The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Hotels
Small Luxury Hotels of the World
9.2 (4182 reviews)
Beau Street , Bath , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional staff
Beautifully decorated
Fantastic spa
Superb breakfast
Cons:
Noise from outside
Service charge on checkout

Categories

Cleanliness
8.7
Room had a lovely clean smell, very fresh, however, noise from outside was a concern.
Service
9.7
Staff were extremely friendly, polite, and attentive; exceptional service mentioned throughout.
Location
9.2
Perfect location, central and convenient for exploring.
Room Quality
9.2
Impressive room layout with thoughtful details; very comfortable.
Amenities
9.2
Fantastic spa facilities; highly praised by guests.
Value for Money
9.2
Overall great value considering the quality of service and amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.2
Breakfast was superb with a huge variety and delicious options.
Overall Experience
9.2
Overall a brilliant stay, will definitely return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 01:33

Property Description

Luxury Accommodation in the Heart of Bath

Exceptional Amenities: Enjoy access to a fitness centre, private parking, a shared lounge, and a restaurant offering exquisite dining options. Relax in the hot spring bath or unwind at the bar after a day of exploring the city.

Comfortable Rooms: Each room is equipped with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, minibar, coffee machine, and luxurious bedding. Some rooms even feature a kitchen for added convenience during your stay.

Prime Location: Situated in the Bath City Centre district, our 5-star hotel is the perfect base for exploring nearby attractions such as The Circus Bath, Bath Abbey, and The Roman Baths. Book now for an unforgettable experience at The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Important information:

The hotel is serving, breakfast and small lunch and dinner. Breakfast is served daily from 7.30 until 10.30. For guests who booked a rate including breakfast, we would be pleased to assist with pre-booking your table in our restaurant. Please contact us for assistance.
Kindly note that for guests who have booked a rate excluding breakfast, we will review your request subject to availability, the price for breakfast is £40.00 per person for our Full English Breakfast and £25 per person for Continental Breakfast.

Lunch is served from 12pm until 5pm. Afternoon Tea is served from 3pm until 5pm and would need to be pre-booked 24hours in advance.

Dinner is served from Tuesday until Thursday from 6pm until 9pm and Friday and Saturday from 6pm until 9.30pm. The restaurant is closed for dinner on Sundays and Mondays.

In-house guests will have complimentary access to the Bath House from 8am to 10am and from 7pm to 9pm daily. Access from 10am to 7pm will be exclusively reserved for guests who are having treatments in Spa Village or purchase the Spa Experience Access. Kindly note that children aged 15 years and younger are not allowed in the Spa Village.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Spa/wellness center is closed from 2026-03-06 until 2026-03-02

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.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • 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 from 2 years old to 12 years old stay for free 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.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs GBP 21 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 4182 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.7
Service: 9.7
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 9.2
Food and Beverage: 9.2
Overall Experience: 9.2
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Kamelia couple ch
10
I would recommend anyone going to Bath to stay in this place the location perfect and spa was beautiful and staff were v
Pros:

Its location and the beautiful spa therme we used that’s right opposite the hotel. The hotel felt luxurious and breakfast was very nice

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Anna couple gb
10
2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Martin solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Located 5min walk from train station and 5min walk from the town centre
Clean and with pleasant fresh smell all around the hotel area
Spa facility
Friendlies of the staff
No hidden fees

Cons:

I found breakfast bar £40 per person a bit pricey

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Adam couple gb
5
Was nice but well over priced. Appreciate the location is perfect but the spa is average and for what you pay I’ve staye
Pros:

Great location!

Cons:

It’s well over priced considering you don’t have full access to the spa all day and only allocated certain times. The spa itself is very average

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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kenan couple gb
1
2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Lee couple gb
10
2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Rianna solo_traveller gb
10
2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
7
Great location let down by
Pros:

The location was great

Cons:

Expensive extra charge to use the pool/ spa
Dinner not served in the hotel on a Sunday night ! Went to the bar at 4pm to be told “ sorry I’ll be set up and open by 5”

2026-03-06 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth solo_traveller gb
6
It is a lovely building and the location is fantastic. Room for improvement on cleanliness and fee transparency.
Pros:

It was in a wonderful location. The room was lovely and comfortable. The staff were friendly.

Cons:

There were black hairs over the floor in the bathroom but I was still charged an extra nightly cleaning fee for each night I stayed. I would’ve thought the nightly fee would be included in the initial booking price, and it is disappointing that on top of that the bathroom wasn’t actually cleaned properly. There was only one cluster when I first entered the bathroom upon check-in, and I got a plastic bag to remove them, but then it seemed more appeared after the clean. Or I missed some initially. I am blonde so it is not my hair.

2026-03-06 via Nuitee
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colinab couple gb
10
Pros:

The location room was very nice.

Cons:

Not a lot.

2026-03-06 via Nuitee
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Caroline couple ie
10
2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Elena couple gb
10
2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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María Olga couple es
5
Decepcionado te
Pros:

El desayuno y amabilidad del staff. La ubicación

Cons:

La habitación, el acceso con muchas escaleras en el sótano -2. Habitación muy ruidosa incluso en las paredes sonidos de agua. El WC goteando toda la noche. Lo peor la bañera, muy muy peligrosa. Mi hija se resbaló y se hizo daño en la boca y en la pierna.. MUY DECEPCIONANTE. EL manager del hotel no nos ha contactado au n.

Tardan mucho en contestar a preguntas de la reserva antes de llegar y las respuestas son contradictorias a lo que te dicen por teléfono o una vez llegas al hotel. No es propio de un Small Luxury Hotel!

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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Jane couple gb
8
Great location & elegant hotel
Pros:

The location & the elegance of the hotel

Cons:

I would have liked a choice of pillows in the room

2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Yuliia couple gb
10
Pros:

Lovely place

2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Linda solo_traveller gb
10
A great way to rejuvenate
Pros:

Quiet, good food, good SPA, lovely staff

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Damir couple gb
10
2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Clair couple gb
9
Went for my husbands birthday and thought I’d go all out. Wasn’t disappointed. Room was lovely. A great weekend away
Pros:

Beautiful hotel. Very traditional with gorgeous spa facilities. Staff were lovely and in a prime location

Cons:

Dust on picture frames and a few missed cobwebs but certainly didn’t spoil our stay. Breakfast was pricey but beautiful surroundings and lots of choices. Spa was very busy Friday and Saturday evenings when hotel guests are allowed access but Sunday night was much quieter. Glad we booked for 3 nights to maximise the value.

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Allen couple gb
10
2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Rowan couple gb
9
Pros:

Spa facilities were great though very limited access for guests so we couldn't easily fit around an evening out in Bath. Very central location, easy access.

Cons:

I was surprised as our room felt small for the price and "executive" title.

2026-03-01 via Nuitee