London
£129—Central London aparthotel
The Gate London City
About the Hotel
Adam Potter
Deal Expert
Why We Love This Deal
The Gate London City offers a high-end guest experience. Previous Travelzoo guests have praised the "great location", "fabulous" service, and "delicious" breakfasts. This towering property is situated between the capital's slick City and creative East End. It's a convenient gateway to all the capital has to offer. An overnight stay ranges from £115–£169.
What's Included
- Valid 1 January–30 April, 2025. A minimum 2-night stay applies on Saturdays
- An overnight stay for two people in an Aldgate Studio, with breakfast (worth £15 per person) and late checkout until 12pm (worth £25)
- £129… Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- £139... Tuesday, Wednesday
- £115… Sunday
- A stay in December 2024 ranges from £115–£169
- It's £30 more per night to stay in a Skyline Studio. These rooms are on higher floors and have a city view
- It's £50 more per night to stay in a Twin accessible apartment. These rooms are larger and have a separate living space
- This is a non-refundable rate. Cancellations are not permitted
- PLEASE NOTE: The card used for purchase must be presented upon check-in to validate the relevant payment. If for any reason the same card cannot be presented, the hotel will proceed to charge the card presented upon check-in and will refund the card originally charged. At check-in, all guests are required to provide photo ID. A damage deposit of £150 will also be required at the time of check-in
Why We Love This Hotel
- The 5th-floor lounge has views of the city and features a bar and outdoor terrace.
- All rooms contain kitchenettes with a fridge, an oven/microwave, and Nespresso machines.
- Aldgate East Tube station is a 2-minute walk from the hotel's front door. Enjoy easy access to other parts of London via the District and Hammersmith & City lines.
- Hop in a taxi and in less than 10 minutes be outside St Paul's Cathedral. So too, The Sky Garden, the Tower of London, and Tower Bridge. The Barbican Centre, the Museum of London, and Brick Lane are all also close by.
- The hotel is part of a 21-storey Flatiron-style building in Whitechapel. This area is adjacent to arty Shoreditch and the affluent City of London. These neighbourhoods have inspired aspects of the hotel’s interior design. Street art hangs in the lounge showcasing pieces from celebrated artists like Banksy and Retna.
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Customer Service available Mon-Fri, 8am-6pm
Rates may vary by date, are subject to availability and are not guaranteed until your purchase is complete.
The room rates listed are for double occupancy per room unless otherwise stated and exclude tax recovery charges and service fees.
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*Unless otherwise stated, Travelzoo-exclusive extras are valid once per stay (based on two adults sharing). Value is an estimate based on double occupancy. Extras are only included with Member Rates and may not be available on all dates. Extras are non-transferable and have no cash value. Total value may vary depending on time of booking and availability. When included, breakfast may be limited to 2 guests per stay subject to hotel’s discretion. Other restrictions may apply; see our T&Cs for details.
Please note: Some amenities and services may not be available in all rooms or may incur an additional charge. All prices stated have been verified at the time of publication and may vary at the discretion of the hotel.
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(47 Member Ratings)
(47 Member Ratings)
Other Comments
The Gate Hotel, London: A Study in Style Over Substance
The trouble with hotels is this: they face two challenges—the building and the service. Separately, neither means a thing. The finest architecture without warmth is just a shell; impeccable service in a soulless box feels like being hosted by a robot. The Gate Hotel, sadly, is a masterclass in missing the point.
At first glance, it’s all there. The sleek, Instagrammable interiors—muted tones, brass fittings, and just the right amount of greenery to suggest effortless sophistication. It’s the influencer of hotels: great lighting, attractive angles, and nothing of substance behind the façade. Reception is pretty, the rooms tick every box (kettle, coffee, USB ports, and even a decent shower), but it’s all surface-level brilliance. The soul of the operation? Missing in action.
Check-in set the tone: a perfunctory process that felt less like a welcome and more like an inconvenience to staff. No smiles, no warmth—just the robotic slide of a key card across the counter. You expect a bit of theatre here—a “Welcome to The Gate!” or even a feigned interest in your journey. But no, the curtain had long since dropped on hospitality.
Breakfast was the pièce de résistance of their indifference. Despite having pre-booked and paid, I was curtly informed my breakfast wasn’t included. Cue an awkward back-and-forth before I was told to “take a seat while we check.” Ten minutes later, still hungry and thoroughly unimpressed, I walked out. There’s only so long you can wait when the staff seem determined to test your patience.
Checking out was just as uninspiring. No apology, no acknowledgment of their mistake, just the sound of my frustration echoing back as I headed elsewhere for sustenance.
The Gate Hotel had the makings of a wonderful stay. A lovely building, great location, and rooms that do everything they need to. But like a perfectly curated Instagram grid, it lacks the authenticity to back up the aesthetics. A shame, really. Until they master the art of service, I’ll take my breakfasts—and my stays—elsewhere.
Paul
06 Dec, 2024
Bristol, UK
Enjoyed Most
The rooms were small but clean, comfy beds
Other Comments
Unhelpful staff, lack of nearby safe parking, lack of view from apartment
Helen
27 Oct, 2024
Cleethorpes, UK
Enjoyed Most
We stayed for just one night. Facilities and breakfast were both very good. Lounge area and terrace stylish. Room a bit worn (scratched paint) and we'd have appreciated a thicker duvet/newer looking bedlinen.
Gail
07 Sep, 2024
Wirral, UK
Enjoyed Most
Comfortable bed great shower good breakfast all you need for an overnight stay staff friendly and helpful
barbara
25 Sep, 2024
Portland, UK
Enjoyed Most
The reception staff were fantastic
DAVID
17 Oct, 2024
Halifax, UK
Enjoyed Most
Modern hotel. Rooms well appointed. Delicious continental breakfast. Good service from all staff. Near Aldgate East subway.
Other Comments
Very good pub nearby Hoop and Grace, live music in the evening. Three grocery shops opposite the hotel
Angela
08 Sep, 2024
Worthing, UK
Enjoyed Most
Welcoming staff lovely atmosphere clean rooms
Kelly
21 Jul, 2024
Worthing, UK
Enjoyed Most
Wonderful location in a part of London we had not exlplored. Great breakfast and staff and rhe amenities of the room were awesome. We spent a lot of time on the deck and the lounge. Great green hotel as well
Chris
28 Jul, 2024
Cambridge, UK
Enjoyed Most
very comfortable and fluffy towels. wonderful breakfast selection .great location near the Tube Algate East.
Staff very helpful. Macro market across street with discount for hotel guests. lots of restaurants nearby.
Norman V
01 Jun, 2024
Klamath Falls, OR, USA
Enjoyed Most
Our room was lovely, the bed was comfortable, the air conditioning was brilliant, and the bathroom was perfect with a great shower. The room was spotless .
We particularly liked the 5th floor lounge with sun terrace. The complimentary coffee, tea and juice was very welcome.
All the staff we encountered were polite and helpful.
Other Comments
We went to Brick Lane for our evening meal. A unforgettable experience, lovely food and a vibrant atmosphere.
Susan
26 Jul, 2024
Snaith, UK