Gateway Hotel

Hotels
7.4 (1084 reviews)
42 Chepstow Road , Newport , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Family rooms
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Ironing service
Non-smoking throughout
Free wired internet
Golfing on site
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Value for money
Friendly staff
Cons:
Poor breakfast choices
Communication issues

Categories

Cleanliness
6.86
Generally clean but some mentioned issues, particularly with room maintenance.
Service
7.83
Mixed reviews; staff were friendly, but there were several complaints about communication and availability.
Location
7.87
Good location, close to amenities, albeit some comments about it being a bit far for certain guests.
Room Quality
7.32
Spacious rooms noted, but there were issues with bed comfort and maintenance.
Amenities
7.35
Adequate amenities but some complaints about breakfast options and lack of supplies.
Value for Money
8.31
Generally perceived as good value for the price.
Food and Beverage
6.36
Mixed reviews; some guests found breakfast lacking quality.
Overall Experience
7.33
Overall comfortable stay despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 10:44

Property Description

Convenient Location: Situated in the heart of Newport, South Wales, The Gateway Hotel offers easy access to the city centre, coach and railway stations, and the M4 highway.

Comfortable Accommodation: Our hotel features fully en suite rooms equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, internet access points, and multi-channel television, ensuring a cozy and relaxing stay for all guests.

Explore Newport: Take a leisurely 10-minute walk from the hotel to discover Newport's top attractions such as Newport Castle, St Woolos Cathedral, and the Newport Civic Centre.

Experience convenience, comfort, and exploration all in one stay at The Gateway Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable Newport getaway.

Important information:

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: 11:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • 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 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 1084 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.86
Service: 7.83
Location: 7.87
Room Quality: 7.32
Amenities: 7.35
Value for Money: 8.31
Food and Beverage: 6.36
Overall Experience: 7.33
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Haddon family_with_children gb
1
2026-01-25 via Nuitee
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Cameron solo_traveller gb
6
Value for money
Pros:

The room was clean and the bed was comfy. The staff were fine. It was close to Newport and was a 10-minute walk to the town centre. I could also park directly outside.

Cons:

The breakfast was a little below par; I had a very, very runny porridge. The shower also filled up really quickly when washing. I also arrived when I said I would but the establishment was locked up and had to call to get someone to check me in.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Abdul family_with_children gb
9
2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Denise extended_group de
1
Nie wieder! Eine maßlose Enttäuschung!
Pros:

-

Cons:

Das Hotel war an uns für sich eine Katastrophe. Wir kamen an, schon sahen wir einen Zettel im Fenster, nachdem der Check-in ab 15 Uhr erst stattfinde. Wir waren nach 15 Uhr da, die Tür war zugesperrt und es war niemand zu sehen. Nach einem Anruf öffnete man uns dann die Tür, und nach Hochfahren des PCs konnte der Check-in dann endlich beginnen. Das Hotel befindet sich aktuell im Umbau und man sah Kabelenden und andere unfertige Bauelemente. Zwei Ecken des Frühstücksraums waren ebenfalls mit Baumaterialien und anderem Zeug zugestellt, sodass dieser nicht sonderlich einladend wirkte und zumindest einer von uns immer darauf schaute beim Frühstücken.

Nun zum Frühstück, das wir mitgebucht hatten: an 3 von 5 Tagen gab es überhaupt KEIN Frühstück! Der Raum war entweder zugesperrt oder es war dort niemand anzutreffen, auch nach Wartezeit nicht. Auf eine Beschwerdemail hin mit der Bitte um eine Teilrückerstattung, weil wir anderweitig frühstücken mussten, wurde bis heute NICHT reagiert. Dass es sich dabei um eine bezahlte Dienstleistung handelt, die nicht erbracht wurde, scheint den Besitzern egal zu sein. Einfach eine unverschämte Frechheit. Während wir dort waren, war die Rezeption NIE besetzt, sodass man auch dort nicht nachfragen konnte. Einen Ansprechpartner gab es also überhaupt nicht.

