Travelodge Gatwick Airport is a busy 400-room hotel offering convenient, round-the-clock accommodation for travellers arriving at or departing from Gatwick Airport.
As part of a full strip-out and refurbishment project on behalf of Fortis Vision and IH Group, flooring works were carried out across the large main reception and bar/café area, as well as in more than 250 bedrooms and bathrooms.
Across the reception and 85 Bar/Café, our team installed over 500 m² of Karndean Van Gogh in a straight-lay design, with a further 700 m² laid in herringbone and bespoke patterns to create distinctive zones within the large open space. The combination of designs not only helped to define different areas of use but also added visual impact in line with Travelodge’s Budget-Luxe design concept.
The hotel’s constant flow of guests presented significant challenges throughout the project. As an airport hotel operating 24 hours, the team had to adapt the programme of works daily — and sometimes even hourly — to minimise disruption to guests and staff. Close coordination with Travelodge staff and site management ensured that progress remained efficient without impacting hotel operations.
Products used on this project included Karndean Van Gogh luxury vinyl tiles, Karndean Kaleidoscope vinyl tiles, and Altro Classic sheet vinyl — all selected for their durability, slip resistance, and suitability for a high-traffic hospitality environment.
The result is another attractive yet highly functional refurbishment for Travelodge, delivered on time and within budget, with minimal disruption to guests.
