The short answer: Stay in a hotel you can walk to, so there is no shuttle to miss at midnight. Hampton by Hilton and the Sofitel are connected. Premier Inn is across the road.
3 stays · Last checked · How we checkThree stays for a late arrival at the North Terminal, compared on how quickly you get to bed.
| Stay | How you reach the hotel | Arrivals to door | 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. Walk times come from Booking.com, the hotels or Gatwick, and the stay page says where we estimated one. 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 staysConnect 9hDecide whether to stay inside the terminal, next to it, or head out.
Connection staysFamily × 4Rooms that fit everyone, and a transfer that works with bags and a buggy.
Family 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