The Bath PrioryvsMacdonald Bath Spa Hotel
Both The Bath Priory and MacDonald Bath Spa Hotel are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Bath Priory is the choice of most professionals compared to MacDonald Bath Spa Hotel. The Bath Priory comes in at 90 with praise from 9 sources such as Insight Guides, DK Eyewitness and Oyster.
The Bath Priory Show All Reviews
Weston Road, Bath BA1 2XT
From $220/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"Set amid four acres of landscaped grounds near the Royal Crescent, this rambling 19th-century stone inn feels more country house than townhouse."
Insight Guides
"One of Bath’s best luxury hotels. An exquisite Gothic-style country house west of Victoria Park."
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Ask for a room with a balcony overlooking the beautiful gardens.
DK Eyewitness
"Located just outside the centre of Bath, this hotel offers upmarket luxury accommodation."
Star Service
"One kilometer west of the city center, near Royal Victoria Park and a golf course, this tucked away country-house hotel, is a real find." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"This lovely 33-room country estate turned hotel attracts an upscale clientele seeking privacy and close proximity to Bath." Full review
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Elegant hotel restaurant made up of several areas: a smart cocktail bar; an airy dining room overlooking the gardens; and a contemporary orangery and terrace." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The Bath Priory delivers the refined atmosphere and all the trappings of an upmarket country-house hotel, yet within walking distance of the city centre." Full review
Hideaway Report
94.0
"Intimate family-owned 1835 manor less than a mile from central Bath, offering a country-house-in-the-city atmosphere." Full review
Michelin Guide
0 Stars
"At the heart of the hotel is our celebrated restaurant, headed up by Executive chef Michael Nizzero, with magnificent views across the hotel’s award-winning gardens" Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"Romance and coziness in one countryside package." Full review
Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel
Sydney Road, Bath BA2 6JF
From $206/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"This 129-room Georgian mansion, set among seven acres of landscaped gardens, is a mostly peaceful getaway in the hills outside the city. ...It's become a favorite destination for conference attendees."
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You can escape the hordes by hitting the pool, the large spa, the gym, or the croquet lawn—or by booking one of the butler-serviced Imperial Suites.
Frommer's
"This stunning restored 19th-century mansion is a 10-minute walk from the center of Bath... The rooms are handsomely furnished, and most of them are spacious." Full review
Star Service
"The 21 Imperial suites in the annex are done in a chic, eclectic bent, mixing contemporary and traditional elements in soothing earth tones that attract the most attention from repeat guests." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Guests are greeted by manicured grounds, a columned facade, and sweeping stone staircases, all adding to the fine English manor ambiance." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A major selling point is its substantial and smart spa." Full review