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The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel

3.0 star property
Guesthouse connected to a shopping center in Wells with restaurant

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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

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

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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
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Room options

Room, 1 Twin Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Wells

Located in Wells, The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel is connected to a shopping center. Wells & Mendip Museum and Lake Village Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Wells Bishop's Palace and St. Margaret's Chapel & Magdalene Almshouses. Greenbank Pool and Royal Bath and West Showground are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Wells Cathedral - 2 min walk
  • Vicar's Close - 4 min walk
  • Wells Bishop's Palace - 5 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

Guesthouse connected to a shopping center
A terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel. The on-site Italian cuisine restaurant, Rugantino, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A front-desk safe, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and newspapers in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, Italian, Romanian, Spanish

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Rugantino

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1473
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of May 13, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel on May 19, 2024 start from CA $135.49, 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.

How much is parking at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel?

There is free parking nearby.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this guesthouse is steps from Wells & Mendip Museum and Wells Cathedral. Vicar's Close and Ebbor Gorge are also within 5 minutes.

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 123 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 123 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

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I went to check in the person behind the counter told me I did not have a reservation. This then began a series of events that caused significant stress. My phone was out of power as was my lap top. I took my lap top to a neighboring hotel where I was able to see I DID have a reservation. That person was not there when I returned but check in was fine. When I eventually saw the person in question he said I must have made the reservation that day with no apology
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Julian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice one night stay in the beautiful little city of Wells. The Ancient Gatehouse is lovely and quirky as it's such an old building. Amazing views across the green to the Cathedral. Staff very helpful and welcoming. There's an Italian restaurant on the ground floor, but there was no noise drifting up to our room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

Travelled 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

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
The View & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
3.0