🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom
Travelodge Bath Waterside
📍 Waterside, Rossiter Rd, Basin, Bath BA2 4JP, UK
Your stay — Travelodge Bath Waterside
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The Property — Travelodge Bath Waterside
The Travelodge Bath Waterside offers a fuss-free, budget-conscious base on the banks of the River Avon, with tidy, compact rooms and a lobby that feels more functional than fashionable — efficient check-in desks, vending machines, and a lingering aroma of toast from the on-site Bar Café. Its prime waterside location delivers knockout views of Pulteney Weir and the historic weir bridge, making it ideal for value-seeking visitors who prioritise location over luxury. The vibe is brisk and practical, suiting solo travellers, couples on a shoestring, or families wanting to spend their budget on Bath’s attractions rather than four-poster beds.
Chronicles of Bath
Bath’s story begins with the Romans, who built a sprawling bath complex and temple around the city’s natural hot springs in the first century AD, naming it Aquae Sulis. After centuries of decline, the city was reborn as a fashionable spa destination in the Georgian era, when architects John Wood the Elder and Younger carved the iconic Royal Crescent and Circus into the hillside using warm, honey-coloured Bath stone. Today, the entire city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated for its perfectly preserved Georgian terraces and the only Roman baths in Britain where you can see the original steaming waters. Bath’s cultural identity blends literary echoes — Jane Austen lived and wrote here — with a vibrant, modern food scene and a yearly festival programme that keeps its visitor numbers booming.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bath guide →Best months
June and September: long, mild days perfect for walking tours and riverside picnics, with manageable crowds outside school break peaks.
Peak / festival surge
August is the busiest month, driven by the summer holidays and the Bath Comedy Festival; hotel prices can spike by 30–50% and the historic core becomes a slow-moving river of selfie sticks.
Budget shoulder season
May and October offer mild weather, significantly lower hotel rates, and far thinner crowds around the Roman Baths and Royal Crescent.
Weather & packing
Bath’s weather is famously fickle — June can serve up a heatwave one day and a drizzly 14°C the next. Pack a light waterproof jacket and a reusable water bottle; layers are never optional here.
Live City Briefing — Bath
- Bath’s Clean Air Zone, introduced in 2021, charges older diesel and petrol vehicles £9 per day to enter the city centre — check your car’s compliance or plan to park outside and use park-and-ride services.
- The temporary pedestrianisation of Stall Street (outside the Roman Baths) has been extended through summer 2026 to ease congestion, making room for outdoor dining and al fresco drinking.
- Bath Spa station’s long-awaited step-free access works are nearing completion, with new lifts now operational to all platforms — a relief for travellers with suitcases or pushchairs.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Travelodge Bath Waterside, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the river (south side). These are high enough to avoid street-level commotion and offer a quieter outlook over the water rather than the car park or Rossiter Road. Rooms at the rear (east side) are also decent, but the river side has the edge for calm.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms on the 1st floor anywhere near the main entrance or lifts – the lifts stop there and early arrivals will generate noise. Also avoid any room facing Rossiter Road directly (north side) as that road carries traffic into the city centre, plus the car park entrance is on that side. Ground-floor rooms may have less privacy due to foot traffic outside.
Best views
Best view is from a south-facing room on floor 3 or 4 – you'll look out over the River Avon and the marina basin, with boats and green banks. Not spectacular, but much more pleasant than the car park or the back of the Holiday Inn next door.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest – furthest from the ground-floor lobby, restaurant, and car park, and less echo than upper floors near the roof. The lifts are well-placed, so you won't get constant ding-ding.
🔊 Noise notes
Rossiter Road is a main route in and out of Bath, so expect traffic noise until about 11pm in north-facing rooms. The hotel's own car park (first-come, first-served) can have early-morning departures. The lifts generate a low hum, but only if you're adjacent to the shaft; most rooms are set back. No bar noise to speak of.
Insider tips
1. Parking is first-come, first-served at £9.50 – arrive before 5pm for a spot, or use Avon Street Car Park (BA1 2UP, £12/24h) which is a 5-min walk. 2. Request a river-facing room 3-4 weeks ahead; they don't cost extra but often get taken by repeat guests. 3. The free WiFi is fine for browsing but don't plan on video calls – 10Mbps is steady but not fast.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Travelodge Bath Waterside
Free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the property with typical speed 10 Mbps; no login required after accepting terms.
The hotel has two lifts serving all floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; TVs offer Freeview channels. The building has no notable heritage quirks.
Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop allowed from 12:00; late check-out fee £15 until 14:00 (subject to availability).
Complimentary luggage storage available at reception for same-day drop-off and collection.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; wheelchair-accessible rooms available on ground floor; no structural limitations.
On-site car park available at £9.50 per night (first-come, first-served, no reservation). Nearest public car park: Avon Street Car Park (BA1 2UP), £12.00 for 24 hours. No EV charging on-site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a £20 incidental hold on credit/debit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Saint Mary's Bathwick (135 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Bethel Baptist Church (632 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Seventh-Day Adventist Church (660 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Saint John the Evangelist RC (660 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Beazer Garden Maze — 427 m · ~5 min walk
Holburne Museum — 324 m · ~4 min walk
Old Orchard Street Theatre — 742 m · ~9 min walk
Widcombe Play Area — 853 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 623 m · ~8 min walk
Pulteney Pharmacy — 257 m · ~3 min walk
Tesco Express — 288 m · ~4 min walk
Bath Spa — 972 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use ATMs for the best exchange rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux in train stations and tourist areas which often have poor rates.
Contactless Visa/Mastercard and Apple Pay/Google Pay are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and pubs; small independent places may be cash-only.
