Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport

Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport, you immediately get that this isn’t your typical airport hotel trying to be something it’s not. It’s a three-star property that knows exactly what it is — a sleek, modern stopover designed for travelers who want efficiency without sacrificing comfort. The lobby feels more like a tech startup than a traditional hotel, with clean lines and that distinctly British approach to minimalist design. Honestly, after dealing with airport chaos, the calm atmosphere here is exactly what you need.

Location & Getting Around

You can’t get much closer to Gatwick’s South Terminal — I mean, you’re literally connected to it. This is one of those rare airport hotels where “close to the terminal” actually means what it says, not a 15-minute shuttle ride away. The location scores speak for themselves, especially that 9.7 rating from couples, and I get why. When you’re dealing with early flights or late arrivals in London, being able to walk to your gate in minutes rather than stressing about transport timing makes all the difference. Plus, if you need anything from the airport shops or restaurants, they’re right there.

The Room Experience

The rooms are compact but thoughtfully designed — think Japanese efficiency meets British practicality. What really stands out are the beds, and apparently I’m not the only one who thinks so since the hotel gets consistently high marks for sleep quality. The room layout maximizes every inch without feeling cramped, and the blackout curtains actually work (crucial when you’re trying to sleep off jet lag). The bathroom is small but functional, with a decent shower that has proper water pressure — something you can’t always count on in airport hotels.

What Sets It Apart

There’s something to be said for a place that does one thing really well rather than trying to be everything to everyone. The staff here seem to understand that most guests are either exhausted from travel or stressed about catching flights, so the service is refreshingly straightforward and efficient. The fact that they have so many repeat customers tells you something — people come back because it works. The building itself has this modern, almost Scandinavian feel that’s calming after the sensory overload of air travel.

Why Guests Love It

Look, this isn’t a destination hotel where you’ll spend your vacation, but that’s not the point. It’s perfect for what it is — a reliable, comfortable place to sleep when you need to be near Gatwick. The combination of that unbeatable location, genuinely comfortable beds, and no-nonsense approach to hospitality makes it work. You know what you’re getting, and you get it well. For early morning flights or late arrivals, especially if you’re traveling as a couple, this place just makes sense. The high ratings aren’t accidental — they’ve figured out exactly what airport travelers need and deliver it consistently.

Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport Accommodations

Reviews of Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport

• Ztwj from New Zealand (9/10)

  when youve travelled some 18,868 km from New Zealand and have a flight to Spain the next morning early THIS is the Hotel to stay at – beyond clean, comfy soft beds to fall into – amazing facilities – right in the centre of LGW woww !! free coffee machine and woww the room operating buttons off my iphone SOOOO NEXT LEVEL 1st class – love staying at this Hotel THE BEST 😉

• Samantha from United Kingdom (9/10)

  The location & staff were excellent, the room was comfortable & had a very thing we needed. The shower was especially good.

• Eglė from United Kingdom (7/10)

  near the airport

• Christine from Guernsey (8/10)

  The convenient location for my morning flight.
  Comfortable bed, smart cosy room.

• Paul from United Kingdom (8/10)

  location and comfort

• Teresa from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Ideal for a short stay
  Staff were very helpful as I needed assistance

• Hilary from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Well organised . I like the smart system, all very easy to operate. Bed comfortable. Great to be inside terminal but so quiet.

• Lucia from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Perfect location and cosy room. We also enjoyed the free hot drinks and getting discounts at the restaurants at the terminal!

• Jill from United Kingdom (9/10)

  The fact that it was in Gatwick south terminal right beside departures

• Laura from United Kingdom (7/10)

  The close proximity to the terminal and the discount off local restaurants.

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