No. 15 Bath by GuestHouse
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No. 15 Bath by GuestHouse · Bath, United Kingdom
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Key Highlights
- ✓No. 15 Bath enjoys an "excellent" and "beautiful" location on Great Pulteney Street, a renowned Georgian thoroughfare.
Expert Review: No. 15 Bath by GuestHouse
No. 15 Bath by GuestHouse, a Michelin Key Selected property, consistently earns high praise for its blend of Georgian elegance and playful, modern design, offering a "wonder-filled and happy" experience in the heart of Bath.
1. Overall Rating & Sentiment
No. 15 Bath by GuestHouse is overwhelmingly rated as "Wonderful," with a score of 9.0 out of 10 based on over 1,300 reviews. Guests frequently express delight with the hotel's charm, whimsical touches, and homely atmosphere, often describing their stay as "outstanding" and "sumptuous." The general consensus highlights a harmonious blend of quality and value.
2. Key Highlights
Guests consistently rave about several standout features:
- Complimentary Pantry: A "fancy, sweet snacks pantry" offering free drinks, snacks, popcorn, fruit, and even ice cream is a particular favorite, delighting both adults and children.
- Exceptional Location: The hotel's position on Great Pulteney Street is highly praised for its beauty and proximity, being just a short stroll from key attractions like Pulteney Bridge, Bath Abbey, and the Roman Baths.
- Unique Design & Amenities: The hotel's eclectic and artistic interiors, featuring record players with vinyl in rooms and a "Lost Earring chandelier," create a fascinating and memorable ambiance.
- Superb Service: The staff's accommodating, friendly, and attentive nature is frequently mentioned as a highlight.
- On-site Spa: The subterranean spa, with its relaxation room and unique copper bath experience, offers a luxurious escape.
- Thoughtful Touches: Details like a bicycle luggage service from the train station and bespoke doll's houses for tea and coffee stations contribute to an extraordinary guest experience.
- Dog-Friendly: The hotel warmly welcomes pets, even noting their name and favorite attention.
3. Room Quality
The 36 individually designed rooms at No. 15 Bath are celebrated for their comfort, style, and unique character.
- Comfort & Furnishings: Guests appreciate the "extremely comfy" Hypnos Lansdowne Cashmere beds, soft bedding, and robes provided. Rooms often feature high ceilings and large windows, some offering picturesque views of Bath, Henrietta Park, or the hotel's gardens.
- Design & Amenities: Each room boasts bespoke wall art, a Nespresso coffee machine, an internet-enabled LED TV with Chromecast, and Wildsmith bath products. Many rooms include deep freestanding bathtubs, providing a touch of luxury. The Pulteney Rooms are particularly noted for their romantic elegance, featuring marble washstands and modern plexiglass furniture. For an extra indulgence, "The Hideout" room offers a spa tub and Sonos sound system.
4. Dining Experience
The dining at No. 15 Bath is highly regarded, focusing on seasonal British cuisine and local ingredients.
- Restaurant: The restaurant on the lower floor offers a "Wild British" menu, with locally sourced meat from traditional British breeds and fresh produce from local grocers.
- Breakfast: Options include continental and a full English breakfast, consistently described as "delicious" and "superb" by guests.
- Bar: The stylish bar is a popular spot for specialty coffees, loose-leaf teas during the day, and "inventive" cocktails in the evening, along with a menu of small plates and snacks.
5. Service & Staff
The hotel's service and staff receive consistent accolades, contributing significantly to the positive guest experience.
- Hospitality: Staff are frequently described as "phenomenal," "very accommodating," "kind," "friendly," and "super helpful." Guests appreciate the relaxed atmosphere and lack of "awkward formality."
- Personalized Touches: Examples include complimentary room upgrades and fizz for special occasions, and a unique bicycle luggage service where staff meet guests at the train station to transport bags to the hotel, leaving guests free to explore. They even note pets' breeds, names, and preferred attention.
6. Location & Accessibility
No. 15 Bath enjoys an "excellent" and "beautiful" location on Great Pulteney Street, a renowned Georgian thoroughfare.
- Proximity to Attractions: The hotel is ideally situated just a 3-minute walk from major landmarks such as Pulteney Bridge, Bath Abbey, and the Roman Baths. It's also close to the Holburne Museum and backs onto Henrietta Park.
- Transport Links: Bath Spa train station is a convenient 12-15 minute walk away. For those driving, limited on-site private parking is available for a charge (£25 per day), and alternative nearby car parks are recommended. Bristol Airport is approximately 16-25 miles away, with transfers available.
