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Hotel Overview

41 White Church Lane, London, United Kingdom, E1 1LL

The Gate London City - Aparthotel with Members' Lounge near Tower of London

Located in Whitechapel, The Gate London City is a 21-storey aparthotel with a Members' Lounge featuring mid-century furniture and art curated by Maddox Gallery. The lounge includes a bar, dining area, and terrace with city views. The property offers a boutique gym with Peloton bikes and Technogym equipment, yoga classes, and an outdoor terrace with seasonal activities. The aparthotel is a short walk from Aldgate East tube station, Tower of London, and Brick Lane. Dining options include an on-site restaurant serving all-day meals and a variety of local eateries nearby.

Additional perks of the hotel

Self-pouring wine stage in the Members' Lounge

Private meeting room in the lounge area

Outdoor terrace with city views and seasonal events

Pet-friendly accommodations with pet beds and bowls available

Complimentary use of Peloton bikes for stays of seven days or more

Weekly housekeeping for stays of seven nights or longer

Rooms

The Gate London City offers studio apartments, one-bedroom apartments, and penthouses. Studios include a kitchenette with a fridge, oven, and microwave, a flat-screen TV, and a walk-in shower with rainfall shower head. One-bedroom apartments feature a separate living area with a sofa bed, fully equipped kitchen, and two flat-screen TVs. Penthouses provide panoramic city views, a large living area, and Peloton bikes available on request. All accommodations include Hypnos beds, Nespresso machines, and Le Labo toiletries.

Other conveniences

Fully equipped kitchens in apartments

Black-out curtains and window seats

Workspaces with high-speed Wi-Fi

Walk-in showers with rainfall shower heads

Hypnos beds and Le Labo toiletries

Connecting rooms available for families

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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.

Aldgate Studio

Max:

2 persons

220 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Skyline Studio

Max:

2 persons

220 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Landscape view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Superior Studio

Max:

2 persons

250 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

London 2.6 mi

Airports

London City (LCY) 6.0 mi

London Heathrow (LHR) 19.6 mi

Train

Fenchurch Street Station2700 ft

Underground

Aldgate East tube1000 ft

Bus

Bus stop1700 ft

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Yoga class

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Pet amenities available
Laundry
Welcome drink

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

41 White Church Lane, London, United Kingdom, E1 1LL

Map view

41 White Church Lane, London, United Kingdom, E1 1LL

City landmarks

Castle

Tower of London

4400 ft

Harbour

Tower Bridge

1.2 mi

Market

Borough Market

1.4 mi

Gallery

Tate Modern

1.4 mi

Landmark

Coca-Cola London Eye

2.3 mi

Park

Sky Garden

4300 ft

Museum

The British Museum

2.5 mi

Church

St Paul's Cathedral

1.3 mi

Garden

Buckingham Palace

3.3 mi

Mosque

Brick Lane

3500 ft

Bridge

London Bridge

1.2 mi

Monument

Monument to the Great Fire of London

5100 ft

Museum

Museum of London

1.4 mi

Landmark

The View from The Shard

1.4 mi

Landmark

The Shard

1.4 mi

Museum

HMS Belfast

1.3 mi

Market

Old Spitalfields Market

3600 ft

Square

Trafalgar Square

2.6 mi

Landmark

Big Ben

2.6 mi

Museum

National Gallery

2.6 mi

Landmark

St Katharine Docks

4200 ft

Theatre

Shakespeare's Globe

1.3 mi

Landmark

Bank of England

4600 ft

Landmark

Limehouse

1.6 mi

Church

Westminster Abbey

2.7 mi

Church

All Hallows By The Tower

4300 ft

Museum

Bank of England Museum

1.0 mi

Landmark

30 St Mary Axe

4100 ft

Gallery

Whitechapel Gallery

3400 ft

Museum

Dennis Severs' House

4200 ft

Nearby

Gallery

Whitechapel Gallery

500 ft

Museum

Jack the Ripper Museum

1600 ft

Restaurants

Efes Restaurant

2100 ft

1 Whitechapel Road Near Aldgate East Tube Station

Grounded

500 ft

9 Whitechapel Road

Cafe Frei

500 ft

61A Alie Street London Aldgate East

The Whitechapel Refectory

500 ft

77-82 Whitechapel High Street

Proceed Clockwise

500 ft

150 Bethnal Green Road

Tayyabs

1900 ft

83 Fieldgate Street Whitechapel

Bar + Block Steakhouse

700 ft

66 Alie Street

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

Laurence

United States, April 2024

8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms were spacious, comfortable, and had a great view. The staff was really friendly and incredibly helpful. One of the comfiest beds I've ever slept in!

