The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa

Hotels
9.3 (887 reviews)
16 Royal Crescent , Bath , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Clean and spacious rooms
Cons:
Small en-suite bathrooms
Missing fridge in room initially

Categories

Cleanliness
9.3
Guests noted the hotel was spotlessly clean.
Service
9.8
Staff were praised for being friendly, helpful, and attentive.
Location
9.3
Hotel is in a beautiful and convenient location.
Room Quality
8.8
Rooms are comfortable and spacious, but some en-suites are small.
Amenities
8.8
Nice amenities like a spa and bar, but a fridge was missing initially.
Value for Money
9.3
Overall worth the price for the experience provided.
Food and Beverage
9.3
Breakfast and dining experiences were highly rated.
Overall Experience
9.8
Guests reported that their stay was exceptional and memorable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 14:59

Property Description

Luxurious 5-Star Hotel in Bath's Royal Crescent

Stunning Spa and Gym Facilities: Enjoy a fully equipped gym and a serene spa with relaxation pools, sauna, and steam room, all leading out to a landscaped garden.

Elegant 18th-Century Decor: Each room at The Royal Crescent features luxurious bedding, period artwork, and free WiFi, providing a truly opulent stay experience.

Exquisite Dining and Bar Options: Indulge in award-winning cuisine at the Dower House restaurant, sip on cocktails at The Montagu bar, and savor traditional afternoon tea in the beautiful gardens.

Experience the epitome of luxury and relaxation at The Royal Crescent - book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that extra beds are limited and subject to availability.

The hotel recommends to reserve treatment times.

Please also note that due to space limitations guests will be required to book in advance for meals. This information can be added within the Special Request box when booking.

Pick up from and to Bristol and Heathrow Ariport can be arrange with our Concierge with a fee. Prices may vary depending on number of passengers, luggage and vehicle type. Please contact the property directly to arrange. Other transfers can also be arranged prior request.

Pets are only allowed in certain room types so please check the room descriptions, and check availability of pet friendly rooms with the hotel directly.

Should you have any concerns, or believe that you may require additional assistance during your stay, please contact the property in advance of your arrival to ensure all your requirements are fulfilled.

Spa policy: Children aged 16 and above are welcome to enjoy the spa facilities and have treatments.

Children under 16 years of age can only use the relaxation pool during school holidays (please check dates when booking) at restricted times: 9am to 10am and 4pm to 5pm daily subject to availability. Outside of these times, The Spa & Bath House is for our adult guests and members only.
Due to limited availability booking in advance with our Spa Reception Team is essential." WITH THIS ONE: Spa treatments are only available from 16 years old.
Children aged 16 and above are welcome to enjoy the spa facilities and have treatments.

Outside of these times, The Spa & Bath House is for our adult guests and members only. Due to limited availability booking in advance with our Spa Reception Team is essential.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BRS

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 17.10 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 11 years old stay for £50 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 12 years old to 17 years old stay for £150 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 11 years old stay for £50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 12 years old to 17 years old stay for £150 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 887 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.3
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 9.3
Food and Beverage: 9.3
Overall Experience: 9.8
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wendycB6764SN NONE
2
RIP off
Pros:

Drinks are obscenely expensive and all have 12% service charge added even though you are standing at the bar! Tbf the hotel is absolutely lovely.

2026-05-07 via Tripadvisor
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Louise couple gb
10
2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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richardaU8070FS NONE Andover, Hampshire, England
10
Daughters Wedding day
Pros:

Our Daughters wedding was held at the hotel on 1st May and Carisma organised the day. It was a fabulous day and went without a hitch. I would really like to pass my thanks on to Carisma and the team that supported her. Especially big thanks also needs to go to the bar staff who worked tirelessly as well as sommelier who kept the wine flowing at the wedding breakfast. A great day which everyone really enjoyed. The Concierge were also superb in every way.

2026-05-06 via Tripadvisor
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Susanna solo_traveller it
10
2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Gregory solo_traveller us
10
Beautiful, romantic Bath…Lovely Royal Crescent. Charming staff.
Pros:

The staff! Friendly & helpful. SUCH a LOVELY place.

2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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mr995 NONE
10
Great
Pros:

Great location and lovely staff. Room was comfortable and well furnished. Food was great too. Would recommend this hotel if you’re ever looking to stay in Bath.

2026-04-23 via Tripadvisor
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BRONWYN extended_group gb
10
Fabulous stay in fabulous hotel
Pros:

Large room overlooking the garden,with one of the most comfortable beds I’ve ever slept in,particularly the pillows
Lovely bathroom and toiletries
Excellent cocktails
Delicious breakfast

Cons:

Nothing major

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Lotuseater45 Couples
10
Anniversary celebration
Pros:

Having stayed elsewhere in Bath for a few days last year, my wife and I had more places to enjoy and combined staying at this wonderfully located hotel with visiting those places. We had a two night package that included an afternoon tea with glass of bubbly, plus an evening six course taster meal. Not on the same day, I hasten to add, as the tea was enough to take us through to breakfast the first morning.
Upon arrival, our luggage was removed and the car taken to parking by the friendly concierge. A friendly and informative receptionist greeted us and showed us where everything was, and gave us a potted history of the hotel and Crescent. Amazingly our room was ready, at 14:00 hours and we settled in before heading, at 15:00,to our tea.
It was a lovely spring day with blue sky and sunshine galore. The gardens, are lovely and could be imagined as great to dine in al fresco in the summer. The tea was excellent.
The breakfast menu and buffet had all that s=could be desired and variations requested were accepted. Our evening taster meal was good, with some extremely tasty courses. Maybe not all, but that is a matter of personal taste. Service and information given on each course was vert good and we enjoyed discussing the various merits of the courses with the waiting staff.
We had a room overlooking the Crescent gardens and it was well equipped with comfy beds. A nice touch on arrival was a box of handmade chocs and later a plate of fruit.
All in all a stay worthy of another wedding anniversary, of which we have had many!
Thanks to all of the staff who made it so enjoyable.

