Cathedral Gate

Hotels
9 (1560 reviews)
36 Burgate , Canterbury , GB

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Paid
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

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1560 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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Martin • family_with_children • hk
9
Cons:

Breakfast great but would have been better with an egg!

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Bushnell • couple • us
10
Couldn't have been better!
Pros:

Our stay couldn't have been better! Staff members were genuinely friendly, offered great suggestions on where to dine (really nailed it with The Parrot!) and went out of their to help us. The location is literally the best it could be, built next to the famous cathedral's gate. (The hotel's building is actually older than the gate!). Room was lovely, with a partial view of the cathedral, and breakfast (delivered to room) was fresh and excellent! Killer croissants!

Cons:

My only regret is that I didn't book directly with the hotel. It is an excellent, historic hotel that deserves to have all our tourist dollars/pounds/euros/etc. Don't make the same mistake I did!

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Desilva • couple • gb
9
Excellent hotel.
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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kees • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
9
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Janica • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Wir haben uns im Cathedral Gate Hotel sehr wohlgefühlt! Die Lage ist unschlagbar – mitten in der Altstadt, direkt neben der Kathedrale und nur wenige Gehminuten von vielen Sehenswürdigkeiten, Pubs und Restaurants entfernt.

Das Hotel ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen, aber sehr sauber und hat durch das alte, verwinkelte Gebäude viel Charme. Man sollte allerdings gut Treppen steigen können und etwas Orientierungssinn mitbringen – je nach Zimmer führt der Weg sogar über die Dachterrasse.

Das Frühstück war ebenfalls sehr gut: Croissants, Toast, Cereals, Joghurt und frischer Obstsalat können ganz nach Wunsch bestellt und kombiniert werden. Dazu gibt es eine gute Getränkeauswahl und sechs verschiedene leckere Marmeladen.

Besonders hervorheben möchten wir Rob, Tanja und Lucia – alle waren unglaublich freundlich und hilfsbereit und haben dafür gesorgt, dass wir uns sehr willkommen gefühlt haben.

Mit dem Auto darf man zum Ausladen direkt bis vor das Hotel fahren. Danach kann man für £13/24 Std. im etwa drei Gehminuten entfernten Queningate Car Park parken.

Wir waren sehr gerne hier zu Gast und würden das Cathedral Gate Hotel jederzeit weiterempfehlen!

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Kees • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Karin • couple • us
8
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • de
8
Pros:

Sehr gute Lage und wunderschönes Gebäude.

Cons:

Es sollte im Vorfeld kommuniziert werden, dass lediglich ein vegetarisches Frühstück angeboten wird.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Kirsty • couple • gb
10
Brilliantly accommodating and friendly staff
Pros:

Staff were all fantastic and very accommodating re check-in times, breakfast times etc. Room was comfortable, bathroom a bit small. I don't think they do the full English breakfast any more but the continental is fine. Location couldn't be better - right next to the cathedral gate.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Sinead • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Sven • couple • de
9
Originelles Hotel in einer top Lage
Pros:

Die Lage und das sehr zuvorkommende Personal. Originelle Unterkunft in einer hervorragenden Lage.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

Staying in this historic college was amazing. I couldn’t trade it. The breakfast experience is so special. The staff are incredible. Definitely try to attend Mass!

Cons:

The guest housing is pretty miserable to be honest. While it’s great to stay at Christ Church, the building is shoved in the rear of the campus, with rooms that leave much to be desired. The view out the window is depressing concrete. The bathroom is the worst offender — super small and water spills everywhere.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Jean • family_with_children • gb
8
Comfortable and very convenient
Pros:

Location

Cons:

More. Cereal options

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Domonic • couple • gb
8
A comfortable stay in a small friendly hotel
Pros:

The location is perfect right in the centre of town

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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yolanda • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Staff was excellent, they were super nice. Easy to find and get to. Room was buggy, bed was good.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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patrick sorgeloos • extended_group • be
8
Pros:

staff ready to help

Cons:

unique location

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • us
8
Excellent cathedral view and location
Pros:

Location was as close to the cathedral as one can get - right outside my window. Friendly and helpful staff gave me a choice of an upgrade to a lower room on the street side but I stayed with my garret. They carried my bag up and down the very steep and narrow stairs.

Cons:

Old building with uneven floors so head was lower than foot, not comfortable. I switched the bedding around. Be prepared: you’ll be staying in an historic building with many stairs. Fine for me but others may have more difficulty.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Tino • solo_traveller • de
10
Pros:

We came with Motorcycle and had a great entry into the pedestrian zone
Staff was very helpful with tips and arrangements
Location is just stunning

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee