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Cathedral Gate Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers start their day with continental breakfast before exploring Canterbury. The hotel's cozy bar awaits after visiting nearby Canterbury Cathedral.

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Located in the city center, Cathedral Gate Hotel offers continental breakfast and a peaceful garden. Canterbury Cathedral is just steps away. Relax at the bar or coffee shop after sightseeing. Free WiFi and luggage storage ensure a convenient and connected stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 372
AED 446 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May

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Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM

Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 13 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 13 per day (984 ft away)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Cathedral Gate Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cathedral Gate Hotel?

As of 21 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cathedral Gate Hotel on 26 May 2026 start from AED 372, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 13 per day.

What time is check-in at Cathedral Gate Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Cathedral Gate Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Cathedral Gate Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Canterbury, this guesthouse is steps from Canterbury Roman Museum and Canterbury Cathedral. St. Thomas' Catholic Church and Beaney House of Art & Knowledge are also within 5 minutes. Canterbury East Station is 10 minutes by foot and Canterbury West Station is 12 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 444 out of 676 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 676 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 676 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 676 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 676 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great breakfast, great location, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent front of house team. Facilities excellently clean. Perfect location for sightseeing. Parking much easier than one might imagine.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gaetano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and convenient to visit the city centre
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A unique location, everything spotless, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to the center and next to the beautiful Cathedral are primary reasons for choosing this hotel - our room was painfully small with a toilet right outside for the use of two other rooms which was a bit uncomfortable in such tight quarters. Continental breakfast was plentiful and some good choices. Overall a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wonderful room despite last minute booking, fantastic old town location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, fantastic service. As it’s an old property the noise between floors can be loud at times but that adds to the charm too
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, quiet, and comfortable. The labyrinth of stairs, roves, and corridors were fun. Staff were amicable and informative, breakfasts were good, varied, and flexible. The location was outstanding. I’m looking forward to our next stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful polite staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly service, fantastic location. Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was great right next to Cathedral and plenty of Restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kwasi A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing hotel due to the staff, highly recommend. Housekeeping were fantastic such attention to detail for a small hotel.great location but really staff and level of service makes this hotel exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice and the staff were very friendly. Hotel right next to cathedral
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Amenities
Great location, lovely room, great breakfast and friendly staff. Would come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location at heart of district.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely quirky hotel in an ideal location. It was spotless, comfortable and the staff were all very helpful. It was lovely to walk (safely!) across the roof to go to breakfast, admiring the view of the cathedral. The only downside was traffic noise but that is obviously to be expected if you stay in a hotel in the centre of a vibrant city.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Weijun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful, especially helping on the luggage because of no lift. The property is next door to the cathedral and restaurants are surrounded the property. The breakfast was fresh and very basic but you can pay extra to get English breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean & cozy. The breakfasts were top notch. The location was perfect for enjoying the old town of Canterbury.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would happily stay at this property again even if just for the incredible view of Canterbury Cathedral! Special mention to Rob who was incredibly friendly and welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel with friendly staff and comfy rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Fantastic location, right next door to Cathedral and in the middle of all the historic buildings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, attentive staff. The building is really old and floors uneven, gaps in door frames add to its unique charm. Cathedral right in back and Evensong is recommend to hear the organ and choir. Bell ringing practice is Thursday night and goes on for some time. I had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This historic building in the heart of Canterbury is only made better by the excellent, friendly & v helpful staff. Rob was particularly helpful. Breakfast in my room was an added bonus. Highly recommended
View from back of the building
Front
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YASUSHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for visiting many historical places
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025