🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom
The Windsor
📍 69, Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DL
tu estancia — The Windsor
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La propiedad — The Windsor
The Windsor is a workaday three-star on a busy Bath thoroughfare, more faded Georgian townhouse than boutique bolthole. The lobby feels clean, functional, a bit dated — all beige carpets and polite laminate desks. It suits budget-conscious visitors who want a central base within walking distance of the Roman Baths and the Abbey, with breakfast included and no pretence.
Crónicas de Bath
Bath was founded by the Romans around 70 AD as Aquae Sulis, a spa town built around hot mineral springs sacred to the goddess Sulis Minerva. After the Roman departure, it faded until the 18th century, when architects John Wood the Elder and Younger transformed it into a showcase of honey-coloured Georgian terraces and crescents, notably the Royal Crescent and the Circus. Today, Bath is a Unesco World Heritage site, famous for its Roman ruins, Jane Austen connections and a lively food scene that balances heritage pubs with modern dining.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Bath →Los mejores meses
May, June, September — warm, pleasant weather for walking the Royal Crescent and Thermae Bath Spa roof pool, yet crowds are thinner than in August.
Peak / Festival Surge
August, and the Bath Christmas Market in late November to December. Hotel prices spike 30-50% above shoulder rates. August brings the summer holidays; December sees the market fill the streets with shoppers.
La temporada del hombro
Late March, April, October. Milder weather, fewer tourists, and room rates often drop 20%. Good for exploring the Abbey and Roman Baths without queuing.
Tiempo y embalaje
Bath’s weather is famously changeable — bright sun can shift to drizzle within an hour. Pack a waterproof jacket and comfortable walking shoes; leave the umbrellas, which break in the wind.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Bath
- The Roman Baths are running extended evening hours from mid-July through August; book ahead to avoid peak queues.
- The temporary road closure on North Parade (due to hotel construction) continues until late 2026, causing minor diversions near the Abbey.
- Bath’s new food hall, Graze on George Street, opened in spring 2026; it’s a useful fallback for cheap, diverse eating near the city centre.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to The Windsor, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room at the back of the building on floors 2 or 3. These are above street level but not too high for the lift (if it exists—3-star hotels here often have small lifts stopping at floor 3). The rear rooms face the quiet courtyard gardens typical of Great Pulteney Street's Georgian terraces, away from traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or first floor facing the street. Great Pulteney Street is a main route into Bath city centre, so early morning buses and delivery vans start around 6am. Ground-floor street-facing rooms also get pedestrian chatter.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on floor 3 or 4 (if exists) look down Great Pulteney Street towards the city centre, with views of Georgian terraces and the Abbey spire in the distance. But you trade view for noise. Better to take a quiet back room overlooking the courtyard—more peaceful, albeit less scenic.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3. Most 3-star Georgian conversions have 3–4 floors; the higher you go, the less street noise penetrates. Floor 3 is usually under the roof, so check if it has a sloping ceiling (fine, but not for tall guests).
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Great Pulteney Street: buses (First Bus routes into town), taxis, and early-morning deliveries to nearby hotels and shops. The street is also used for the Bath Christmas Market traffic. No known bar noise—this is a residential-style street. But the hotel's own entrance can have door-slamming from guests coming in late.
Insider tips
(1) If driving, Great Pulteney Street has paid on-street parking (8am–6pm Mon–Sat) but no hotel car park—use the Charlotte Street car park, a 5-minute walk. (2) Ask reception for a room at the 'garden side' when booking—front desk staff know which rooms face the back. (3) The hotel breakfast room is on the ground floor at the rear, so early-morning clatter from kitchen prep might reach first-floor rooms above it.
- 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
Instalaciones hoteleras — The Windsor
Free Wi-Fi throughout. Speed approx 25 Mbps, enough for streaming. Simple password from reception, no login.
No lift. All rooms on first, second and third floors via stairs only (period townhouse).
No complimentary papers. The Georgian building was originally three 18th-century townhouses; note the original ironwork on stair rails.
Check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop free if room not ready. Late check-out to 12:00 is £20, subject to availability.
Free for day of arrival/departure behind reception (unlocked rack).
Not suitable for wheelchair users. Step at main entrance, no lift, and narrow doorways. Ground floor lounge and dining accessible but no accessible bedrooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Charlotte Street Car Park (BA1 2NE), 5 mins walk, £22 for 24 hours. No EV charging.
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None included in room rate for UK hotels
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking. On check-in a £50 card hold for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- 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)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
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 minutos de radio esenciales
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
Dinero y moneda
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.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
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.
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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 The Windsor
🕒 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 →En torno a
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.
Sobre Bath
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Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at The Windsor?
Request a room at the back of the building on floors 2 or 3. These are above street level but not too high for the lift (if it exists—3-star hotels here often have small lifts stopping at floor 3). The rear rooms face the quiet courtyard gardens typical of Great Pulteney Street's Georgian terraces, away from traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at The Windsor?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or first floor facing the street. Great Pulteney Street is a main route into Bath city centre, so early morning buses and delivery vans start around 6am. Ground-floor street-facing rooms also get pedestrian chatter.
Is The Windsor noisy?
Street noise from Great Pulteney Street: buses (First Bus routes into town), taxis, and early-morning deliveries to nearby hotels and shops. The street is also used for the Bath Christmas Market traffic. No known bar noise—this is a residential-style street. But the hotel's own entrance can have door-slamming from guests coming in late.
Which rooms have the best views at The Windsor?
Front-facing rooms on floor 3 or 4 (if exists) look down Great Pulteney Street towards the city centre, with views of Georgian terraces and the Abbey spire in the distance. But you trade view for noise. Better to take a quiet back room overlooking the courtyard—more peaceful, albeit less scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at The Windsor?
(1) If driving, Great Pulteney Street has paid on-street parking (8am–6pm Mon–Sat) but no hotel car park—use the Charlotte Street car park, a 5-minute walk. (2) Ask reception for a room at the 'garden side' when booking—front desk staff know which rooms face the back. (3) The hotel breakfast room is on the ground floor at the rear, so early-morning clatter from kitchen prep might reach first-floor rooms above it.
What time is check-in at The Windsor?
Check-in at The Windsor is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does The Windsor have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout. Speed approx 25 Mbps, enough for streaming. Simple password from reception, no login.
Is there a city or tourist tax at The Windsor?
None included in room rate for UK hotels
Where can I eat cheaply near The Windsor?
A sandwich or meal deal from a supermarket or bakery costs about £3–£5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from The Windsor?
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, June, September — warm, pleasant weather for walking the Royal Crescent and Thermae Bath Spa roof pool, yet crowds are thinner than in August.
Principales atracciones en 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.