Georgian courtyard bolthole
Life revolves around the historic central courtyard, where mornings begin over fresh coffee and evenings settle into candlelit wine and conversation.
Where it shines
Notable
Bedrooms combine Lewis and Wood patterned wallcoverings with Pooky lamps and freestanding tubs.
Notable
An eighteenth-century Georgian coaching inn restored around its Grade II listed central courtyard.
Listed
A ground-floor cafe transitions into an evening wine bar pouring English sparkling wine.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
15 rooms across four floors come with antique details and modern flourishes; one comes with a rooftop terrace, a couple more with freestanding tubs.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set in central Kingsmead, the inn sits a short walk from Queen Square, the Roman Baths, and independent shops along Milsom Street.
The rooms
Interiors pair original stone fireplaces and sash windows with textured fabrics, rainfall showers, and freestanding slipper baths in select rooms.
Courtyard Café & Wine Bar
The marble-topped counter serves morning pastries and espresso before switching to Cotswolds gin, Somerset cider, and sharing plates by night.
How it began
Esther Newman and Ed Haskins restored this 18th-century Georgian coaching inn, once known as the King's Arms, around its original open yard.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.