Set in a stunning location on Wells Cathedral Green, facing the West Front, The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant is well positioned for discovering Somerset's historic beauty spots.
Just yards away from the ancient market place, the hotel reflects authentic period charm with its centuries-old spiral stone staircase and quaint little passages.
The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant boasts the excellent Rugantino Restaurant, specialising in authentic Italian cuisine, with a welcoming ambience.
Rooms have been refurbished to a very high standard and retain their original features and character. Some rooms have a four-poster bed.
Bristol, Bath and Longleat are close by.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
“Brilliant location with great view of cathedral from our room. An old and quirky but charming building. Staff very friendly and helpful. Great breakfast and fabulous Italian meal in restaurant the previous evening.”
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Emma
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“Location was great, staff were fabulous. Food was excellent”
Caro
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“The location was excellent and the staff were friendly and helpful. Both the breakfast and evening meal in the restaurant were excellent. As a Coeliac I had plenty of choice and everyone had a good awareness of my dietary needs. We look forward to...”
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Mike
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“Brilliant location - in the centre of the city
Historic building with great view and comfortable and clean accommodation
Great staff
Nice breakfast
Excellent communications”
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Martin
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“Quirky, old building. Amazing location and views. Friendly staff. Good restaurant downstairs. Great pub (White Hart) across the road.”
Tilley
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“Comfortable room in great location .
Good evening meal.”
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Mary
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“Fantastic location, building, room facilities, and very friendly, helpful staff..”
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Andreea
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“Stunning views and beautiful rooms, dinner in the restaurant was impeccable”
Louise
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“Very traditional, extremely friendly staff, fabulous food in the Italian restaurant lovely service. Hotel room basic & dated however clean & as expected for a property nearly 600 years old!”
Ashley
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“Staff were attentive, friendly, helpful and professional. We also had an evening meal which was excellent. We would definitely return for another stay as we were made to feel most welcome.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Rugantino
Cuisine
Italian
Open for
Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Ambiance
Traditional
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
If you plan to arrive later than 22:00, please contact reception using the contact details provided on your booking confirmation.
Please note all rooms are on the first and second floor up stairs with no lift access. Assistance can be provided with luggage.
Please note there is no on-site parking, but there is a range of parking options nearby.
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