Rooms

9.0

The room was very spacious and comfortable with a great view.

Service

9.0

The staff provided excellent service and even welcomed me with a drink.

Location

10.0

The location was just perfect in so many ways; close to restaurants, the tube, and many attractions like Tower Bridge and Shoreditch for nightlife.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was a mix; the hot bowl was excellent, but some dishes were cold or ran out. Price didn't match the quality in some cases.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were modern, and everything was well-maintained.

Elizabeth

United Kingdom, December 2023

7.6/10

The hotel offers really spacious rooms in a great location with fabulous accommodation for the price. However, the rooms are not soundproof and might make it hard to enjoy full privacy. The new building, although small which could be a bit tight to navigate around the bed area.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and well-equipped, perfect for the price point.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, and they even provided a welcome drink.

Location

8.0

The location was just what we needed, close to Aldgate East Station and with easy access to central London and Heathrow Express. While it may seem a bit unwelcoming at first, the proximity to Tower Bridge, Shoreditch, and various restaurants made it perfect for our stay.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience had its flaws, with some cold dishes and occasional shortages, but they tried to compensate for it. Overall, not the best for what you pay.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had amazing rooms and views, but elements like the dining experience could be improved.

Great location

Soundproofing issue

Grace

United States, October 2023

8.2/10

The hotel rooms were spacious and had the best view ever, equipped with great facilities that made our stay comfortable. However, the dining experience had some inconsistencies. The location was fantastic with easy access to transportation and nearby dining options.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were comfortable, clean, and cleverly designed, offering all the facilities for modest self-catering without feeling cramped. It was spacious and had the best view ever.

Service

8.0

The service was welcoming and included a delightful welcome drink.

Location

9.0

The location was great and easy to reach various destinations with close tubes and bike stations. It was perfect for access to restaurants and trains to central London.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience had some ups and downs - while some dishes were excellent and delicious, others were not up to par for the price paid.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities provided compline coffee, water, and juice in such a good location.

Randy

United States, September 2023

8.4/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The location was perfect with easy access to restaurants and a quick ride to downtown London. The rooms were well-equipped and a good size, though not reset like traditional hotels. The dining experience was a mix of excellent room service breakfast and some overpriced options. The hotel's communal area was lovely, and the proximity to popular landmarks like Tower Bridge and Shoreditch made it even better.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms had a good size, were well-equipped, and deep-cleaned by the staff promptly.

Service

9.0

The welcome drink and service were both excellent.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly located near restaurants, with easy access to transportation and popular attractions like Tower Bridge and Shoreditch.

Dining

7.0

The room service breakfast was excellent, but other dining options were not worth the price.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel's communal area was inviting and well-maintained.

Ian

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.0/10

The hotel's location is perfect for exploring London, being very central and close to a tube station. While the rooms were spacious and clean, they had a tight kitchenette layout that made maneuvering around the bed a bit challenging. The service was excellent with a nice welcome drink, but the dining experience, though offering Spanish food, had some cold dishes and room service was not great.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, very comfortable, and clean.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, especially with a nice welcome drink.

Location

10.0

The location was ideal, with great transport links to both central and wider London, close to restaurants, and with easy access to the tube.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience, while offering Spanish food, had some cold dishes and room service was not up to par for the price paid.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities were good overall, but some dining options didn't fully compensate for the value paid.

Mike

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.2/10

The hotel was modern, clean, and comfortable with friendly and helpful staff. However, the room lacked handwash, which was an inconvenience at the time.

Rooms

9.0

The room was modern, clean, and comfortable. The bed was cozy, and the shower was great.

Service

9.0

The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. I even received a welcome drink upon arrival which was a nice touch.

Location

8.0

The location was very good, close to Aldgate East and Aldgate tube stations. It offered a splendid view of London, although a bit far from the city center.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was a mix. While the food was mostly delicious, there was a disappointing instance when they ran out of options.

Facilities

The facilities were adequate.