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Francis Hotel Bath

4.0 star property
Travelers find themselves in the heart of Roman history at this city centre hotel, just steps from the ancient baths and modern thermal spa experiences

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Located centrally in Bath, the Francis Hotel offers an elegant garden, authentic French dining, reliable WiFi, a cozy lobby fireplace, and on-site car rentals. Guests praise the attentive staff and the prime location for exploring the city.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is HK$1,210
HK$1,452 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, free minibar, in-room safe

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
HDTV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, City View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
HDTV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, free minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
HDTV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ensuite

Egyptian cotton sheets, free minibar, in-room safe

Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
HDTV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located in Bath City Centre, a neighbourhood in Bath, Francis Hotel Bath is near a train station. Jane Austen Centre and No. 1 Royal Crescent are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Pulteney Bridge and Bath Abbey. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at The Recreation Ground. Kayaking offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Bath travel guide
Map
Queen Square, Bath, England, BA1 2HH

What's nearby

  • Bath_JaneAustenCentre_6079349_1
    Jane Austen Centre
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Roman Baths which includes a pool, heritage architecture and heritage elements
    Roman Baths
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bath Abbey featuring a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
    Bath Abbey
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Thermae Bath Spa which includes mist or fog, a pool and heritage architecture
    Thermae Bath Spa
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Christmas market-Bath, UK
    Bath Christmas Market
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Bath Spa Station
    11 min walk
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Raven
    1 min walk
  • The Bath Townhouse, Coppa Club
    2 min walk
  • WatchHouse
    3 min walk
  • Caffè Nero
    3 min walk
  • The Oven
    3 min walk

About this property

Francis Hotel Bath

Luxury upscale hotel near Jane Austen Centre
Located close to Roman Baths and Bath Abbey, Francis Hotel Bath provides a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Emberwood, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in reception and car hire on-site.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and free newspapers
  • Smoke-free property, coffee/tea in reception and outdoor furniture
  • A porter/bellboy, bike parking and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the central location, helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 98 individually decorated rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as free stocked minibars and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the overall comfort rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 21-inch HDTVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of Historic Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (GBP 21.80 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Emberwood

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (140 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1728
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 50
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 1.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 20.00 per person
  • Off site parking fee: GBP 21.80 per day (0.5 mi away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 50 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 1.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per stay
  • Service fee: 5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Francis Hotel Bath pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Francis Hotel Bath?

As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Francis Hotel Bath on 9 Mar 2026 start from HK$1,210, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Francis Hotel Bath?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 50 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Francis Hotel Bath?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 50 (subject to availability).

Where is Francis Hotel Bath located?

Located in Bath City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Jane Austen Centre, Pulteney Bridge and Roman Baths. Bath Abbey and Bath Christmas Market are also within 10 minutes. Bath Spa Station is 11 minutes by foot and Bath (QQX-Bath Spa Train Station) is 11 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Francis Hotel Bath Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 654 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location- walkable to dining, Roman baths, Jane Austen museum. I would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked at very short notice and so pleased we did. Excellent, welcoming staff. Spotless rooms with nice little touches
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

ALISON

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attentive and friendly staff Rooms spotless Comfortable bed Lovely bar Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Atmosphere was charming and comfortable, great location and wonderful service.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous and welcoming staff, excellent room. Couldn’t have been better
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great restaurant and bar, friendly staff, very central location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fantastic. Room was amazing, clean and spacious. Restaurant dinner was amazing. Only thing I would skip would be the breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was well laid out and of a good quality
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful concierge staff. Helped us get a taxi. Excellent breakfast buffet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thibaut

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room. Hotel is a lovely blend of vintage and modern. Amazing service across the hotel. Superb cocktails! Absolutely recommend for a lovely weekend in Bath.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location snd atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nerys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and helpful staff. Clean and beautifully decorated.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nellee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff have been wonderful. Room was beautiful. Would definitely return to this hotel if I am ever in Bath.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only complaint was some cooked breakfast items had run out on the Saturday but everything was available the following day. The Staff and Service was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, went the extra mile. Room was spotless and modern. Would happily sta again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a terrific stay. Everyone we interacted was friendly and helpful. The hotel itself looks great. The restaurant was very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was lovely. The location is excellent, the rooms are great and the staff are very helpful and friendly. We would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was really nice - we only booked a cosy room and I was not expected it to be as big. The bed was like sleeping on a cloud! Really nice hotel, excellent service - a free drink at the bar for all residents was a lovely touch. The hotel even smelled amazing!! Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely room. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room good Lack of coat hooks Staff great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Very good breakfast buffet. Interior looks a bit dated, but it was undergoing a renovation. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel. Mostly freshly refurbished. Great central location. Will stay again if in Bath.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and in good condition given the recent refurbishment. Staff were very attentive. We didn’t have a dinner booking at the hotel restaurant but they managed to find us a space. The restaurant food and drinks were excellent Would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful and pleasant natured. The room was clean, spacious and nicely decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the character & location. Service was great. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025