Gatwick Airport has seven on-airport hotels between North and South Terminal — covering budget, mid-range, and 4-star tiers. Our team drops off and collects passengers at both Gatwick terminals daily, and we've put this guide together based on that operational familiarity: which hotels are genuinely convenient for early flights, which suit families, and where the parking packages represent real value.
The biggest decision is terminal. Confirm your airline's terminal before reading further — booking the wrong terminal hotel costs 30 minutes in shuttle time each way.
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⚙ Quick Answer: Best Hotels Near Gatwick Airport
Gatwick has seven on-airport hotels between North and South Terminal, covering budget, mid-range and 4-star tiers.
Closest to check-in: Hampton by Hilton at North Terminal (about 2 minutes by covered walkway) and BLOC Hotel at South Terminal (inside the terminal, about 1 minute from security).
Confirm your airline's terminal first — booking the wrong terminal's hotel costs about 30 minutes in shuttle time each way.
Gatwick Airport Hotels: At a Glance
The headline facts before the detail.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| On-airport hotels | Seven, split between North and South Terminal |
| North Terminal hotels | Hampton by Hilton, Premier Inn (North Terminal), Sofitel London Gatwick |
| South Terminal hotels | BLOC Hotel, YOTEL, Hilton London Gatwick, Courtyard by Marriott |
| Closest to North Terminal check-in | Hampton by Hilton — about 2 minutes by covered walkway |
| Closest to South Terminal security | BLOC Hotel — inside the terminal, about 1 minute |
| YOTEL | Cabin-style rooms, minimum 4-hour booking |
| Parking packages | Sofitel, Hampton by Hilton, Premier Inn (North); Hilton, Courtyard (South) |
| No car park | BLOC Hotel and YOTEL |
| Contact | +44 20 3617 7825 or online booking |
Quick Answers
Which hotel is physically closest to Gatwick North Terminal check-in?
Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport. The covered walkway from the hotel to the North Terminal check-in desks takes approximately 2 minutes. It is the closest hotel to check-in of any on-airport option at Gatwick.
Is BLOC Hotel at Gatwick a good choice for an early morning flight?
Yes — BLOC is inside South Terminal, approximately 1 minute from security. From bed to the security queue in under 5 minutes. It is the best option for passengers with very early South Terminal departures.
What is the difference between YOTEL and BLOC at Gatwick South Terminal?
BLOC is a traditional overnight hotel with standard nightly rates, compact rooms, café and bar. YOTEL operates cabin-style rooms on a minimum 4-hour booking — designed for layovers and short rests, not standard overnight stays.
Do Gatwick hotels offer parking for the full holiday duration?
Yes. Sofitel, Hampton by Hilton and Premier Inn at North Terminal, and Hilton and Courtyard at South Terminal, all offer packages combining accommodation with airport car parking for the duration of your trip.
Which hotel is best for a British Airways flight from Gatwick?
British Airways uses South Terminal. BLOC Hotel is best for maximum proximity — 1-minute walk to security. Hilton London Gatwick is best for full facilities, families, or if you want a restaurant and bar.
Which hotel is best for easyJet at Gatwick?
easyJet uses North Terminal since 29 March 2026. Hampton by Hilton is best for proximity — 2-minute covered walk to North Terminal check-in. Sofitel is the full-service alternative.
Gatwick Airport: North Terminal or South Terminal Hotels?
North Terminal airlines (select): easyJet (since 29 March 2026), Norwegian, TUI, Wizz Air.
South Terminal airlines (select): British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and others.
The inter-terminal shuttle runs every 2–3 minutes, 24 hours a day, and takes approximately 3 minutes. However, for a 05:30 check-in, being on the correct terminal side matters — the shuttle adds 15–20 minutes with luggage.
If your airline isn't listed above, check your booking confirmation or the Gatwick Airport airline directory.
North Terminal Hotels: Overview
Three hotels connect directly to North Terminal — all via covered walkway, no outdoor exposure.
Sofitel London Gatwick — 4-star, ~5 minutes covered walkway to North Terminal. Premium tier with restaurant, bar, spa, meeting rooms and parking packages. Suits business travellers, families wanting full facilities, and passengers on long layovers.
Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport — 3-star, ~2 minutes covered walkway. The closest hotel to North Terminal check-in desks. Efficient and reliable, suited to frequent travellers, easyJet passengers, and those using twilight bag drop the night before early flights.
Premier Inn Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) — budget-value, directly opposite North Terminal entrance. Consistent quality at the lowest on-airport price. Suits budget-conscious travellers and families. Not to be confused with the Premier Inn A23, which is not terminal-connected.
