The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant
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The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant
20 Sadler St, Wells, Somerset BA5 2SE, United Kingdom
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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Ideal location
Lots to do
Pets welcomeAmenities
Golf Course
Public parking
Luggage Storage
Bar
Restaurant
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
Front Desk with Limited Hours
Express Check-In and Check-Out
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Property Description
A stay at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel places you in the heart of Wells, steps from Wells & Mendip Museum and Wells Cathedral. This guesthouse is 11 mi (17.7 km) from Cheddar Gorge and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Wells Bishop's Palace.
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8.6/10
Cleanliness8.6
Amenities8.6
Location8.6
Service8.6
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Surroundings
Airport: Bristol Airport
(27.5 km)
Train: Castle Cary Railway Station
(19.8 km)
Train: Bruton
(21.3 km)
Landmarks: Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios
(<100m)
Landmarks: Wells Conservative Club
(<100m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
City Double Or Twin Room
2 single beds and 1 double bed
Free wired Internet
Non-smoking
TV
Electric fan
Towels
Wardrobe
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Superior Double Room
1 double bed
Free wired Internet
Non-smoking
Bathtub
TV
Electric fan
Towels
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Guest Room
1 queen bed
Free wired Internet
Non-smoking
TV
Electric fan
Towels
Desk
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Single Room With Single Bed
1 single bed
Free wired Internet
Non-smoking
TV
Electric fan
Towels
Wardrobe
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4
Guest Room
1 double bed
Free wired Internet
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
Landmark view
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Guest Reviews
8.6/10
Very Good
72 reviews
- Cleanliness8.6
- Amenities8.6
- Location8.6
- Service8.6
Average for similar properties in Wells
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Historic Setting & Ambiance: The hotel is housed in a 14th/15th-century building with unique architectural features, including medieval-style rooms, steep stairs, and a moated castle-like structure nearby, creating an immersive historic atmosphere.
PNjie1983
July 24, 2024
我非常喜歡這家酒店的周邊環境，完全是中世紀的風格，門口有一家修道院，可以參觀，非常壯觀。還有一個類似城堡的古建築，周邊有護城河，河裡有天鵝。房間需要爬樓梯上樓，樓梯很有趣。早餐是點餐制。非常好吃。有麪包香腸炒蛋。還有培根。還有布萊克布丁。車可以停在門口。我們是晚上9點到的，第2天10:00走的。這段時間沒有收費。我如果再去wells,還會選擇這家酒店。感謝店家的熱情款待！令人賓至如歸。
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Tony
August 27, 2025
Hotel facilities only open Monday left to our own devices Tuesday and Wednesday. No breakfast available.
Peter
August 23, 2025
Lovely old hotel in magical location
Excellent small historic hotel facing Weeks Cathedral. The view of the Cathedral from my bedroom was magical. Nice breakfast and very friendly staff
Catherine
July 15, 2025
Charming visit!
We loved our stay at the Ancient Gatehouse. It is just that, ancient and charming. The room was lovely and had a nice clean bathroom. We were fortunate to have a room that looked out over the green and had a view of the cathedral. There is no air conditioning. Very few places in the UK or Europe have AC, these are old buildings. There was a fan and large windows which suited us perfectly. The hotel has an excellent Italian restaurant where we ate dinner. We stayed only one night, but we will definitely return in the future.
Patrick
June 19, 2025
Friendly and welcoming - we enjoyed our visit to Wells itself very much indeed. It was our second visit to this hotel and we would certainly choose it again!
Gill
June 23, 2025
Wonderful location
Lovely room in an interesting building in the heart of Wells. Friendly staff.
Mark
May 12, 2025
Ancient building, lovely hosts, great restaurant
Ancient building, lovely hosts, excellent Italian restaurant. Room was clean and tidy in this 400 year old building. Breakfast room looks onto Cathedral green.
Sarah
April 14, 2025
Lovely stay with an excellent welcome from very attentive hotel and restaurant staff. Room and bathroom was a bit smaller than I expected, and could do with a bit more modernising, TV was very small and floors quite uneven and creaky. But that kind of added to the atmosphere of an ancient gatehouse. Next time I would request a room with a view of the cathedral as I think these must be more spacious.
Services & Amenities
Most popular amenities
Golf Course
Off-site
Public parking
Additional charge
Luggage Storage
Bar
Restaurant
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available Off-site parking. Reservation not possible
Public parking
Additional charge
Front desk services
Front Desk with Limited Hours
Express Check-In and Check-Out
VIP Check-In Service
Front Desk Safe
Luggage Storage
Languages spoken
English
Italian
Spanish
Romanian
Food & drink
Room Service
Bar
Health & wellness
Golf Course
Off-site
Public areas
No Smoking in Public Areas
Garden
Business services
Fax/Copying Service
Safety & security
Security Alarm
Smoke Detector
Fire Extinguisher
CCTV In Public Areas
First-Aid Kit
Security Personnel
First Aid Services
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 14:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Front desk hours: [Mon, Thurs-Sun]08:00–22:00
Self check-in: Contact the property for instructions on how to obtain the card/keys
Child policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
StyleA la carte
Opening hours [Mon - Fri] 07:30-09:30 Open
[Sat - Sun] 08:00-09:30 Open
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact property |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are allowed on requestAdditional charge
Fee: Contact the property for details
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 9
Phone:+44-1749672029
A stay at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel places you in the heart of Wells, steps from Wells & Mendip Museum and Wells Cathedral. This guesthouse is 11 mi (17.7 km) from Cheddar Gorge and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Wells Bishop's Palace.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Rugantino, a restaurant which specializes in Italian cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, multilingual staff, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.
Stay in one of 9 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and electric kettles.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Rugantino, a restaurant which specializes in Italian cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, multilingual staff, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.
Stay in one of 9 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and electric kettles.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, pets are welcome at The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant, but it is best to call ahead to confirm.Are pets allowed at The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant?
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The nearest airport is Bristol Airport, just about 36 mins from hotel by car (27.5 km) away.Which airport is closest to The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant?
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About This Property
| Nearest Airport | Bristol Intl. Airport |
|---|---|
| Distance to Airport | 27.47KM |
| Nearest Train Station | Castle Cary Railway Station |
| Distance to Train Station | 19.81KM |
| Average Price From | SAR505 |
| Hotel Star Rating | 3 |