7. Value & Pricing
The hotel generally offers good value for its luxury boutique experience, with a "value for money" score of 8.4 out of 10.
- Price Range: A stay in a small guest room can start from approximately £144 per night, with nightly rates typically from £139 to £245 for standard rooms.
- Dining Costs: A three-course dinner for two is around £100, considered well worth the quality and experience. Cocktails are priced around £15.
- Additional Costs: Private parking is £25 per day, and pets incur a charge, typically £25 per night. Breakfast may not be included in all rates but can be purchased.
8. Common Complaints
While overwhelmingly positive, some minor points of criticism have been noted:
- Parking: The on-site parking is limited and comes with a daily charge, which some guests find inconvenient.
- Cocktail Pricing/Quality: A few reviews suggest that the cocktails, while generally good, can be on the expensive side, with some mentioning a perceived dip in quality or zeal compared to earlier periods.
- Breakfast Not Always Included: Guests should note that breakfast may sometimes be an additional purchase.
- Room Amenities: Smaller rooms may lack a refrigerator, though the complimentary pantry helps mitigate this.
- Accessibility: Some specific room types, like the Coach House rooms, have stepped entrances, which could be a consideration for guests with mobility issues, though the main hotel has a lift and an adapted room.
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Points to Consider
- •While overwhelmingly positive, some minor points of criticism have been noted:
Google Reviews
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Recent Guest Reviews
Sarah Barry
We had a wonderful stay at No.15 The Guest House. The staff were excellent and incredibly accommodating — I had to make a last-minute change to our dates and they were so helpful and understanding, which immediately set the tone for the stay. It was my fiancé’s birthday and I really wanted it to feel special, and No.15 truly delivered. We were given a complimentary room upgrade, and on arrival Al...
Response from the owner
Wow Sarah - thank you so much for taking the time to write a review of your recent stay at No.15. by Guesthouse. <br>We are simply delighted that you both enjoyed your stay and your positive feedback ...
Nathalie G
Didn't stay at the hotel, but was here with my partner for the spa. This is our 3rd session for the copper bath treatment, and as per usual it was absolutely divine. Facilities are fabulous, a short walk from where we were staying. Our therapists were lovely and talked us through everything. Treatments themselves were outstanding; head shoulder and back massage for both of us and facial for me an...
Anthony L
Worthy of the hotel’s recommendation in the New York Times. The decor, service and staff are exceptional (shoutout to Ellen!). There is a pantry where you can stock up with complimentary crisps, popcorn, fruit, sparkling drinks, ice cream and sweets. Location is perfect, just a 10 minute walk to central Bath. Onsite parking is £25 per night but bookings recommended as there are a limited number of...
Response from the owner
Good morning Anthony<br>Thank you so much for your positive feedback following your recent stay at No. 15. <br>Wishing you a very Happy New Year<br>Kind regards<br>Angela
Kimberly “KimberlyM” Martin
My husband and I stayed at No. 15 Bath by GuestHouse for one night in November 2025. The hotel is in a beautiful listed Georgian building and really is quintessential Bath. Our room was generously proportioned with an en-suite bathroom and large windows overlooking the rooftops and green hills beyond. Like all the GuestHouse hotels it had a pantry offering complimentary drinks, sweets, snacks and ...
Response from the owner
Hi Kimberly<br>Thank you so much for sharing a review of your recent stay at No.15 by Guesthouse.<br>We truly value your feedback and I am delighted to hear that you had a great stay and we very much ...
Anmil Vijay
I absolutely loved our stay here. My only regret is staying only one night because we stayed at another place called the Yard which was not at all great compared to this. The rooms were fantastic and they have vinyl players in the room were such a lovely touch and the staff members were also great. Ellen specially was so nice and she gave us amazing suggestions with what to do during our time in B...
Response from the owner
Hi Anmil<br>Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive feedback which I will share with colleagues at No.15.<br>If you are planning a return trip to Bath, or maybe visit one of our s...
Laura Doyle
Outstanding hotel in the perfect part of town to explore and relax at the same time. Fabulous room with a special mention to all the amazing team there who made our stay effortlessly perfect. Big shout of to Angela who is a star, so much so we stayed another night! Thanks, highly recommend and we will be back.
Response from the owner
Hi Laura<br>Thank you so much for writing such a lovely review on Google. I am absolutely delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us - your feedback has made me a very happy lady!!!<br>Would love t...
