Bloc Hotel

2 weary New Yorkers flew in on cheapo but perfectly fine Norwegian Airlines on a redeye, easily checked into the Bloc which is truly inside the airport, (no catching a taxi or shuttle to take you off property) to the most incredible tiny room, one has to put the suitcase on the bed just to open it. My hubby easily took the train from LGW into the city to get sim cards, fill up our Oyster cards and have fun, while I slept at the Bloc like a drunken sailor. I walked out into the concourse where the shopping is plentiful, including a grocery store where I got food and wine, and brought back to the micro room.
We saved THOUSANDS by going this route, as we were flying to BLQ the following morning, and were delighted that we had «our ducks in a row» for when we returned to London. What we paid for our nonstop Norwegian flight and one night at the Bloc saved us way more $$$ than flying into any other European airport. We paid maybe a little over 100 USD for our micro room, although one can pay for a much bigger and more expensive room. If you are a traveler on a budget, and have a connecting flight, and do not want to be jet lagged upon arrival at your final destination, Norwegian and a night at the Bloc wins every time.
The room was incredibly quiet, the bed was soft, warm and cozy, the bathroom is a hot mess with water going everywhere, but it wasn’t a big enough deal that we wouldn’t do this again.
Waking up refreshed, and truly inside the terminal was just amazing. We were the only family members who arrived in Italy happy, not jet lagged, composed and ready to go the following day. We absolutely will be doing this again and think you should too. The staff was professional and responsive to our needs.

We stayed in the «Vista» style room with a window, a very comfortable room and en-​suite bathroom (wet room). I was worried about the noise from the planes but it wasn’t an issue at all. Would definitely recommend people to this hotel for its location and price — perfect if you have an early flight from Gatwick!

You get what you pay for. Very convenient if you’re arriving late or leaving early because it’s in the airport, literally right outside the gates /​baggage claim. Very clean rooms, but compact. Not as big of a fan of the open shower in the bathroom since everything gets wet. Otherwise, very fast in and out.

I stopped in overnight between flights. I would almost check in again because of the shower. It was amazing. I should say that again — amazing. It has your regular shower setting, and then a rainfall from the ceiling. I’m normally a quick in and out sort of shower guy — but I spent a while in this one — it was great after a long flight. The bed was comfortable, and the rooms were quiet. The only negative I can say is that the food selection in the Airport was not the best — café standard. But I will definitely use them again :)

I’m a total convert for staying overnight in semi-​wannabe-​capsule hotels before a ridiculously early morning flight. Who cares if there is no window? You’re only going to sleep for about 5 hours after all!
My room was perfectly functional with a clean small double bed, a TV, a wet room and free wifi. If you don’t like your toilet lid getting wet, or have a tendency to feel claustrophobic, walk away now. The check in for the night before was a breeze and you just drop your card key off when you leave.
While it would not be my hotel of choice for an actual holiday, being able to roll out of bed literally into the plane (well, via security and duty free) is pretty awesome. This in itself makes it worth 4 stars.
*It’s worth checking in first THEN go buy dinner as there is a little booklet of discounts in the room.