In the heart of Bath, Francis Hotel Bath offers a warm welcome with its elegant garden and charming French restaurant. Connect to WiFi, unwind by the lobby fireplace, or plan your day with car rentals on site. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests who rave about the central location.
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 51 min drive
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 113 min drive
Bath Spa Station - 11 min walk
Bath (QQX-Bath Spa Train Station) - 11 min walk
Oldfield Park Station - 18 min walk
Restaurants
The Raven - 1 min walk
Knoops - 3 min walk
The Oven - 3 min walk
Five Guys Bath - 2 min walk
Colonna & Small's - 3 min walk
About this property
Francis Hotel Bath
Francis Hotel Bath offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Thermae Bath Spa. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Emberwood, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This luxurious hotel also features a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and overall property condition.
Languages
English, French
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
98 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (11 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
24-hour offsite parking within 0.5 mi (GBP 21.80 per day)
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
24-hour room service
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's menu
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car rental
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1728
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Bicycle parking
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
Emberwood - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, 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.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 20.00 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 50 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 50 (subject to availability)
There is a service fee of 5 percent
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 1.0 per stay
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 25.0 per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per night
Parking
Parking is available offsite and costs GBP 21.80 per day (0.5 mi away; open 24 hours)
Policies
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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
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).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, Barclaycard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Francis Bath MGallery Collection
Francis Hotel
Francis Hotel Bath MGallery Sofitel
Francis Hotel MGallery Collection
Francis MGallery Collection
Hotel Francis
Accor Francis Bath
Francis Hotel MGallery Sofitel
Francis Hotel Bath
Francis Bath MGallery Sofitel
Francis MGallery Sofitel
Frequently asked questions
Does Francis Hotel Bath offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Francis Hotel Bath does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Francis Hotel Bath?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Francis Hotel Bath?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of GBP 50 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 50 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Francis Hotel Bath and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Francis Hotel Bath also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Francis Hotel Bath?
Yes, Emberwood offers British cuisine.
What's the area around Francis Hotel Bath like?
Francis Hotel Bath is in Bath City Centre, a short 6-minute walk from Thermae Bath Spa and 2 minutes' walk from Theatre Royal Bath. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.
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Francis Hotel Bath Reviews
Reviews
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Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, with a good selection of options and high-quality food. (19 reviews)
Parking facilities were convenient and available on site, with some reviewers even mentioning it as a bonus to their stay. (14 reviews)
The property's restaurant is a hidden gem, serving phenomenal meals and offering excellent service. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
A totally fantastic stay the hotel is in a great location, is in fantastic condition and the staff were all welcoming, friendly and helpful.
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2025
Will be back!!
We just adored our stay here. We had a lovely new room. Our room was lovely, and the breakfast tasty. Staff were so helpful. I’m smitten with Bath and will return to the Francis. You can not beat this location.
Denise
Denise, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
Bath Time
Nice and central in Bath comfortable room great bed staff super on to it and friendly
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Fabulous hotel
Part of the hotel was under renovation, so we had to do a detour out of the building to our room, however the staff walked us to the room and it was lovely.
Spacious, a radio was playing gently on arrival providing a great ambiance. Mini bar with soft drinks was complimentary.
Location was perfect also.
Claire
Claire, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Beautiful rooms, lovely service
Rachael
Rachael, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 26, 2025
High standard without elevator
We had a great stay at the Francis hotel in the city center. The standard of the hotel was fantastic, but no elevator made the return to the room 3rd floor a nightmare. Parts of the hotel were under construction but thatvdidn’t affect our stay.
Louise
Louise, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 20, 2025
Francis Hotel Bath is currently undergoing some refurbishment so unfortunately there was no lift to the third floor. The hotel warned us of the on-going work before our arrival which was very much appreciated. The staff made us feel very welcome and I very much appreciated the facilities provided in the bedroom. It was a very comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Leonora
Leonora, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2025
superb
It was my wife's 60th and not only did they give us a front bedroom as requested, but they upgraded us with a complimentary bottle of fizz. the reception was lovely and helpful. Thanks to all.
Mr
Mr, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2025
The Francis Hotel in Bath is beautiful and everyone made us feel welcomed. A highlight of my holiday, everything was perfect, and the staff were lovely. I would highly recommend the Francis Hotel in Bath!
Carol
Carol, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2025
Expensive for what it is but great location
Duncan
Duncan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Beautiful bulding, polite and helpful staff
Felicity
Felicity, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2025
Beautiful hotel! Bath in it's old style!
Very nice refurbished room with a spcecial touch.
Very nice coffee bar that I appreciate very much!
Manilla
Manilla, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2025
Good for quick stay but hotel bit dated. Tv in room not able to watch as on different wall to bed which was weird. Need to think about layout of room. Overall room comfortable
Hazel
Hazel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2025
Favourite place to stay in Bath
Building may be covered in scaffolding but the welcome/standards of this hotel are still top notch.
Ann
Ann, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2025
Wonderful
It was a little tricky getting to our room because of the on-going renovations.However, our room was comfortable and pretty. The breakfast was delicious and that room was lovely!
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2025
Great hotel
Beautiful hotel in perfect location for central Bath. We stayed in one of the new rooms which was fabulous. Everything was in the room that you might need including water in the fridge.
Bobbie
Bobbie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 30, 2025
Very nice hotel. Was undergoing renovations so not all facilities were available and our room was cut off from where the lift is, but otherwise a lovely hotel and excellent location. Staff very friendly and helpful. Would recommend.
Andrew
Andrew, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
Excellent spacious room, King bed, good towels. Small bathroom but nice. Provided breakfast room service each morning. Coffee bar included capsules, a French press, and fresh milk. Nice apple juice. Friendly, helpful staff. Even under construction high marks.
lauren
lauren, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 7, 2025
Everything and everyone was amazing! Very safe and clean. Lots of shopping, places to eat and tours within walking distance.
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2025
As advertised. Doorman was very helpful
Phat
Phat, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
Very nice place to stay.
Vicente
Vicente, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2025
Fantastic Stay at The Francis Hotel
We had a wonderful stay here at the Francis Hotel, all the staff were very friendly. Our room was gorgeous, we had lovely breakfastsand we cannot fault anything with our stay here. we will definitely be back.
Samantha
Samantha, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2025
Nice hotel in the centre of Bath
Another great stay at this hotel.
Great service, lovely rooms, central and reasonably priced.
I’d stay here again.