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About the Hotel

Balcombe Road, Maidenbower, Crawley, Crawley (West Sussex), United Kingdom, RH10 7ZR
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Close to Tilgate Park
Nice
6.7
5.7
/10
1.7
2.3
/5

Rooms Information

The Europa Gatwick Hotel features 211 traditionally styled bedrooms. Each room includes a TV, tea and coffee facilities, and a private bathroom. Room options range from double rooms with one double 3/4 size bed to family rooms with configurations such as one double and one single bed, or three single beds. Upgraded rooms are more spacious and include a separate living room, en-suite bathroom, TV, telephone, hairdryer, and tea and coffee making facilities. Certain ground floor rooms offer handrails and pull cords, with en-suite bathrooms equipped with grab rails. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

Dining at the Hotel

The Europa Gatwick Hotel has an on-site Mediterranean restaurant and bar that serves a variety of dishes and beverages. The Mediterranean Restaurant is located on the mezzanine floor, featuring a high timber ceiling and large picture windows with a view of the garden courtyard and central fountain area. Breakfast is served daily from 7:00am to 9:30am, with a breakfast buffet including scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, beans, fruit, and cereal. Dinner is served from 6:30pm to 9:30pm, offering a daily carvery buffet with fresh meats, gravy, potatoes, and vegetables. The Rafters Lounge Bar, located in the main lounge area, is open from 4pm - 11pm Daily, offering a warm and cosy bar with a fireplace and a modern snack menu from 5:00pm - 10:00pm.

Leisure and Wellness

Guests have access to Spindles Health and Leisure Club for £4.00 per adult and £2.00 per child per session. Spindles Health and Leisure Club includes an indoor heated swimming pool with a timber roof, a fully equipped gym, a sauna, a steam room, and a spa pool. Children's swimming times are daily from 10:00am to 6:00pm, with last entry at 5:30pm. Memberships are available starting from £24 per month.

Location and Transportation

The Europa Gatwick Hotel & Spa is located 10 km from London Gatwick Airport. Gatwick Airport has North and South terminals, offering bars, cafes, retail outlets, duty-free stores, and foreign exchange outlets. The hotel offers parking packages with overnight accommodation and 8 or 15 days of on-site parking. Transfers to Gatwick Airport are available by taxi, costing £20.50 for a standard car, £27 for a 6-seater, and £32 for an 8-seat minibus each way, including Gatwick Airport's £7.00 drop-off fee. The hotel is situated directly off the motorway, a 10-minute drive from Gatwick Airport.

Services and Facilities

The Europa Gatwick Hotel offers wedding packages for 10 to 100 ceremony guests and up to 170 evening guests, and 7 conference rooms for 10 to 170 delegates. The hotel has a courtyard with landscaped gardens and fountains. Additional amenities include free Wi-Fi, pet-friendly accommodations (£10 per pet per night, max 2 pets per room), and disability access including level access to the lounge bar, lift access to the restaurant, reduced-height reception desk, designated parking spaces, induction loop, and accessible health club facilities.

“This hotel caters specifically to Gatwick flyers, balancing value and convenience. I see an on-site Mediterranean restaurant and a leisure club with a pool that add appealing options if your flight is delayed. Its pet-friendly policy is notable, along with flexible wedding packages, for those planning events.”
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The hotel offers rooms of different types and facilities suitable for every traveler
Double Room
2 persons
28 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Twin Room
2 persons
28 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Family Room
2 persons
36 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Executive Double Room
2 persons
31 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Airport hotels designed with facilities that ensure convenience and comfort
Facilities: Nice
6.8/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Vending machines
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Garden area
  • Solarium
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Paid Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Europa Gatwick Hotel Location

