Bishop's Gate Hotel

Hotels
9.8 (986 reviews)
24 Bishop St , Derry Londonderry , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 986 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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Brea couple gb
10
We are definitely going to go back this summer so I think that says it all. As well as being a beautiful hotel the staf
Pros:

It was very welcoming ,very homely and comfortable!

Cons:

I loved everything!

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Shelley couple au
9
Fantastic location and great staff at the front desk. The hotel was clean.
Pros:

The rooms were clean, great place to stay. The food was okay and service a little slow.

Cons:

Service could have been better at the restaurant and bar

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Oonagh solo_traveller ie
6
Pleasant and convenient, excellent breakfast.
Pros:

It’s a beautiful building, the room was spacious and the bed was comfortable. Breakfast was very good.

Cons:

It was much more expensive than previously because of the maritime festival. I was upgraded to a lovely room facing the street which unfortunately was directly over a party of some kind with very loud music. All in all, would have preferred not to be upgraded!

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller ie
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Madonna extended_group gb
8
Convenient hotel right in the heart of this historic city.
Pros:

We had an evening meal the food was well presented and perfectly cooked but the menu was limited. There was a good selection for breakfast cooked and continental.

Cons:

We stayed in one of the gf apartments across from the hotel and were awakened very early by works machinery bein driven up and down the lane by our bedroom Windows. I appreciate the hotel has no control of this.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Jane family_with_children ie
9
Ideal spacious family base to explore the city.
Pros:

The apartment was so spacious, extremely clean and comfortable, ideal for a family, would recommend to others. The reception staff were really friendly and helpful, I would stay here again for sure.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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935marcyp Family Lenexa, Kansas
10
Spacious family hotel
Pros:

We loved this place! We did the two bedroom apartment room and it was much bigger than we thoughts. Everything was adorable and antique. The staff was incredibly kind. We were only there one night and all of us wished we had stayed more.

2026-06-28 via Tripadvisor
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Caren extended_group us
8
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Mary family_with_children ie
9
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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fayeg404 Couples
10
Great hotel in Derry
Pros:

Beautiful hotel in the center of Derry with first class service. We spent 1 night in a very comfortable room. I want to especially thank Edel at the front desk who went out of her way with personalized attention. She could not have been more kind and helpful!
She recommended a 30 minute guided walking tour of the city which I highly recommend.

2026-06-24 via Tripadvisor
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Sharon Stavroff Tejada couple ca
9
Glorious Stay
Pros:

One of our favourtie places we stayed over our 9 week European adventure. The staff was totally awesome, the facilities were wonderful and the apartment was fantastic. I say go for it. You're on vacation so splurge a little.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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louise solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Everything, can't wait to visit again soon!

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Sonia couple fr
10
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Christopher couple us
10
Do not miss this lovely hotel when in Derry.
Pros:

We stayed in three hotels while in the Republic and Northern Ireland and Bishop's Gate Hotel was by far the best of all. It is a cozy hotel located in the heart of Derry- a great city unto itself. One can easily get around on foot to walk the walls or access other locations. The room was a very comfortable home base for our trip to Derry. The dinner at the restaurant was among the top meals we had in Ireland. Do not miss a chance to enjoy dinner. Staff was the best. We were beat when we arrived. Staff gladly got us some tea and coffee for a quick refreshment and our room was ready in minutes although we showed up quite early. I will definitely return to Derry and this hotel.

Cons:

This is a minor point- upgrade the ambiance in the dining room, including the sound system.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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ElaineAndGreg Couples Chesterland, Ohio
10
Terrific Boutique Hotel in Great Location in Derry
Pros:

The Bishop’s Gate Hotel is located . . . drum roll please . . . by the Bishop’s Gate in Derry. That makes it not only easy to find, but also convenient to walk the walls and to see much of the central city easily.

The hotel has valet parking, but we used an enclosed lot about 200 feet down the street.

This is a boutique hotel. We were warmly greeted and immediately given helpful tips about the area. Our room was possibly on the small side, but comfortable and with elegant and interesting design elements.

Take advantage of the location to explore the walls, which are about a mile around the town center and have many terrific views. From this location, the walk is much easier if you go in a clockwise direction, which will also take you past the “Derry Girls” mural.

We enjoyed our stay here, but what really made it great was the charming and friendly staff. We felt more like invited guests than hotel customers. What a great place!

2026-06-18 via Tripadvisor
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ayresteresa NONE Dublin, County Dublin
10
Would highly recommend
Pros:

Fantastic hotel. Great staff. Dinner was very good with good menu choice and wine list. Nice bar. Nice room with added bonus of robes

2026-06-18 via Tripadvisor
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BRIDIE couple ie
10
It was just amazing .... staff were super friendly... especially Robyn and Stephanie at reception...
Pros:

N/A

Cons:

Nothing at all... couldn't find a fault one way or the other

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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488jeanettel Family Buncrana, County Donegal
10
Absolute gem for afternoon tea
Pros:

This was the most beautiful setting for an afternoon tea. Staff were so attentive and kind to us all. Family group of 16 so we had a private room. The savoury plates were ideal as the starter and then 4 items of each sweet treat arrived, as many pots of tea and coffee as was needed. Room booked for 3 hours which is perfect time. Definitely would recommend this fantastic hotel for a get together

2026-06-17 via Tripadvisor
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Benoit solo_traveller ca
10
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Hannah solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-16 via Nuitee