Places we love in Bath
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Description The Abbey Hotel is a boutique, independently owned 62-bedroom hotel in the heart of Bath. -
The Boathouse
Bath
Description With landscaped gardens and picturesque views over the River Avon, this pub offers individually designed guest accommodation. Parking is free on site, and there is free Wi-Fi throughout the building. -
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Description Set in 3 acres of lawns with riverside walks, Waterhouse is a Georgian Country House 3 miles from Bath. -
Dorian House 5 stars
Bath
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Description Dating back to 1880, this fine Victorian mansion is set 10 minutes’ stroll from the centre of Bath. It offers luxurious rooms with views over the Royal Crescent or the well-tended gardens. -
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Description Holiday Inn Express Bath is a 10-minute walk from the magnificent Roman centre of Bath, a World Heritage city. Free WiFi is available throughout. -
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Description Hilton Bath City is a property featuring a 60's design, situated in Bath’s city centre. Guests can enjoy views of the city, River Avon and the countryside beyond.
Roman Remains and Georgian Grandeur
Wonderful, World Heritage-listed Bath is an impressive mix of Georgian architecture and Roman legacy. Its most famous landmark is the fantastic, natural hot spring Roman Baths. Although everything above the pillar bases is from a later period, you still get an idea of its appearance in Roman times. Sadly you can’t bathe here, but across the street the rooftop pool at Thermae Bath Spa offers views of Bath Abbey and the surrounding hills.
Check out the stained-glass windows in the abbey, England’s last remaining Gothic church. Its square houses Pump Rooms dispensing hot spring water from the Roman baths.
Just behind, the Parade Gardens by the River Avon overlook Bath Rugby Club, the multi-levelled Pulteney Weir and Grade I-listed Pulteney Bridge, lined with shops. Other Bath shopping options are the Southgate Shopping Centre, the bohemian Walcot Street market, and high street stores on Milsom and George streets.
North is The Circus, a circular square lined with Georgian townhouses, only marginally less impressive than the Royal Crescent down the road. You can now visit number 1 Royal Crescent, restored to its 18th-century glory.
Before heading to Bristol Airport from your Bath accommodation, take time to try the famous Sally Lunn Bun and stop at the pleasant pubs along the Kennet and Avon Canal.
