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A big country house with a little price tag
Before becoming a Gatwick airport hotel, the Russ Hill hotel in Charlwood, Gatwick began life as a country manor and it still retains a charming, rustic feel. Although this large, friendly lodge is just 10 minutes' drive from Gatwick's terminals, it enjoys picturesque rural views of nearby Surrey – something of a rarity at an airport hotel.
Cosy, comfortable and close to south terminal
The Russ Hill hotel at Gatwick offers well-soundproofed and comfortable rooms, a cosy bar and an informal dining room which serves breakfast and buffet-style dinners. The Russ Hill's theme is traditional British – from the wood-panelled walls and high-backed armchairs to the roasted dinners and local pub feel of the bar; it's a refreshing contrast to the familiar chain hotels that dominate the area. All rooms are en-suite and have a television, and free wifi is available in the hotel's public areas. A bus runs hourly to the airport terminals (see Getting There for further details); or it's a quick taxi ride.
The hotel was excellent and staff very helpful and the parking for the price we paid was great .
Mrs George (Russ Hill)
Our customers rated Russ Hill on average 8/10 (1652 reviews). Read Russ Hill reviews.
We recommend the Russ Hill for:
Rural charm - the hotel is set in a green and peaceful location that's still within easy reach of the airport.
Comfort - clean, pleasant rooms with springy beds decorated in light, fresh colours make for a good night's sleep.
Families - there's a choice of family rooms with double and bunk beds, so no matter what your family arrangement is there'll be a perfect room to suit. Kids are well catered for at the hotel's restaurant and are welcome at the bar.
Classic comfort for money-savers
- Traditional 3-star hotel
- Newly refurbished for 2024
- 15 minutes to the airport
- Pub-style restaurant
The Russ Hill has the feel of a classic, old-school hotel. Dark wood panels, fireplaces and old-fashioned carpets greet you at this 19th-century manor house in Charlwood. Pair your favourite tipple with pub grub at the bar, rest, then fuel up with full English favourites before your flight.
If you need somewhere close to Gatwick but don't want to spend too much, the Russ Hill's budget beds will do the trick. This countryside stay is just 4 miles from the airport, so you can relax away from the noise but still drive to the terminals in 15 minutes.
Getting to the airport
It takes 15 minutes to drive from the hotel to both Gatwick terminals. You can book a taxi at reception when you arrive.
A standard car costs £19.50, a 6-seater is £26 and an 8-seater is £31. All options include a £6 airport drop-off fee.
The postcode for satnavs and a link for what3words will be in your booking confirmation to make your journey easier.
Check in from 3pm. Check out by 10am.
Parking
Overnight parking at the hotel is free if you need it.
If you need parking while you're away, you could save a bit of money by booking it with your hotel. Search for hotel and parking packages instead.
Rooms
Rooms are simple and have everything you need for an overnight stay.
Rooms include:
- Double bed
- Tea and coffee
- TV
- En suite bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Phone
Triple rooms have a double bed and a single bed.
Family rooms have a double bed and bunk beds. Children are classed as 14 and under.
Wifi
Wifi is free throughout the hotel.
Accessibility
The hotel is accessible and has:
- Accessible parking spaces
- Access to reception, bar and public toilets on ground floor
- Accessible twin rooms on ground floor
Accessible rooms include:
- Emergency pull cords
- Grab rails
- Wet rooms
- Accessible bathrooms
You can request an accessible room when you book.
Restaurant and bar
Ruspers Restaurant – 6pm to 10pm
Ruspers serves up roast dinner classics buffet-style. Graze on the salad bar to start, then load up your plate with your choice of meat, fish, roast potatoes and veg. Still hungry? Finish off with a selection of desserts, fruit salad and cheese.
The Garden Lounge Bar – 4pm to 11pm
The Garden Lounge Bar serves pub-style food. There's pizza, pies, burgers and sandwiches, plus hot and soft drinks, beer, wine and spirits.
Breakfast
Ruspers Restaurant – 6.30am to 9.30am
Tuck into the full English and continental buffet at Ruspers Restaurant. Expect all the classics plus tea, coffee and juices. Breakfast costs £11.95 per adult and £6.95 per child on the day.
Things to do
The hotel has lounges if you want to relax somewhere quiet. Some have TVs and views of the planes.
Good to know
Request a room on the ground floor if you have a lot of luggage as there isn't a lift.
The hotel doesn't accept cash, so you'll need to use your card or contactless to pay for anything while you're there.
Russ Hill address
Charlwood,
Surrey
RH6 0EL
Russ Hill Additional Information
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| Address | Russ Hill, Charlwood, Surrey RH6 0EL |
| Breakfast times | [date day=mon]06:30 - 09:30[/date] [date day=tue]06:30 - 09:30[/date] [date day=wed]06:30 - 09:30[/date] [date day=thu]06:30 - 09:30[/date] [date day=fri]06:30 - 09:30[/date] [date day=sat]06:30 - 09:30[/date] [date day=sun]06:30 - 09:30[/date] |
| Disabled facilities | Accessible parking spaces, accessible rooms are on the ground floor. |
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| Phone in room | |
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| Satellite TV |