2026-04-16 via Tripadvisor
5
557michaelh NONE
10
Celebrating a special birthday
Pros:

Great location, and the level of service and decor to be expected at a 5 star hotel. All the staff were friendly and helpful.

2026-04-16 via Tripadvisor
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Ruth_tamir Couples London, England
10
Great stay in a superb hotel
Pros:

Excellent hotel
Comfortable large bedroom with spacious modern bathroom and walk in shower that we had requested. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful Nice swimming pool ( although due to its size it can get busy) Spa was excellent.
All of the staff were friendly and professional.

2026-04-14 via Tripadvisor
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Debra family_with_children gb
10
Exceptional hotel 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Pros:

I’ve stayed at this hotel over 5 times in the past 10 years & it’s always exceptional. Set in such a stunning part of Bath. The secluded gardens are truly marvellous

Cons:

I love everything about this hotel

2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Anne couple gb
10
2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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neelys2014 NONE Los Angeles, California
10
Royalty at the Royal Crescent
Pros:

One of the most extraordinary hotels we've stayed at. I want to go back just to take in all that the hotel has to offer. Bath is delightful but the Royal Crescent is a trip in itself

2026-04-08 via Tripadvisor
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Kristina family_with_children us
10
Luxurious, relaxing Bath holiday
2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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Saamir Business London, England
10
"Oh! Who can ever be tired of Bath?!"
Pros:

With the location being the very best one could hope for in the Royal Crescent itself I was greeted by Gerard, and shared a confession that whilst I was sent away to boarding school at the tender age of 8 and brought up by Irish Catholic nuns in Pakistan in the mountains of the Himalayas, and retained contact with one of the nuns from then to this day, I had yet to visit his hometown, Ireland. Katie next greeted me informing me that my room was already ready( as I had surgery 6 months ago and needed to rest when I could) and also informed me that I had been upgraded to a slightly more spacious room. Clara at the 24 hour Reception desk was charming and lost helpful, Adam very obliging and Dipeeka (whom I had the most interaction with at the Bar) whom I could speak with in Urdu and myself talked of how each of our grandfathers had given us so much love. Like her I could not say goodbye to mine but at least hers was prevented out of parental love rather than spite as was mine. The food was delicious the chicken schnitzel not being an evening dish the chefs supervised by Rob, graciously agreed to the request. The duck starter was delicious but the portion miniscule (hint, hint!) An experience to be remembered. The Jane Austen Centre is a good visit and Austen did have good times in Bath despite financial struggles upon her father s death when in Bristol. Thanks for a fantastic stay. With gratitude, Sam

2026-04-07 via Tripadvisor
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NatalieBrickhill NONE Manchester, Greater Manchester, England
6
Great location, probably overpriced for levels of service
Pros:

Location of the hotel is brilliant
The concierge staff were wonderful
We did however feel the service compared to others around and those who recommended this hotel to us lacked somewhat
Couple things in our room did not work
Breakfast was very nice, lovely choice
Some people got snacks with drinks others didn’t / some offered blankets when sat out, so it just felt a little personal everyone wasn’t treated the same
We did ask for the room elements to be fixed and they were the next day (but why this wasn’t solved pre check in was disappointing
On mentioning our experience at check out, we were apologised too but sadly we’d already paid for our room and apparently sorry is enough despite the premium spend

2026-04-06 via Tripadvisor
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almdec Family
10
Beautiful place to stay in Bath
Pros:

Lovely and relaxing stay. Loved the garden and the spa pool. The breakfast, afternoon tea, and dinner at the restaurant were all delicious and beautifully presented! And how fun to stay in the famous Royal Crescent!

2026-04-03 via Tripadvisor
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Climber54185693446 Couples
6
Beautiful historical building, spa was a let down shabby and treatment not up to standard
Pros:

Some of the staff let the hotel down , not approachable or welcoming, spa experience was not enjoyable

2026-04-03 via Tripadvisor
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karenrQ452UT NONE
6
Okay but could be better
Pros:

Such potential but let down by some of the staff and the spa.
Great location, nice room, fantastic grounds, good restaurant. Restaurant staff were great. Therapists in the spa were great.
Spa reception with the exception of Sarah let the hotel down and some staff on main reception could be more helpful too. Pool area was 'okay', changing rooms were shabby. I know they are refurbishing that area but current guests still have to use it!
It's a shame as they are easy fixes which i hope are addressed.

2026-03-31 via Tripadvisor
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Liz couple gb
9
Made us feel special on our minimoon
Pros:

Such a beautiful boutique hotel, the staff were attentive & friendly. We were lucky enough to have a front facing room, so enjoyed the people watching. Although the spa facilities are compact they were well thought out & felt luxurious

Cons:

Bathroom was compact, but we understand that there are restrictions in historic properties

2026-03-31 via Nuitee