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The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel

Property class: 3

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You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a restaurant at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 408
AED 489 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sep - 18 Sep

Room options

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Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

City Double or Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a headboard, pillows, and a blanket.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Wells, The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel is connected to a shopping center. Wells & Mendip Museum and Lake Village Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Wells Bishop's Palace and Vicar's Close. Wells Leisure Centre and Glastonbury Festival Site are also worth visiting. Visit our Wells travel guide
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Map
20 Sadler Street, Wells, England, BA5 2SE

What's nearby

  • A large Gothic cathedral with twin towers and intricate stonework.
    Wells Cathedral
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A sunset over a valley with a lake and a city in the distance.
    Mendip Hills
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Vicar's Close
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wells Bishop's Palace
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Milton Lodge Gardens
    18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Frome Station
    27 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Costa Coffee
    11 min drive
  • The George Inn
    6 min drive
  • Shepton Brasserie
    11 min drive
  • Subway
    11 min drive
  • Fountain Inn
    4 min walk

About this property

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel

  • Guesthouse connected to a shopping center
  • A terrace, a garden, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and a front-desk safe
    • Smoke-free premises and multilingual staff
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and portable fans
    • Free toiletries and hair dryers
    • 18-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Rugantino

Family friendly

  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1473
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 18-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 24
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Thursday - Monday (8:00 AM - 10:00 PM) and Tuesday - Wednesday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 15.00 for children
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 24 (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel?

As of 18 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel on 17 September 2026 start from AED 408, 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.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 24 (subject to availability).

Where is The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Wells, this guesthouse is steps from Wells & Mendip Museum and Wells Cathedral. Vicar's Close and Ebbor Gorge are also within 5 minutes.

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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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