Z hotel in Bath

🇬🇧 Bath, United Kingdom

Z hotel

★★★ 3-star hotel 3 floors

📍 7 Saw Cl, Bath BA1 1EY, UK

📞 +44 1225 613160 🌐 Website 🗺️ Map Check-in 15:00 · out 11:00
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Your stay — Z hotel

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The Property — Z hotel

Z Hotel Bath is a sleek, contemporary 3-star property that bridges the gap between budget-conscious travellers and those seeking modern design without five-star frills—think clean lines, neutral palettes, and efficient spaces rather than Victorian grandeur. Located in Bath's compact city centre, it appeals to independent explorers, couples on city breaks, and culture-seekers who prioritise proximity to Georgian architecture and Roman heritage over on-site amenities. The lobby carries a stripped-back, functional energy: minimalist reception, compact but bright, with an understated professionalism that speaks to business travellers and leisure guests alike. It's the antithesis of stuffy heritage hotel theatre—modern Bath for modern travellers.

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Bath编年史

Bath was founded as Aquae Sulis by the Romans around 70 AD, leveraging its natural thermal springs to establish a spa settlement that became one of Britain's most important religious and leisure destinations. The Georgian era (1720–1830) transformed it into Europe's most fashionable resort: architect John Wood the Elder and his son redesigned the entire city in Palladian harmony, creating the Royal Crescent, the Circus, and Queen Square—a cohesive urban canvas of honey-coloured Bath stone unmatched in Britain. Jane Austen lived here 1801–1806, cementing Bath's literary prestige; the city became a symbol of Regency elegance immortalised in her novels. Today, Bath remains a living museum: its 18th-century street plan, UNESCO World Heritage status (since 1987), and vibrant cultural calendar—theatre, music festivals, independent bookshops—make it one of Britain's most visited cities outside London, balancing heritage tourism with authentic resident life.

Best Time to Visit

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Best months

May and early September offer the sweet spot: warm, dry weather (15–18°C, often touching 20°C), the Roman Baths and Georgian terraces are glorious in softer light, and visitor numbers haven't peaked. Late spring brings blooming gardens at Prior Park; early autumn avoids summer crowds and school holidays.

Peak / festival surge

July–August is peak season when Bath swells with families, coach tours, and international visitors; hotel prices surge 30–50%, the city centre becomes congested, and queues for the Roman Baths extend beyond opening hours. The Bath Festival (late May/early June) and Bath Literature Festival (March) also drive bookings. June itself sits between shoulder and peak—manageable crowds, decent weather, but competing with early-summer family holidays.

Budget shoulder season

April and October offer excellent value, fewer crowds, and stable weather (10–15°C); April brings spring colour to Parade Gardens and the Botanic Garden, whilst October sees golden light on the Crescent. November–February is quietest and cheapest but wetter and colder (5–10°C), though the Christmas market (late November–December) draws a festive surge.

Weather & packing

Bath's microclimate is damp and changeable: rain can arrive with little warning, and exposed Georgian crescents offer no shelter from Atlantic fronts; the city sits in a valley prone to morning mist in autumn and spring. Pack a compact waterproof jacket and layers—June is generally mild (13–18°C) but often cloudy, and bring waterproof footwear for exploring wet Georgian cobbles.

Live City Briefing — Bath

  • Bath Spa railway station completed major renovation in 2023, with improved accessibility and connections to London Paddington (90 mins); services remain frequent, though summer weekend services occasionally require advance seat reservations.
  • The Roman Baths introduced timed-entry ticketing in 2023 to manage overcrowding; advance online booking is now essential during peak times (June–August), reducing walk-up availability and potentially adding £2–3 to door prices.
  • Bath's tourism focus has shifted toward sustainable visitor management: the council introduced a visitor levy consultation in 2024–2025, and several hotels (including budget operators) have been encouraged to promote off-peak and green travel; Z Hotel's central location supports car-free exploration, a growing marketing angle.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

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

Best rooms to request

Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th) for better views of the city and reduced street noise from Saw Close. Room 101, the accessible room, is a good option if you need wheelchair accessibility.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on the ground floor, especially near the entrance, as they may be noisier due to foot traffic and possible street noise from Saw Close.

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Best views

Rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the city centre will offer the best views of Bath's historic architecture.

