The Ancient Gatehouse Wells

The Ancient Gatehouse

Hotel The Ancient Gatehouse 2 class

Wells, 20 Sadler St

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Set in a stunning location on Wells Cathedral Green, facing the West Front, the Ancient Gatehouse is well positioned for discovering Somerset's historic beauty spots.

Just yards away from the ancient market place, the hotel reflects authentic period charm with its centuries-old spiral stone staircase and quaint little passages.

The Ancient Gatehouse boasts the excellent Rugantino Restaurant, specialising in authentic Italian cuisine, with a welcoming ambience.

Rooms have been refurbished to a very high standard and retain their original features and character. Some rooms have a four-poster bed.

Bristol, Bath and Longleat are close by.

Rooms: 9
Rate: 75 - 130 GBP

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Hotel information

During the reign of Edward VI (1547 - 1553), the hotel was an armed keep, and after a period of confiscation it was handed back to the Church by Mary Tudor (1553 - 1558).

The hotel offers price reductions for senior citizens, and is licensed for civil marriages.

Hotel Facilities

General:   Parking, Restaurant, Pets Allowed, Bar, Garden, Non-Smoking Rooms, Safety Deposit Box, Heating, Luggage Storage, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking
Services:   Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Bridal Suite, Internet Services, Packed Lunches, Fax/Photocopying, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included

Food & beverage

The Ancient Gate House Hotel has a unique atmosphere created by a beautiful historic setting and welcoming ambience. This is complemented by the award-winning Rugantino Restaurant, specialising in authentic Italian cuisine. With friendly staff and warm, cosy surroundings, the restaurant also prepares traditional English table d'hôte menus. Wines, spirits and beers are available from the bar.

Travel information

By Car
- Wells is accessible from either the M4 or M5, and can be reached by the A39 Bath road or the A371, which joins the A38 Bristol road.
- On approaching Wells, follow signs for 'hotels and deliveries'.
- It is the first hotel on the left when entering Sadler Street, and is situated on Wells’s cathedral green overlooking the west front of the cathedral.

Important information

If you plan to arrive later than 22:00, please contact reception using the contact details provided on your booking confirmation.

Hotel Policies

Check In:   14:00-23:00
Check Out:   11:00
Cancellation Policy:   Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years are charged GBP 5 per night per person for cots.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.

Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: 17.5 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Internet: Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.

Meal Plan: Full English breakfast is included in the room rate.

Parking: No parking available.

Pets: Pets are not allowed.


The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Accepted credit cards:   American Express, CartaSi, Euro/Mastercard, Maestro, Solo, Switch, Visa
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