Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel

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Summary of reviewsThe Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel is a luxurious 5-star hotel located in a beautiful and historic building in a quiet and lovely neighbourhood, ideal for those looking for a relaxing and peaceful stay. The hotel's staff team is friendly and generally brilliant, complementing the exceptional service provided. The dinner experience is generally superb and amazing with the calamari being a standout dish. The rooms are spacious and well decorated with many offering stunning views of the city. However, some areas could use a little updating and certain rooms may lack proper ventilation or have noisy fans. The spa facilities are enjoyable with the outdoor pool being a highlight, though some guests mention issues with staff shortages and cleanliness. While the breakfast experience can be hit or miss, the hotel in general is considered a luxurious stay and worth the price.
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Luxury Hotel
This elegant hotel offers first class service, luxury accomodation, diverse dining and outstanding experience. Moreover, the property is surrounded with stunning gardens offering relaxation and tranquility.

Hotel near Golf Courses
The nearest golf course is 250 meters away from the property.

Historic Hotel
The property is an original private luxury house from 1830's.

Hotel for Honeymoon
Ideal place to create romance as Bath is the most romantic city in UK where tradition, history and romance are ideal setting to create lasting memories.

Hotel with Spa
Nestled in the picturesque city of Bath, the Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel is the perfect spot for a luxurious getaway. From soothing massages to rejuvenating facials, the hotel's ELEMIS treatments are expertly tailored to suit your unique needs and leave you feeling refreshed and pampered. The hotel is proud to partner with Jennifer Young and be among the first UK hotels to offer spa treatments for those living with or beyond cancer. The spa offers a wide range of services including massage, body treatments, facials, beauty treatments, and nail services.

Family Friendly Hotel
Children up to 14 years old can use the swimming pool between 8am-5pm, accompanied by an adult.

Romantic Hotel
With Britain's only hot springs, the most genteel of Georgian architecture and a Jane Austen legacy, Bath is a most romantic city; enjoy that romance, tradition and history starting from Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel.

Hotel with Swimming Pool
Bath Spa Macdonald Hot has a 15 meter indoor swimming pool and Outdoor hydrotherapy pool, refreshing dip is guaranteed.

  Indoor Pool    Outdoor Pool  


Business Hotel
Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel offers stylish meeting rooms are ideal for small business meetings.

Accessible Hotel
Fully accessible to wheelchair users.

Hotel with Gym
Complimentary access tot he fineness center is available for hotel guests.

5-Star Hotel
Located right in the center of historic Bath, the five-star Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel is one of Bath's top luxury hotels.

Dog Friendly Hotel

Hotel for Yoga

Hotel with Outdoor Pool

Hotel with Indoor Pool

Room Types
Classic Courtyard Double Situated in a separate wing of the hotel and accessed via courtyard gardens. The elegant room includes a comfortable bed, flat-screen satellite TV, desk and safe. The en suite marble bathroom is fitted with a bathtub, toiletries and hairdryer.

Deluxe Double Room with Garden View This spacious elegant room features views over the private gardens and large workspace. Room includes a flat-screen satellite TV, desk and safe. The en suite marble bathroom is fitted with a bathtub, toiletries and hairdryer with extras including bathrobes and slippers.

Deluxe Courtyard Doubles Situated in a separate wing of the hotel and accessed via courtyard gardens, rooms with flat-screen TVs and safes are individually styled with unique features such as grand fireplaces, four-post beds and a separate sitting room. The en suite marble bathroom is fitted with a bathtub, toiletries and hairdryer with extras including bathrobes and slippers.

Deluxe Twin Room with Garden View This spacious elegant room features views over the private gardens and large workspace. Room includes a flat-screen satellite TV, desk and safe. The en suite marble bathroom is fitted with a bathtub, toiletries and hairdryer with extras including bathrobes and slippers.

Standard Double Room The elegant room includes a comfortable bed, flat-screen satellite TV, desk and safe. The en suite marble bathroom is fitted with a bathtub, toiletries and hairdryer.

Super Deluxe Room This elegant room in a separate wing is fitted with a comfortable bed, flat-screen TV and safe. The en suite marble bathroom is fitted with a bathtub, toiletries and hairdryer with extras including bathrobes and slippers.

Standard Twin Room The elegant room includes a comfortable bed, flat-screen satellite TV, desk and safe. The en suite marble bathroom is fitted with a bathtub, toiletries and hairdryer.

