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Francis Hotel Bath

Property class: 4

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A historic building with the name "FRANCIS" on the facade, featuring classic architecture with multiple windows and a prominent entrance.
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A restaurant with a bar area, seating with tables set for dining, and a bar counter.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
A living room with a blue sofa, a coffee table, and two armchairs. There are two chandeliers, a potted plant, and a view of a dining area.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$408
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov

Explore the area

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Queen Square, Bath, England, BA1 2HH
  • Place, Jane Austen Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Roman Baths
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bath Abbey
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a desk with a lamp, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, City View

A bed with a floral headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, City View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ensuite

A neatly made bed with a floral headboard, two bedside lamps, and a brown leather armchair.

Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A neatly made bed with a floral headboard, two bedside lamps, and a brown leather armchair.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a desk with a lamp, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Bath

A luxury stay in the heart of Bath awaits you at Francis Hotel Bath. You'll find Jane Austen Centre a few steps away and Pulteney Bridge within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and prenatal massages along with body scrubs, facials and aromatherapy. The restaurant, Emberwood, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Bath City Centre hotel include Roman Baths and Bath Abbey.

What's nearby

  • Jane Austen Centre - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Roman Baths - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bath Abbey - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Thermae Bath Spa - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bath Christmas Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Bath Spa Station - 11 min walk
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Raven - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Ivy Bath Brasserie & Garden - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Colonna & Small's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪WatchHouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Garricks Head - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Francis Hotel Bath

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Francis Hotel Bath. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Bath hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 98 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1728
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Francis Hotel Bath offers 98 accommodations with free minibar items and a safe. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. 21-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Bath hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 3 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body scrubs and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour offsite parking (GBP 21.80 per day)
  • Covered parking on site (GBP 20 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Emberwood

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology

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
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (140 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1728
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renewable energy used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 50
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 1.0 per stay.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 20.00 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: GBP 20 per day
  • Off site parking fee: GBP 21.80 per day (0.5 mi away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 50 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 1.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per stay
  • Service fee: 5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses some solar energy
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar energy. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Francis Bath MGallery Collection
Francis Hotel
Francis Hotel Bath MGallery Sofitel
Francis Hotel MGallery Collection
Francis MGallery Collection
Hotel Francis
Accor Francis Bath
Francis Hotel MGallery Sofitel
Francis Hotel Bath
Francis Bath MGallery Sofitel
Francis MGallery Sofitel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Francis Hotel Bath?

Francis Hotel Bath offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Francis Hotel Bath?

As of 12 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Francis Hotel Bath on 8 Nov 2026 start from NZ$408, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Francis Hotel Bath?

Yep, Francis Hotel Bath has a covered self car park for GBP 20 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Is there a spa on site at Francis Hotel Bath?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments, as well as deep-tissue massages.

What makes Francis Hotel Bath a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Francis Hotel Bath.

Is Francis Hotel Bath family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Francis Hotel Bath is a hit with families.

Does Francis Hotel Bath serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is available daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Francis Hotel Bath?

No, Francis Hotel Bath does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Francis Hotel Bath?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Francis Hotel Bath?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Francis Hotel Bath?

Dogs are welcome at Francis Hotel Bath, with food and water bowls on offer.

Francis Hotel Bath Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 703 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely lovely hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, location and staff were wonderful, would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel I've ever stayed at in the UK! Great service and great meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Bath - the hotel and rooms are lovely and you’re nice and central so can walk around.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room, facilities, staff and location. We had a wonderful stay at the Francis Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay lovely place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and hotel, very welcome with our young dog.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel, only opened last year after a major refurbishment. It’s in a good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, beautiful hotel located in a perfect location. Can’t wait to come back and use the spa facilities. One night was not enough!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, comfortable rooms and friendly staff. The location is perfect and we enjoyed every minute!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in perfect location, lovely room with nice touches, excellent aircon, terrific bar and friendly staff. Slightly pricey to take your pet but that’s becoming the norm now. Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a location close enough to the centre of everything to be convenient but just far enough away to be apart from the noise. Very helpful staff and all the room amenities were perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love this hotel. Great location and great service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a lovely hotel! The staff were so friendly and helpful, and the rooms were not only attractive, but very comfortable. It has an old world charm, and the breakfast is really good. Don’t miss it! We want to stay again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Worth the visit! Everything was perfect. AC in rooms was super
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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An elegant hotel and lovely staff. 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel in a perfect setting. Couldn’t fault a thing. Staff exceptionally helpful and the food was delicious. Can certainly highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. The Francis is beautifully decorated, the staff are most attentive, the property is quiet, immaculate and very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, beautiful clean hotel and lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location,
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location no barista coffee for breakfast tho
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely location and great hotel. Ember is one of the best places to eat in town too. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located with parking. Everything was just perfect. Very comfortable stay in a fine hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A beautiful hotel with perfect service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026