Avg. for September
Avg. for September
Nightly prices at The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant average $98 in January, the cheapest month, and $152 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $98 |
| February | $110 |
| March | $114 |
| April | $127 |
| May | $136 |
| June | $139 |
| July | $139 |
| August | $152 |
| September | $131 |
| October | $123 |
| November | $108 |
| December | $114 |
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Most expensive: August (~$152)
Cheapest: January (~$98)
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-out, multilingual staff, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.
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.
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.
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.
What's nearby
Wells & Mendip Museum(0.1 miles)
Wells Cathedral(0.1 miles)
Vicar's Close(0.2 miles)
Ebbor Gorge(0.2 miles)
Wells Bishop's Palace(0.3 miles)
Mendip Hills(0.4 miles)
Wells Leisure Centre(1.1 miles)
Wookey Hole Caves(2.1 miles)
Lake Village Museum(5.8 miles)
Church of St Mary(5.9 miles)
Chalice Well(5.9 miles)
Glastonbury Festival Site(5.9 miles)
White Spring(6 miles)
St. Margaret's Chapel & Magdalene Almshouses(6 miles)
Glastonbury Abbey(6 miles)
The nearest major airport is Bristol International Airport (BRS)(18.7 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Service
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
Wells & Mendip Museum (0.1 miles)
Wells Cathedral (0.1 miles)
Vicar's Close (0.2 miles)
Ebbor Gorge (0.2 miles)
Wells Bishop's Palace (0.3 miles)
Mendip Hills (0.4 miles)
Based on 802 verified reviews
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across the green from Wells Cathedral, The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant earns praise for its friendly, attentive staff, characterful historic rooms with memorable views, and well-regarded Italian dining and breakfasts that many guests highlight as trip standouts.
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Across the green from Wells Cathedral, The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant earns praise for its friendly, attentive staff, characterful historic rooms with memorable views, and well-regarded Italian dining and breakfasts that many guests highlight as trip standouts.
The central setting is ideal for walking around Wells, though parking is mostly off-site and can be inconvenient. Rooms vary in size and style; some are small or dated, and several note bath-only or handheld showers or noise in certain locations. Access involves steep, narrow staircases with no lift, and a few reviews mention communication gaps, occasional closures, or limited overnight staffing, so expect historic charm, good food, and some quirks.
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Historic property with steep, narrow staircases and no lift. Parking is off-site and can be difficult, though some guests found nearby street options; a few reported limited facility operations on certain days.
Ian
Mar 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Patrick
Aug 16, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Megan
Sep 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Edward
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
David
Jan 23, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Diane
Oct 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tony
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Kristian
Dec 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nicky
Sep 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Sally
Mar 20, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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Generally clean rooms and bathrooms reported across many stays. A few guests mentioned dust or worn carpets in places.
Chris
Dec 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fran
Apr 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Megan
Sep 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
michael
May 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Janet
Aug 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Dawn
Sep 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amanda
Apr 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Mark
May 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Alison
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Abdul
Sep 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Characterful rooms, many with cathedral views and occasional four-poster beds; sizes vary from compact to spacious. Some are dated or noisy, and several note bath-only or handheld showers rather than a full stand-up shower.
Catherine
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
John
Aug 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Philip
Feb 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Edward
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Sarah
Apr 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Dawn
Sep 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Sue
Aug 2, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nicky
Sep 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Richard
Mar 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
William
Apr 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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Staff are widely described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with praise for problem-solving and hospitality. Some reviews cite communication issues, lack of overnight reception, or being uninformed about closures.
Sharon
Sep 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
georgiana
Oct 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Graeme
Apr 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Tracey
Mar 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Edward
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amanda
Apr 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tony
Dec 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Frances
Feb 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Alison
Nov 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Abdul
Sep 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Exceptionally central, right by the cathedral and walkable to shops and sights. Some street-facing rooms get early traffic noise, and parking is generally off-site.
Ian
Mar 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Miranda
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Dayna
Feb 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Robert
May 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Jessica
Sep 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Sue
Aug 2, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Diane
Oct 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nicky
Sep 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
George
Jul 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Abdul
Sep 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Rugantino’s Italian restaurant and made-to-order breakfasts receive consistent praise for quality and flavor. Availability can be limited at times (full bookings or closed days), and a few guests missed meals.
Ian
Mar 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Catherine
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Philip
Feb 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Elsa
Jul 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Dominic
Mar 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Diane
Oct 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tony
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Tony
Dec 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Mark
May 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Michael
Jun 8, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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Bridget
Jul 20, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Malcolm
Jul 19, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Nobuko
Jul 14, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Jennifer
Jun 13, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Kevin
Jun 4, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Parking is available on-site. Guests can utilize the parking facilities without a reservation.
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 of approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and children.
Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 10:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available for an additional fee, and guests should contact the property in advance to arrange this.
The property is located in the heart of Wells, just steps from Wells & Mendip Museum and Wells Cathedral. It is approximately 11 miles from Cheddar Gorge and 0.7 miles from Wells Bishop's Palace.
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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