The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
5.0 star property
9.4/10 Exceptional
Popular amenities
Pool
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Spa
Restaurant
Gym
Beau Street, Bath, England, BA1 1QY
Explore the area
Thermae Bath Spa1 min walk
Roman Baths2 min walk
Royal Crescent13 min walk
Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)49 min drive
Room options
About this area
Bath
The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is located in Bath City Centre, a neighborhood in Bath, and is in a shopping district and near a train station. The Little Theatre Cinema and Jane Austen Centre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Bath Christmas Market. Don't miss out on a visit to Botanical Gardens at Victoria Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
Zizzi - 2 min walk
Chai Walla - 3 min walk
The Trinity - 3 min walk
Yum Yum Thai - 3 min walk
Thai Balcony - 3 min walk
About this property
The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
5-star luxury hotel located in Bath City Centre
Located close to Little Solsbury Hill and Botanical Gardens at Victoria Park, The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour gym. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage at the onsite spa. The onsite restaurant, Socialize, features British cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
An indoor pool
Smoke-free premises, meeting rooms, and an elevator
A 24-hour front desk, a porter/bellhop, and free newspapers
Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and massage treatment rooms
Guest reviews give good marks for the dining options, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 99 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
Designer toiletries, shower/tub combinations, and hair dryers
Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks
Awards and affiliations
Green / Sustainable Property This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Follows regional cleaning and disinfection practices of We're Good To Go (UK)
Social distancing
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place
This information is provided by our partners.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Offsite parking within 0.4 mi (GBP 16 per day)
Food and drink
1 restaurant
1 bar
Restaurants on site
Socialize
Gainsborough Bar
Things to do
24-hour fitness center
Full-service spa
Indoor pool
Family friendly
Free cribs/infant beds
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Banquet hall
Elevator
Free newspapers in lobby
Front-desk safe
Reception hall
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning service
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Tour/ticket assistance
Business services
24-hour business center
Conference space (2164 square feet)
Meeting rooms
Spa
11 treatment rooms
Hot springs/mineral springs
Massage - Swedish
Massage/treatment rooms
Spa open daily
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Offsite parking fee: GBP 16 per day (0.4 mi away)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests must contact this hotel in advance to reserve valet parking.
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the health club, fitness facility, or spa tub
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa
Property is also known as
Gainsborough Bath
Gainsborough Bath Spa
Gainsborough Spa
Gainsborough Spa Bath
Gainsborough Spa Hotel
Gainsborough Spa Hotel Bath
Gainsborough Bath Spa Hotel
The Gainsborough Bath Spa
The Gainsborough Bath Spa Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Frequently asked questions
Does The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool.
Is The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
What time is check-in at The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM - midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World located?
Located in Bath City Centre, this luxury hotel is steps from Little Solsbury Hill, Thermae Bath Spa, and Botanical Gardens at Victoria Park. The Little Theatre Cinema and Roman Baths are also within 5 minutes. Bath (QQX-Bath Spa Train Station) is 6 minutes by foot and Bath Spa Station is 6 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free at The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World and receive a full refund?
Yes, The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
The Gainsborough Bath Spa - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Reviews
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Great Spa hotel right in the centre of Bath. Was so easy to access and walk all over the town. The hotel is very nice. The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were excellent. So friendly and helpful. The room was a bit overpriced by comparison to other places we have stayed. But overall we had a really lovely time.
The location is excellent, right in the middle of the shopping centre. The hotel is very elegant with attractive rooms and public areas Spa is spacious and offers a lovely experience. It would have been helpful to have information in the room concerning room service, restaurant times for lunch or dinner as well as a sample menu and the prices in the mini bar.
The options at breakfast could be improved no porridge, kippers/smoked mackerel or dairy free yogurts. The gluten free toast was small, dry and only one slice was provided despite asking for two slices! The regular toast arrived in a toast rack and was plentiful.
Good: The hotel is ideally located in the centre of Bath so you never have far to walk and do not need a car. Spa is very nice and quiet (see negative later) and an relaxing way to end a day.
Bad: We had a room on the fourth floor which was quite small and had restricted headroom because of the sloping roof. Room was very warm even with air con.
Main negative was the rules regarding Spa use. We stayed 12 months ago and was able to book an hour in the spa anytime and when we booked in October this year there was no mention of any restrictions. This was because the policy was changed on 1st November to state that 'cpmplementary' access to spa was only from 8-10 in the morning and 7-9 in the evening, neither of which is suitable for a hotel guest wanting to explore Bath during the day and eat out afterwards. The staggering thing is that outside of these hours they were going to charge £70 each to go.
Good: When we expressed our dissappointment with the change of policy after we had booked the hotel allowed us a complementary hous each day of our stay at a time suitable to us. Unsurprisingly, at that price, we were the only people in the spa at that time as I am sure no hotel guest is going to pay that amount for an hours swim.
Maybe ther hotel needs to reconsider this new policy as unless it changes, I will not be booking there again.
The front desk and concierge service was excellent. The room was nicely appointed. I appreciated complimentary beverages in room. The Roberts radio was a nice touch also.
Ladies weekend away, great location for shops and bars. The hotel was well presented, friendly and we received first rate service at all times. I would highly recommend the hotel to people looking for a little break, we never ate in the hotel and preferred to eat in town.