the city easily with Canterbury West and Canterbury East Railway Stations a short 15-minute walk away.

Book your stay at Cathedral Gate now for an unforgettable experience in historic Canterbury!

Important information:

Cathedral is undergoing refurbishments work at the rear of the hotel. Works may take place from 08:30 to 17:00 Monday to Friday.

Due to the nature of the building, there are quite a lot of stairs.

The hotel is in a central location in the pedestrianized city center, however, guests are welcome to drive to the hotel's front door for unloading prior to parking.

Parking vouchers for the public car park cost GBP 13 for 24-hours parking.

Baby cots are provided upon request only. They are not guaranteed until confirmed by the hotel.

Please note all our rooms are nonsmoking this also includes the use of e-cigarettes.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £15 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 13 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1511 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.75
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.75
Room Quality: 9.25
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 8.25
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Per • couple • dk
9
Pros:

Meget hyggelig gammelt hotel. Super beliggenhed.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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ceZ9813MI • Family
10
Perfect stay in Canterbury
Pros:

Such a great place to stay! Everything was perfect! Especially the friendly and helpful owner. Thanks a lot!

2026-07-15 • via Tripadvisor
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Chantal • extended_group • fr
10
Magique
Pros:

L’accueil

Cons:

Salle de bain très petite

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Beizuo • solo_traveller • cn
6
Pros:

位置好

Cons:

房间太小了

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Vincenz • couple • de
8
Pros:

Das Hotel ist direkt neben der Kathedrale gelegen. Direkt gegenüber beindet sich ein Pub und rund herum die Fußgängerzone. Wunderschön war auch die 50 minütige Bootstour.
Der Frühstücksraum mit Blick auf den Buttermarkt war auch ideal.

Cons:

Es war kein Haartrockner vorhanden.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Pauline • couple • gb
10
Amazing location. Lovely stay!
Pros:

Stunning location, beautiful quirky accommodation, excellent staff.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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thomas • couple • gb
9
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Ralf • couple • de
9
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Arthur • solo_traveller • mt
9
Pros:

Quaint hotel in a fantastic location

Cons:

Stairs up to my room were steep with no real handhold. It will be difficult for older people to handle these stairs.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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JG • extended_group • nl
8
Prima hotel op geweldige lokatie
Pros:

De centrale ligging en het karakteristieke pand.

Cons:

Geen airconditioning, maar wel een prima ventilator. En met enig knutselwerk was de koele lucht hiermee binnen te halen.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Grace • solo_traveller • ca
10
Staff is fantastic. Monika in particular was very helpful and made our stay much better
Pros:

The fact that is was located at the heart of medieval Canterbury and next to the entrance to the cathedral

Cons:

The bathroom was too small

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Glen • extended_group • gb
9
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Mary • solo_traveller • us
3
Never book this hotel during a heatwave and be warned that the manager is terrible.
Pros:

My room was cute, directly facing the cathedral and overlooking the cathedral square. The other side of the hotel faces the town square, so the location is amazing. The continental breakfast was excellent.

Cons:

I arrived during a heat wave and my room was on the top floor which was like a greenhouse. I was given a fan but there was no a/c and no shower. When I started to overheat, I soaked in cold baths and at night slept covered with wet towels with the fan blowing on me. I wish I'd changed hotels as the heat was dangerous: I'm 79 years old. When checking out I politely suggested to the manager that the temperature could be lowered if they put a blackout shade on the landing window, (there was no covering). He snapped back that he didn't have a problem with the heat! He had a portable a/c unit in the reception area, which would have been nice to have had on the top floor too. My room was like an oven, unfortunately he didn't care. Also, when I arrived, I had to carry my suitcase to my room as the only person on duty was pregnant.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Ute • family_with_children • de
9
Pros:

Ganz entzückendes Hotel direkt neben der Kathedrale, in einem sehr alten Haus, sehr charmant.
Sehr aufmerksames Personal, tolles Preis-Leistung-Verhältnis!

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Annamarie • solo_traveller • ch
7
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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licia • couple • it
8
Pros:

Posizione ottima ma un po' rumorosa. Accoglienza fantastica

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • de
10
Beste Lage in Canterbury
Pros:

Beste Lage in Canterbury; Zimmer zum Innenhof ist sehr ruhig; das ganze Haus ist sehr speziell - man muss solch ein historisches Gebäude mögen; Personal sehr hilfreich ; Frühstück sehr gut und reichhaltig. Es hat alles gepasst

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Emily • solo_traveller • gb
9
Amazing for the price - would stay again esp in autumn or spring
Pros:

Amazing location. Friendly staff. Nice room with a view.

Cons:

It was warm. Breakfast was not a cooked breakfast.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Dr. Rainer • extended_group • at
10
Great, ability to klimb stairs a must
Pros:

Location, atmosphere, personnel

Cons:

Stairs

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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jane • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Location and lovely staff

Cons:

Breakfast a bit limited a cooked option would have been a bonus

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee