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Bath Spa Hotel
Centrally located spa hotel featuring rooftop pool views, marble bathrooms, and quiet guest rooms.
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76
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This central property combines traditional room charm with thermal spa facilities right in the heart of Bath. Guests frequently praise the quiet sleeping environment, marble bathrooms with Elemis amenities, and views from the rooftop pool. However, multiple visitors feel that dinner portions are small and the food and spa treatments carry steep, overpriced price tags. 2363236
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What travelers noticed
- Rooms feature traditional decor with duck-egg blue and gold accents alongside spacious marble bathrooms stocked with Elemis toiletries. 14313
- Guests consistently report surprisingly quiet nights with effective air conditioning despite being steps from central shopping areas. 3119
- Top floor rooms and the rooftop pool deliver clear views overlooking the city of Bath. 322136
- The breakfast spread earns praise for fresh fruit, bircher muesli, and quality barista coffee like oat milk cappuccinos. 2519
The catch
Who it's for
- — Central Bath sightseeing
- — Spa weekends with rooftop views
- — Quiet city-centre stays
Skip it if
- — Budget-conscious travelers avoiding pricey spa treatments
- — Diners looking for large, hearty portions
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24 moments · 4 videos · Bath Spa Hotel
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“this is a slightly upgraded room it's by no means towards the absolute top end of what they offer at the hotel but again…”
youtube.com1:43“first off the location of the hotel is absolutely perfect it's right in the center of town just around the corner from a…”
youtube.com0:24“whilst mistakes happen it's the attitude and competence of management which sets poor organizations aside from those lea…”
youtube.com3:43“the check-in process was pretty smooth and efficient staff really went out of their way to make sure that we were nicely…”
youtube.com1:04“I was particularly a fan of the LMS amenities that certainly made the whole look and feel of the bathroom being that muc…”
youtube.com2:11“The Outlook from the room back over bath and over the gardens and where we checked in just a moment ago was really very…”
youtube.com2:38“that said the food I found pretty overpriced and pretty pretentious as we'd say here in the UK portions quite small and…”
youtube.com3:55“so on the left hand side then just here we've got the tea and coffee making facilities which looks pretty smart”
youtube.com1:39“so you got two bottles of Peroni two waters and then you got four different cans of soft drink soda and then in the side…”
youtube.com3:08“so at the side then of the bed you've got your bedside unit weird shape not seen any this shape before but it looks real…”
youtube.com4:58“from the moment we Ste through the the main entrance doorway the reception stuff are really really good it is a fivestar…”
youtube.com12:34“lots of rooms are certainly nice they're definitely not representative of the 250 odd pounds at night price point that I…”
youtube.com2:48“really great Hotel and Spa amazing locations so we could go to all the sites that we wanted to see we definitely recomme…”
youtube.com0:23“the decor its cleanliness and staff are all impeccable best place we have ever stayed in there isn't anything negative I…”
youtube.com0:36“the location is Central to the Roman baths pump house and attractions the shops restaurants and bars are two minutes wal…”
youtube.com0:43“the hotel was accessible on foot to the shops in sightseeing everything was very local and no need for transport once ar…”
youtube.com1:02“the only issue we had was there was no one on reception when we arrived to know where to go and there was a couple waiti…”
youtube.com1:16“the rooms were perfect temperature excellent water pressure and temperature highly recommend”
youtube.com2:15“what a great Hotel the decor cleanliness the staff and Spa were all absolutely fantastic”
youtube.com2:22“you could not wish for a better location it's truly Central bath cannot recommend highly enough thank you”
youtube.com2:33“been on the top floor we certainly benefited from some really nice views back out over bath”
youtube.com1:33“where the hotel really exceeded expectations was actually just the general styling it managed to take in so many of the…”
youtube.com1:21“no separate tub to a shower that is something that I tend to expect from five-star hotels that said both were just about…”
youtube.com2:03“following a thoroughly relaxing couple of hours in the spa it was then time to check out the hotel's main restaurant in…”
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$260est. per night
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Score breakdown
How the 76/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
85read from 1 source · Deep coverage
- “the rooms were perfect temperature excellent water pressure and temperature highly recommend” 112:15
- “The hotel sits just outside the centre of Bath, surrounded by manicured grounds that immediately create that "escape" feeling. It is peaceful and tucked away, yet only about a ten to fifteen minute walk into the city.” 18
Location
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- “first off the location of the hotel is absolutely perfect it's right in the center of town just around the corner from a number of major restaurants and of course tourist attractions” 350:24
- “you could not wish for a better location it's truly Central bath cannot recommend highly enough thank you” 112:33
Room
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- “the decor its cleanliness and staff are all impeccable best place we have ever stayed in there isn't anything negative I can say” 110:36
- “The rooms at the Gainsborough are immaculate with a rich, deep blue color scheme, superbly comfortable beds, Nespresso machines, and a generous complimentary minibar (with crisps, popcorn, flapjacks, Coca-Cola, wa” 25
Service
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- “The superior service and the attentive staff add another level of refinement to your stay. The service is always impeccable and check-in is seamless; whether at reception, the spa, the bar or in the hallways, we were always greeted with a smile and some friendly banter.” 21
- “excellent service, it made for one of my favourite birthday getaways.” 19
Bed & Sleep
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Value
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- “These offered far-reaching views out across the city from the top floor (rooms 507 and 509). Our deal also included dinner up to £30 a head (excluding alcohol) which seemed fabulous value for the four of us.” 6
- “We stayed at the bathen house Hotel. Was gorgous but do need a car. But much cheaper than the ones in town. We got a suite for less money than standards most other places and the place was faultless (and I am a fussy customer).” 22
Where it is, how to reach it
Sydney Road
Somerset
BA2 6NS Europe
Details checked 2026-08-31
Where it sits
Bath Spa Hotel and the 2 other hotels we cover in Bath. Hover a marker for the hotel; click to open it.
What’s nearby
Landmarks and transport around Bath Spa Hotel. Distances are straight-line, so walking times are approximate.
- Holburne Museum — 6 min walk · 0.4 km
- Parade Gardens — 12 min walk · 1 km
- The Roman Baths — 15 min walk · 1.2 km
- Bath Spa — 16 min walk · 1.2 km
- The Assembly Rooms — 16 min walk · 1.3 km
- Queen Square — 17 min walk · 1.4 km
- No.1 Royal Crescent Museum — 20 min walk · 1.6 km
- Royal Victoria Park — 5 min drive · 1.9 km
- Bristol International AirportBRS — 25 min drive · 25 km
Stay value
How this property reads against the hotels we cover alongside it. Measured on review evidence, not on a nightly rate.
Trails its peers
Falls short of what $$ usually buys
Scores 12 points below the mid-range median of 88, across 613 hotels in the same bracket.
Price bracket
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Mid-range
- This hotel
- 76
- Bracket median
- 88
- Index median
- 90
Based on 613 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
What reviewers say about where to sleep inside this building — by room number where one is named, and otherwise by floor, wing, aspect and position. Every line opens onto the quotes behind it.
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- 4 mentions
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Avoid
No location within the hotel draws repeated complaints yet.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
The topics reviewers split on most. A wide bar means your experience depends on which room you get — or whose opinion you trust.
Value
67
Noise
66
Room
65
Service
53
Bed & Sleep
50
Food
50
Bathroom
49
Location
44
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Value16 mentions · 2 filmed
- “We stayed at the bathen house Hotel. Was gorgous but do need a car. But much cheaper than the ones in town. We got a suite for less money than standards most other places and the place was faultless (and I am a fussy customer).” 22
- “Whilst gainsborough is a nicer spa (although in need of some maintenance) it is really expensive for treatments.” 33
- “If you were to compare the prices of each dish to what it is on the a la carte offering, it would be around £55/pp and that would have certainly been very reasonable to pay for food of this quality.” 27
- “lots of rooms are certainly nice they're definitely not representative of the 250 odd pounds at night price point that I paid for this particular stay the rooms frankly just aren't good enough on their own to stand up to it” On camera352:48
- “Good value for the money: they have a wonderful floating spa indoors fed by the Bath hot springs.” 36
- “The service is impeccable and the spa day packages that include a massage and afternoon tea with a glass of Prosecco are genuinely worth the money.” 32
- “I don't think we'd bother going again, it's quite expensive for what it is.” 32
- “At 35 pounds for admission to the spa, I didn't think it was good value, but I knew that going in.” 12
- “I'm not a big spa person so I liked the more modest style of both the pools and the massage rooms. It wasn't cheap, but I'd do it again on our next visit.” 16
- “that said the food I found pretty overpriced and pretty pretentious as we'd say here in the UK portions quite small and as you'll see in just a moment pretty disappointing on the dessert from” On camera233:55
- “These offered far-reaching views out across the city from the top floor (rooms 507 and 509). Our deal also included dinner up to £30 a head (excluding alcohol) which seemed fabulous value for the four of us.” 6
- “I spent 2 hours in the water in both pools and finished up with the head to toe massage. It's recommended to do it that way so that the oils and lotions they use soak into your skin. It was pricey, but worth every pence.” 12
- “in short you can't go wrong booking here and our £194 deal was actually pretty reasonable when you factor in the £60 dinner included per room and the hotel's own spa.” 6
- “Even cooler is the fact that I could order the signature Gainsborough cheese & bacon burger with perfect fries as if it was being served in the restaurant. Not cheap at £24, but large and so so good.” 3
- “Twilight experience isn't worth it, just get usual entry and after spa go to some nice local restaurant.” 32
- “I do think the prices are a bit steep but it definitely did not break the bank thanks to the hotel credit.” 24
Room22 mentions · 4 filmed
- “Besides from the comfortable bed and high ceilings, I loved the cosy seating near the window where I got to read a magazine with my cuppa in the morning while looking out the window” 9
- “this is a slightly upgraded room it's by no means towards the absolute top end of what they offer at the hotel but again this was really nicely put together” On camera231:43
- “The Nespresso coffee machine is fantastic, always better than instant sachets, and the climate control panel was easily navigable-something that may seem minor but when those panels are complicated they never fail to annoy.” 3
- “There were two bottles of complimentary water, luxurious Elemis toiletries in the en-suite bathroom and a variety of herbal teas and coffee next to the kettle.” 9
- “The Outlook from the room back over bath and over the gardens and where we checked in just a moment ago was really very nice indeed” On camera232:38
- “Booked cheapest, was upgraded to executive room (one level up). Didn't feel like much.” 24
- “Our room had a high ceiling, ornate coving, a chandelier and a tall window, which let a lot of light in. It was filled with two comfortable armchairs, dark wood furniture - a small table, desk and bedside table - and sumptuous, light, soft metallic fabrics with images of Bath's architecture littering the walls.” 20
- “My only complaint with the room was that I was shivering from how cold it was, as there was a draft coming in from under the door and a little from the windows, so I had to put a towel under the door to help despite having the heating on.” 9
- “It's not massive but if you want to bathe it's a good option and I really enjoyed my time there. We did the Thermae one and did not feel it was worth it to us. Many dressing room doors broken, elevators broken etc.” 36
- “As I was getting ready for bed while watching TV, I also discovered that the sound of the TV plays into the bathroom, which was ideal so that I didn't miss out on Friday night Corrie!” 9
- “Our Classic Room is on the second floor overlooking the manicured gardens and offering sweeping views of the local Bath Stone, Georgian houses cascading down the surrounding Mendep Hills.” 21
- “Inside it's stunning and filled with fine art covering every wall from the elegant drawing rooms to your bedroom.” 15
- “so at the side then of the bed you've got your bedside unit weird shape not seen any this shape before but it looks really good” On camera44:58
- “free mini bar with soft drinks, beer, and chocolates; light snacks of delicious strawberry flavour popcorn, TV with all the standard Freeview channels and Sky Sports and a Roberts radio.” 27
- “the decor its cleanliness and staff are all impeccable best place we have ever stayed in there isn't anything negative I can say” On camera110:36
- “This feels all too 1990s, which is a shame as I'm talking about a hotel that is a year old. It was made worse by the heating also being powered by the same system, so after a few hours outside of the room the temperature had dropped dramatically.” 27
- “The rooms at the Gainsborough are immaculate with a rich, deep blue color scheme, superbly comfortable beds, Nespresso machines, and a generous complimentary minibar (with crisps, popcorn, flapjacks, Coca-Cola, wa” 25
- “For a city centre hotel, the room was surprisingly spacious. Alongside the bed there was a small sofa, a large bathroom, wardrobe space, desk, television, coffee station and a complimentary drinks fridge.” 19
- “Our junior suite, room #111, did not exactly inspire the senses with its design, but it came with everything you could ask for: comfortable bed, desk, wardrobes, impressive and almost over-the-top blackout blinds (we came back to the room at 10am after breakfast and couldn't see a thing without turning the lights on)” 27
- “The room size is not adequate, so a suite would be the minimum room type you should look into.” 27
- “It's late afternoon as I check into my garden view room. There's a large, comfortable bed with immaculate white bed linen, a couple of armchairs, chair, desk and HD flat screen TV.” 13
- “The beds were generously sized, far more substantial than the narrow twins you sometimes find. The studded headboards and soft furnishings gave the room a classic, understated elegance.” 18
Service43 mentions · 12 filmed
- “For our main course we both opted for the 'Griddled rump of Scottish beef, roasted tomato and mushroom, hand cut chips and peppercorn sauce. The beef was a good quality piece of meat and was cooked to my desire, the chips were thick, fluffy inside and crispy on the outer and the sauce had a nice flavour.” 20
- “whilst mistakes happen it's the attitude and competence of management which sets poor organizations aside from those leading establishments I'll detail the management response in the description below but in summary it really was very poor indeed” On camera353:43
- “vector_mash • 23d ago We quite liked it, we went on a Tuesday mid morning, in the middle of March and it was pretty busy, I wouldn't like it much busier. It was clean though and the staff we spoke to were fine.” 32
- “The service at breakfast, and throughout the hotel as a whole, was outstanding.” 19
- “The superior service and the attentive staff add another level of refinement to your stay. The service is always impeccable and check-in is seamless; whether at reception, the spa, the bar or in the hallways, we were always greeted with a smile and some friendly banter.” 21
- “The staff throughout the spa area were particularly warm and welcoming, which really elevated the entire luxurious experience.” 19
- “the check-in process was pretty smooth and efficient staff really went out of their way to make sure that we were nicely greeted and welcomed into the hotel” On camera231:04
- “so you got two bottles of Peroni two waters and then you got four different cans of soft drink soda and then in the side here you got your milk Fe teas and coffees so still it's a nice touch you got a selection there you're not going to go thirsty” On camera43:08
- “After my massage I enjoyed a lovely afternoon tea at the Canvas Room (not included in the stay, 38 GBP). Great service and very attentive staff.” 24
- “The rooftop pool has nice views and periodically has bubbling jets.” 12
- “from the moment we Ste through the the main entrance doorway the reception stuff are really really good it is a fivestar hotel so you you know you would expect that and they didn't fail on that point it was really really good” On camera412:34
- “excellent service, it made for one of my favourite birthday getaways.” 19
- “The worst service I have ever received at any hotel or B&B. Every guest had the same complaints about the woefully inadequate service.” 8
- “Brown, soft chairs make for a comfortable perch on which to enjoy your meal and smiley, knowledgable staff make the evening go smoothly.” 20
- “Polished and professional - but with a smile. This extends from the staff greeting you on arrival through to those taking your drinks order at breakfast.” 31
- “The receptionist who got us checked in quickly and efficiently. There's a lot to be said for that after a long drive from London.” 15
- “The GM, Brian Benson, was an absolute delight. He greeted me by name on arrival, spoke to me extensively about the hotel, was very keen on feedback and could not have been more helpful, even to the point of insisting he carries our bags for us on departure.” 27
- “The reception was a bit sparse at times with only one person manning the desk when I arrived, which meant a bit of a wait until I could check into my room. For a hotel of this size, I felt there should be more staff available front of house.” 13
- “It definitely was not dirty. We quite liked it, we went on a Tuesday mid morning, in the middle of March and it was pretty busy, I wouldn't like it much busier. It was clean though and the staff we spoke to were fine.” 32
- “L'Occitane products are a nice touch.” 15
- “The service was warm and attentive.” 18
- “The friendly concierge directed us on where to go, on our way we walked past elegant rooms with cosy seating, fireplaces and neatly stacked bookcases.” 9
- “Reception staff are particularly helpful with local recommendations on how to spend your day, and those working in the spa seem to have a genuine love of both the geothermal waters and the treatments on offer.” 31
- “the decor its cleanliness and staff are all impeccable best place we have ever stayed in there isn't anything negative I can say” On camera110:36
- “the staff were actually amazing and gave the you the biggest of Welcome each time you entered this beautiful hotel” On camera112:28
- “the only issue we had was there was no one on reception when we arrived to know where to go and there was a couple waiting there for 15 minutes prior” On camera111:16
- “A shout out too to restaurant manager Leigh who was ever so courteous and friendly during our stay.” 6
- “Everyone was incredibly friendly and made me feel most welcome.” 24
- “One thing worth noting is that check-in is strictly from 3pm, and when we arrived a little earlier we weren't able to access our room. After a long drive it was slightly frustrating, although it's not unusual for a luxury hotel.” 19
- “requests from housekeeping were Swift less than five to ten minutes keep up the standard” On camera111:51
- “A reception of bold marble flooring and white pillars gives way to spaces lent charm by wooden panelling, a jumble of high ceilings and low, and grand sash windows; a soothing palette - gentle greys, cream, muted gold - ensures nothing feels dated, but instead a homage to its past.” 31
- “What soon became apparent was the staff's friendliness and attention to detail.” 6
- “a bit of a criticism the TV certainly could have been a little bit bigger there but otherwise very nice indeed” On camera231:51
- “The bar, like many parts of the hotel, has views down upon the spa pool. It is boutique in size and has a buzzy atmosphere with charismatic bar staff (your glass will never be left empty) and muted lighting.” 25
- “it was quite nice to see the addition of elements amenities however that always adds a slight Touch of Class” On camera352:35
- “staff is eager to help and offer directions to anything you want to see in the city” On camera112:11
- “Towels, robes and slippers are provided, which is a plus and we felt they were well cleaned and comfy.” 34
- “I've been a couple of times and it's not dirty and it wasn't overcrowded when I was there. It's a bit worn down in some areas but the rooftop pool is fun and overall I'd go again.” 32
- “The hotel reception is large, light and spacious with a marble floor.” 13
- “Service that punches above their weight.” 27
- “arriving into the hotel the staff did a really good job of getting us checked in” On camera350:53
- “The location meant we could walk everywhere, the staff were genuinely lovely and the hotel struck a great balance between luxury and comfort without ever feeling stuffy or intimidating.” 19
- “When I entered my room, I noticed a small but thoughtful detail. A seal had been placed across the door to indicate that the room had been cleaned and untouched since housekeeping. It felt reassuring and polished.” 18
View1 mention
- “The 131 rooms range from Classic and Garden View Rooms, which both offer views either into the back gardens or across the Bath skyline. Whichever you choose, all are stylishly decorated with a muted colour palette and sumptuous, linen-clad beds.” 21
Location8 mentions · 3 filmed
- “first off the location of the hotel is absolutely perfect it's right in the center of town just around the corner from a number of major restaurants and of course tourist attractions” On camera350:24
- “A significant walk from the city center” 14
- “Gainsborough Bath Spa, part of Leading Hotels of the World, is hidden up a tiny street just steps from the main shopping street. It could not be more centrally located, and if you drive up, the valet will whisk your car away and find you a parking space so that you don't have to navigate the maze of one-way streets in the center to find a parking space.” 25
- “you could not wish for a better location it's truly Central bath cannot recommend highly enough thank you” On camera112:33
- “The location meant we could walk everywhere, the staff were genuinely lovely and the hotel struck a great balance between luxury and comfort without ever feeling stuffy or intimidating.” 19
- “the location is Central to the Roman baths pump house and attractions the shops restaurants and bars are two minutes walk away so no taxis are required” On camera110:43
- “PIN IT for later! It would be hard to find a better location in Bath. The Gainsborough Bath Spa sits right in the heart of the city, just a two-minute walk from the Ancient Roman Baths and the historic Pump Room.” 19
- “My visit to Bath took place in Mid-January courtesy of LateRooms who provided our hotel for the trip. We were booked in for a one-night stay at the five-star Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel. It's conveniently located within walking distance of all the best things to see and do in the city centre of Bath.” 9
Food33 mentions · 3 filmed
- “For dessert, the ever-obliging Scottish waiter recommends the dark chocolate delice, because "it marries very well" with the lavender ice-cream.” 13
- “The seven course tasting menu at the Michelin-starred restaurant makes up for it though. There's enough good food here to rekindle any romantic flame.” 15
- “The torte was velvety smooth and rich and the cooling ice cream was a welcome addition. The banana was a nice, tasty element, while a crunchy crumb and crispy tuille added some harder textures to the plate to end my meal.” 20
- “When you get hungry, recent guests recommend dining at Dan Moon at The Gainsborough, which serves seasonal cuisine created by its namesake chef.” 28
- “that said the food I found pretty overpriced and pretty pretentious as we'd say here in the UK portions quite small and as you'll see in just a moment pretty disappointing on the dessert from” On camera233:55
- “What's not to like? A great hard product; great food; great spa; great GM and great location.” 27
- “Breakfast is an elegant affair. You're offered a hot drink and toast as soon as you're seated, then presented with an a la carte menu of cooked dishes alongside a small continental buffet.” 19
- “In the more basic rooms, a stocked mini-bar is not provided. The lack of mini-bar was even more pronounced when we went to have an after-dinner drink at the hotel bar one night and it was already closed for the evening, even though it was only just after 10pm.” 21
- “For dessert, the ever-obliging Scottish waiter recommends the dark chocolate delice, because "it marries very well" with the lavender ice-cream. He's not wrong - the chocolate pudding turns out to be delicious.” 13
- “For dinner, we both go for the fish of the day, brill, with a delicious seafood sauce and fresh green vegetables.” 13
- “The restaurant is excellent, with innovative cuisine created by Head Chef Dan Moon and served in a stylish dining room.” 25
- “The bar was lively; the restaurant had a good feel, even if it was not full and the hotel felt alive.” 27
- “99 rooms embrace a grand and majestic staircase that winds up behind the foyer, and there is a boutique bar and an excellent and popular restaurant in which to enjoy the latest local produce.” 25
- “I don't know about the massage, but they had a twilight dinner package that was dinner and three hour admission - normal admission is for 2 hours - for 80gbp each (and given that's equivalent to admission plus 25 pounds for a meal, it's a decent deal)” 12
