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The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star guest house with free WiFi, connected to a shopping center

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Exterior
Front of property
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
20 Sadler Street, Wells, England, BA5 2SE
  • Popular LocationWells Cathedral2 min walk
  • Popular LocationWells Bishop's Palace5 min walk
  • Popular LocationWookey Hole Caves6 min drive

Room options

Room, 1 Twin Bed

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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$111 total
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About the neighborhood

Wells

In historical district.With a stay at this Wells guesthouse, you'll be steps from Wells & Mendip Museum and Wells Cathedral. Vicar's Close and Ebbor Gorge are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wells Cathedral - 2 min walk
  • Wells Bishop's Palace - 5 min walk
  • Milton Lodge Gardens - 15 min walk
  • Wookey Hole Caves - 6 min drive
  • Glastonbury Tor - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Frome Station - 27 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Quarter Jack - 7 min walk
  • Fountain Inn & Boxers Restaurant - 5 min walk
  • The Globe Inn - 5 min walk
  • Fosso Lounge - 3 min walk
  • Cathedral Green - 1 min walk

About this property

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel

3-star guest house with free WiFi, connected to a shopping center
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel.

This 3-star Wells guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1473
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel offers 9 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Wells guesthouse provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Italian, Romanian, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel to the airport?

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel is 18.7 mi (39-min drive) away from the Bristol International Airport (BRS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel?

As of May 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel on Jun 13, 2024 start from $102.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel.

Does The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel have a pool?

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel have a restaurant?

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel is home to Rugantino, which features Italian cuisine.

Does The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel to downtown Wells?

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Wells.

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 125 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 125 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 125 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 125 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 125 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

HELEN

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect small central place to stay
I rarely do reviews but what a gem of a place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristian, White Waltham

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great breakfast! The only comment I would make is to recommend where to park in Wells on the website, as I couldn't see a recommendation for this. We will be staying again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful spot to enjoy Wells. The cathedral is across the green space in front of the hotel. The food in the restaurant excellent. The stairs to the room may be steep but worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location overlooking the Cathedral. Very friendly and helpful staff. Our large room had an antique 4 post bed with beautiful wood carvings. We chose to dine at the hotel’s restaurant and we’re not disappointed. Great Italian food and great service, again overlooking the cathedral.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

carol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning views of the cathedral. Food and service was incredible
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023