About this property
Dating back to 1438, the historic Cathedral Gate is in the heart of Canterbury. Once slept in by pilgrims, the hotel predates the adjoining gateway to Canterbury Cathedral and features wooden beams and sloping floors. The rooms feature a TV, telephone, and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room has a hairdryer, along with a shared or en suite bathroom. Some rooms have views of Canterbury Cathedral. In the mornings, Cathedral Gate serves continental breakfast. Full English breakfast is also 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.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Cot available on request
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Samantha
United Kingdom“Very welcoming and homely feel the moment we stepped in . Debbie was the perfect host - informative and accommodating !” - Merinda
Australia“This beautiful grade 2 listed property is excellent. My room looked over the cathedral and grounds. The location is at the heart of everything you will want to do in Canterbury. All the staff were friendly and helpful. There was a lovely breakfast...” - Grob
Netherlands“The location is perfect, the city center is cool and fun and the cathedral is breathtaking. The history of the hotel is amazing and the layout is pretty fun. I really like that kind of hotels where not everything is straight and it's a bit wonky....” - Ken
Spain“Great old building. Very comfortable room. Friendly staff” - Lindsay United Kingdom“I really lovely little place hidden out of sight next to the cathedral gate. The staff were really friendly and helpful and the room was a delight. Oh, and the breakfast fruit salad warranted its recommendation 😊.”
- D United Kingdom“The location was excellent as the hotel is very centrally placed. The breakfast was also really nice.”
- Francisco United Kingdom“Staff are really nice and helpful. Great location. Really clean.”
- Donna United Kingdom“The property was very clean Staff lovely Great position”
Charlotte United Kingdom“Everything... Old hotel full of character. The staff were all lovely and helpful. One staff member in particular (Monica) was exceptionally helpful recommending places to visit and asking how your day had been when you returned to the hotel in the...”- Ian United Kingdom“Amazing location literally next door to the Cathedral , everywhere is within easy walking distance. Lovely quirky boutique hotel with comfortable rooms and plenty of character. A very warm welcome by the owner and staff who were keen to make sure...”
Hotel surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
Cathedral is undergoing refurbishments work at the rear of the hotel. Works may take place from 08:30 to 17:00 Monday to Friday.
Due to the nature of the building, there are quite a lot of stairs.
The hotel is in a central location in the pedestrianised city centre, however, guests are welcome to drive to the hotel's front door for unloading prior to parking.
Parking vouchers for the public car park cost GBP 13 for 24-hours parking.
Baby cots are provided upon request only. They are not guaranteed until confirmed by the hotel.
Please note all our rooms are non-smoking this also includes the use of e-cigarettes.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
