The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel

Central Wells guesthouse with restaurant, connected to a shopping center

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel, a guesthouse connected to a shopping center, offers guests the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience. Unwind in the garden or on the terrace while staying connected with in-room WiFi; enjoy Italian cuisine at Rugantino restaurant and take advantage of helpful staff.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Parking available
Non-smoking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (8)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Room service
Terrace
Garden
Front-desk safe
Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

Children stay free
Separate bedroom
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Blackout drapes/curtains

$90 nightly

Nov 6 - Nov 7

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Tomorrow

Oct 15 - Oct 16

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Premium bedding

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

City Double or Twin Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

Portable fan

Premium bedding

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

20 Sadler Street, Wells, England, BA5 2SE

What's nearby

Wells Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Vicar's Close - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Wells Bishop's Palace - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Milton Lodge Gardens - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Wookey Hole Caves - 8 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 39 min drive
Frome Station - 27 min drive
Castle Cary Station - 27 min drive
Yatton Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Quarter Jack (Wetherspoon) - ‬7 min walk
‪The Good Earth - ‬5 min walk
‪Fosso Lounge - ‬3 min walk
‪The Crown at Wells - ‬2 min walk
‪Coffee #1 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel

Located near a train station, The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Wells. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Rugantino, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 9 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
- Contactless check-in available
- Express check-out available
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out available
- Late check-out subject to availability

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
- Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

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

Children

- Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

- Free offsite parking within 328 ft
- Street parking available

Other information

- Smoke-free property
- No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)

Services

Multilingual staff

Facilities

Built in 1473
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

18-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels

Home comfort

Heating
Portable fan
Electric kettle

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding

What to enjoy

Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Phone

Food and drink

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Rugantino - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 15.00 for children
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 24 (subject to availability)

Policies

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.

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche

Cashless transactions are available.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel 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 The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 24 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.