Sofitel or Hilton at LGW??? - The DIS Discussion Forums

jen_uk · 11-28-2012, 04:04 PM

We have stayed at the Sofitel a few times and have always liked it there, the Hilton though is coming up as a bit cheaper so I'm tempted to try there. Does anyone have any opinions on the Hilton? Is it directly attached to the South Terminal?

sandshal · 11-28-2012, 04:23 PM

Know it's probably not quite the same but have you considered the brand new premier travel inn opposite the entrance to the north terminal .... Just make sure you get the right one .... Should be rounfpd about £60 a night

jen_uk · 11-28-2012, 04:38 PM

Thanks, I will have a look

sandshal · 11-29-2012, 02:40 AM

Described as "London Gatwick Airport" on premier inn website and NOT gatwick north ..... Hope this helps

Laurafoster · 11-29-2012, 04:15 AM

The Hilton is attached to the south terminal by a walkway. It's next to the shirt stay/valet parking.

The hotels nice enough, nothing special but each time we have stayed the rooms are nice and clean and staff friendly and helpful. Personally I think food and drink prices are expensive but its a 5min walk to the restaurants in the terminal.

Another option is the Marriott. It's onsite and although outside there is a pathway directly to the terminal. It's about a 10min walk (shuttle is also available). We got our room there for £70 inc breakfast.

irenep · 11-29-2012, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by sandshal

Know it's probably not quite the same but have you considered the brand new premier travel inn opposite the entrance to the north terminal .... Just make sure you get the right one .... Should be rounfpd about £60 a night

I have booked 3 rooms there for next July @ £43 per room

Having been to both the Hilton (yes, it is attached to the terminal) and the Sofitel in the past I think the Sofitel wins on a quality basis but all things considered I am happy enough with Premier Inn at that price

queendisney · 11-29-2012, 05:25 PM

not a fan of the Sofitel as I find the rooms claustophobic. Much prefer the Hilton and normally stay in the Executive rooms with access to the executive lounge and breakfast included. We find this well worth the money (just a few free drinks in the lounge pays for the upgrade, plus all the free nibbles and buffet stuff) but we do look at our stay as the start of our holiday and not just a place to stay the night before our holiday begins.
Stayed in the Premier Inn in Liverpool Docks recently and thought it was excellent for the money and would def stay in one again.., thought the breakfast was disgusting though and wouldn't recommend you pay for that.

Magic Megadegs · 11-29-2012, 05:39 PM

Sofitel have very comfy bedding x

sandshal · 11-30-2012, 01:03 AM

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Originally Posted by irenep

I have booked 3 rooms there for next July @ £43 per room

Having been to both the Hilton (yes, it is attached to the terminal) and the Sofitel in the past I think the Sofitel wins on a quality basis but all things considered I am happy enough with Premier Inn at that price

We're there on the 19th ..... Think ours was £52 though

jen_uk · 11-30-2012, 05:01 AM

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Originally Posted by sandshal

Described as "London Gatwick Airport" on premier inn website and NOT gatwick north ..... Hope this helps

The non-refundable rate is only £29 which seems like a bit of a bargain!

sandshal · 11-30-2012, 10:57 AM

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The non-refundable rate is only £29 which seems like a bit of a bargain!

If you can get it for that go for it .... Our dates are now over £60

jen_uk · 11-30-2012, 12:16 PM

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If you can get it for that go for it .... Our dates are now over £60

All booked! The room was £29, I also added on the meal deal for £22 each which gives us a 3 course dinner and an unlimited breakfast buffet

sandshal · 11-30-2012, 01:01 PM

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All booked! The room was £29, I also added on the meal deal for £22 each which gives us a 3 course dinner and an unlimited breakfast buffet

Excellent!! When for?

Sharon xxx

jen_uk · 11-30-2012, 03:04 PM

December 21st

1nfrequent · 11-30-2012, 03:08 PM

Late to this, but I think that if you're looking for value then Premier Inn's good and close. If it's a straight choice between Hilton and Sofitel, then my advice would be to go for the cheaper option as they're much a muchness.

1F

11-28-2012, 04:04 PM	#1
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11-29-2012, 04:15 AM	#5
Laurafoster DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hertfordshire, England Posts: 4,659	The Hilton is attached to the south terminal by a walkway. It's next to the shirt stay/valet parking. The hotels nice enough, nothing special but each time we have stayed the rooms are nice and clean and staff friendly and helpful. Personally I think food and drink prices are expensive but its a 5min walk to the restaurants in the terminal. Another option is the Marriott. It's onsite and although outside there is a pathway directly to the terminal. It's about a 10min walk (shuttle is also available). We got our room there for £70 inc breakfast. __________________ Link to my PTR - http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3050923

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11-29-2012, 05:25 PM	#7
queendisney DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2010 Location: Camberley, UK Posts: 2,337	not a fan of the Sofitel as I find the rooms claustophobic. Much prefer the Hilton and normally stay in the Executive rooms with access to the executive lounge and breakfast included. We find this well worth the money (just a few free drinks in the lounge pays for the upgrade, plus all the free nibbles and buffet stuff) but we do look at our stay as the start of our holiday and not just a place to stay the night before our holiday begins. Stayed in the Premier Inn in Liverpool Docks recently and thought it was excellent for the money and would def stay in one again.., thought the breakfast was disgusting though and wouldn't recommend you pay for that. __________________ Vanda x Walt Disney World resort 16 times for 3 weeks at a time. Off resort 2 times but never again as I just didn't feel the magic. Disneyland Paris untold amt of times as its very close and easy to get to. Disneyland California

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jen_uk Eurovision Nut !! Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: South East Posts: 7,589	December 21st __________________ My dis buddy is Carolfoy

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1nfrequent Earning My Ears Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 26	Late to this, but I think that if you're looking for value then Premier Inn's good and close. If it's a straight choice between Hilton and Sofitel, then my advice would be to go for the cheaper option as they're much a muchness. 1F

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