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The Gainsborough Bath Spa

5.0 star property

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Couples treatment room(s), Swedish massages, massages
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

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Beau Street, Bath, England, BA1 1QU
  • Place, Thermae Bath Spa
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Roman Baths
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bath Christmas Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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Bath Spa Room

Bath Spa Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two Bedroom Suite

Two Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 43 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Gainsborough Suite

The Gainsborough Suite

  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bath Spa Suite

Bath Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Courtyard Room

Courtyard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(56 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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King Suite

King Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 2 Single Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Pool

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(90 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Townhouse

The Townhouse

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 100 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Gainsborough Bath Spa

This smoke-free hotel features a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a restaurant. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a sauna are onsite.
The Gainsborough Bath Spa offers 99 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Bath hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center.

Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 11 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include Swedish massages and massages. The spa is open daily.
The sightseeing around The Gainsborough Bath Spa gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Thermae Bath Spa. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a full-service spa and an indoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy a meal at the brasserie or drinks at the cocktail bar
  • English breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Indulge with Swedish massages at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym, a steam room, and a sauna
  • Guests have great things to say about the local sightseeing and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Thermae Bath Spa and Little Solsbury Hill
The Gainsborough Bath Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and 2 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 2164 square feet (201 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury The Gainsborough Bath Spa.

This 5-star Bath hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy English breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Gainsborough Brasserie - This brasserie serves dinner only. Reservations are required.
Gainsborough Bar - This cocktail bar serves light fare only. Open daily.
Room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 40 per day); reservations required

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Gainsborough Bar
  • Gainsborough Brasserie

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 2,164 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • 11 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1736
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 40 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 40 per day (1969 ft away)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Spa facility access is available to guests at no charge from 8 AM-10 AM and from 7-9 PM daily. Guests who wish to access spa facilities between 10 AM and 7 PM may book a Spa Village Experience granting 3 hours access for GPB 70 per guest.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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The Gainsborough Bath Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 771 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1005 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, great food, great service and right in the centre for easy shopping and sightseeing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely stay, attentive staff and relaxing spa getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely hotel, rooms are to a high standard and breakfast is delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sonal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spa and service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were fantastic, room and spa were lovely (and my massage was fantastic). We had a very nice and relaxing stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic facilities, great Customer Service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gaynor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What a wonderful stay in The Townhouse - from the impeccable staff team to the truly impressive spa facility, a real memory to cherish.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Amenities
Clean rooms and it’s in city centre it’s so close to everything you’d need. Staff were so lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent room, great parking, excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spa was amazing. Very central ,very near shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

graham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are just wonderful and I mean from front desk to the lady cleaning the room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vineeta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect in everyway.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lai Man Mimi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice room & service. We did a joy the hot spa & pool.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sukhdev

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stuff was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice hotel but not a 5 star. The concierge and doorman were the best staff members, very helpful and nice but others we interacted with were not great, especially in the bar and restaurant. The spa and thermal waters were nice but very crowded.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Spa wasnt available, but they gave out complimentary vouchers for the Thermae Spa across the road. The room and the hotel was fabulous. The staff were very kind, and always ready to assist. A quality hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were really friendly and our room was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a lovely stay at the Gainsborough.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel and excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tejal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff provided us with a lovely card and complimentary wine towards our 50th birthday. Made our stay very special, room was spotless and very comfortable, had a wonderful relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite a problem with my room upgrade request being cancelled, I can confirm the staff, room, service and location was excellent Stewart from Concierge was very helpful so a real attribute to the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hai Yen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa was lovely and the room upgrade for my birthday was very appreciated. However, room service had limited choice and overpriced for the amount of food in the salmon salad.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

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