The Belgrave Suite and The Cavendish Suite This suite offers a separate room with a four-poster bed and a lounge area with a flat-screen mirror TV, safe and views of Bath. The en suite facilities include a roll-top bath, a separate shower and TV with additional items including a hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers and toiletries. Includes complimentary Valet parking

Presidential Suite This suite features a separate bedroom with a four-poster bed, a living room with a flat-screen TV, safe and panoramic views of Bath. The en suite facilities contain a roll-top bath, a separate shower and a TV. Guests will also find toiletries, a hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers. Includes complimentary Valet parking

About Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel
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Guest Reviews
7.9
Good
Location
Located in a quiet and lovely neighbourhood, Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel boasts a beautiful old building with stunning and well-manicured grounds surrounding the property. It's in a fantastic location that's perfect for site-seeing and a short walk into the heart of Bath. Many guests noted that it was convenient to walk into town with some saying it was just a 10-15 minute leisurely stroll. The hotel is also situated near Holbourne Museum and provides a fantastic view of Bath from some of its rooms. With plenty to do and see in Bath, this hotel's location is a great position and handy for exploring the city centre.

Breakfast
The breakfast experience at Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel seems to be hit or miss according to guest reviews. While some guests enjoyed a good selection of continental options and approved of the cooked breakfast, others had disappointing experiences with service that could be improved, disorganisation, long waits, small portions and certain breakfast choices being charged extra. Some guests praised the delicious food, while others found it cold, lacking in options such as vegan and dairy-free and not up to standard considering the price. Some guests even suggested avoiding breakfast at the hotel altogether and walking to nearby Bath for a better experience. The common theme among guests seems to be that the breakfast service needs improving and that guests should allow plenty of time for their meal.

Dinner
Guests have a mixed experience when it comes to dining at the Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel. Some describe it as exceptional, highlighting the service and quality of food. Others find the food overpriced with the alcohol being particularly overpriced. Some guests had issues with the online menu not matching the actual menu in the restaurant and others found the dinner menu could have been more varied.

On the positive side, guests enjoyed their dinner with some describing it as superb, amazing and delicious. The calamari was particularly excellent. One guest had a lovely evening meal in the lounge, while another found the restaurant to be excellent. However, some guests were disappointed with the small helpings of food and poor quality and the fact that 3 of the 7 main courses were not available.

Breakfast received mixed reviews with some saying it was ok but could have been better. Service in the restaurant at breakfast was slow and hit-and-miss for some, which put them off eating in the hotel in the evening.

There was a mix of opinions regarding the restaurant and bar menu. Some found it to be excellent with wonderful wine, while others felt it was overpriced and only offered one vegetarian option. The bar menu promised more than it delivered.

Overall, while guests had different experiences, there were positive reviews of dinner, including the amazing calamari and excellent restaurant, as well as negative reviews concerning small helpings of food and poor availability of some dishes. Prices were generally considered to be very expensive.

Rooms
Looking for a comfortable stay in Bath with great views of the city? Then the Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel is perfect for you. The rooms are generally spacious and well decorated, though some guests noted that certain areas could use a little updating and cleaning. But despite small details like dust on tables or dirty bathroom floors, most guests found the rooms to be very comfortable and clean with big, comfortable beds. Some rooms even offer stunning views of the city and come with luxurious amenities like large bathrooms and spa services. However, be aware that some of the rooms lack quality soundproofing and certain older rooms may be in need of renovation. Overall, the hotel offers a lovely stay in a beautiful building with grounds to match. Just be sure to familiarize yourself with the hotel's layout beforehand and keep in mind that some rooms may lack proper ventilation or have noisy fans.

Beds
The Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel is known for providing exceptional comfort and relaxation with several guests praising the comfortable beds. Most guests found the beds to be incredibly comfortable with some describing them as "very, very, very comfy" and "extremely comfortable." However, a few guests mentioned that their beds were not up to par with one guest saying that their bed was "very soft/uncomfortable" and another complaining that their bed was "very lumpy" because it was made up of two single beds pushed together. Despite these complaints, most guests found the beds in their rooms to be comfortable and even praised the "great bed" in their accommodation. Overall, the Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel is a great place to rest and recharge with its comfortable beds making for a pleasant stay.

Cleanliness
The Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel offers spacious and comfortable rooms, some with great views, that are well presented and cleaned properly. However, some guests did raise concerns about minor cosmetic issues such as worn curtains and bed drapes and some highlighting dust or grouting that needed attention. The hotel itself was generally considered clean and tidy, but some guests felt that the spa facilities and changing rooms needed an upgrade and more attention to cleanliness. While some guests found the bathrooms a bit grubby, others enjoyed pleasant en suites. The hotel's staff are friendly and guests generally appreciated their commitment to cleanliness. Overall, while there were some minor issues with cleanliness, most guests enjoyed their stay in a beautifully maintained and comfortable hotel.

