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Hotels in Wells, Somerset

Including 5 Historic Hotels


Wells Travel and Heritage Information
Wells Heritage Snapshot
The Bishop of Wells holds Wells. He himself held it in the time of King Edward. and it pad geld for 50 hides. There is land for 60 ploughs. Of these, 8 hides are in demesne and there are 6 ploughs, and 6 slaves and 20 villans, and 14 bordars with 15 ploughs. There are 4 mills rendering 30s, and 300 acres of meadow, pasture 3 leagues long and 1 league broad, woodland 2 leagues long and 2 furlongs broad, and 3 leagues of moor. It is worth £30 for the use of the bishop.

Domesday Book

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1 Ancient Gatehouse Hotel    HISTORIC PROPERTY
20 Sadler Street , Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 2SE

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The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel is probably one of the oldest and most interesting hotels in England. Its situationis unique - being in precincts of Wells Cathedral - facing the beautiful. The atmosphere of the hotel is unrivalled - a spiral stomne staircase, trodden down by centuries of feet; quaint little … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 2 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £70.00
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2 White Hart Hotel    HISTORIC PROPERTY
21 Sadler Street, Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 2RR

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Heritage Tags: Medieval (Time Period) - 15th century (Time Period)

A 15th Century Coaching Inn offering 15 en-suite bedrooms, conference facilities for up to 150, extensive brasserie menu and separate restaurant.Ample parking is available.Dating from the 15th Century the hotel occupies a very desirable position in the heart of the medieval City of Wells. Located at the entrance to the … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 2 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £70.00
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3 Best Western Swan Hotel    HISTORIC PROPERTY
Sadler Street, Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 2RX

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Heritage Tags: 15th century (Time Period)

- 15th Century Coaching Inn- Located opposite Wells Cathedral- 49 ensuite bedrooms- AA Rosetted Restaurant- Alfresco Dining during the Summer- 6 Conference Rooms available- Licensed for civil ceremonies more >>
Accommodation Rating: 3 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £82.00
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4 Beryl    HISTORIC PROPERTY
Hawkers Lane, Wells, Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 3JP

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Nestling in the Mendip Hills, just one mile from the centre of Wells and surrounded by 13 acres of parkland, Beryl offers elegant reception rooms and luxury guest accommdation. The epitome of country house living - a warm welcome is assured.A choice of outstanding restaurants and country pubs close by. more >>
Accommodation Rating: 4 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £85.00
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5 Glencot House    HISTORIC PROPERTY
Glencot Lane, Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 1BH

Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating ?
Heritage Tags: Roman (Time Period)

A grand Jacobean style mansion hotel, Millers at Glencot House features 15 individually designed bedrooms, filled with exotic antiques and ancient curiosities; Millers successfully combines vintage luxury with relaxed intimacy.The aptly named Riverview Restaurant overlooks the gorgeous River Axe as it meanders through the extensive gardens and is the perfect … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 3 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £100.00
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Wookey Hole Caves, Wookey Hole, Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 1BB

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Ideally placed in the heart of Somerset the Wookey Hole Hotel can boast luxury accommodation in picturesque surroundings. Wookey Hole is 2 miles from the medieval city of Wells and 20 miles from Bath and Bristol. Whether you're thinking of a family break a romantic night away a group stay … more >>
Accommodation Rating: Not rated

Stay at this Hotel from: £35.00
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Coxley, Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 1RQ

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Welcome to Coxley Vineyard Hotel. a quiet, relaxing and tranquil setting for both business and tourist person to enjoy their stay, in the lovely location of Somerset, in the West Country of England. more >>
Accommodation Rating: 2 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £60.00
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NEAREST ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATION

Name Location Accommodation From (£) Heritage Distance
Coxley Vineyard Hotel Polsham, Somerset Small Hotel 2 star rating 69.50 1 Heritage Rating 1.6 miles
Bowlish House Shepton Mallet, Somerset Country House Hotel 4 star rating 90.00 5 Heritage Rating 4.1 miles
Charlton House Shepton Mallet, Somerset Country House Hotel 4 star rating 100.00 5 Heritage Rating 4.5 miles
The Dusthole /The Kings Arms Shepton Mallet, Somerset Town House Hotel 2 star rating 45.00 3 Heritage Rating 4.9 miles
Hawthorns Hotel Glastonbury, Somerset Hotel 3 star rating 30.00 3 Heritage Rating 5.2 miles
Thatched Cottage Shepton Mallet, Somerset Small Hotel 4 star rating 79.00 4 Heritage Rating 5.4 miles
Canards Hotel Shepton Mallet, Somerset Hotel 2 star rating 30.00 1 Heritage Rating 5.5 miles
Meare Manor Glastonbury, Somerset Hotel 4 star rating 55.00 3 Heritage Rating 6.5 miles
Wessex Hotel Street, Somerset Hotel 2 star rating 49.00 1 Heritage Rating 6.7 miles
Ston Easton Park Bath, Somerset Hotel 4 star rating 87.50 3 Heritage Rating 7 miles
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Nearest attractions

Wells Cathedral
0.2 miles - (Cathedral)

Wells Bishop's Palace
0.3 miles - (Historic Building)

Milton Lodge Gardens
0.9 miles - (Garden)

Burcott Mill
1.6 miles - (Historic Building)

Glastonbury Tor
5 miles - (Countryside)

Glastonbury Tribunal
5.1 miles - (Museum)

Chalice Well and Gardens
5.2 miles - (Garden)


Tourism - Towns & Villages

Glastonbury (5.2 miles)

Somerton (11.4 miles)

Bristol (16.9 miles)

Bath (16.9 miles)

Sherborne (18.8 miles)

Bradford Abbas (20.4 miles)

Bradford-on-Avon (20.6 miles)