The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant
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The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant

Discover The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant, an 3-star stay in Wells. With a score of 8.8/10 based on 90 reviews, it offers an outstanding blend of quality and value, with prices starting from US$98.

Check-In & Check-Out

From 14:00 until 11:00

Nearby Attractions

Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios: 0.02 km away

Wells Market Cross & Fountain: 0.09 km away

Wells Conservative Club: 0.08 km away

Amenity Highlights

Food & Drink: Room service, Restaurant, Bar

The above hotel prices are based on Trip.com for July 16-July 22.

The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant

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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Italian restaurant
Ideal location
Bar
Garden
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Property Description
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Cleanliness8.8
Amenities8.8
Location8.8
Service8.8
Surroundings
Airport: Bristol Airport
(27.5 km)
Train: Castle Cary Station
(19.8 km)
Train: Bruton
(21.3 km)
Landmarks: Heritage Courtyard Gallery and Studios
(<100m)
Landmarks: Wells Conservative Club
(<100m)
Landmarks: Wells Market Cross & Fountain
(<100m)
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City Double Or Twin Room

2 single beds and 1 double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Shower
Electric fan
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Superior Double Room

1 double bed
Non-smoking
Bathtub
TV
Electric fan
Towels
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Guest Room

1 queen bed
Non-smoking
Shower
Electric fan
Wi-Fi in room
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Single Room With Single Bed

1 single bed
Non-smoking
TV
Shower
Electric fan
Towels
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Guest Room

1 double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
Private toilet
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Average for similar properties in Wells
PNjie1983
July 24, 2024
I loved the surroundings of this hotel. It's a truly medieval setting. There's a monastery right outside the entrance, which you can visit and is truly spectacular. There's also a castle-like ancient building surrounded by a moat with swans. The stairs to the rooms are quite interesting. Breakfast is made to order and is delicious. It includes bread, sausage, and scrambled eggs, as well as bacon and black pudding. Parking is available right outside the entrance. We arrived at 9 PM and left at 10:00 AM the next day. There was no charge for this time. If I were to visit Wells again, I would choose this hotel again. Thank you for your warm hospitality! It made you feel right at home.
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Fiona
April 8, 2026
You step back in history when you stay at the Gatehouse. Amazing in-house Italian restaurant. Breakfast was delicious and generous. All the staff were friendly and efficient.
David
April 4, 2026
Very welcoming staff at check in.The room was nice, the stairs could be a problem for some people. Breakfast was excellent with lovely produce, our table overlooked the cathedral so we could enjoy the views.The lady who served us was so friendly. All shops, restaurants,pubs and the cathedral were within a few minutes walk.Our only problem was finding an overnight car park close by.
Helen
March 9, 2026
Beautiful. Perfectly placed in the centre of wells. Staff are helpful and friendly. Our room (no 2) had a beautiful four poster, a lovely shower (but not really suitable for a larger person) as the door only opened a very small way. The pin opposite did play loud music on the Fri and sat night until gone midnight but it didn’t bother us too much
judith
February 11, 2026
The room was fantastic - it had literally just been refurbished (had an amazing four poster bed that was very comfortable). The food in the restaurant was delicious and all of the staff were so kind and helpful, special shout out to the lovely lady that prepared our breakfast - she was excellent!
Rachel
February 9, 2026
Easy check in, friendly and attentive staff and rooms that are spotlessly clean, oh, and a great breakfast! What more could you want 🙂
Gary Work
January 24, 2026
it was spotless, had everything we needed and the staff were super friendly. have already recommended to friends
Joely
January 3, 2026
This hotel was an excellent place to stay in Wells - super convenient location in town with great cathedral view. Room was comfortable with nice touches. Staff was very kind. The breakfast was also a highlight that I would recommend, the breakfast chef does an excellent job and it is a great spread!
Thomas
December 26, 2025
Historically layered building attached to Brown's Gatehouse (I'm not sure if one of the rooms is literally IN the gatehouse?) and overlooking the cathedral. Rooms located above an Italian restaurant, they're pleasant but very much Inn or B&B type, so you hear every creaky footstep, especially if on the first floor. Ear plugs recommended. Sometimes when you stay at a hotel with a restaurant you might be offered a free drink or discount — given in this case you can hear the restaurant until around 11pm, and you're dodging waiters as you go in and out the building, it might be a nice touch to offer something extra to paying guests? (along with those ear plugs…)

Services & Amenities

Restaurant
No additional info available

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 14:00
Check-out: Before 11:00

Front desk hours: [Mon, Thurs-Sun]08:00–22:00

Self check-in: Contact the property for instructions on how to obtain the card/keys

Child policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.

Breakfast
StyleA la carte
Opening hours [Mon - Fri] 07:30-09:30 Open [Sat - Sun] 08:00-09:30 Open
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are allowed on requestAdditional charge
Fee: Contact the property for details

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old

Paying at the hotel

  • Cash

Property Description

Local hotel name: The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant
  • Number of Rooms: 8
Phone:+44-1749672029
A stay at The Ancient Gatehouse Hotel places you in the heart of Wells, steps from Wells & Mendip Museum and Wells Cathedral. This guesthouse is 11 mi (17.7 km) from Cheddar Gorge and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Wells Bishop's Palace.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Rugantino, a restaurant which specializes in Italian cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, multilingual staff, and a safe deposit box at the front desk.
Stay in one of 9 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and electric kettles.

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What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant?

Check-in time at The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant starts at 14:00, and check-out time is by 11:00.

Are pets allowed at The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant?

Yes, pets are welcome at The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant, but we recommend calling ahead to confirm details (e.g., pet size, fees).

How much does it cost to stay at The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant?

Room prices at The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant vary by travel dates, hotel policy, and other factors. Enter your travel dates to see current prices.

How to get to The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant from the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is Bristol Airport, located about 35 mins from hotel by car (27.5 km) away.

What’s the cancellation policy at The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant?

The cancellation policy at The Ancient Gatehouse & Rugantino Restaurant depends on your room type and booking terms.

About This Property

Nearest AirportBristol Intl. Airport
Distance to Airport27.47KM
Nearest Train StationCastle Cary Station
Distance to Train Station19.81KM
Average Price FromUSD186
Hotel Star Rating3
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