🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom

Saco

📍 37, Saint James's Parade, Bath, BA1 1UH

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A sua permanência — Saco

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A propriedade — Saco

Saco Bath is a serviced-apartment setup rather than a traditional hotel, clustered across a few central Georgian townhouses. The lobby is small and unstaffed after hours, with key collection from a machine: efficient but impersonal. You get a clean, self-contained flat with a kitchen and separate lounge, ideal for couples or solo travellers who want space and the ability to cook rather than a concierge or bar. It suits pragmatic visitors who prioritise location and independence over hotel atmosphere.

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Crónicas de Bath

Bath was founded by the Romans around the thermal springs in the first century AD, making it the only natural hot springs in Britain. The medieval town grew as a wool and cloth centre, but its real transformation came in the 18th century, when architects John Wood the Elder and Younger built the graceful Georgian terraces, Royal Crescent and Circus that give the city its UNESCO World Heritage status. Jane Austen set two novels here, capturing its social scene as a spa resort for the fashionable and unwell. Today Bath draws crowds for its Roman Baths, the Abbey and the sweeping honey-stone crescents, with a literary festival and vibrant independent-shop scene.

Melhor época para visitar

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Melhores meses

May, September and early October: mild temperatures (15-20°C), long daylight hours, and lower chance of rain than midsummer; tourists are fewer than August but the city is lively.

Peak / Festival Surge

August is the busiest month, with school holidays and the Bath Festival (music and literature in late May/June) spilling over; hotel prices can double, and the Roman Baths queue for over an hour. The Christmas Market in late November-December also pushes prices high.

Orçamento da temporada

April and October offer solid discounts (20-30% off peak rates), cooler but still walkable weather (10-15°C), and far fewer queues at the major sites.

Tempo e embalagem

Bath's weather is famously changeable even in July—you can get sun, drizzle and a sharp breeze all in one day. Pack a light waterproof jacket and layers; leave the umbrella at home as the wind often turns it inside out.

Livro City Briefing — Bath

  • Bath's Clean Air Zone (CAZ) is now fully enforced; older petrol and diesel vehicles pay a daily charge to enter the central area, so check your car or use the park-and-ride.
  • The Roman Baths have introduced pre-booked timed slots year-round; book at least a week ahead for July visits to avoid sold-out afternoons.
  • Major roadworks on the A36/A46 approaches to Bath (2025-2027) may add 20-30 minutes to driving times from the M4; allow extra journey time if arriving by car.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Saco, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the rear courtyard (away from St James's Parade). These are quieter and have better light than lower floors overlooking the street.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid any room on the first or second floor facing St James's Parade — the street is busy with traffic and pedestrian noise, and windows here are standard double-glazed, so noise carries. Also avoid rooms directly above the small lobby in case of early morning footfall.

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Best views

Rooms on the top floor (4th) at the front have a partial view over the Parade towards Bath Abbey and the hills beyond — worth requesting if you don't mind traffic noise. Rear rooms see the courtyard garden and neighbouring rooftops.

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Quietest floors

Floors 3 and 4. The hotel is in a converted Georgian terrace, so upper floors are further from street-level activity and lift noise is minimal on these floors.

🔊 Noise notes

St James's Parade is a main road connecting to the city centre, with buses and taxis passing from 6am til late. There's a pub two doors down that can have spill-out noise on weekend evenings. The hotel's own central heating can produce occasional pipe noise on upper floors.

Insider tips

1. No on-site parking — use the Charlotte Street car park (5 mins walk, £12/day) or street parking on St James's Parade after 6pm free. 2. Request a room with a bath if that matters: only some rooms have them, and they're worth it for soaking after Bath's hills. 3. Check-in is in the small lobby — ask for a top-floor rear room when booking directly.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Instalações do hotel — Saco

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Wi-Fi

Free WiFi, standard broadband speeds (approx 20 Mbps download); no login, just connect to network

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Lift / Elevator

No lift; all rooms accessed via stairs (third-floor walk-up, no ground-floor rooms)

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Media & Newspapers

No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; building is a converted 19th-century townhouse with original sash windows and period features

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop available from 12:00 subject to space; late check-out fee of £20 until 12:00, after 12:00 charged for extra night

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Baggage Storage

Available on request at reception, free of charge

Accessibility

No step-free access; entrance has two steps, no ramp; property unsuitable for wheelchair users or those with mobility impairments

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Parking

No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Charlotte Street Car Park (BA1 2NE), £18 per 24 hours; no EV charging on premises

Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos

City / tourist tax: None

Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment at booking; £50 incidental hold on credit/debit card at check-in

Faith & Dietary nas proximidades

  • Church: Bath Abbey (301 m · ~4 min walk)
  • Church: Bath Christadelphians (317 m · ~4 min walk)
  • Church: St. Michael's Without (321 m · ~4 min walk)
  • Church: The Salvation Army (342 m · ~4 min walk)

Estilo de vida e recreação local

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Walking & Running

Queen Square — 254 m · ~3 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Bath Medical Museum — 216 m · ~3 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Komedia — 53 m · ~1 min walk

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Kids & Family

Widcombe Play Area — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk

5 minutos de rádio essencial

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 141 m · ~2 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Superdrug — 87 m · ~1 min walk

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Convenience Store

Sainsbury's Local — 82 m · ~1 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Bath Bus Station — 664 m · ~8 min walk

Dinheiro e moeda

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Local currency

British Pound Sterling, GBP

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Where to exchange

Use high-street banks or post offices for better rates than airport/tourist bureaux; many travellers use ATMs to withdraw cash directly, which typically offer competitive rates.

