THERE’S nothing worse than a 3am alarm clock before a long flight – which is where airport hotels come in.
I stayed at the Holiday Inn at London Gatwick Airport. Here’s everything you need to know.
What is the hotel like?
A very comfortable, convenient modern hotel for those wanting to grab more sleep before a flight.
There’s a shuttle bus running every 15 to 20 minutes most of the day and every hour from midnight to 3am, providing a direct link to check terminals.
What are the rooms like?
Clean, modern rooms with more facilities than you’d expect for an overnight stay.
There’s tea and coffee, free water, a mini bar and work desk with lamp.
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The iron will ensure you’re presentable for any flight and there are also plenty of plug sockets and USB points. Room service is 24/7 too.
It took the sting out of our 6am flight and we managed to grab a few extra hours’ sleep before heading off on our trip feeling rested.
Book through Holiday Extras and with their Flextras policy, if you need to cancel or amend, you can without charge.
One night’s stay in a standard room at the Holiday Inn Gatwick is from £121 in total.
Or for one night plus four days Maple Meet & Greet parking, prices start from £244 in total. See holidayextras.com.
What is there to eat and drink there?
Great for a quick dinner before heading off for an early night, there’s a buzzy restaurant and bar.
The menu features comfort food from burgers (£18.50) and stuffed flatbreads (£12) to curries, steaks and salads.
Food arrived quickly and service was efficient and friendly. Breakfast served from 6am.
What else is there?
For those looking to drive, Holiday Extras can package up a stay at the hotel with a range of parking options from longstay to Meet and Greet.
Is it family friendly?
The hotel has connecting rooms, cribs on request and kids can eat free making this a family friendly hotel.
Is there access for guests with disabilities?
Guests can find accessible bathrooms equipped with grab bars, tall toilets, handrails, and a clear turning space for wheelchair users.
As well as easy access for wheelchairs, there are also conveniently located door locks.