- “This is why the hotel's restaurant was so refreshing. Full length curtains across the windows and a proper thick pile patterned carpet. Even though the room was half empty when we decided to sit down for dinner it was just so lovely and quiet.” 6
- “so on the left hand side then just here we've got the tea and coffee making facilities which looks pretty smart” On camera41:39
- “following a thoroughly relaxing couple of hours in the spa it was then time to check out the hotel's main restaurant in terms of location yeah absolutely gorgeous to spend an evening in this particular space” On camera233:44
- “Top-notch on-site restaurants have tasty cuisine and elegant decor” 14
- “Breakfast is served in the hotel's restaurant and guests are asked to reserve a slot between 8am and 10am. Initially this felt slightly frustrating because it overlaps with the morning spa session.” 19
- “Breakfast is also superb with an array of fresh breads, cereals, fresh fruit and fruit salad, a noteworthily excellent bircher muesli, and an a la carte menu with hot dishes served to the table.” 25
- “Even cooler is the fact that I could order the signature Gainsborough cheese & bacon burger with perfect fries as if it was being served in the restaurant. Not cheap at £24, but large and so so good.” 3
- “Room service is quick with a menu packed with comfort food, which after a session at the spa and a desire to get your calorie intake back up.” 3
- “Breakfast too was a delight, yet I was grateful that the £25 English breakfast that was perhaps 3 mouthfuls came included in AMEX.” 27
- “Breakfast is a mix of continental and a la carte. The former offers a vast spread of natural yoghurt, pastries (the pain au chocolat were a flaky-buttery delight), a selection of charcuterie, Scottish smoked salad and cheeses.” 31
- “After dinner, breakfast and lunch, I would not go away dancing in the streets over how good it was, but I was certainly happy with everything they offered and would make no arrangements to eat anywhere else if we stayed again in future. It was very good, especially for English hotel standards.” 27
- “The award-winning Vellore restaurant is elegant with high ceilings, white columned entryways, and an air of fine dining (it's open for breakfast and dinner only).” 14
- “I also had a Perfect Egg (and, I'm told, I have very high egg standards) at breakfast, wobbling deliciously on its bed of avocado and rye.” 26
- “A very comfortable night's sleep and a hearty breakfast the next day in the same restaurant completed our stay and it was an added bonus that a top class visiting rugby side were sharing the hotel with us.” 20
- “Next morning, breakfast, also in the main dining room, is another treat.” 13
- “Plus the fine dining restaurant headed up by Dan Moon is well worth a visit, its menu using fresh, seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.” 3
- “Hotel breakfast coffee often resembles aeroplane coffee (if you know, you know), but the oat milk cappuccinos here were excellent. I started both mornings with two and it was the perfect start to my day.” 19
- “The pool was exclusively full of smooching couples. The restaurant was ok.” 12
- “The only disappointment was that lunch was almost a replica of dinner, yet with chicken instead of lamb and only 3 choices per starter/main/dessert.” 27
Bathroom15 mentions · 5 filmed
- “Fashioned from a Georgian mansion just 10 minutes walk from the centre of Bath, this 5 star hotel has "hansomely furnished" rooms and bathrooms "luxuriously appointed in mahogany and marble", many with garden views.” 2
- “The hotel sits just outside the centre of Bath, surrounded by manicured grounds that immediately create that "escape" feeling. It is peaceful and tucked away, yet only about a ten to fifteen minute walk into the city.” 18
- “The white marble-themed bathroom was spacious, the waterfall shower welcome, the Elemis bath products sensuous, the bed comfortable and the far-reaching views stunning.” 6
- “The bathroom included Elemis toiletries, a rain shower, and a heated towel rail. The space felt clean, comfortable, and exactly what you want for a spa-focused stay.” 18
- “I was particularly a fan of the LMS amenities that certainly made the whole look and feel of the bathroom being that much better being given that quality of amenities to use” On camera232:11
- “the rooms were perfect temperature excellent water pressure and temperature highly recommend” On camera112:15
- “The bathrooms are spacious with marble counters and shower/tub combos. Posh robes and Molton Brown toiletries are nice touches.” 14
