The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.8

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About this property

Set in a stunning location on Wells Cathedral Green, facing the West Front, The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant is well-located for exploring Somerset's beautiful historic areas. Just yards 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, specializing in authentic Italian cuisine, with a welcoming atmosphere. 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

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2 twin beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Morgan
Canada Canada
“The location, the quaintness and quirkiness of the hotel, the view from my room, the staff were fabulous and friendly, and my meal at Rugatino was orgasmic.”
Mark
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very central location with friendly helpful staff. Comfortable room with good facilities. The restaurant is very good.”
Brian
United States United States
“Evelyn and Andy were great!! They helped make our stay brighter!!”
Jeffrey
United States United States
“Location ...food ...and property...excellant service and friendly engaging staff !!”
Kerrie
United States United States
“Wonderful, welcoming staff. Helped with our luggage. We enjoyed the surrounding area and the history. Meals were excellent”
Central
United States United States
“Friendly, competent staff. Comfortable room and bed. Excellent breakfast. Perfect location for sight-seeing, shopping, dining, more. VERY affordable (both room and food).”
Mardi
New Zealand New Zealand
“Staff exceptional. Staff cheerfully took our suitcases upstairs and were very helpful at checkout. Advised us well beforehand about where to park”
Andrew
United States United States
“Room was on the top floor, so very steep steps, which was expected as it was explained will in the listing and after booking. Noisier neighborhood, but we like the lively areas. Food looked amazing, though we did not dine there. Shower and...”
Tanya
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very old building but well managed and maintained. Fantastic Italian restaurant within. View of Wells Cathedral from the bedroom window.”
Randall
United States United States
“Quant old school property, but with Italian charm. Nice part about this hotel is it goes straight into a very good Italian restaurant. Would return here or stay longer as it’s a nice/special property.”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Rugantino
  • Cuisine
    Italian
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    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 2:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-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 elevator access. Assistance can be provided with luggage.

Please note there is no on-site parking, but there is a range of parking options nearby.