Bishop's Gate Hotel

Hotels
9.8 (899 reviews)
24 Bishop St , Derry Londonderry , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location and friendly staff
Spotlessly clean and comfortable accommodations
Great food and beverage options
Cons:
Air conditioning was loud
Layout of some rooms not ideal

Categories

Cleanliness
9.9
The suite was spotlessly clean and comfortable.
Service
10
Staff is super helpful, friendly, and provided excellent service.
Location
9.9
Great central location and fantastic views.
Room Quality
9.9
Wonderful room accommodations, spacious, and cozy.
Amenities
9.4
Includes amenities like hairdryer, bathrobes, and a nice bar area.
Value for Money
9.4
Reasonably priced considering the service and amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.9
Exceptional food quality with a great selection of drinks.
Overall Experience
10
An enjoyable stay with only positive experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 09:29

Property Description

Luxurious Heritage Setting
The Grade B1-listed Bishop’s Gate Hotel, nestled within the historic city walls of Derry City’s Cathedral Quarter, offers a blend of Edwardian architecture and modern luxury. The 1899 building pays homage to its rich heritage while exceeding contemporary guest needs.

Amenities Galore
Guests can enjoy 30 luxurious rooms, a residents lounge, fitness area, restaurant, champagne and cocktail bar, and a 90-person capacity ballroom. Valet parking and 24-hour front desk service add to the convenience.

Explore and Experience
With bike hire available and attractions like The Diamond and The Craft Village within walking distance, Bishop's Gate Hotel provides the perfect base to explore the city. Book now to immerse yourself in luxury and history.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    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.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 16 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 899 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.9
Service: 10
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 9.9
Amenities: 9.4
Value for Money: 9.4
Food and Beverage: 9.9
Overall Experience: 10
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Martin • extended_group • ie
10
Brilliant
Pros:

the facilities were excellent and the staff exceptional. Not my first time staying and certainly not my last. I would recommend the Bishop's Gate Hotel to anyone and everyone.
Well done and keep up your excellent service, you do Derry proud.

Martin

Cons:

Can't fault this hotel

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Louise • couple • gb
10
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Trevor • couple • gb
10
A warm and genuine Derry welcome !
Pros:

High quality service and individual character

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
10
Worth the money
Pros:

Friendly staff, amazing food and room. Great location

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • couple • us
10
If you’re visiting Derry, you must stay at the Bishop’s Gate!
Pros:

The staff (especially Stephanie and Patrick), location, amenities, decorations/ appointments, restaurant, bar and parking.

Cons:

Not a thing. This establishment is the definition of 5 stars!

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • gb
9
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
10
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • gb
10
Absolutely fantastic and fabulous.
Pros:

Everything was exceptional, staff were friendly and could not do enough for us. It was clean and tidy and the hotel is in a suburb location with only a short walking distance to the local bars and restaurants. The concierge was an absolute gentleman who made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. I highly recommend the Bishop’s gate hotel, and cannot wait to go back.

Cons:

There was nothing to dislike

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Heather • couple • gb
10
A very memorable stay!
Pros:

Everything … warm yet an old and charming building. Staff extremely friendly … couldn’t do enough for you. Facilities excellent and food was brilliant!

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Douglas • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Padraig • couple • ie
10
Pros:

A beautiful Hotel, Great food, Great service, but it’s the staff that make the place special.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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David Scott • couple • gb
10
It was excellent from start to finish
Pros:

All was fantastic with no complaints whatsoever .

Cons:

The absence of Bar Service for guests after hours and in the morning before official opening time which I believe is 12noon

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
M
Mc Cormack • extended_group • ie
8
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • family_with_children • gb
10
Our absolute go to in Derry - best staff ever!
Pros:

It’s a beautiful building and very well set out. We had an accessible room due to my mother’s mobility and it was excellent. The thing that sets this hotel apart from many others is the wonderful staff - Stephanie and Kayci on reception were fabulous and nothing was too much trouble. They looked after us so well as did Michael in the restaurant/bar. All the staff were helpful and polite and super keen to ensure you had the best stay and we did. Second time we’ve stayed there and we will be back. Thanks all xx

Cons:

Possibly a bit more storage space in the room but not a deal breaker👍👍

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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AnneMarie • couple • ie
6
Very easily accessed in the city and within walking distance of everything
Pros:

Room was spacious. However we we not warned that the room was wheelchair accessible. We had coffee and scone on arrival which was delicious. Ladies at check-in were very friendly and helpful as the room was not handed back when we arrived. When room was available the check-in staff organised our luggage in the room

Cons:

As the bathroom was wheelchair accessible- it didn’t suit our requirements, and no space and poor light for applying makeup.
No full length mirror in the room that we could see.

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Friendly staff..Great food..Relaxing atmosphere...Location.

Cons:

No negatives..

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • couple • gb
10
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • gb
9
Lovely hotel, lovely staff, would highly recommend.
Pros:

The decor and the location. The staff very friendly and professional. Food was exceptional and service also.

Cons:

Just me, but I find hotel mattresses too firm. If one could request a softer one the. I would give 10/10.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • gb
10
Kayli on the front desk went above and beyond to make sure we had the best stay.
Pros:

It is a beautiful, historic hotel in the centre of Derry, with valet parking!
Fabulous food and extremely friendly staff

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Donna • couple • gb
6
Pros:

Loved the friendly staff and the atmosphere beautiful breakfast.

Cons:

Booked a deluxe king room I was disappointed with the actual size of the room it was very cramped and small. The bathroom was a good size but had a shower over the bath the rubber along the glass door obviously has aged so when showering the glass kept falling in on me and hitting my elbow or head. To be honest I have stayed in the merchant for around the same amount of money and it was a different level of luxury..

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee