Francis Hotel Bath

4.0 star property
Eco-certified Bath hotel in Bath City Centre with bars
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October 2024
November 2024

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2 bars/lounges
Point of interest
Exterior
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, City View
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Queen Square, Bath, England, BA1 2HH
  • Jane Austen Centre
    2 min walk
  • Theatre Royal Bath
    2 min walk
  • Royal Victoria Park
    3 min walk
  • Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    51 min drive

Room options

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite, City View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
HDTV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Family Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ensuite, No View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
HDTV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, City View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free minibar items
HDTV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Bath

Francis Hotel Bath puts you in the heart of Bath, steps from Jane Austen Centre and within a 10-minute stroll of Pulteney Bridge. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include 2 bars/lounges and a restaurant. .The restaurant, Boho Marché, serves French cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Business travelers can take advantage of 2 meeting rooms and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is available. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of car rentals on site. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Bath City Centre hotel include Roman Baths and Bath Abbey.

What's nearby

  • Roman Baths - 5 min walk
  • Bath Abbey - 6 min walk
  • Thermae Bath Spa - 6 min walk
  • Bath Christmas Market - 6 min walk
  • Royal Crescent - 8 min walk

Getting around

  • Bath Spa Station - 11 min walk
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 51 min drive

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

Eco-certified Bath hotel in Bath City Centre with bars
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Business amenities include a business centre and 2 meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the eco-certified Francis Hotel Bath.

This 4-star Bath hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 98 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1728
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Francis Hotel Bath offers 98 accommodations with free minibar items and a safe. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. 21-inch plasma televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a rainfall showerhead, dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Bath hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
The property is a member of Historic Hotels of the World.

Languages

English, French

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 for a fee: GBP 20 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Boho Marché

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

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

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 business centre
  • 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
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch HDTV with digital channels

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 1.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, Barclaycard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • One child aged 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Francis Hotel Bath?

Francis Hotel Bath offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 28 Sept 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Francis Hotel Bath on 13 Oct 2024 start from AU$209.25, including 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.

Is there a spa on site at Francis Hotel Bath?

No, there is no spa at this property. Thermae Bath Spa is a short 6-minute walk away.

What makes Francis Hotel Bath a romantic place to stay?

A bar and 24-hour room service, as well as rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Francis Hotel Bath.

Is Francis Hotel Bath family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Francis Hotel Bath is a hit with families.

Does Francis Hotel Bath serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Francis Hotel Bath?

No, Francis Hotel Bath does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Francis Hotel Bath?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Francis Hotel Bath's onsite restaurant that serves French cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Francis Hotel Bath?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Francis Hotel Bath?

Dogs are welcome at Francis Hotel Bath, with food and water bowls on offer.

Francis Hotel Bath Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 603 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1002 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maralyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annmarie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Francis was being renovated but this did not affect us and we had a wonderful stay. The staff were really friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All round excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked how close to the sites it is. Very convenient. Service and the room were adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay in bath
We only had one night in bath but this hotel is the perfect walkable location to all the sites and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed here for a second time and it was just as good as the first time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Kerry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely helpful staff, very clean room. Was perfect location for visiting Bath. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
a 5 Star experience
A beautiful hotel with a 5 star hotel experience. The restaurant was amazing! Our room was spacious and very clean. The location to the city center of Bath was perfect. We were very happy with this hotel choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

de stefano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Rob

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice updated room in a lovely old hotel. Close to lots in Bath
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What was outstanding was the food. Wow! What a meal. Should get a Michelin star for our meal.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Caitlin

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent location for browsing the centre of Bath. Plenty of long stay parking nearby and lots of options for eating out and shopping just minutes walk away. Friendly staff and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Wayne

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Find another hotel
Not a clean room. Overpriced and dirty. Disappointing. Will not stay again.
Dirty doors. No idea what drips had dried.
The chairs on the chairs.
Broken glass - lightbulbs. Generally dusty light.
Bird poo on the windows.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Subha

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024