Hotels in Bath

The Gainsborough Bath Spa

Bath City Centre · Bath

The Gainsborough Bath Spa 1

Axel’s take

A strong luxury city break, provided the restricted thermal-spa hours suit you.

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Axel’s rating: 8.7/10 · a historic five-star spa hotel in central Bath

The Gainsborough is a historic five-star hotel whose strongest selling points genuinely deliver: a central Bath address and a spa fed by natural thermal waters. We'd choose it for a couples' city break combining sightseeing with a proper soak. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, comfortable rooms and high standards of cleanliness. The thermal pools, saunas and steam room give it a compelling reason to book beyond the postcode.

The catch is access: standard complimentary bathing runs only from 8–10am and 7–9pm; daytime access costs extra. That's restrictive for a luxury spa hotel, especially if you picture afternoons drifting between room and pool. Several guests also mention late housekeeping, and parking is limited and charged. We'd skip it for an unrestricted spa retreat or a family swimming break: Spa Village admits only guests aged 16 and over.

Rooms
Comfortable, traditionally styled rooms with climate control; some room categories are unsuitable for mobility needs.
Cleanliness
A consistent strength across guest ratings and recent reviews, including the spa.
Service
Warm, helpful staff earn repeated praise, though several guests report late room cleaning.
Amenities
Three indoor thermal baths, saunas, steam room and treatments; Spa Village is for ages 16 and over.
Fees and surprises
Daytime Bath House access costs extra under standard arrangements; limited private parking is charged and requires advance booking.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.

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The location

Beau Street, Bath

Central and walkable for the Roman Baths; Bath Spa station is around 5–10 minutes away on foot.

Amenities and check-in

Three indoor thermal baths, saunas, steam room and treatments; Spa Village is for ages 16 and over.

Check-in

after 4:00 PM

Check-out

before 11:00 AM

  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Fitness center
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The Gainsborough Bath Spa — Bath, United Kingdom

The Gainsborough Bath Spa is a historic five-star spa hotel in central Bath in Bath, United Kingdom.

Address: Beau Street, Bath. Property ID: 1241530.

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/bath/the-gainsborough-bath-spa-1241530

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Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.

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Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights$1,344$1,507 on Booking.com$163 less (11%)Nov 3Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms

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Total price: $770 USD

2026-11-16 to 2026-11-19 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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November 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-11-04$252 for 1 night · 2 nights $532 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-05$280 for 1 night · 2 nights $663 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-06$383 for 1 night · 2 nights $967 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-07$584 for 1 night · 2 nights $868 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-08$284 for 1 night · 2 nights $558 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-09$274 for 1 night · 2 nights $507 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-10$233 for 1 night · 2 nights $602 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-11$369 for 1 night · 2 nights $626 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-12$257 for 1 night · 2 nights $658 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-13$401 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,126 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-14$725 for 1 night · 2 nights $992 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-15$267 for 1 night · 2 nights $521 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-16$254 for 1 night · 2 nights $508 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-17$254 for 1 night · 2 nights $516 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-18$262 for 1 night · 2 nights $554 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-19$292 for 1 night · 2 nights $923 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-20$631 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,265 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-21$634 for 1 night · 2 nights $880 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-22$246 for 1 night · 2 nights $510 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-23$264 for 1 night · 2 nights $564 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-24$300 for 1 night · 2 nights $611 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-25$311 for 1 night · 2 nights $750 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-26$439 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,108 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-27$669 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,491 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-28$822 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,191 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-29$369 for 1 night · 2 nights $750 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-30$381 for 1 night · 2 nights $724 · up to 14 nights priced

December 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-12-01$343 for 1 night · 2 nights $655 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-02$312 for 1 night · 2 nights $870 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-03$558 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,198 · up to 14 nights priced

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Axel's take: 8.7/10

A strong luxury city break, provided the restricted thermal-spa hours suit you. a historic five-star spa hotel in central Bath, scored for what it is.

The Gainsborough is a historic five-star hotel whose strongest selling points genuinely deliver: a central Bath address and a spa fed by natural thermal waters. We'd choose it for a couples' city break combining sightseeing with a proper soak. Recent Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise helpful staff, comfortable rooms and high standards of cleanliness. The thermal pools, saunas and steam room give it a compelling reason to book beyond the postcode.

The catch is access: standard complimentary bathing runs only from 8–10am and 7–9pm; daytime access costs extra. That's restrictive for a luxury spa hotel, especially if you picture afternoons drifting between room and pool. Several guests also mention late housekeeping, and parking is limited and charged. We'd skip it for an unrestricted spa retreat or a family swimming break: Spa Village admits only guests aged 16 and over.

  • Best for: couples combining sightseeing and spa time; car-free luxury weekends; natural thermal-water enthusiasts

  • Watch out for: restricted complimentary spa hours; no spa access for under-16s; limited paid parking; reserve ahead

  • Location: Central and walkable for the Roman Baths; Bath Spa station is around 5–10 minutes away on foot.

  • Rooms: Comfortable, traditionally styled rooms with climate control; some room categories are unsuitable for mobility needs.

