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The Gainsborough Bath Spa

5.0 star property

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A spacious indoor swimming pool with multiple columns and lanterns, surrounded by a tiled floor and a stone wall.
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A hallway with a chandelier, wall sconces, a potted plant, and a chair.
A cozy room with a fireplace, a mirror, and seating.
A patio area with a table and chairs, an umbrella, and a view of a stone building and greenery.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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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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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a mirror.

Bath Spa Room

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

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A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a staircase with white balusters.

Two Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 43 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a nightstand, and a desk with a chair.

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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A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a ceiling light fixture.

Bath Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair.

Junior Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a small table, and a view of the outdoor patio.

Courtyard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

Executive Room, Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(59 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with curtains.

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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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small round table with books, a chair, and a decorative plant.

Executive Room, 2 Single Beds

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

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A spacious indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white columns and arches, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(93 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a plush chair, and a chandelier.

The Townhouse

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 100 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A double bed with white and gold bedding, a black bench, and two bedside lamps.

Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds

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

Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 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 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 helpful staff and the location
  • 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. Open select days.
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

  • 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
  • Lift
  • 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
  • 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.

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. 766 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1007 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

NANCY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little hotel right tin the middle of bath, very clean and elegant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Penny

I love the spa and breakfast here, one of my favourite hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely hotel, good location- kind staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property in a central location - perfect for a weekend visit to Bath
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really excellent service in delightful hotel . Bath is a fascinating city and the hotel is easy walking distance from all the historical must sees and excellent range of restaurants .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gemma

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location & lovely hotel. Only small issue is parking - dropping off and finding car parks is difficult in Bath!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience in every way!!! The spa is so relaxing and elegantly done , the rooms are lovely , the staff is gracious, i only wish we could have stayed longer !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

PANUTTA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was a bit kaos, but it was a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, lovely staff. Only two draw backs were the towels were like sandpaper and the spa (due to only two two hour slots for guests without paying extra) was quite crowded
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful front desk and valet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such friendly attentive staff . Good breakfast and beautiful city . Only downside was noisy local youths disturbed my sleep two out of three nights
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast menu excellent. Staff were incredibly attentive. Spa an amazing place to chill out
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

judith

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonal

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaye

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and spacious. The staff were consistently polite and helpful throughout our stay. The spa was exceptional—it felt like a truly special experience. The bar was a little on the expensive side, but there are plenty of pubs within easy walking distance. I would definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

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