20 Sadler St, Wells, BA5 2SE, United Kingdom
#14 of 15 B&Bs and Inns in Wells
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1059 hotel reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.6
Facilities
7.9
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 21 September 2023
Jennifer
United KingdomIt would have helped to have a small shelf in the shower to put shampoo etc on rather than on the floor.
The bedroom the bed was very comfortable and enormous!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 19 September 2023
Gilson
United KingdomNothing
Very friendly staff, amazing building. Central location. Amazing view of the cathedral. Quiet
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 15 September 2023
Peter
United KingdomNothing to dislike as long as you can enjoy ancient and the minor inconvenience that this can bring.(eg. The stairs were steep and narrow to the top floor - travel light).
The view from my room. The general quirkyness. The Sunday morning peel of bells from the cathedral. The quality of the breakfast.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 14 September 2023
Corinne
United KingdomThe location and quirkiness of the place
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 14 September 2023
Paulmoiradean
United KingdomThe room overlooked the street and was a little noisy, particularly as the weather was unusually hot, so we had the window open all the time.
Historic building in the heart of Wells with views over the Cathedral Close and the Cathedral itself. Well equipped and comfortable room up some quite narrow stairs.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 September 2023
Kevin
United KingdomFirst-class breakfast in every way for £15.00 each.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 31 August 2023
Karla
CanadaThe carpet was a bit worn, could use a bit of a refresh.
The location was perfect. Clean.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 29 August 2023
Wendy
United KingdomThat getting to our room involved climbing some steep circular stone steps and the bathroom was not en suite but down a couple of those stone steps. Difficult to negotiate especially at night. We hadn’t been told about this. No assistance with our luggage. Rude staff, didn’t ask if they could help in any way and greeted abruptly and on leaving, wasn’t asked if we enjoyed our stay. Although we were given parking instructions, they were inaccurate and difficult to follow.
it’s location
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 28 August 2023
Jacqueline
United KingdomSpiral stars were a bit scary
Great location
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 27 August 2023
Sally
United KingdomNothing really. Thanks to the hotel for being clear that some of the rooms are up some very steep stairs which could be problematic of people with reduced mobility, so people can request a room on the first floor. But I intend to come back and ask for a top floor room while I can still clime the stairs.
I loved this ancient and building. Atmospheric and peaceful with a beautiful view of the Cathedral. The Vegetarian breakfast was delicious ( thanks Evelyn) A little sanctuary very close to the centre of Britain's smallest city.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 26 August 2023
Sarah
United KingdomThere was some traffic noise, but just ask for a cathedral view room.
The hotel was in a fantastic location, the staff were very helpful and friendly and the breakfast hot and delicious. We also had a lovely meal in the restaurant
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 25 August 2023
Jane
United KingdomGuests came down in the morning (some for breakfast) and there were no staff! Went to a nearby hotel for breakfast and were speedily refunded for that on return.
Lovely room, comfortable bed and a wonderful view of the cathedral. Quaint building with some steep stairs.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 23 August 2023
Viv
United KingdomExcellent location Friendly staff
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 23 August 2023
Gordon
United KingdomUnbeatable location with views to the cathedral Very good restaurant too
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 17 August 2023
Hazel
United KingdomI am always disappointed when the option of a light breakfast is not available. I never eat cooked breakfast, so am not prepared to pay for one.
The view from the bedroom was stunning and the room itself was comfortable. The bathroom was a good size, although the shower proved small. I appreciated the good ventilation on what turned out to be a warm weekend.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 15 August 2023
Kevin
United KingdomNothing
Access to town and cathedral
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 15 August 2023
Peter
United KingdomThe stairs
Location
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 14 August 2023
Stephen
United KingdomNo shower in room
Breakfast was ok
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 12 August 2023
Helen
United KingdomThere were a few small details... No lamp on one side of the bed, no shelf in the shower... Small details but this wasn't cheap for a room only so it would have been nice to have those in place. Our main issue was the wooden canopy over the bed which had protruding knobs that we kept banging our heads on.
Great location, lovely old building and the prior information about parking options was helpful. Comfy bed and good hot shower.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 10 August 2023
Howland
United KingdomThe bed was terribly uncomfortable. The mattress was uneven and lumpy. It was like sleeping on an old oversized sofa.
Really lovely place. Quaint and characterful. Clean and welcoming. And fabulous location for the Cathedral.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 9 August 2023
Katharina
SwitzerlandBeautifully located and very charming.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 7 August 2023
Barry
United KingdomRoom not spotless, Meal booking hadn’t been confirmed although emailed
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 7 August 2023
Christine
United KingdomMaybe a breakfast menu to chose a small breakfast e.g. just egg on toast? The bedroom was a tight squeeze, couldn't access the wardrobe fully. TV had to be turned off at the socket and couldn't reach the socket for one of the lamps behind the bed head. Would have liked some information on the history of the building.
The location and view of the cathedral. The age and quirkiness of the building.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 6 August 2023
Elizabeth
United KingdomThe pillows were not at all comfortable and affected our sleep.
Amazing location. Friendly staff. Delicious breakfast!! And great building and bedroom with traditional features.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 5 August 2023
Elizabeth
New ZealandBeing a rather “ancient” hotel, it has the challenges of narrow winding stairs, no lift, creaky floors and lack of internet.
Set on the beautiful Cathedral Green, it was the perfect base for exploring Wells. Right in the village and attractions accessible by foot which is great.
Stayed in August 2023
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