Staff
The Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel boasts an exceptional and friendly staff team who are always willing to provide world-class support to guests. While some visitors reported encountering unhelpful reception staff, the majority had positive interactions with the team who were described as both approachable and courteous. Some guests did experience some issues with staff shortages which caused stress and chaos in some areas of the hotel, such as breakfast service. However, most visitors reported that staff were generally brilliant and went above and beyond to be helpful and attentive - especially the bar staff! Housekeeping was hit and miss, but overall the hotel's excellent staff team are a good ambassador for the hotel and were praised for their professionalism and friendly demeanor.

Spa
The Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel offers guests a lovely spa facility that is easily accessible and included in room. The spa features a great outdoor pool, several saunas and steam rooms and a relaxing jacuzzi. While some guests noted that the spa was a bit tired and in need of some maintenance/upgrading, others found it to be fantastic and amazing. The outdoor pool was particularly enjoyable with guests describing it as lovely and great. Despite positive reviews, some guests experienced disappointments such as overcrowding and a lack of regular cleaners. Those who were unable to schedule a spa appointment were disappointed as this was the main reason for booking a spa hotel. Despite some imperfections, guests generally found the spa facilities to be good and enjoyable with some describing it as a nice treat.

Pool
The Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel boasts a lovely pool, including a heated outdoor pool that's perfect for star-gazing at night. However, some guests note that the outside spa pool wasn't quite hot enough for their liking. Overall, the pool facilities - including saunas, steam and jacuzzi - were fantastic with some guests even staying late to enjoy the starry night sky from the comfort of the jacuzzi. However, a few negative reviews mention that the pool area could use some improvement, such as leaving the fire door open, making it too chilly for some guests on loungers. Additionally, a few guests comment that the pool is smaller than it looks in photos, but it is still enjoyable and accessible. Despite some minor issues, the majority of guests felt that the pool and facilities were nice and well-kept.

5 Star
Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel is a beautiful building located in a stunning setting. Despite being advertised as a 5-star luxury hotel, some guests claim that it falls short of this standard. However, others have stated that the hotel is indeed 5-star and provides nice rooms with garden views. Prices can be a bit steep with some guests claiming to have experienced issues with refunds. While some have praised the hotel's spa, others have found it unacceptable for a 5-star establishment. The service is reportedly average with some guests voicing concerns about issues that should not be present in a high-end hotel. Overall, while there are criticisms, many guests continue to enjoy their stay at the Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel.

Outdoor Pool
The Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel is a great choice for those looking for a luxurious experience. The lovely setting of the hotel adds to its charm, making it the perfect place for a relaxing getaway. The outdoor heated pool is a highlight of the spa facilities and is perfect for a dip after a long day of exploring. However, some guests noted that the temperature of the outside spa pool was not hot enough. While the revamp of the outside pool can be put aside, the SPA pools are very warm including the outdoor pool. Some guests were disappointed that the outdoor jacuzzi pool was closed in the morning, but overall, the hotel received praise for its great spa and swimming pool facilities.

Indoor Pool
The Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel boasts a great outdoor Spa and indoor swimming pool, but guests shared mixed opinions about the latter. Some mentioned that the inside swimming pool needs some attention and is very small, while others appreciated the large well-heated pool. However, many were disappointed to find that there were only 10 beds around the indoor pool, which were always taken. Despite this, some guests still found the spa facilities and pool lovely and described them as great. The gym and spar facility were also mentioned positively with guests appreciating the nice warm swimming pools. Overall, while some guests may have been disappointed with the indoor pool, the spa and swimming pool facilities still received positive feedback.

Historic
The Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel is a truly remarkable historical landmark that oozes with character and charm. This beautiful Regency building has been lovingly restored, retaining its original features and adding to its allure. Whether you're visiting for a midweek break, a lovely weekend escape with your furry friend or just passing through, this hotel is bound to impress with its magnificent building and beautiful setting. The location is perfect, offering stunning views out onto Bath and a lovely walk into the city. Don't miss out on the opportunity to stay at this wonderful and historic hotel.

Luxury
The Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel offers a pleasing and luxurious ambience with luxury and comfort at every turn. The hotel's elegant building sits in beautiful grounds and is a stunning sight on first view. Guests can choose to stay in a beautiful super deluxe room complete with a luxury bathroom. Booking.com promises luxury services and the hotel certainly delivers. It's a beautiful and very fancy hotel in a stunning local. Guests are able to enjoy the lovely spa hotel and relax in a spacious and luxurious room and spa. Overall, it's a luxurious stay set in a beautiful area with many guests describing it as a 5-star experience. While some guests have had issues during their stay, it's still a lovely hotel worth considering.


Yes, Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel.

Yes, Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel welcomes dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel.

Yes, Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel has a gym.
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