🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom
The five strongest hotels in Bath, selected by balancing Booking.com guest ratings with the depth of verified review support.
Last updated: Sep 11, 2026
Guest ratings and review counts were checked on Booking.com on September 11, 2026. Prices are indicative snapshots from the same review; confirm the live rate and availability for your dates.
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| Hotel | Area | 5stays | Booking.com | Reviews | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francis Hotel Bath | Bath | 5stays selection | 9.1 | 2,803 | 313€ |
| The Queensberry Hotel | Bath | 5stays selection | 9.2 | 658 | 372€ |
| Bathen House Boutique Hotel | Bath | 5stays selection | 9.1 | 1,196 | 234€ |
| Eight | Bath | 5stays selection | 9.0 | 863 | 266€ |
| Apex City of Bath Hotel | Bath | 5stays selection | 8.9 | 5,314 | 208€ |
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Francis Hotel faces Queen Square, with hearth-cooked dishes at Emberwood and a spa offering bookable treatments. Rooms include Roberts radios, Nespresso machines and GAIA toiletries for a characterful Bath stay.
The Queensberry brings townhouse character to Georgian Bath, with a courtyard garden and drawing-room tea and coffee. The Olive Tree's modern British menus focus on local, seasonal ingredients.
Bathen House occupies a building dating from 1910, with a shared lounge for a leisurely stay. Full English and à la carte breakfasts are available, and on-site parking is useful for guests arriving by car.
Eight places Bath Abbey and the Roman Baths in the immediate neighbourhood. City-facing rooms offer tea-making facilities and bathrobes, with cooked, vegetarian and vegan breakfast choices available.
Apex Bath offers a heated indoor pool and rooms with both a bathtub and walk-in shower. Antipodes toiletries add a thoughtful touch, while The Orange Artichoke and the terrace provide dining and drinks.
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Frequently asked questions
Francis Hotel Bath currently ranks first because its 9.1 Booking.com score is supported by 2,803 verified reviews.
The main areas to compare are the historic centre, Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge, Walcot and the station area. The right choice depends on sights, transport, nightlife and the atmosphere you prefer.
We balance each property’s Booking.com rating with its number of verified reviews, then confirm that all five hotels are located within the named city.
Indicative prices in this shortlist currently range from 208€ to 372€ per night. Live rates change with dates, room type, occupancy and cancellation terms.
Yes. Each selected hotel’s address and coordinates were checked before publication; nearby towns are not used to complete this city ranking.
Book earlier for summer, public holidays, festivals and major event dates. The best-reviewed refundable rooms are usually the first to sell.
Two or three nights suit a focused city break. Add more time for beaches, museums, mountain activities or regional day trips.
A car is rarely necessary for a central city stay. Consider one for regional day trips, mountain areas or accommodation beyond the main urban centre.
Ratings, review counts and indicative prices were checked on Sep 8, 2026. They can change as Booking.com receives new reviews and availability.
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