🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom
Dukes Hotel
📍 53-54, Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DN
Dein Aufenthalt — Dukes Hotel
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Das Eigentum — Dukes Hotel
Dukes Hotel is a compact, traditional Georgian townhouse on Great Pulteney Street, a five-minute walk from the city centre. The lobby feels like a quiet, wood-panelled sitting room with a small bar and a real coal fire (lit in cooler months). It suits solo travellers or couples who want a calm, no-fuss base within walking distance of Bath Abbey and the Roman Baths, rather than a full-service resort.
Chroniken von Bath
Bath was founded by the Romans around 43 AD as Aquae Sulis, a thermal spa centred on the hot springs. It grew into a major wool town and then, in the 18th century, was rebuilt almost entirely in honey-coloured Bath stone under architects John Wood the Elder and Younger. The Georgian terraces, crescents and squares make it a UNESCO World Heritage site. Today the city is a mix of heritage tourism, music festivals and a strong food scene, with just over 90,000 residents.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Bath-Guide →Die besten Monate
May and June offer long, mild days and gardens in full bloom, with fewer crowds than July and August. September also works well: the weather often holds, and the Bath Festivals (music, literature) wrap up early in the month.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are the busiest months, packed with families and coach tours. August’s Jane Austen Festival (heavy Austen-themed events) adds to demand. Hotel room rates for a 3-star property like Dukes can rise by 30–50% above their winter baseline.
Budget Schulter Saison
April and October are the best budget shoulder months. The blossoms come in April; October sees autumn colour and lower prices. Both have fewer tourists and milder weather, though expect some rainy days.
Wetter & Verpackung
Bath has a temperate maritime climate with rain possible any month (average 15 rainy days per month even in summer). Pack a waterproof jacket or umbrella and comfortable walking shoes – you’ll be on cobbled streets and hilly pavements daily.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Bath
- Great Pulteney Street is partially closed for resurfacing until mid-July 2026; check diversion signage for access to the hotel from the north.
- Bath’s Clean Air Zone continues to operate, charging older vehicles entering the city centre; rental cars or vans registered before 2015 may incur a daily fee.
- The Bath Abbey footings and floor restoration is complete, but there is ongoing work on the cloisters and the Song School, affecting entrance routes – check the Abbey’s website for visitor updates.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dukes Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor (floor 1) at the rear of the building, overlooking the garden courtyard. These rooms are quieter and more private than those facing Great Pulteney Street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (floor 0) at the front, as they are directly next to the street and the lobby, leading to noise from the street and foot traffic. Also avoid rooms near the lift on any floor, as it can be noisy.
Best views
Rooms at the front on floors 1-2 offer views of Great Pulteney Street, a grand Georgian boulevard leading to Pulteney Bridge. Rear rooms overlook the garden courtyard, pleasant but less iconic.
Quietest floors
Floors 1 and 2 (first and second floors) are generally quieter, especially rooms at the rear of the building away from the street and lift.
🔊 Noise notes
Great Pulteney Street is a main road with bus and taxi traffic during the day, and some noise from bars and restaurants on nearby streets in the evening. The lift and service entrance can also be sources of internal noise.
Insider tips
Ask for a rear room when booking—they are much quieter. The hotel doesn't have on-site parking; use the Charlotte Street car park (5-minute walk) for a discount with a validation card from reception.
- 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 Einrichtungen — Dukes Hotel
Free for all guests; speeds typical for city centre (around 20 Mbps); login via room number and surname.
Small lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital PressReader access via lobby tablet; no physical papers. Building is a Georgian terrace, part of Bath's UNESCO-listed architecture.
Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag drop allowed from 11:00; late check-out until 12:00 for £25 (subject to availability).
Free for same-day arrivals and departures (luggage room near reception).
Step-free access via ramp at side entrance; lift fits a standard wheelchair; no adapted bathrooms or grab rails in standard rooms.
No on-site or valet parking. Nearest public car park: Charlotte Street Car Park (0.2 miles, £22 for 24h). No EV charging on premises.
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None (included in room rate at 3-star hotels in Bath)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via credit card at booking; £50 incidental hold on check-in.
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- 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)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
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 Minuten 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
Geld & Währung
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.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem 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.
Gut zu wissen — 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 Dukes Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . 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 →Umher zu kommen
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.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Dukes Hotel?
Request a room on the first floor (floor 1) at the rear of the building, overlooking the garden courtyard. These rooms are quieter and more private than those facing Great Pulteney Street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dukes Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (floor 0) at the front, as they are directly next to the street and the lobby, leading to noise from the street and foot traffic. Also avoid rooms near the lift on any floor, as it can be noisy.
Is Dukes Hotel noisy?
Great Pulteney Street is a main road with bus and taxi traffic during the day, and some noise from bars and restaurants on nearby streets in the evening. The lift and service entrance can also be sources of internal noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Dukes Hotel?
Rooms at the front on floors 1-2 offer views of Great Pulteney Street, a grand Georgian boulevard leading to Pulteney Bridge. Rear rooms overlook the garden courtyard, pleasant but less iconic.
What are insider tips for staying at Dukes Hotel?
Ask for a rear room when booking—they are much quieter. The hotel doesn't have on-site parking; use the Charlotte Street car park (5-minute walk) for a discount with a validation card from reception.
What time is check-in at Dukes Hotel?
Check-in at Dukes Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dukes Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; speeds typical for city centre (around 20 Mbps); login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dukes Hotel?
None (included in room rate at 3-star hotels in Bath)
Where can I eat cheaply near Dukes Hotel?
A sandwich or meal deal from a supermarket or bakery costs about £3–£5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dukes Hotel?
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?
May and June offer long, mild days and gardens in full bloom, with fewer crowds than July and August. September also works well: the weather often holds, and the Bath Festivals (music, literature) wrap up early in the month.
Top-Attraktionen 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.