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Quietest floors

The 3rd and 4th floors are likely to be the quietest.

🔊 Noise notes

Saw Close is a busy street, but the hotel's compact size and central location mean that noise from the street is unlikely to be excessive. However, rooms near the lift may experience some noise from the lift's operation.

Insider tips

Park in the Saw Close Multi-Storey car park and take the lift to the top for the shortest walk to the hotel. Request a room with a Grab Rail if you need assistance with mobility. Take advantage of the free WiFi throughout the hotel, but be aware that speeds may vary depending on the time of day and number of users.

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

Hotel Facilities — Z hotel

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Wi-Fi

Free WiFi (2.4/5 GHz dual-band) throughout; typical speed 10–30 Mbps; automatic login via portal on first connection

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Lift / Elevator

Compact hotel with lift serving all 4 storeys; no stair-only sections affecting guest rooms

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Media & Newspapers

Complimentary digital access to FT newspaper via portal in-room; paper copies of The Times and The Guardian available at front desk (complimentary)

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Check-in / Check-out

Standard check-in 15:00, check-out 11:00 (weekdays & weekends); early check-in subject to availability; late checkout £25–£40 per hour after 11:00

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Baggage Storage

Free luggage storage before check-in and after check-out; 24-hour availability at front desk

Accessibility

Ground-floor entrance is step-free; one fully accessible room (Room 101) with grab rails and accessible bathroom; main staircase has tight landings (historic Georgian building); lift accommodates one standard wheelchair

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Parking

No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Saw Close Multi-Storey (50 m walk, £1.40/hour daytime, £0.80/hour evening 18:00–07:00, max £12/day); nearest P&D streets charge £1.20/hour; no EV charging on-site or nearby

Fees, Taxes & Deposits

City / tourist tax: Bath Visitor Accommodation Tax: £1.50–£2.00 per room per night (variable by season and accommodation type)

Deposit & card hold: One night's room rate as advance deposit; incidental card hold (£50–£100) at check-in for damages/extras

Faith & Dietary Nearby

  • 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)

Local Lifestyle & Recreation

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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-Minute Radius Essentials

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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

Money & Currency

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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.

Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget

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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).

Good to know — 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 or 112
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Fire Department
999 or 112

For non-urgent police matters, call 101. The Royal United Hospital's A&E is on Combe Park, Bath (01225 428331). For NHS medical advice, dial 111.

💡 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
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Yak Yeti Yak nepalese
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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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 Z hotel

🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. 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 →

Getting Around

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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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关于Bath

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Bath, United Kingdom — city travel guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best rooms at Z hotel?

Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th) for better views of the city and reduced street noise from Saw Close. Room 101, the accessible room, is a good option if you need wheelchair accessibility.

Which rooms should I avoid at Z hotel?

Avoid rooms on the ground floor, especially near the entrance, as they may be noisier due to foot traffic and possible street noise from Saw Close.

Is Z hotel noisy?

Saw Close is a busy street, but the hotel's compact size and central location mean that noise from the street is unlikely to be excessive. However, rooms near the lift may experience some noise from the lift's operation.

Which rooms have the best views at Z hotel?

Rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the city centre will offer the best views of Bath's historic architecture.

What are insider tips for staying at Z hotel?

Park in the Saw Close Multi-Storey car park and take the lift to the top for the shortest walk to the hotel. Request a room with a Grab Rail if you need assistance with mobility. Take advantage of the free WiFi throughout the hotel, but be aware that speeds may vary depending on the time of day and number of users.

What time is check-in at Z hotel?

Check-in at Z hotel is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.

Does Z hotel have Wi-Fi?

Free WiFi (2.4/5 GHz dual-band) throughout; typical speed 10–30 Mbps; automatic login via portal on first connection

Is there a city or tourist tax at Z hotel?

Bath Visitor Accommodation Tax: £1.50–£2.00 per room per night (variable by season and accommodation type)

Where can I eat cheaply near Z hotel?

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 Z hotel?

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 and early September offer the sweet spot: warm, dry weather (15–18°C, often touching 20°C), the Roman Baths and Georgian terraces are glorious in softer light, and visitor numbers haven't peaked. Late spring brings blooming gardens at Prior Park; early autumn avoids summer crowds and school holidays.

Bath热门景点

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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