Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport East (Balcombe Road) hotel
Free parking and Wi-Fi on the eastern side of Gatwick
Airport access
How you get from this hotel to the gate.
About this hotel
Sitting on the eastern approach to Gatwick, this Premier Inn keeps things simple: free parking and free Wi-Fi are included rather than charged as extras, which matters on a stay where every line item adds up. The restaurant-bar covers a casual dinner without needing to head into Crawley, and air conditioning keeps rooms comfortable regardless of season. Accessible rooms are available on request, and the kid-friendly rating extends the appeal to families travelling together. The location is functional rather than scenic, built around getting guests to and from Gatwick without complication.
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Accessible rooms
- Restaurant-bar
Our take
Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport East (Balcombe Road) bundles free parking and free Wi-Fi with an informal restaurant-bar, air conditioning and accessible rooms, rated 8.4/10 across 503 reviews. That makes it a sensible 3-star choice for families and drivers on the eastern side of Gatwick. I would book it for one night before a flight; for a terminal walk, a hotel inside the airport is the better fit.
- Confirm your room includes accessible features at booking if that is a requirement.
- Use the free parking if you are driving, since it is included rather than an added cost.
- Eat at the restaurant-bar rather than planning a trip into Crawley for dinner.
Why we love it
- Free parking included
- Free Wi-Fi at no extra cost
- Accessible rooms available
- Kid-friendly for family stays
Why guests love itI would book Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport East on Balcombe Road for a family night on the eastern side of Gatwick, mainly because parking and Wi-Fi are both free. The informal restaurant-bar covers dinner and breakfast plans, rooms are air-conditioned, and accessible rooms are available. It is listed as kid-friendly. An 8.4/10 score from 503 reviews matches the consistent chain standard, and I would choose it for drivers who want an easy start before a morning flight.