Bath is famous for its ancient thermal spas, many of which pass as both tourist attractions and leisure activities in their own right. But the city is also home to a number of more contemporary spa offerings, featuring state-of-the-art facilities and indulgent treatments.
If you’re planning a visit to Bath and fancy ensconcing yourself in a luxurious spa hotel, we’ve assessed the very best that the city has to offer to come up with our top three, based on price, location and guest reviews.
The Gainsborough Bath Spa
From £183/ night
With authentic Roman Baths just 100 yards away, guests at The Gainsborough can sample two contrasting type of spa experience during their stay: one a step back in time and the other a more contemporary indulgence. The latter is available thanks to the hotel’s Spa Village, set beneath an eye-catching glass atrium and featuring a naturally heated thermal pool, saunas, a steam room, an ice alcove and elegant relaxation areas. , Part of an award-winning spa group with Malaysian origins, there are plenty of cultural nods to the east in the Spa’s lavish decor. For an extra dash of luxury, you can book into one of the exclusive guest rooms that offer in-bathroom access to the Spa’s thermal waters.
Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel
From £147/ night
Housed in a striking Georgian building amid pristine landscaped grounds on the outskirts of Bath, this is a quintessential UK Spa hotel that combines a tranquil rural setting with contemporary facilities. The Spa itself is set within self-contained gardens surrounded by an attractive garden wall. Venture indoors and you’ll discover indulgence aplenty, with a modern hydrotherapy pool, sauna and steam rooms, and luxurious treatments all available for guests. There’s also a heated outdoor swimming pool offering scenic views. Elsewhere in the hotel, you’ll find a gourmet restaurant serving modern British cuisine, widely considered one of the finest dining destinations in Bath.
Homewood Park Hotel and Spa
From £131
Housed in a striking Georgian building amid pristine landscaped grounds on the outskirts of Bath, this is a quintessential UK Spa hotel that combines a tranquil rural setting with contemporary facilities. The Spa itself is set within self-contained gardens surrounded by an attractive garden wall. Venture indoors and you’ll discover indulgence aplenty, with a modern hydrotherapy pool, sauna and steam rooms, and luxurious treatments all available for guests. There’s also a heated outdoor swimming pool offering scenic views. Elsewhere in the hotel, you’ll find a gourmet restaurant serving modern British cuisine, widely considered one of the finest dining destinations in Bath.