8 Best places to stay in Bath

Contemporary, stylish hotel spread across four Georgian townhouses on a classic Bath street.

Slap bang in the heart of things, No 15. is one of the smartest places to stay, on arguably Bath’s grandest road, close to  the city centre. There’s beautiful décor, a relaxed bar and fine attention to detail.

No need to head to the often-busy Thermae Spa to get the full benefit of Bath’s healing waters – the gorgeous Gainsborough Hotel, which shouts luxury throughout, has its own thermal pools in its in-house spa, right in the city centre.

Expect friendly, youthful vibes at this relaxed hotel, decorated in jewel tones and with a buzzy restaurant. The location is excellent – the city centre is a five-minute walk away.

The city’s finest, most luxurious hotel is set I the middle of this dazzling crescent of Grade I listed Georgian townhouses. For dreamers, film stars and spa lovers.

A bijou bed and breakfast with pretty bedrooms just a five-minute walk from the city centre – Jane Austen would approve.

A Gothic-tinged, classic country house hotel is a luxury retreat with landscaped gardens, a modern spa and exceptional food. Everything you need for an indulgent spa and foodie break.

Rustic meets chic at this lovely ‘restaurant with rooms’ country house. The Greenhouse restaurant serves up strictly local fare from the kitchen garden, including home-raised meet, and the pint-sized Potting Shed spa offers organic treatments.