Bailbrook House is a country-house hotel on London Road West, a short drive from the centre of Bath, and it offers something that most city-centre hotels cannot: space, gardens and free parking. The core of the hotel is a historic mansion, with rooms in the Mansion House and a newer block alongside, so there is a choice between period character and a more contemporary style. It is a four-star hotel with 88 rooms, which makes it big enough for two restaurants, a bar, a gym and a garden, as well as a conference centre for meetings and business events. Rooms have free WiFi and air conditioning, and the hotel offers 24-hour room service, luggage storage, a concierge and laundry and dry cleaning. Children are welcome, with children’s meals on the menu, which makes it a useful base for families who want to combine a city break with grounds to run around in. The hotel holds a Green Tourism sustainability certification. Alice Park is six minutes away on foot, and the Kennet and Avon Canal towpath is about fourteen minutes away, which is lovely for a morning walk. The Roman Baths and Thermae Bath Spa are in the centre, a short taxi or bus ride away, so you can visit the sights by day and retreat to the quiet of the gardens in the evening.
Location and getting around
The hotel is outside the compact Georgian centre, so it suits visitors who have a car or who are happy to use taxis and buses. Sydney Gardens is about six minutes by car, and Oldfield Park station is around eight minutes. It is an easy drive to the Cotswold villages and the surrounding countryside, which makes it a good base for day trips.
The rooms
The Mansion House rooms are the choice for period charm, while the newer wing is more contemporary. If you want a traditional feel, ask for a Mansion House room when you book. Family rooms and connecting rooms can be requested.
Who it suits
Drivers, families, groups and travellers on a business trip who prefer parking and gardens to a central pavement. It is less suited to visitors who want to walk to the Abbey and the Roman Baths in five minutes.
Good to know
Parking is free, which saves a good deal in a city where car parks are expensive. Breakfast is charged separately on many rates, check-in is in the afternoon, check-out is at eleven, and only service animals are allowed. Free cancellation is offered on some rates. Check when you book for current prices and for what each rate includes.
Why stay here
- ✓Historic mansion and newer wing
- ✓88 rooms
- ✓Two restaurants
- ✓Bar
- ✓Gym
- ✓Gardens
- ✓24-hour room service
- ✓Free parking
Good questions
Does Bailbrook House have free parking?+
Yes, parking is free, which is a real advantage in Bath.
How far is Bailbrook House from the Roman Baths?+
It is a short drive or taxi ride from the centre rather than a walk, so it suits visitors who have a car or are happy to use taxis.
Is Bailbrook House good for families?+
Yes, it has gardens, two restaurants and children’s meals, and you can ask for family or connecting rooms.