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Cards & contactless

Contactless cards and mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are widely accepted in shops, cafés, and restaurants; most venues accept major credit/debit cards.

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Tipping etiquette

15% is standard in restaurants for good service (often added automatically); round up for taxis or leave £1–2; hotel staff appreciate £1–2 per bag for porters.

Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento

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Cheap coffee

Chain café coffee (Greggs, Costa, Caff Nero) costs £2–2.50 for a standard cappuccino.

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Best-value lunch

Meal deal from supermarket chains or sandwich shop around £3.50–5, or fish & chips around £6–8.

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Affordable dinner

Pub main courses typically £9–14; curry or Chinese takeaway mains around £8–12.

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Street food & cheap eats

Bath city centre (near the Abbey and Market area) has casual food vendors; chip shops and kebab stands dot residential streets in BA1.

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Budget groceries

Tesco, Sainsbury's, and Asda are the main budget supermarkets; Lidl and Aldi offer particularly competitive prices across the area.

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Affordable clothes

Mainstream high-street chains (Marks & Spencer, Next, Primark) on Southgate Shopping Centre and Stall Street; charity shops common throughout BA1 for bargains.

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Cheapest way around

Local buses via First Bus (day ticket ~£5.50); train from Bristol Airport costs ~£17 return; local single journeys ~£2–2.50.

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Money-saving tips

Buy a weekly bus pass (around £19) if staying longer than 3 days; supermarkets offer 'meal deals' (sandwich, drink, snack for £3.50) and own-brand products are significantly cheaper than branded goods; many Bath attractions have free entry (Abbey courtyard, riverside walks).

É bom saber — Bath

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Plugs & power

Type G · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP

Emergency Contacts

Bath
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Ambulance / Medical
999
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Fire Department
999

Bath Police: 01225 532011, Bathurst Road Police Station: 01225 444444

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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The Architect Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Chat-A-Whyle Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
3
Yak Yeti Yak nepalese
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Wooden Nickel Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Boom Battle Bar Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Liberty Street Pub Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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The Angelfish Cafe Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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The White Feather Coffee Co Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bath, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Saco

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 141 m · ~2 min walkpharmacy · Superdrug — 87 m · ~1 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Vindo ao redor

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Local Bath Buses (Stagecoach / First Bus) £1.70-2.80 per journey

Bath City Centre → The Old Mill Hotel area

15 min · Every 10-20 minutes · 06:00-23:30

💡 Day Saver tickets available (£5.50). Perfect for visiting Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, and Georgian terraces nearby.

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Bristol Airport Flyer + GWR Train £18-28

Bristol Airport → Bath Spa Railway Station

75 min · Every 30 mins (bus) + trains every 15-30 mins · 05:15-23:45

💡 Most reliable option. Bath Spa Station is 10-minute walk to hotel. Train views of Roman Bath architecture worth the journey.

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Airport Transfer Taxi Service £45-65

Bristol Airport → The Old Mill Hotel, Bath

45 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 Book in advance for better rates. Journey passes through picturesque Somerset countryside.

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National Express / Megabus £8-15

Bristol Airport → Bath Bus Station

90 min · Every 1-2 hours · 06:00-23:00

💡 Most budget-friendly option. Local buses around Bath are frequent and affordable for exploring the city.

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Perguntas frequentes

What are the best rooms at Saco?

Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the rear courtyard (away from St James's Parade). These are quieter and have better light than lower floors overlooking the street.

Which rooms should I avoid at Saco?

Avoid any room on the first or second floor facing St James's Parade — the street is busy with traffic and pedestrian noise, and windows here are standard double-glazed, so noise carries. Also avoid rooms directly above the small lobby in case of early morning footfall.

Is Saco noisy?

St James's Parade is a main road connecting to the city centre, with buses and taxis passing from 6am til late. There's a pub two doors down that can have spill-out noise on weekend evenings. The hotel's own central heating can produce occasional pipe noise on upper floors.

Which rooms have the best views at Saco?

Rooms on the top floor (4th) at the front have a partial view over the Parade towards Bath Abbey and the hills beyond — worth requesting if you don't mind traffic noise. Rear rooms see the courtyard garden and neighbouring rooftops.

What are insider tips for staying at Saco?

1. No on-site parking — use the Charlotte Street car park (5 mins walk, £12/day) or street parking on St James's Parade after 6pm free. 2. Request a room with a bath if that matters: only some rooms have them, and they're worth it for soaking after Bath's hills. 3. Check-in is in the small lobby — ask for a top-floor rear room when booking directly.

What time is check-in at Saco?

Check-in at Saco is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Saco have Wi-Fi?

Free WiFi, standard broadband speeds (approx 20 Mbps download); no login, just connect to network

Is there a city or tourist tax at Saco?

None

Where can I eat cheaply near Saco?

Meal deal from supermarket chains or sandwich shop around £3.50–5, or fish & chips around £6–8.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Saco?

Local buses via First Bus (day ticket ~£5.50); train from Bristol Airport costs ~£17 return; local single journeys ~£2–2.50.

When is the best time to visit Bath?

May, September and early October: mild temperatures (15-20°C), long daylight hours, and lower chance of rain than midsummer; tourists are fewer than August but the city is lively.

Principais atrações em Bath

Pulteney Bridge Free

💡 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.

Bath Assembly Rooms Free

💡 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.

Royal Crescent Free

💡 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.

Bath Skyline Walk Free

💡 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.

Bath Abbey Free

💡 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.

Roman Baths

💡 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.

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  • Ratings — Google guest score, sourced live via Google Places API
  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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