Balcombe Road, Maidenbower, Crawley, Crawley (West Sussex), United Kingdom, RH10 7ZR
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Balcombe Road, Maidenbower, Crawley, Crawley (West Sussex), United Kingdom, RH10 7ZR
Nearby
Maidenbower Baptist Church
590 m
Restaurants
Frogshole Farm
780 m
Maidenbower Drive Maidenbower
Explore Crawley (West Sussex)
Local Experiences
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Tulleys Farm
Tulleys Farm
5-minute drive
A farm offering seasonal activities like pumpkin picking and a Halloween maze, perfect for families and fun seekers.
Tilgate Park
Tilgate Park
12-minute drive
A large park featuring beautiful gardens, a nature center, and lakes, ideal for picnics and outdoor activities.
Crawley Memorial Gardens
30 minutes walking
Beautiful gardens perfect for a leisurely stroll, with a serene environment and lovely flower displays.
Hawth Theatre
Hawth Theatre
5-minute drive
A vibrant venue offering a variety of performances including music, drama, and comedy for all ages.
Tilgate Forest Golf Club
5-minute drive
A scenic golf course catering to all skill levels, ideal for relaxing days outdoors or friendly competition.
Tulleys Escape Rooms
Tulleys Escape Rooms
5-minute drive
An exciting challenge for thrill-seekers, featuring themed escape rooms that test wits and teamwork.
Yoga at The Clouds are High
8 minutes walking
A serene space offering yoga classes for relaxation and wellness, perfect for those looking to unwind.
Frogshole Farm
Frogshole Farm
10 minutes walking
A charming local pub serving hearty British dishes and a variety of ales in a warm, inviting atmosphere.
The Flying Spiral
5-minute drive
A family-friendly restaurant offering a diverse menu from pizzas to vegetarian options, with a vibrant decor.
Gala Clubs
10 minutes walking
An entertaining venue known for its lively bingo nights and events, suitable for all ages looking for fun.
The Hawth Theatre
5-minute drive
Home to varying performances, it offers a rich entertainment calendar with events suitable for couples and families.
Getting around
City Centre
Crawley (West Sussex)34 min  ·  2.8 km
Airports
London Gatwick (LGW)11 min  ·  7.3 km
London Heathrow (LHR)111 min  ·  73.4 km
Train
Crawley Train Station5 min  ·  3.1 km
Bus
Bus stop4 min  ·  300 m
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:30
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation might be needed) at GBP 7 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for additional charge.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 11.50 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
330
Former name
Britannia Europa Gatwick
Property is also known as
gatwick europa hotel and spa
rh10 7zr
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europa hotel maidenbower
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Reviews and Ratings

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The Europa Gatwick Hotel is often chosen for its convenient location near Gatwick Airport, just a short ride from the 'Fast 100' bus stop, and offers good value for money. Guests frequently enjoy the spacious rooms, some overlooking the garden area, and appreciate the amenities like the swimming pool and spa. While some have mentioned that the building shows its age, many find the buffet meal deal and full English breakfast to be highlights of their stay.
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Review score
Based on 949 verified reviews
5.8/10
Guest rating
44%
Recommend
Location
7.9/10
Staff
7.9/10
Paid Wi-Fi
5.1/10
Facilities
6.8/10
Pros
Reasonably priced food
Comfortable bed
Helpful staff
Good breakfast
Spanish décor
Cons
Shabby decor
Basic rooms
No aircon
Guest reviews
based on 949 reviews
5.8/10
based on 3644 reviews
2/5
based on 2114 reviews
6.7/10
Grace from United Kingdom
Single
double room
4 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 26, 2025
9/10
friendly receptiontidy roomrepeat stay
the reception staff were helpful and friendly i felt welcome. the room was clean and tidy it had all i needed. i have stayed here before and i will stay again.
the building appears a little run down needing maintenance.
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Hannah from United Kingdom
Family with children
Double Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 24, 2025
8.8/10

amazing experience!

