The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant

$123
/ night

Avg. for October

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The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant - Room
The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant - Room
The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant - View from room
The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant - Restaurant

Prices for The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant

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$123
/ night

Avg. for October

Monthly average prices

Nightly prices at The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant average $98 in January, the cheapest month, and $150 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.

Average nightly price at The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant by month, last 12 months (USD)
MonthAverage price
January$98
February$110
March$114
April$127
May$136
June$139
July$139
August$150
September$130
October$123
November$108
December$114

Most expensive: August (~$150)

Cheapest: January (~$98)

About this property

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
  • Parking

  • Restaurant

  • Non-Smoking Rooms

  • Room Service

  • Housekeeping

  • Safe-Deposit Box

Location

20 Sadler St, Wells, England, United Kingdom

The Market Place (0.1 miles)

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)


Room options

Room

1 Full Bed

Sleeps 2

Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Separate Living Room

Superior Double Room

1 Full Bed

Sleeps 2

Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Separate Living Room

City Double Or Twin Room

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 2

Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Separate Living Room

Deluxe Double Or Twin Room

2 Twin Beds

Sleeps 2

Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Separate Living Room

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

1 Twin Bed
Heating
Wi-Fi (Free)
Separate Living Room

Guest reviews of The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant

What guests think

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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8

Alun

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2 weeks ago

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Stayed 2 nights

good 3 star hotel. Friendly staff great location close to cathedral/high street. Decent breakfast. accepting its historic status the rooms are bijou, the four poster beds small. Some might like the very soft mattress and deflated pillows but i wasn't one of them.
good 3 star hotel. Friendly staff great location close to cathedral/high street. Decent breakfast. accepting its historic status the rooms are bijou, the four poster beds small. Some might like the very soft mattress and deflated pillows but i wasn't one of them.

10

Caroline

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Sep 16, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was lovely, very well situated with wonderful views of the Cathedral. The staff were extremely helpful and the breakfast was very good, with local produce and additional extras - nothing was too much trouble. The building is very old and I would assume listed so the decor reflects that in keeping the original features such as the steep stairs which were actually fine to climb. Overall lovely stay and would definitely stay again.
The hotel was lovely, very well situated with wonderful views of the Cathedral. The staff were extremely helpful and the breakfast was very good, with local produce and additional extras - nothing was too much trouble. The building is very old and I would assume listed so the decor reflects that in keeping the original features such as the steep stairs which were actually fine to climb. Overall lovely stay and would definitely stay again.

8

Gregory

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Aug 31, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Really nice place. The only issue we had was we know it’s a beautiful old place, but when people move around in the middle of the night the place really creeks.
Really nice place. The only issue we had was we know it’s a beautiful old place, but when people move around in the middle of the night the place really creeks.

10

Ian

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Aug 24, 2026

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Stayed 9 nights

Very friendly, helpful and welcoming staff. Delicious breakfast with lots of choice of continental and full English breakfast food items. Clean ensuite bedroom. Close to Cathedral, museum, Bishop's Palace and restaurants/cafés/shops, and within walking distance of bus station.
Very friendly, helpful and welcoming staff. Delicious breakfast with lots of choice of continental and full English breakfast food items. Clean ensuite bedroom. Close to Cathedral, museum, Bishop's Palace and restaurants/cafés/shops, and within walking distance of bus station.

10

Timon

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Aug 17, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

A warm easy welcome - lovely room (no.7) on Top Floor with stunning view of Wells’ Cathedral and Green
A warm easy welcome - lovely room (no.7) on Top Floor with stunning view of Wells’ Cathedral and Green

Property Policies

Check-in instructions

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Check-in

Check-out

From 14:00 to 22:00

Before 11:00


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Optional extras

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FAQs about The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant

Is parking available at the property?

Parking is available on-site. Guests can utilize the parking facilities without a reservation.


What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving 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 of approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and children.


What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

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.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

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.


What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.


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