Well, a night out in Gatwick is hardly something one chooses but if you have to travel far, the flight is early and public transport is not an option then a local hotel is almost an essential.

I was off on a three week trip to the West Indies and needed an overnight stay and car parking.

The rooms are basic but clean, en-suite and have coffee and tea making facilities. I had to leave early in the morning so only a continental bteakfast was available but it was OK. The shuttle to the airport is free and, thank the Lord, when I got back the shuttle picked me up within just a few minutes. That was the greatest service of all!

The hotel is on the outskirts of Horley. It is about 5 minutes drive from the airport and 10 minutes walk to the town centre where there is a selection of pubs and retaaurants - but I would not go there on holiday!

As the B&B and the parking was considerably less than using the airport carparks I will certainly consider going... more