clean roomquiet roomcomfy bedhelpful receptionist
The room was quiet and so clean. comfy beds were a HUGE plus!!! i found a parking space immediately. debby at reception was SO helpful. She gave us the best welcome. the buffet was great value!
Service
10/10
the staff was always available and very friendly. they were helpful. i really felt supported with any needs i had, and that's important!
Facilities
8/10
there is a beautiful garden, particularly at night. a nice little balcony came with the room. the garden looks amazing during the night!!! this is such a great feature of this place.
Location
9/10
This location offers easy access from the motorway. it's also convenient to gatwick airport. This made traveling much smoother. i could easily reach the airport and motorway. it was such a relief!
Rooms
9/10
The room was spacious and comfortable. This definitely helped me relax. the rooms are well situated, offering easy access to the hotel amenities. everything was so convenient and easy to access!!!
Dining
8/10
the breakfast offers a full english option plus a traditional buffet. this buffet had a good variety of options. the food was AMAZING!!! it made my mornings so much better.
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Joshua from United States
Single
Twin Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:November 24, 2025
6/10
24 hour receptionpersistent student
The 24 hour reception proved adequate given my late arrival.
Ants were present in my initial room so I had to move. The replacement room was situated between visiting students who persistently knocked then fled.
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Grace from United Kingdom
Double Room
2 nights in August 2025
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Reviewed:October 11, 2025
9.0/10

a comfortable overnight stay

efficient check-ingarden viewfresh towels
the check-in process was efficient. the room overlooked the garden area. the bathroom had both a bath and shower and also included plenty of fresh towels and toiletries.
the gym could benefit from some updated equipment.
Dining
9/10
the bar menu offered variety and decent prices for the available food. there was plenty of food on the plates. it was a satisfying experience after a long day.
Facilities
8/10
the hotel had leisure facilities available . there was a swimming pool suitable for families and a spa. i saw function rooms that looked prepared for events.
Service
10/10
i found the staff to be friendly and cute. this created a relaxing atmosphere throughout my visit.
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george from united kingdom
Business traveller
double room
3 nights in August 2025
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Reviewed:October 09, 2025
9/10

a gentle haven

free parkingkind stafflong queue
I booked a room quickly before arrival because travel plans shifted. The staff accommodated me. it was thoughtful. i had tea and coffee readily available in my room. the team members were approachable. free parking made me breathe easily after a long drive.
The check-in felt impersonal. I had to wait in a long queue. the bar only opened in the late afternoon. it felt rather isolating as i had hoped to relax earlier after my journey.
Facilities
8/10
the hotel features a gym with exercise equipment. also there is a swimming pool to enjoy. the indoor pool area included ample seating with numerous chairs and tables that allowed for relaxation.
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About Europa Gatwick Hotel
What is the additional cost for accessing the swimming pool and spa facilities?
28 November 2024
A fee of £4 per adult is applicable for entering Spindles, or you can opt for a weekly pass priced at £10, which allows access to the Gym, Pool, Hot Tub, Steam Room, and Sauna.
Is free Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel?
30 December 2024
Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided throughout the hotel, with free access in the Bar and Reception area. Guest rooms include 2 free sessions of Wi-Fi, after which a charge of £7 for 24 hours applies.
What time is check-in at the hotel?
15 January 2025
Check-in begins at 14:00, with the option for early check-in available from 12:00 for an additional £10, subject to availability.
Is there parking available overnight for guests?
20 February 2025
Parking at the hotel is complimentary for all guests staying overnight.
Are pets allowed to stay at the hotel?
10 March 2025
Yes, pets are welcomed at the hotel! A nominal charge of £10 per pet per night is applicable, with a maximum of 2 pets allowed per room.
Can late check-out be arranged if needed?
6 April 2025
Late check-out can be arranged, but there may be an additional charge based on availability and demand.
What distinguishes the Lodge rooms from the Double rooms?
12 May 2025
The Lodge features smaller, compact rooms with a small double bed, while Double rooms in the main hotel are larger and provide additional amenities.
How much is the parking fee if I leave my car while traveling?
22 June 2025
Currently, both long-stay parking options are booked to capacity for the foreseeable future. It is advisable to check back later for availability.
Are there facilities for disabled guests at the hotel?
8 July 2025
Yes, the hotel provides various accessible features including level access to the building, designated parking, and accessible conference facilities.
What are the meal times for breakfast and dinner?
25 August 2025
Breakfast is served from 07:00 until 09:30, and dinner is available from 18:30 to 21:30.

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