The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant
The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant
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About this property
Set in a stunning location on Wells Cathedral Green, facing the West Front, The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant is well-located for exploring Somerset's beautiful historic areas. Just yards 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 & Rugantino Restaurant boasts the excellent Rugantino Restaurant, specializing in authentic Italian cuisine, with a welcoming atmosphere. 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.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kerrie
United States“Wonderful, welcoming staff. Helped with our luggage. We enjoyed the surrounding area and the history. Meals were excellent” - Central United States“Friendly, competent staff. Comfortable room and bed. Excellent breakfast. Perfect location for sight-seeing, shopping, dining, more. VERY affordable (both room and food).”
- Mardi
New Zealand“Staff exceptional. Staff cheerfully took our suitcases upstairs and were very helpful at checkout. Advised us well beforehand about where to park” - Andrew United States“Room was on the top floor, so very steep steps, which was expected as it was explained will in the listing and after booking. Noisier neighborhood, but we like the lively areas. Food looked amazing, though we did not dine there. Shower and...”
Tanya
United Kingdom“Very old building but well managed and maintained. Fantastic Italian restaurant within. View of Wells Cathedral from the bedroom window.”- Randall United States“Quant old school property, but with Italian charm. Nice part about this hotel is it goes straight into a very good Italian restaurant. Would return here or stay longer as it’s a nice/special property.”
- Anthony United Kingdom“Excellent location. The hotel has real character and a very good Italian restaurant. The staff were friendly and helpful.”
- Michael
Netherlands“Amazing view, decently sized room. Everything you need.” - Mark United States“Very unique hotel that we enjoyed very much. Clean comfortable, quiet rooms. Both meals we had there were excellent. Great location.”
- Rita United States“Incredibly hospitable staff, beautiful room tastefully appointed, spotlessly clean, in a perfect location, with an exceptional restaurant. Tea things in the room were also ample and appreciated.”
Area info
Restaurants
- Rugantino
- CuisineItalian
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
If you plan to arrive later than 22:00, please contact reception using the contact details provided on your booking confirmation.
Please note all rooms are on the first and second floor up stairs with no elevator access. Assistance can be provided with luggage.
Please note there is no on-site parking, but there is a range of parking options nearby.
