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Historic Hotels in Wells, Somerset

Heritage Rated Hotels and other Historic accommodation Historic Hotel Accommodation - heritage rated
We love British heritage and history. If your idea of fine accommodation is an historic medieval coaching inn or an elegant country house hotel, you'll like our new Heritage Rating system for accommodation. We've pored over thousands of hotels in our directory and noted those accommodation properties that offer more than just a room - they offer a taste of history! If you love British heritage, look for Heritage Rated Accommodation or Heritage Rated Accommodation or Heritage Rated Accommodation. Historic Hotels, those rated highly on a Heritage Rating, are also highlighted in yellow and listed first. Learn more about Heritage Ratings for historic hotels.

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 Ł30 for the use of the bishop.
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1 The Ancient Gatehouse
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The Ancient Gatehouse Wells 20 Sadler St, Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 2SE

Set on the green opposite the cathedral’s west front, this hotel exudes an old, intriguing atmosphere with its centuries-old spiral stone staircase and quaint little passages. Just yards away from the ancient market place and Bishop’s Palace, the hotel is well positioned for discovering Somerset’s history and … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 2 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £70.00
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Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating


2 The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel
Heritage Rated Accommodation  

The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel Wells 20 Sadler Road, Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 2SE

The Ancient Gate House Hotel is family run, grade II listed building set on Wells Cathedral Green, facing the cathedral?s beautiful West Front. A short stroll from Bishop?s Palace and Vicars close. more >>
Accommodation Rating: 2 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £83.50
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Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating


3 Beaconsfield Farm
Heritage Rated Accommodation  

Beaconsfield Farm Wells Easton, Wells, Somerset, England, BA51DU

Award winning 5 star period character country farmhouse in a peaceful rural setting surrounded by 4 acres in an area of outstanding natural beauty with views of Mendip Hills and Somerset Levels. Close to Wells, Glastonbury, Cheddar, Wookey Hole, Bath, and Weston-Super-Mare. All high quality invidually styled rooms. Beaconsfield is … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 5 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £65.00
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Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating


4 The White Hart Hotel
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The White Hart Hotel Wells Sadler Street, Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 2RR

This restored 15th century coaching inn is situated in the heart of the small medieval city of Wells, by the cathedral green, just metres away from the ancient marketplace. Situated in the city centre, the hotel is a great base from which to discover historic Wells and … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 2 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £70.00
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Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating


5 Best Western The Swan Hotel
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Best Western The Swan Hotel Wells Sadler Street, Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 2RX

Situated in England's smallest cathedral city, The Swan provides excellent accommodation and hotel facilities. The Swan makes an ideal base for exploring Somerset. Visit Bath, Bristol, Wookey Hole Caves, Glastonbury Abbey and historic houses. The privately-owned 15th century coaching inn faces the … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 3 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £72.00
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Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating


6 Beryl
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Beryl Wells Hawkers Lane, Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 3JP

A small Victorian Gothic mansion, one mile from Wells Cathedral. A warm and friendly welcome awaits every guest in this family-run home. Experience a stay for luxury bed and breakfast at 'Beryl' with Holly Nowell and her daughter Mary-Ellen in their unique, treasured, small Victorian Gothic mansion, built … more >>

Stay at this Hotel from: £75.00
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Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating


7 Miller's at Glencot House
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Miller's at Glencot House Wells Glencot Lane, Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 1BH

Situated just minutes from Wells and nestling at the foot of the Mendip Hills, just where the River Axe emerges from Wookey Hole, Glencot House emerges to capture the hearts of all those who cross her threshold. The Victorian mansion, built in grand Jacobean style, boasts an elegantly theatrical interior, … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 3 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £120.00
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Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating


8 The White Hart Hotel
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The White Hart Hotel Wells 19-21 Sadler Street, Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 2RR

The White Hart Hotel, situated in the city centre of Wells provides refurbished accommodation and car parking. It has a groundfloor restaurant and 15 bedrooms with modern facilities. more >>
Accommodation Rating: 3 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £600.00
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Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating


9 Coxley Vineyard Hotel
 

Coxley Vineyard Hotel Wells Coxley, Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 1RQ

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 >>

Stay at this Hotel from: £60.00
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Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating


10 Coxley Vineyard Hotel Limited
 

Coxley Vineyard Hotel Limited Wells Coxley, Wells, Somerset, England, BA5 1RQ

Set in tranquil countryside, this small, charming hotel has a Mediterranean ambiance and boasts spectacular open views across to the Mendip Hills and the famous Glastonbury Tor. Built around a suntrap courtyard, this family-run hotel is situated in the village of Coxley, just 2 miles from … more >>
Accommodation Rating: 3 star rating

Stay at this Hotel from: £65.00
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Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating



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Nearest attractions
Wells Cathedral - Cathedral (0.2 miles)
Bishop's Palace - Castle (0.3 miles)
Milton Lodge Gardens - Garden (0.9 miles)
Burcott Mill - Historic Property (1.6 miles)
Glastonbury Tor - Countryside (5 miles)
Glastonbury Tribunal - Museum (5.1 miles)
Chalice Well and Gardens - Garden (5.2 miles)

Nearby Towns and 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)