Cathedral Gate

3 stars
36 Burgate, Canterbury, CT1 2HA, United Kingdom
Canterbury, United Kingdom
8.8
Very good
based on 2498 reviews
2,498 reviews
mar 23/9
-
mer 24/9
1 room, 2 guests
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£72
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
£72
Standard Room
£76
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Overview

Cathedral Gate offers historic accommodation in Canterbury and is within walking distance of Canterbury West Railway Station. It is close to Canterbury Cathedral, restaurants and shops.

There are a variety of facilities available to guests of the hotel, such as a guest lounge, free Wi-Fi and luggage storage. In fine weather, an outdoor terrace provides an ideal spot to relax.

Cathedral Gate has 24 stylish rooms offering all the necessities to ensure a comfortable stay. Hot drinks can be made with complimentary tea and coffee supplies.

Those staying at the hotel can enjoy the in-house bar, ideally based for a drink.

Cathedral Gate is also moments from the area's popular establishments, plus St Augustine's Abbey and the Kent Museum of Freemasonry are a 10-minute walk away. Situated nearby are the Royal Museum and Art Gallery and the Canterbury Heritage Museum.

8.8
Very good rating
Based on 2,498 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Cathedral Gate

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mer 24/9
Standard Room
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£76
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£78
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£94
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Double room
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£72
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1 double bed
£75
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£82
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Amenities at Cathedral Gate

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared toilet
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

General

  • Sofa
  • Landmark view
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Room service
  • Bottle of water

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Workspace

  • Desk

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Cathedral Gate

8.8
Very good
2498 verified ratings
Wonderful
1586
Very good
518
Good
275
Okay
59
Fair
33
Mediocre
15
Poor
12

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's perfect location near the cathedral, friendly and helpful staff, and the cleanliness of the facilities. Many enjoyed the breakfast offerings and the historic charm of the building, although some mentioned challenges with stairs and noise from the street.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
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8.8
Very good
Michael, Feb 2020
Pros (+) Right at the gate to the cathedral and Burgate square. Easy walk to train station, Church of St. Thomas, St. Augustine’s church, and many restaurants.
Cons (-) No suggestions.

Location

36 Burgate, Canterbury, CT1 2HA

What's nearby

  • Canterbury Roman Museum64 yd
  • Canterbury Cathedral136 yd
  • The Canterbury Tales162 yd
  • Beaney House of Art and Knowledge201 yd
  • Canterbury Heritage Museum270 yd
  • Marlowe Theatre296 yd
  • Dane John Gardens0.3 mi
  • Kent Museum of Freemasonry0.3 mi
  • West Gate Towers Museum0.3 mi
  • St. Augustine's Abbey0.3 mi
  • Canterbury Norman Castle0.4 mi
  • Canterbury Christ Church University0.4 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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£145
£160
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 28% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Cathedral Gate

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Cathedral Gate, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and May.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Cathedral Gate, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Cathedral Gate was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £100, while the most expensive was £175.
  • How long should you stay at Cathedral Gate? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Cathedral Gate

  • Where is Cathedral Gate located?

    Cathedral Gate is located at 36 Burgate in Downtown, 0.1 miles from the centre of Canterbury. Canterbury Roman Museum is the closest landmark to Cathedral Gate.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Cathedral Gate?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Cathedral Gate.

  • Does Cathedral Gate offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Cathedral Gate offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Cathedral Gate from the airport?

    Cathedral Gate is 26.1 miles from London Southend. Cathedral Gate is 47.1 miles from London City.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Cathedral Gate hotel deals?

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.6
0.1 mi
London Southend
26.1 mi

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