The short answer: Choose a hotel you can walk to with bags and a buggy. Hampton by Hilton and the Sofitel are connected, and both are reported to offer family rooms.
3 stays · Last checked · How we checkThree stays at the North Terminal for a family, compared on the walk and the room types.
| Stay | How you reach N | Hotel to check-in | Room, typical | Transfer | Typical total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our pickHampton by Hilton London Gatwick | Covered walkway to the North TerminalAbout 2 minutes per Holiday Extras | 2 min | £118–£166 | £0 | £118–£166 |
| Also considerSofitel London Gatwick | Covered walkway to the North TerminalBooking.com: linked to the North Terminal by a short covered walkway. About 3 minutes per Holiday Extras | 3 min | £126–£135 | £0 | £126–£135 |
| Best valueLowest totalPremier Inn London Gatwick Airport North Terminal | Walk across from the terminal entranceBooking.com: a minute's walk from the main entrance. Door to check-in is our estimate | 5 min | £98–£153 | £0 | £98–£153 |
Prices are the lowest room we found on Booking.com across eight dates from November 2026 to April 2027, for two adults, one night, in Australian dollars. Family room details are not confirmed. Checked November 2026; your dates may cost more or less.
The right stay changes with the situation and the terminal.
Sleep close enough that the morning is a short walk or a short ride.
Early flight staysArr 23:55Get from the gate to a bed without waiting on a shuttle that has stopped.
Late arrival staysConnect 9hDecide whether to stay inside the terminal, next to it, or head out.
Connection staysLayover 7hA day room, a shower or a few hours out. What is realistic in the time you have.
Layover optionsStep-freeA short, calm route from the room to check-in, with as few steps, waits and transfers as possible.
Stays for older travellersLowest totalThe lowest total for the night, with the room and the trip to the terminal added up.
Budget stays