All three hotels have 24-hour reception. All offer parking packages.
South Terminal Hotels: Overview
Four hotels are inside or adjacent to South Terminal — all connected without going outside.
BLOC Hotel Gatwick — boutique, inside South Terminal, ~1 minute to security. The closest hotel to any Gatwick departure gate. Compact, well-designed rooms, 24-hour reception, café and small bar. No parking. Suits solo and couple travellers, business passengers, and anyone with a very early British Airways flight.
YOTEL Gatwick — inside South Terminal, ~1 minute to security. Minimum 4-hour booking. Cabin-style SmartCabins for layovers and short rests — not a traditional overnight hotel. Suits long layovers and early departures where a short rest is needed.
Hilton London Gatwick Airport — 4-star, ~10 minutes covered walkway from South Terminal. Full-service: restaurant, bar, business centre, family rooms, accessible rooms. Parking packages available. Suits families, business travellers, and late arrivals wanting a full meal.
Courtyard by Marriott Gatwick — 3-star, ~15 minutes walk from South Terminal. Business-focused with meeting rooms and standard hotel facilities. Parking available. Quieter than the in-terminal options.
Which Gatwick Hotel Is Best for an Early Flight?
For flights departing before 07:00 — which we see frequently in our operations — proximity to security is everything.
North Terminal: Hampton by Hilton — 2-minute covered walk. For a 05:30 check-in, your bag drop is open from around 03:00 for early easyJet flights. Two minutes from your hotel room to the bag drop desk.
South Terminal: BLOC Hotel — 1-minute walk. From bed to security queue in under 5 minutes. For a British Airways flight at 06:00, this removes all departure-morning risk.
We recommend booking whichever hotel you choose well in advance for summer school-holiday dates and bank holiday weekends. BLOC Hotel in particular sells out early for Saturdays in July and August.
Which Gatwick Hotel Is Best for Families?
Families with young children, pushchairs, and multiple cases have different priorities. We see family groups arrive at our fleet regularly and this shapes our recommendations.
North Terminal families: Sofitel — family rooms, pool, restaurant for early breakfast, more space. Hampton by Hilton has family rooms and the shortest walk to the terminal, which matters when managing children at 04:30.
South Terminal families: Hilton London Gatwick — family rooms, restaurant (breakfast from 06:00 on most days), accessible facilities, covered 10-minute walkway. BLOC is too compact for families with young children.
Budget family option: Premier Inn North Terminal. Consistent quality, family rooms, breakfast available, lowest on-airport price.
Child seats are available for private hire transfers to and from Gatwick hotels. We offer child seats on request at £15 per seat — book in advance.
Which Gatwick Hotel Is Best for Late Arrivals?
Flights landing after 23:00 at Gatwick are common on long-haul routes and delayed European services. After a late arrival you want a short walk, a reception that's open, and ideally food.
North Terminal: Sofitel — restaurant and bar late, 5-minute covered walk from arrivals. Hampton by Hilton — 2-minute covered walk, 24-hour reception, limited late food.
South Terminal: Hilton Gatwick — restaurant and bar serving late, 10-minute covered walkway, 24-hour reception. BLOC Hotel — 24-hour reception and café/bar, 1-minute walk if you just want to sleep.
Gatwick Hotels with Parking Packages
If you are driving to Gatwick and want to combine an overnight stay with car parking for your trip, all North Terminal hotels and the Hilton and Courtyard at South Terminal offer packages.
What's typically included:
- One or more nights' accommodation
- Gatwick Long Stay or Valet parking for the duration of your trip
- Some packages include a shuttle to the car park on return; Valet packages include return to the terminal
Value check: Compare the hotel + parking package against booking hotel and parking separately. Packages are sometimes competitive, sometimes not — it depends on the dates and your lead time.
BLOC Hotel and YOTEL do not have car parks. If you are driving to South Terminal and want BLOC, arrange separate South Terminal parking.
For detailed hotel and parking package comparisons, see our Gatwick Hotels with Parking Guide.
Vehicle Options for Gatwick Airport Transfers
Pre-booked Gatwick transfers are available in eight vehicle classes, from saloon to executive MPV. Every fare is charged per vehicle, not per passenger, so the cost per person falls as the group grows. A wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV) is available on request — confirm at booking.
| Vehicle class | Passengers | Luggage | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Up to 4 | Up to 3 cases | Solo, couple, small group |
| Estate | Up to 4 | Up to 5 cases | Family with pushchair or ski bags |
| MPV5 | Up to 5 | Up to 5 cases | Small group or family |
| MPV6 | Up to 6 | Up to 6 cases | Small group or family |
| MPV7 | Up to 7 | Up to 7 cases | Family with multiple children or large luggage |
| MPV8 | Up to 8 | Up to 8 cases | Larger groups |
| Executive Saloon | Up to 4 | Up to 3 cases | Business travel |
| Executive MPV | Up to 7 | Up to 7 cases | Business group |
See our standard cars, MPV cars, executive taxi and minibus fleet pages, or read our guide to wheelchair-accessible airport transfers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which hotel is physically closest to Gatwick North Terminal check-in?