- “where the hotel really exceeded expectations was actually just the general styling it managed to take in so many of the flavors and also General styling of bath and that was something that played very nicely and led for a very impressive arrival” On camera231:21
- “this then floats straight into the bathroom I absolutely love the white marble and also the wooden paneling” On camera231:57
- “Underfloor heating in the bathroom was a treat.” 3
- “no separate tub to a shower that is something that I tend to expect from five-star hotels that said both were just about big enough” On camera232:03
- “The bathroom was big, but the best thing was the size of the shower, big enough for two with both a forest shower and separate shower head, so plenty of water.” 15
- “Having plenty of mirrors with good lighting in the bathroom and one full-length mirror in the room's hallway was handy, as well as the choice of having a shower or bath that evening.” 9
- “Marble floors, a freestanding bath and generous full size mirror alongside the supersized bathrobes are all big pluses.” 3
- “87 rooms, 12 suites and one supremely small bathroom. I assumed The Goring was looking to get into the Guinness Book of Records for having the smallest bathroom in a 5 star hotel within England, but apparently not.” 27
Bed & Sleep5 mentions
- “I was particularly happy with the LHW pre-arrival questionnaire, which allowed me to choose a pillow that mostly worked for me.” 27
- “The Queen sized bed is big enough, the mattress firm and the pillows plentiful. As you'd expect all the sheets are soft as lambs wool. Sleep came easily.” 3
- “I will admit that the mattress and pillows were too soft for my personal liking, but despite being in the city centre, the room was surprisingly quiet overnight.” 19
- “The bed was firm with fine sheets and plenty of room, I was able to sleep crossways without falling off.” 15
- “check out this bed pretty cool and then if we look at this pattern on it it's like I don't know what it is it's like horses and oldy Wy type type things” 4
Noise5 mentions
- “Situated on the attractively-named Beau Street, The Gainsborough is in about as central a central location as they come. Glide up Milsom Street while browsing the shops, grab sweet treats at Mrs Potts next to the Abbey and listen to the band in Parade Gardens: it's all a very short walk away.” 26
- “And despite the central location - the main shopping area is just a five-minute walk away - it's wonderfully quiet around the property.” 31
- “With that being said I did have a great night sleep, I didn't hear a sound.” 9
- “I will admit that the mattress and pillows were too soft for my personal liking, but despite being in the city centre, the room was surprisingly quiet overnight.” 19
- “Bath is beautiful but inevitably there's night life noise, we've stayed in the city centre before and not had a great nights sleep with external noise. We then tried a B&B on the outskirts, Abbey Rise, lovely place but it's on a main road out, and the traffic and sirens were a pain all night.” 22
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- 32Thermae Spa worth it? : r/Bathreddit.comForum thread2026-08-07Current14 quotes used
“The Thermae is touristy yes but the views from the top are great.”
Read originalreddit.com - 19The Gainsborough Bath Spa Reviewnishiv.comReview site2026-06-11Current15 quotes used
“The service at breakfast, and throughout the hotel as a whole, was outstanding.”
Read originalnishiv.com - 18Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel Review - The SavvyBostonianthesavvybostonian.comReview site2026-02-14Current7 quotes used
“The hotel sits just outside the centre of Bath, surrounded by manicured grounds that immediately create that "escape" feeling. It is peaceful and tucked away, yet only about a ten to fifteen minute walk into the city.”
Read originalthesavvybostonian.com - 31The Gainsborough Bath Spa hotel reviewthe-independent.comReview site2024-10-14Ageing8 quotes used
“Spaces, all different shapes and sizes, are delightfully uncluttered (this means no horrendous 'hotel art'), which lets the colours - duck-egg blue and hints of gold are dominant - and patterns (floral, pastoral) breathe…”
Read originalthe-independent.com - 26Time Out Hotel Review: The Gainsborough Bath Spatimeout.comReview site2024-08-20Ageing4 quotes used
“Highlights include the idiosyncratic shape of the rooms - a lovely quirky touch - and the genius extra savoury course during Afternoon Tea paying homage to the hotel's Asian owners.”
Read originaltimeout.com - 14MacDonald Bath Spa Hotel Reviewoyster.comReview site2024-08-16Ageing6 quotes used
“A significant walk from the city center”
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