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About the Hotel

20 Sadler St, Wells, United Kingdom, BA5 2FE
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Next to Wells Cathedral
Great
8.7
9.1
/10
3.7
4.2
/5

The 3-star The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant Hotel Wells, situated within 5 minutes' walk of the Anglican Wells Cathedral, entices guests with a summer terrace and a golf course. Featuring a storage for belongings and a restaurant, this Wells hotel is a short way from Church Of St Thomas.

Location

Enjoying a stunning location in a historic area, the hotel is 350 m from the planned Vicar's Close Street. Wells Golf Club in Wells is approximately 25 minutes' walk from The Gatehouse.

There is the World famous Wookey Hole Caves 2.4 km away, while Wells bus station is just around the corner from the property.

For those travelling from afar, Bristol airport is 30 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

Some of the 8 air-conditioned rooms are equipped with individual climate control, central heating, and ironing equipment, as well as entertainment amenities such as high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests can also use a separate toilet and a shower, along with such amenities as a hairdryer and bath sheets. Self-catering facilities in an apartment include a kitchen with a microwave oven, an electric kettle, and a washing machine.

Eat & Drink

Best Western Swan Hotel offers a selection of dishes just steps from The Gatehouse Wells.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit Wells Cathedral to admire its stunning architecture.
  • Try locally sourced cider at The Bishop's Palace gardens.
  • Explore the charming streets of Wells Market Place on Wednesdays.
  • Discover the beauty of the Vicars' Close, the oldest residential street.
  • Savor a traditional cream tea at The Wells Deli.
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The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Classic Double or Twin Room
2 persons
140 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Superior Double Room Cathedral View
2 persons
155 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Heating
Bathtub
Classic Single Room Cathedral View
2 persons
110 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Double Room Four-Poster Bed
2 persons
90 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.2/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant Hotel Location

20 Sadler St, Wells, United Kingdom, BA5 2FE
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20 Sadler St, Wells, United Kingdom, BA5 2FE
Nearby
Church
Wells Cathedral
900 ft
Wells BA5 2PD
The Bishop's Palace and Gardens
1700 ft
Museum
Wells and Mendip Museum
600 ft
Vicar's Close Street
Vicar's Close
1200 ft
Gallery
A2 Gallery
1100 ft
Wells Market Place
600 ft
Church
St Cuthbert's parish Church
1600 ft
Library
Wells
800 ft
St Andrew St s/n Wells BA5 2UE
Scissor Arches
100 ft
Wells BA5 1US
The Bishop's Barn
1700 ft
Cathedral Green s/n Wells BA5 2UE
West Front
500 ft
1 Cathedral Green
Wells Cathedral Music School
700 ft
1 Vicar's Cl
Vicar's Chapel & Library
1200 ft
Park
Wells Recreation Ground
1600 ft
Restaurants
Great Shakes
400 ft
10 Heritage Courtyard Sadler Street
West Cornwall Pasty Company Wells
500 ft
1A Sadler Street Market Place
Parsons Bakery
500 ft
2 High Street
Costa Coffee
700 ft
16 High Street
Waitrose
900 ft
Whiting Way
Daniels Sandwich Bar and Cafe
1400 ft
5 Queen Street
Just Ales
1600 ft
38 Market Street
The Quarter Jack
2000 ft
18 Priory Road
Ram's Kebab
2000 ft
Princes Road
Getting around
City Centre
Wells3 min  ·  700 ft
Airports
Bristol Airport (BRS)47 min  ·  19.1 mi
Exeter International Airport (EXT)142 min  ·  58.6 mi
Bus
Bus stop14 min  ·  5.5 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Paid Public parking is possible at a location nearby.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
All visitors are offered a american breakfast for a fee. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian, Romanian
Number of rooms:
8

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 520 verified reviews
8.6/10
Great
91%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.9/10
Comfort
8.7/10
Facilities
8.2/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.6/10
Location
9.7/10
Paid Wi-Fi
9.0/10
Staff
9.4/10
Value for money
8.4/10
Guest reviews
based on 285 reviews
3.5/5
based on 1024 reviews
8.7/10
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