  • Cleanliness: A consistent strength across guest ratings and recent reviews, including the spa.

  • Service: Warm, helpful staff earn repeated praise, though several guests report late room cleaning.

  • Amenities: Three indoor thermal baths, saunas, steam room and treatments; Spa Village is for ages 16 and over.

  • Fees and surprises: Daytime Bath House access costs extra under standard arrangements; limited private parking is charged and requires advance booking.

Axel's opinion of The Gainsborough Bath Spa, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.

About The Gainsborough Bath Spa

  • Property type: Resort
  • 5-star hotel
  • Small Luxury Hotels of the World
  • Beau Street, Bath
  • Amenities: Indoor pool, Hot tub, Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Fitness center, Sauna, Spa, Self parking (extra charge), Airport shuttle (extra charge), Full-service laundry, Accessible, Wi-Fi (free), Meeting rooms
  • Check-in from: 16:00
  • Check-out by: 11:00
  • City page: Hotels in Bath

Room types

Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.

Source: ETG room descriptions.

Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom) (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Economy room

Economy Single room

Economy Triple room

Economy Double room (full double bed)

Standard room

Standard Duplex room

Standard room with courtyard view

Standard room with view

2 Bedrooms Standard room

Standard Single room

Standard Triple room

Standard Triple room with sea view

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Quadruple room with sea view

Standard Quintuple room

Standard Family room

Standard Single room (single bed)

Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Double room with courtyard view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with garden view (full double bed)

2 Bedrooms Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Twin room (twin beds)

Standard Triple room

Standard Quadruple room

2 Bedrooms Standard Quadruple room

Standard room (sofa)

Comfort room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Comfort Triple room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Business room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Business Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Business Twin room (twin beds)

  • Beds: twin beds
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Superior room

Superior Family room

Superior Double room (full double bed)

Superior Twin room (twin beds)

Deluxe room

Deluxe room with city view

Deluxe Single room

Deluxe Triple room

Deluxe Family room

Deluxe Single room (single bed)

Deluxe Double room (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with city view (full double bed)

Deluxe Twin room (twin beds)

Deluxe Twin room with city view (twin beds)

Deluxe Twin room with garden view (twin beds)

Deluxe Triple room

Deluxe Quadruple room

1 Bedroom Deluxe Quadruple room

Executive room

Executive room with city view

Executive Single room

Executive Single room (single bed)

Executive Double room (full double bed)

Executive Double room with city view (full double bed)

Executive Double room with partial sea view (full double bed)

Executive Twin room (twin beds)

Executive Twin room with city view (twin beds)

Executive Triple room

Executive Quadruple room

Classic room

Classic Single room

Classic Single room (single bed)

Classic Double room (full double bed)

Classic Twin room (twin beds)

Classic Triple room

Classic Quadruple room

1 Bedroom Classic Quadruple room

Luxury room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Luxury Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Royal room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Royal Twin room (twin beds)

  • Beds: twin beds
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Junior Suite

Junior Suite with city view

Junior Suite with pool view

Single Junior Suite

Single Junior Suite (single bed)

Double Junior Suite (full double bed)

Double Junior Suite with city view (full double bed)

Twin Junior Suite (twin beds)

Triple Junior Suite

Quadruple Junior Suite

Standard Junior Suite

Grand Junior Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Suite

Duplex Suite

Suite with city view

2 Bedrooms Suite

2 Bedrooms Duplex Suite

Single Suite

2 Bedrooms Single Suite

Triple Suite

2 Bedrooms Triple Suite

Quadruple Suite

2 Bedrooms Quadruple Suite

Single Suite (single bed)

Double Suite (full double bed)

Double Suite with city view (full double bed)

2 Bedrooms Double Suite (full double bed)

2 Bedrooms Double Duplex Suite (full double bed)

Twin Suite (twin beds)

2 Bedrooms Twin Suite (twin beds)

Quadruple Suite

Quadruple Duplex Suite

2 Bedrooms Quadruple Suite

2 Bedrooms Quadruple Duplex Suite

2 Bedrooms Sextuple Suite

Suite (sofa)

2 Bedrooms Suite (sofa)

Quadruple Suite (sofa)

Standard Suite

2 Bedrooms Standard Suite

2 Bedrooms Standard Quadruple Suite

Standard Double Suite (full double bed)

2 Bedrooms Standard Double Suite (full double bed)

Grand Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Grand Double Suite (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Apartment

2 Bedrooms Apartment

3 Bedrooms Apartment

Studio

Double Studio (full double bed)

Standard Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Standard Double Studio (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Villa

Cottage

3 Bedrooms Cottage

Single Cottage

Quadruple Cottage

Double Cottage (full double bed)

Twin Cottage (twin beds)

Triple Cottage

Quadruple Cottage

Quintuple Cottage

Standard Cottage

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Standard Double Cottage (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Cottage

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Cottage with balcony

  • Room features: Balcony
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Quadruple Cottage

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Quintuple Cottage

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Luxury Cottage

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Bungalow

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