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Reviews of Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Sydney Rd, Bath, BA2 6NS, United Kingdom

#34 of 42 hotels in Bath

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Review Score

Based on 6476 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    7.3

  • Free WiFi

    7.4

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  • Reviewed: April 25, 2024

    7.0
    We stayed for 2 days and overall liked the place, the reception staff was a bit slow sometimes. The spa staff was lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The property is in desperate need of renovations, please change the windows they are terribly old and worn out. Also the bed and mattress were not hotel standard, half the mattress was sagging and softer than the other half.

    Very nice property with lots of nature, big drawing room and garden sitting area

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2024

    9.0
    Great location and would stay again for that reason
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    We had a fridge in the room which didn’t work. Struggled to get the heating to work adequately. (Coming from a warm climate we felt the cold) The entrance to the hotel was via a small flight of steps which were a little awkward with heavy suitcases. We didn’t eat in the hotel as we didn’t think the options offered value for money. Little extras like water and biscuits were not always replenished

    We were upgraded to a suite which was lovely. The hotel is ideally situated with a gentle stroll into Bath through the Sydney Gardens. (Uphill coming home but not too strenuous) fantastic view of Bath from our room and lots of space in the room. Spa and gym facilities were excellent and we made the most of the pool and outdoor heated spa. Free parking !

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2024

    8.0
    Average. Other than the spa, underwhelming.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This is not really a 5* property. We had a problem with an electric light fitting clicking all night and the lack of soundproofing from the adjoining room meant the next door TV was clearly audible. Breakfast was decidedly average.

    Spa facilities are excellent. Front of house and restaurant staff were great.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2024

    9.0
    Very good 3 days haliday!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Dated bathroom.

    Staff, location and food.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 23, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room service turned up cold and very overpriced for the items, compared with ordering in the restaurant.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2024

    8.0
    Very nice indeed . Fell short of my expectations
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A 5* spa resort it is not . It’s a very nice hotel with a pool and spa facilities. If you’re looking for the “5* spa experience” then in my opinion this falls short of that . No beer on tap ? What’s that all about . The bar felt a bit makeshift knocked up in a nicely decorated room .

    Liked the hotel and grounds , left the hotel feeling relaxed and rested , location was good but uphill from the town , this should be considered if walking back . A taxi was £7 . Electric scooters for 2 was similar price .

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2024

    8.0
    Luxury hotel city break with pool, short distance from centre.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Courtyard Double
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Reception was not good. We had to wait till half 3( I think) then everyone was there at the same time, so the queue was long. A staggered or self service reception would help. Staff therefore had to be quick, and had less time for individuals. We used the swimming pool, which was good, clean, warm: it is used by local people so there were quite a few children at teatime, and there were no beds around the pool, as every bed had a towel on it: there were more towels on beds than folk in the pool.

    The room was large, well appointed, quiet, well furnished. All the breakfast staff were very welcoming, happy to help in any way. Breakfast was good.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2024

    9.0
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The spa area need a renovation

    Lovely hotel room, nice and clean staff were great too.

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2024

    8.0
    A very pleasant stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The dining area looked a bit dated and the menu was a bit restricted

    The hotel was in a good location and we were able to park at the hotel very easily another plus point we had a lovely walk through hotel gardens to the centre of bath The staff at reception were very helpful indeed

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2024

    7.0
    Amazing stay, great location, amazing facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff can be rather rude

    The location is amazing Hotel is so beautiful Facilities are great Loads of parking

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2024

    9.0
    Restful and relaxing few days away
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Courtyard Double
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location and facilities, and the staff were great. We have stayed here a number of times.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    7.0
    Good stay .. improve breakfast then it’s a winner
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast- not sure why avocado on toast needs a £6 supplement…

    Great location. Free parking. Beautiful grounds Nice outdoor pool and spa facilities include in price (not the treatment obviously ) Very good room. Great reception staff — the French lady on checking in was fab. Also the younger lady at checkout — the ex - Londoner … she was lovely

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2024

    9.0
    I enjoyed it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Some problem with hot water

    Nice garden and interior design

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2024

    7.0
    Enjoyed the stay but there was a considerable lack of staff in the bar/lounge areas and not enough at bfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Uneven paths

    Location

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2024

    8.0
    Very comfortable and relaxing in beautiful surroundings and convenient to the centre.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The dinner menu was limited in choice.

    Hotel was clean, well maintained, staff were friendly and helpful and the location was quiet and convenient to the city centre. Hotel grounds were well tended and parking was good with more than enough spaces.

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    9.0
    Amazing hotel, staff, food, spa and treatments!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The e mail offering an upgrade before the visit for dinner was no upgrade at all. Confusing Wording makes out a £30 meal in the restaurant on dinner, no it’s if you pay £30 then £30 is taken off your bill! So completely pointless and not a good deal!

    The location was amazing, just a short walk to get into Bath city centre but also fair completely away from the city. Lovely staff. Amazing spa and treatments

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    9.0
    Great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Limited dinner menu for hotel restaurant so we chose to eat out instead

    Clean, comfortable, staff very helpful and a good location

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    That the spa shut at 9pm and the main pool was too cold for my tastes.

    Brilliant spa break, staff were lovely and helpful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 16, 2024

    7.0
    I recommend a stay, but skip breakfast if you’re in a rush.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The wait to be seated and order your food is excruciatingly long. Food was good and staff were polite.

    A fantastic location that’s is well placed.

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2024

    9.0
    Free onsite carking, open access to spa/saunas facilities, meal options and friendly/helpful staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/a

    Open access to the Spa, sauna and gym In a city where car parking can be a premium, having a free car parking area was also a plus. Option for meals were also great!

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2024

    7.0
    Pleasant but expensive.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast and dinner. Very overpriced.

    The room and bathroom facility and the outdoor hydro pool.

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2024

    8.0
    Overall we had a lovely experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had trouble locating the hotel as the road had been closed off yet no instructions were sent by the hotel. After attempting to find it, we called the hotel who directed us but as they knew the road was closed an email with an alternate route would have been helpful

    The grounds were beautiful, the room spacious and bed was super comfortable

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    8.0
    Enjoyed it. Lovely hotel in a beautiful city.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Check in times could be better managed.

    Lovely spa with experienced staff.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: April 14, 2024

    7.0
    Good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the main restaurant/breakfast area needs to be renovated. The breakfast itself was not good and one of the ladies did not have strong customer service skills. It did not feel like a 5 star experience although it was good value for money.

    Loved the outdoor heated pool. Really enjoyed the massage and facial. There are really nice areas downstairs to have a drink. Most of the staff were excellent.

    Stayed in February 2024

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