Restaurants: 10-15% if service not included; taxis: round up to nearest pound; hotel porters: £1-2 per bag; housekeeping: not expected.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Coffee from a local café or chain costs around £2.50–£3.00 for a filter or flat white.
A sandwich or meal deal from a supermarket or bakery costs about £3–£5.
A main course at a pub or casual restaurant typically costs £10–£14.
Cheap eats are found at the Bath Guildhall Market and takeaway sandwich shops near the city centre.
Common budget supermarkets in BA2 include Tesco Express, Sainsbury's Local, and Co-op.
Affordable shopping is available at Primark and charity shops on the main high streets (e.g., Southgate).
The cheapest way around is walking; a First Bus day pass costs about £5.50. From Bath Spa station, it's a 10-15 minute walk into BA2.
Walk everywhere—the area is compact and walkable. Eat lunch at pubs for better value than dinner. Use the Bath Two For One voucher for attractions with public transport tickets.
Good to know — Bath
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Emergency Contacts
BathFor non-emergency police contact, call 101. For general information or to report a crime, call 101. For road traffic incidents, call 0800 316 4377. For flood or severe weather emergencies, call 0345 988 1188 (Environment Agency).
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bath, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Travelodge Bath Waterside
🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 623 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Pulteney Pharmacy — 257 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Bath City Centre → The Old Mill Hotel area
💡 Day Saver tickets available (£5.50). Perfect for visiting Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, and Georgian terraces nearby.
Bristol Airport → Bath Spa Railway Station
💡 Most reliable option. Bath Spa Station is 10-minute walk to hotel. Train views of Roman Bath architecture worth the journey.
Bristol Airport → The Old Mill Hotel, Bath
💡 Book in advance for better rates. Journey passes through picturesque Somerset countryside.
Bristol Airport → Bath Bus Station
💡 Most budget-friendly option. Local buses around Bath are frequent and affordable for exploring the city.
About Bath
Wikipedia ↗
The Great Spa Towns of Europe is a transnational World Heritage Site consisting of a selection of 11 spa towns across seven European countries. They were developed around natural mineral water springs. From the early 18th century to the 1930s, Western Europe experienced an increase in spa and bathin...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Travelodge Bath Waterside?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the river (south side). These are high enough to avoid street-level commotion and offer a quieter outlook over the water rather than the car park or Rossiter Road. Rooms at the rear (east side) are also decent, but the river side has the edge for calm.
Which rooms should I avoid at Travelodge Bath Waterside?
Steer clear of rooms on the 1st floor anywhere near the main entrance or lifts – the lifts stop there and early arrivals will generate noise. Also avoid any room facing Rossiter Road directly (north side) as that road carries traffic into the city centre, plus the car park entrance is on that side. Ground-floor rooms may have less privacy due to foot traffic outside.
Is Travelodge Bath Waterside noisy?
Rossiter Road is a main route in and out of Bath, so expect traffic noise until about 11pm in north-facing rooms. The hotel's own car park (first-come, first-served) can have early-morning departures. The lifts generate a low hum, but only if you're adjacent to the shaft; most rooms are set back. No bar noise to speak of.
Which rooms have the best views at Travelodge Bath Waterside?
Best view is from a south-facing room on floor 3 or 4 – you'll look out over the River Avon and the marina basin, with boats and green banks. Not spectacular, but much more pleasant than the car park or the back of the Holiday Inn next door.
What are insider tips for staying at Travelodge Bath Waterside?
1. Parking is first-come, first-served at £9.50 – arrive before 5pm for a spot, or use Avon Street Car Park (BA1 2UP, £12/24h) which is a 5-min walk. 2. Request a river-facing room 3-4 weeks ahead; they don't cost extra but often get taken by repeat guests. 3. The free WiFi is fine for browsing but don't plan on video calls – 10Mbps is steady but not fast.
What time is check-in at Travelodge Bath Waterside?
Check-in at Travelodge Bath Waterside is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Does Travelodge Bath Waterside have Wi-Fi?
Free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the property with typical speed 10 Mbps; no login required after accepting terms.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Travelodge Bath Waterside?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Travelodge Bath Waterside?
A sandwich or meal deal from a supermarket or bakery costs about £3–£5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Travelodge Bath Waterside?
The cheapest way around is walking; a First Bus day pass costs about £5.50. From Bath Spa station, it's a 10-15 minute walk into BA2.
When is the best time to visit Bath?
June and September: long, mild days perfect for walking tours and riverside picnics, with manageable crowds outside school break peaks.
Top Attractions in Bath
💡 Walk down to the riverside path on either side for the best photo of the bridge and weir. The shops on the bridge are boutiques, not chains, so window-shopping is worth a slow stroll.
💡 The free rooms are often less crowded than the museum upstairs. Sit in the Tea Room for a few minutes to imagine 18th-century society. Free entry to the rooms, but the museum costs £8.50.
💡 Go early morning around 7am to have the lawn almost to yourself for photos. The museum at No. 1 Royal Crescent charges entry, but the exterior and lawn cost nothing.
💡 Start at the entrance near Sham Castle for the best uninterrupted view. The walk takes about 3 hours, so bring water and sturdy shoes. Free, but parking at the National Trust car park costs a few pounds if you drive.
💡 Go just before a service (such as 5pm evensong) to hear the choir while admiring the architecture. The tower tour costs extra but the free entry is plenty. Check the website as opening hours change for services.
💡 Book a timed-entry ticket online in advance — the Roman Baths is Bath's single most-visited attraction and walk-up queues can exceed an hour in summer. Visit right at opening or in the last two hours of the day for the smallest crowds.