Best places to stay in Bath
Set in the rolling countryside of southwest England, the beautiful city of Bath has been named by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. This unique and stylish city is known for its natural hot springs, Roman Baths and Georgian architecture made with honey-coloured bath stones. Whether you are looking for a relaxing spa holiday, a fun family holiday, a shop-till-you-drop spree, or even some foodie indulgence, a trip to Bath promises to be a delightful experience. The city is compact and walk-friendly.
City Centre
Most of the history, culture, art, music, attractions and restaurants are located within the City Centre. For the ultimate luxury, stay at Bath’s first 5-star hotel, The Gainsborough Bath Spa, right in the heart of Bath. The Gainsborough is the only hotel in the UK to have access to natural thermal waters. If spacious and elegant serviced apartments is your preferred option, stay at The Halycon Apartments on George Street. The cocktail bar Circo lies just below the apartments, while Moles Bar, which is Bath’s live music venue is just a little further on the same street. If you stay at the upmarket, family-run bed-and-breakfast called Three Abbey Green, you are within a few yards of the Roman Baths and the Bath Abbey. You also have the Premier Inn Bath City Centre which is a short walk from the Thermae Bath Spa and the train station.
Bathwick
A short walk east of the City Centre, Bathwick is a slightly quieter area, close to parks, the river, and a sprawling golf course. You may want to consider the grand Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel, an amalgamation of Georgian, Victorian and 20th century buildings. The hotel’s large on-site spa is its major attraction. Another option is Brindleys Hotel, which is an upmarket bed-and-breakfast with a French country-chic ambience. Brindleys Hotel is a 2-minute walk from the scenic stretch of Kennet & Avon Canal and the village of Wildcombe which has several good eating places.
Royal Victoria Park
The expansive green of the Royal Victoria Park and its surrounding streets offer tranquillity and a particularly beautiful area to call home during your Bath break. The 60-acre park is a perfect place for a leisurely stroll. You may want to consider The Queensberry Hotel spread over 4 interconnected Georgian townhouses on the quiet Russell Street. The Circus is just a 2-minute walk from this hotel. You also have the Hill House Bath, a highly rated bed-and-breakfast with elegant bedrooms and welcoming hosts who live on the property and provide hands-on hospitality. Another option is the Bath Priory on Weston Road, a bath-stone mansion with sprawling lawns and a beautiful country-house setting. This hotel hosts one of the 4 Michelin-starred restaurants in Bath.
Oldfield Park
Oldfield Park offers a chance to soak up a bit of authentic Bath living, but is still within walking distance of the city centre. Here you will be among local families and a large, fun-loving student population. Gray’s on Upper Oldfield Park and Oldfields House on Wells Road are elegant bed-and-breakfast accommodations which offer modern amenities while retaining their Victorian charm. Holiday Inn Express Bath on Lower Bristol Road is just a few minutes’ walk from Oldfield Park station.
Cheap hotels in Bath
The Bath YMCA youth hostel is located in the heart of the City Centre on a bustling, characteristic street close to all the main city attractions, shopping, restaurants, and pubs. The University of Bath also provides modern, comfortable accommodation on campus and is just 2 – 3 kilometres away from the City Centre. Green Park house offers a range of affordable self-catering apartments. Another cosy little hotel with quirky décor is the Harrington’s City Hotel, located on a cobbled side street in the heart of the city. Some other budget-friendly bed-and-breakfast options include Dorian House in the Oldfield Park area, Brooks Guesthouse near the Royal Victoria Park or Dukes Hotel on Great Pulteney Street.