Cathedral Gate
36 Burgate, Canterbury, CT1 2HA, United Kingdom
Dating back to 1438, the historic Cathedral Gate is centrally nestled in Canterbury. Once slept in by pilgrims, the boutique hotel predates the adjoining gateway to Canterbury Cathedral and features wooden beams and sloping floors. The accommodations feature a TV, telephone, and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room has a hairdryer, along with a shared or private bathroom. Some private spaces have views of Canterbury Cathedral. In the mornings, Cathedral Gate serves continental complimentary breakfast. Full English breakfast formula is in addition available for an additional fee. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. The Cathedral Gate is just steps from the bustling Buttermarket and the cathedral precincts. The city is home to numerous high street shops and restaurants, which are within a 2-minute stroll. Canterbury West and Canterbury East Railway Stations are both just 15 minutes’ walk away.
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993 Reviews
Price Summary
211 $ / night** Approximate prices for a 1-night stay
Guest reviews for Cathedral Gate
"Small but very comfortable room up on the 3rd floor, great view of Cathedral, warm, very much enjoyed breakfast of fresh fruit, yogurt and hot porridge option. Super location. Shared bathroom was nice. Free Bottled water available. Quiet."
"No subtitle feature to help my poor hearing on the small tv; pillows were pretty flat;"
"The breakfast was excellent with fresh fruit and Greek yoghurt. We were made to feel very welcome."
"Aucun."
"The staff! Amazing and helpful and so willing to accommodate needs like luggage storage, etc. A lovely stay in a beautiful place."
"Nothing to note. Everything was as described"
"This is such a fabulous hotel. Much of it is 15th Century, with beams, sloping floors, crooked corridors and so, so much character. The back of it has a direct view of the Cathedral. It is such a fabulous place. Also great location, great staff, and the breakfast was basic but good. Can't recommend highly enough."
"Aucun."
"Very friendly staff. Excellent location. Comfortable room."
"Lots of stairs. But the staff helped with suitcases!"
"The staff was exceptionally helpful. The view of the Cathedral from the room was outstanding."
"Aucun."
"The staff (Rob and Rob)were both so helpful and kind. The location and the lovely old rooms.Wish we could have stayed longer !"
"Not a thing"
"Absolutely delightful old building right by the Cathedral. Staff very helpful and friendly."
"Nothing"
"The location is great. Loved the property. It has a lot of character. Floors are uneven though, so I wouldnt book it if you have balance problems. Or at least call before booking. It was so clean. Super impressed. Water available constantly and the staff on site where really professional Would definitely go back"
"We called to rebook the dates. It was too late on booking.com to do that. The person we spoke to was rude to my husband. It made us apprehensive and worried how we would be treated by staff when there. Staff there were lovely. Not sure who the rude lady was."
"It was a perfect location--easily walkable to everything in Canterbury. The space was clean. Staff was very nice. Our mattress was very hard; when I mentioned it to the staff they added a topper and it was much more comfortable."
"Aucun."
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Guest reviews
"Really friendly and welcoming staff. Nice clean and modern with good facilities."
Sharri YHA York
"nice b&b in a village close to York next to a bus stop which links York with the moors countryside and coastal towns. convenient to visit both York and Whitby/Scarborough especially if you have a car. feels like a home than a hotel."
"Excellent service. Nice location and friendly staff. Well informed. Water pressure in the bathroom was very good and enjoyed the shower. Clean and queit rooms and comfortable to stay."
Manickam St. Raphael Guest House
"The property is beautifully decorated in a great location."
Nicole Hotel Clementine
"Room was exceptional with a bath for wife, very quiet nice windows and a view over to York Minsiter. Very clean and comfortable bed. Breakfast is excellent also, very hot and fresh, Lisa is a great laugh and good to chat with. Hope to retuen again next NYE. Thank June, was really nice to see you again."
Paul Ascot House
"Staff were excellent, especially the lady who served us breakfast 👍"
Tim The Fat Badger
"Staying in a 500 year old inn that was the home of a famous revolutionary was a fascinating experience. It was by far the oldest room I've ever slept in and I wondered at length as to who had been born, and died in that space. It is next door to Yorkminster, the ancient cathedral of York and a great location all around. The food for both breakfast and dinner was delicious and staff were friendly and efficient. Be prepared for uneven floors and doorways that aren't square, but if to want that, stay in a newer hotel. We loved every minute. Great bar too!"
Crabtree Guy Fawkes Inn
"The view. The bed was the comfiest!! There was everything we needed"
"Easy check in and check out, The room was quite large and clean."
Jeffrey The Keep
