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The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star guest house with free WiFi, connected to a shopping center

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Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
20 Sadler Street, Wells, England, BA5 2SE
  • Wells Cathedral
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Wells Bishop's Palace
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Wookey Hole Caves
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Wells

Heart of Wells.With a stay at this Wells guesthouse, you'll be steps from Wells & Mendip Museum and Wells Cathedral. Vicar's Close and Ebbor Gorge are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wells Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Vicar's Close - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wells Bishop's Palace - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wookey Hole Caves - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Glastonbury Tor - 13 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Frome Station - 27 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cathedral Green - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Quarter Jack - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fosso Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Flapjackery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Coffee#1 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel

3-star guest house with free WiFi, connected to a shopping center
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel.

This 3-star Wells guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1473
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel offers 9 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 18-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

This Wells guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A restaurant

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 18-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 8 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 24
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Thursday - Monday (8:00 AM - 10:00 PM) and Tuesday - Wednesday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, 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, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 15.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 24 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel to the airport?

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel is 18.7 mi (39-min drive) away from the Bristol International Airport (BRS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel on May 30, 2025 start from $185.88, 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.

Does The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel.

Does The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 15.00 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel have a pool?

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel have a restaurant?

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel is home to Rugantino, which features Italian cuisine.

Does The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel to downtown Wells?

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Wells.

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 167 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice place, great staff

Can't fault the service, the breakfast was great, the staff friendly and they even did us pizza as we was running very late and missed dinner. The room was okay, only negative was the bed was small and you couldn't stand to shower, had to sit in the bath and hold the shower head, but it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil Porter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Room3

Room a bit tired in places but clean and comfortable bed with top view.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great nights stay

We had a wonderful nights stay. The location is perfect for visiting Wells and backs onto the Cathedral green. The bed was very comfortable, a bit high maybe but such a good nights sleep. Can’t comment on the food as the restaurant was not open the night of our visit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

georgiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very very helpful and friendly. My traveling companion developed a medical emergency and they facilitated everything. My complaint is with Expedia it is very unusable in the UK I had to call home to get family to cancel reservations etc. etc. I would highly suggest you make The ability to contact you more more easily
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany M

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful, the staff great and the restaurant amazing. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! The restaurant was great and such an interesting building.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Traveled with partner
The rooms were tired looking but bathrooms renovated and nice. Afternoon and evening staff were great but morning staff rude. restaurant on site fabulous No parking and off site parking very hard to find and long walk with cases. I would not recommend staying there
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfully located in this historic city
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little gem of a hotel. Narrow and steep staircases so probably not ideal for people with mobility issues but it really is beautiful. I stayed in room 4, small and pretty with the most amazing view of the cathedral. Central location, comfortable and clean and excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

a

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel in a great location.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I heart Italy

Pretty pink room; stunning four poster; fab bedding; comfy bed; decent bathroom; super central location; quiet enough at night; cool decor. Only suggestions: glad for extra throw but it showed use by a dog and edges of room and around furniture bottoms needs cleaning. Otherwise very clean. FAB FOOD/RESTAURANT!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Centrally located Hotel

Small but very smart and well furnished ensuit single room with excellent views across the Green to the Cathedral. Very centrally situated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderfully friendly staff. Great location just steps away from the cathedral.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Opted for a double room and shower but decided to go for a bath and was shown a beautiful room in the tower and took it ! Staff were very helpful and the food was delicious and beautifully presented
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ancient Gatehouse Hotel

We stayed in Wells to visit friends, the room was comfortable but small due to the age of the property that is understandable. The view from the room was superb
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Character property

Character property, loved the antique 4 poster bed. So comfy. En-suite very clean with good products. We dined in the restaurant in the evening and meal was excellent and so was breakfast. Staff really friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an absolute stunning property, Unique and Ancient, Clean and quiet great position for all Wells has to offer
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Room with a View

Fantastic location with our room having a clear view of the wonderful Wells cathedral.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024