The Ancient Gate House Hotel is family run, grade II listed building set on Wells Cathedral Green, facing the cathedral’s beautiful West Front. A short stroll from Bishop’s Palace and Vicars close.
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Oldest hotel in Wells
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Family run
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Opposite Wells Cathedral
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Locally sourced produce
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Four poster beds
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Central location
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Relaxed atmosphere
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Italian restaurant
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Refurbished bedrooms
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Ideal wedding location
Check Prices and Availability
Check-in date | Nights | # Rooms | Room 1 | Adults | Children | |
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Guest Reviews
| Rooms: | | 3.8 |
| Value: | | 4.2 |
| Friendliness: | | 4.6 |
| Cleanliness: | | 4.4 |
| Facilities: | | 4.2 |
| Staff service: | | 4.0 |
| Location: | | 4.6 |
| Breakfast: | | 4.4 |
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Emily
Young Couple
Stayed: Jan '10 |
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Would not recommend to others.
| Rooms: | | 2 |
| Value: | | 3 |
| Friendliness: | | 4 |
| Cleanliness: | | 3 |
| Facilities: | | 3 |
| Staff service: | | 1 |
| Location | | 5 |
| Breakfast: | | 5 |
"Friendly staff, but heating and plumbing needs a bit more attention"
Beds comfy, yummy breakfast, friendly staff, simple but perfectly adequate bathroom,. But we had a blocked sink which took the team too long to attend to, and then in the room we were moved to, the ra... Read more
"Friendly staff, but heating and plumbing needs a bit more attention"
Beds comfy, yummy breakfast, friendly staff, simple but perfectly adequate bathroom,. But we had a blocked sink which took the team too long to attend to, and then in the room we were moved to, the radiator didn't work too well (it was a cold night). Also no one warned us that we shouldn't park on the market square and we were saddled with a fixed penalty notice... The hotel might have heped out here. Read less
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Roland & Shireen
Mature Couple
Stayed: Dec '09 |
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Would recommend to others.
| Rooms: | | 4 |
| Value: | | 4 |
| Friendliness: | | 5 |
| Cleanliness: | | 5 |
| Facilities: | | 4 |
| Staff service: | | 5 |
| Location | | 5 |
| Breakfast: | | 5 |
"What a location, view fantastic !"
If you are able in body & want to experience a room with history , then ask for room 9.... Read more
"What a location, view fantastic !"
If you are able in body & want to experience a room with history , then ask for room 9. Read less
Likes:
Wintry weather, we were lucky but not stranded. Also Wells is a civilised placed to do a bit of shopping / sight seeing.
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Trevor
Mature Couple
Stayed: Nov '09 |
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Would recommend to others.
| Rooms: | | 5 |
| Value: | | 5 |
| Friendliness: | | 5 |
| Cleanliness: | | 5 |
| Facilities: | | 5 |
| Staff service: | | 5 |
| Location | | 5 |
| Breakfast: | | 5 |
"What a View!"
Offered a choice of rooms - we chose one approached up a stone spiral staircase situated above one of the ancient gateways with wonderful views of the cathedral and a very creaky four poster bed. Very... Read more
"What a View!"
Offered a choice of rooms - we chose one approached up a stone spiral staircase situated above one of the ancient gateways with wonderful views of the cathedral and a very creaky four poster bed. Very friendly welcome and again at breakfast in the sister hotel across the street. If we had one complaint it was that the shower lacked power, but what can we expect in a building this old? Would stay again. Read less
Likes:
Location of hotel and history of the bedroom.
Dislikes:
Shower was just a trickle.
More Information
Parking
Off-site parking
Types of Payment Accepted at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel
Cash (Sterling), Cash (Euro), Credit card, Debit card, Cheque
Payment Cards accepted at the property
Check-in: 2:00 PM till 11:00 PM
Early check-in available on request.
Check-out: 1:00 AM
Late check-out available on request
Children Policy: No preference
Cancellation Policy
Booking Terms and Conditions
Accessibility
Languages Spoken
English
Italian
The Ancient Guest House Hotel is a family run, 2 star, Grade II listed building set on Wells Cathedral Green, facing the cathedral’s beautiful West Front. It was built in the 15th Century and has been run by the same family for the last 31 years.
Ideally located in the centre of Wells, we are a short stroll from Bishop’s Palace, the moat and Vicar’s Close, said to be the oldest inhabited street in Europe. We are also only 5-10 minutes drive from a number of walks on The Mendips. Clarks factory outlet village is just 1—15 minutes drive and we are also only 2 miles from Wookey Hole Caves and 9 miles from Cheddar Gorge.
Our acclaimed bedrooms are all individually decorated whilst still featuring some of the more interesting historical features of the building. Modern necessities such as hairdryers, colour televisions, tea/coffee making facilities, and telephone with modem come as standard in the rooms. There is Wi-Fi access in some rooms and all communal areas.
The unique atmosphere at our guest house is complemented by our award-winning Rugantino Restaurant specialising in authentic Italian cuisine. With its friendly staff and warm, cosy surroundings, the Rugantino Restaurant provides the ideal setting for that special meal. The restaurant also prepares traditional English table d'hôte menus.
Environmental Statement
Recycling of glass, bottles and cardboard. We have water saving devices in all toilets and notes in all bedrooms requesting if guests need their towels washed and dried or if can be reused.
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Style of property
Comfortable, Elegant, Rustic, Traditional, Unique
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