Sofitel London Gatwick, Upscale hotel and dining complex at London Gatwick Airport North Terminal, United Kingdom
The Sofitel London Gatwick is a hotel attached to the North Terminal of Gatwick Airport, offering rooms, multiple dining spaces, and meeting facilities. It serves both overnight guests and travelers looking for a meal or a place to work between flights.
The hotel opened in 1990 as part of a wider effort to develop on-site accommodation at Gatwick Airport. It was among the first hotels in the country to be physically built into an airport terminal.
The Sofitel brand brings a French hospitality style that is visible in the decor and the way service is delivered. This is most noticeable in the dining areas, where the menu places French dishes alongside British influences.
A covered walkway connects the hotel directly to the North Terminal, so no outdoor walk is needed. Travelers using the South Terminal can reach the hotel by the automated shuttle train that runs between the two terminals.
Because flights arrive and depart at all hours, the hotel operates on a 24-hour cycle with no downtime for its front desk, room service, or kitchen. A guest landing at 3 in the morning receives the same level of service as one checking in on a weekday afternoon.
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