Die Zimmer waren klein, hatten bis auf im Badezimmer Teppichboden und blickten entweder auf die Straße (wo das Möbiliar wackelte, wenn ein Bus oder LKW vorbeifuhr) oder auf eine gegenüberliegende Hauswand. Die Nachbarschaft war auch abends noch sehr laut und die Räume konnte man nur bedingt abdunkeln. Das Badezimmer war klein und hätte etwas sauberer sein können (Duschkopf verkalkt und sah nicht sonderlich ansprechend aus). Der Toilettensitz war zu klein für das WC, die Badezimmerheizung eingerostet und der Mülleimer sah auch eher ekelig aus.

Es gibt sicherlich deutlich bessere Hotels in Newport, auch zu diesem Preis. Wir können das Hotel unter gar keinen Umständen weiterempfehlen!

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Heather solo_traveller gb
1
The one and only thing going for this place was the lovely staff that served breakfast
Pros:

nothing except for parking outside, i thought the property next door was where i would have been staying which was dreadful state big boards covering doorways etc

Cons:

Wires sticking out of walls not finished, dirty bathroom, dirt engrained in tiles and doors in shower cubicle, hair on floor etc

Banging of van doors from 12 - 3pm going coming back then what i guess the very loud sound of power washing. Headlights shining into room and engines left running all equating to NO SLEEP which was my sole reason for being there!

The one and only good thing was the lovely ladies serving breakfast nothing was too much trouble, just lovely people.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Philip extended_group gb
7
Staff where friendly, the breakfast was well cooked and the girl serving and waiting on was very pleasant and helpful
Pros:

Very quite. Room was really warm. Cosy and tidy

Cons:

Looked a little un finished electrical cables taped up everywhere. The shower wasn’t fixed to the wall properly

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Diane family_with_children gb
9
Our base for onward travel to the Cardiff half marathon was just right.
Pros:

Very good breakfast, location was just right, easy walking distance from the railway station. Rooms comfortable and spotlessly clean.

Cons:

Not used to outside lights being on all night.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Amugoda family_with_children gb
8
Good place for a short stay
Pros:

Friendly staff

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Ayesha family_with_children gb
7
Pros:

I was sceptical to book here after reading the reviews but it was too late to cancel HOWEVER when I did arrive I was impressed with how modernised the place was. Rooms were clean, and breakfast was delicious. The price was reasonable so happy overall.

Cons:

Too much noise at front top bedroom due to main road traffic. But not the hotel's fault

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Neil solo_traveller gb
2
Did not asleep well due to what i have already said.
Pros:

Location for where my meeting was the next day.

Cons:

I had a single bed under a window. The window was so old it had a draft, and very noisy . Blinds not good enough as let to much light

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
8
Very happy with my stay and i would stay again
Pros:

Staff were freindly, breakfast good, room good, overall very happy with my stay.

Cons:

room was abit cold but not bad, shower was abit weak

2026-01-14 via Nuitee
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Amanda family_with_children gb
1
No breakfast served
Pros:

The room was clean.

Cons:

Rough area with fights outside hotel. Price included breakfast but the breakfast room was in darkness in the morning. A man came out of the office, made a gesture to say no and went back without apology or explanation.

2026-01-10 via Nuitee
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Max family_with_children de
8
Pros:

Das Hotel befindet sich im Umbau und sieht noch etwas nach Baustelle aus, die Mitarbeiter sind nicht sehr kommunikativ aber trotzdem freundlich, natürlich kein fünf-Sterne-Hotel aber für den Preis vollkommen in Ordnung

Cons:

Wie anderen Bewertungen schon erwähnt war zu abgemachten Zeit niemand da und wir mussten 30min vor der Tür warten

2026-01-04 via Nuitee
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Rafał couple pl
8
2026-01-01 via Nuitee
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Lourdes couple es
8
Pros:

Relación calidad/precio biy buena.

2025-12-27 via Nuitee
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Tolu couple gb
10
2025-12-25 via Nuitee
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Keith solo_traveller gb
6
2025-12-21 via Nuitee
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ELIO family_with_children it
8
Discreto soggiorno in zona tranquilla
Pros:

Stanza grande, luogo silenzioso.

Cons:

Staff non particolarmente socievole, prezzo un pò alto per i servizi offerti e per la posizione un pò defilata della struttura.

2025-12-20 via Nuitee
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Edmond family_with_children gb
9
2025-12-17 via Nuitee
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Bernard family_with_children fr
8
2025-12-16 via Nuitee