A: Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport. The covered walkway from the hotel to the North Terminal check-in desks takes approximately 2 minutes. It is the closest hotel to check-in of any on-airport option at Gatwick.
Q: Is BLOC Hotel at Gatwick a good choice for an early morning flight?
A: Yes — BLOC is inside South Terminal, approximately 1 minute from security. From bed to the security queue in under 5 minutes. It is the best option for passengers with very early South Terminal departures. Rooms sell out early for peak summer dates — book well in advance.
Q: What is the difference between YOTEL and BLOC at Gatwick South Terminal?
A: BLOC is a traditional overnight hotel with standard nightly rates, compact rooms, café and bar. YOTEL operates cabin-style rooms on a minimum 4-hour booking — designed for layovers and short rests, not standard overnight stays. For a traditional overnight before a flight, BLOC is the right choice.
Q: Do Gatwick hotels offer parking for the full holiday duration?
A: Yes. Sofitel, Hampton by Hilton and Premier Inn at North Terminal, and Hilton and Courtyard at South Terminal, all offer packages combining accommodation with airport car parking for the duration of your trip. Compare packages against booking hotel and parking separately on your specific dates.
Q: Which hotel is best for a British Airways flight from Gatwick?
A: British Airways uses South Terminal. BLOC Hotel is best for maximum proximity — 1-minute walk to security. Hilton London Gatwick is best for full facilities, families, or if you want a restaurant and bar.
Q: Which hotel is best for easyJet at Gatwick?
A: easyJet uses North Terminal since 29 March 2026. Hampton by Hilton is best for proximity — 2-minute covered walk to North Terminal check-in. Sofitel is the full-service alternative.
Q: Can I take the train to Gatwick South Terminal hotels?
A: Yes. Gatwick railway station connects directly into South Terminal. BLOC and YOTEL are inside the terminal building — a very short walk from the station exit. The Hilton is a 10-minute covered walk from the station.
Q: How do I get from Gatwick station to North Terminal hotels?
A: Gatwick station connects to South Terminal. From South Terminal, take the free inter-terminal shuttle to North Terminal (approximately 3 minutes). From North Terminal, follow hotel signage to Sofitel (~5 minutes), Hampton by Hilton (~2 minutes), or Premier Inn (directly opposite the entrance).
Related Guides
More Gatwick Travel Guides
🏨 North Terminal Hotels
Sofitel, Hampton by Hilton, Premier Inn — covered access from all three.
🏨 South Terminal Hotels
BLOC, YOTEL, Hilton — inside or adjacent to South Terminal.
🅿️ Hotels with Parking
Stay and park packages at both terminals compared.
✈️ easyJet Terminal
North Terminal since 29 March 2026. All flights confirmed.
✈️ British Airways Terminal
South Terminal for all BA departures and arrivals.
🅿️ Parking Guide
Short Stay, Long Stay, Meet and Greet explained.
🚗 Gatwick Taxi
Fixed-fare transfers to both terminals.
🅿️ Short Stay
Car Parks 5 & 6 (North), 1, 2 & 3 (South).
🅿️ Long Stay
Free shuttle, lower daily rate for holidays.
Getting to Your Gatwick Hotel by Private Hire
Stansted Airport Taxi provides pre-booked transfers to and from both Gatwick terminals — North and South. Our fares are fixed at booking, include all charges, and operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
For hotel transfers, confirm your terminal when booking. We collect from the South Terminal arrivals area and the North Terminal arrivals area. Our drivers know both terminals.
Fare disclaimer: Fares shown are indicative, calculated on distance by vehicle class, and confirmed at booking via our fare calculator. Your final fixed price is locked in your booking confirmation — no surge, no airport surcharge, no late-night premium, no card fees.
- ✔ Fixed fare confirmed at booking — includes the Gatwick terminal charge
- ✔ North Terminal and South Terminal, door to door
- ✔ Saloon through Executive MPV, with real-time flight monitoring
- ✔ Child seats available on request at £15 per seat
See our full Gatwick Airport taxi hub, Gatwick Airport taxi prices, Gatwick drop-off charges and Gatwick meet and greet guides.
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