Best Bath Houses in Cheddar Gorge & Caves

"The Thermae Bath spa is a tradition that goes back over 2000 years. It’s a city that grew in fits and starts with the periods of history jumping jerkily over hundreds of years as if the intervening years were the blink of an eye. Coming from a country like the USA which is only a few hundred years old, it’s amazing to think about this time line."

"If you fancy a spa day, Thermae Bath Spa is the UK’s only natural thermal spa. At the end of the day, take a bus or train to Cardiff."

"Nestled within four acres of mature award-winning gardens, The Bath Priory hotel is a tranquil oasis just a short walk away from the city centre, think country house in the city. The hotel feels like a private residence, rooms are named after flowers and each of the 33 guest-rooms are different, and adorned with art work and antiques, sourced by Andrew and Christina Brownsword the hotel proprietors. Rooms come in various categories from classic through to deluxe with beautiful views out to the garden and their own balconies and if you want to go for the ultimate luxury experience choose one of their suites which include decadent roll top baths and separate living areas."

"Not only does the hotel have a luxurious spa, it has its eye very much on all things budding and beautiful – it has a stunning, award-winning garden and all its rooms are named after flowers. The Heather and Lilac offer ‘Romeo & Juliet’ balconies overlooking the gardens. The Bath Priory is perfect for a romantic weekend."

"The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa encompasses two townhouses in Bath's showpiece Georgian crescent, plus a large and beautiful garden and further buildings to the rear. The elegant tone is set by curvaceous staircases overseen by classical busts, lounges with chandeliers and oil paintings, and extravagant suites with elaborate stuccoed ceilings."

"Hidden within luxurious boutique hotel No.15 Great Pulteney, on one of Bath’s grandest streets, Bar 15 is a peaceful cocktail spot. Swizzling and shaking the best British spirits, liqueurs, shrubs, syrups, brews and bitters, their bar staff mix all kinds of scrummy cocktails. Their gin selection is particularly impressive and features all the usual classics as well as local tipples."

"Another new kid in the list of best hotels in Bath, England, No 15 Great Pulteney boasts a charming and pleasing boutique aesthetic in a pristine location. The hotel comprises three townhouses that have been converted into 40 rooms. All these rooms are thoughtfully decorated with quirky murals by local artists, custom furniture, and a mix of all the elements and the fabrics."

"On TripAdvisor reviewer wrote: 'I spent a long time researching hotels to stay in Bath and I have to say without a doubt that I picked the best!. The location is amazing, the rooms are very nicely done, the spa is lovely and the drinks are good!. I will definitely return here when I come back to Bath and would recommend anyone to stay here."

"With fifteen locations throughout England and Scotland, Pure Spa and Beauty offers a wide variety of treatments in easily and fully accessible urban locations. Their Bristol location is right in the heart of the city on Park Street, making it incredibly convenient whether you’re looking for a quick treatment after work or a full spa day. To make sure you can schedule a treatment that works with your schedule, they’re open from 10 am to 7 pm on weekdays and until 6 pm on the weekends."

"Set in an 18th-century Palladian mansion on 500 acres, Lucknam Park Hotel is only 10 miles from the city of Bath. A true 5-star country estate, Lucknam Park not only delivers on luxury, it also hits that elusive mark that typical 5-star hotels don’t often reach, which can only be explained as the “it” factor."

"Bath is a city steeped in history, from the Roman Baths to the historic Abbey. Looking like a manor straight out of Downton Abbey, walking into MacDonald Hotel feels like being transported back in time. The facilities are very much of the 21st century however, with a pool, fitness centre and lounge all open to guests."

"Huge four-poster beds, rooms that can only be described as sweeping and a cracking spa - this five-star hotel is a beauty. One TripAdvisor reviewer wrote: 'We loved our stay at the hotel. The hotel is situated above the city but within easy walking distance to explore."

"Set in beautiful gardens, Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel features a spa and award-winning restaurant. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Bath Abbey. With luxury marble and mahogany decor, rooms have satellite TV and tea/coffee facilities."

"Next door, you'll find its sibling, the Real Italian Pizza Co, which, with its wood-fired oven and thin crusts, is bringing proper pizza to Bath (£6.95 - £9.95). This creperia and gelateria, meanwhile, concentrates on the sweet stuff. The honeycomb pieces were rather humdrum, but, otherwise, an intensely fresh and creamy vanilla cone is testament to the Italians' fastidiousness over food."

"This dessert house offers anything from creamy milkshakes to loaded waffles. The best thing about this dessert place is that you can create your own if you aren’t feeling their readymade options with an abundance of selection to pick from. Choose from their huge freshly made range of cakes, delicious topped waffles, soft crepes, creamy ice cream and mouth-watering milkshakes of any flavour!"

"Park Street dessert bar Kaspa's is also a paradise for fans of sugary goods, with waffles, crepes, sundaes and more on the menu. The Reese's Peanut Butter Waffle is particularly special and well worth ordering for a weekend pick-me-up. You can order from Kaspa's on Uber Eats."

"Cabot Tower, found in Brandon Hill Park and not far from the city centre, is free to go up and has 360 degree views across the Bristol skyline and further afield. There’s over 100 narrow steps to climb up the winding staircase, but the views are definitely worth it when you get to the top (especially on a clear day or at sunset). If the climb isn’t quite for you, then you can also see some great views of Bristol from Brandon Hill Park itself as well."

"The 105-foot-tall historic tower sits within the Brandon Hill public park and nature reserve. Brandon Hill is the city’s oldest park, filled with a variety of trees and shrubs, as well as lovely views and walking paths. Cabot Tower’s stone walls change with the light, and a plain light-gray or cream can become a soft red, a particularly pleasant pairing with the greens of the vegetation surrounding the tower."

"Brandon Hill Park, Great George St, Brandon Hill near Park Street, BS1 5RR. Rating: 4.5 / 5 from 1,402 reviews. Cabot Tower is located at the summit of the stunning Brandon Hill, one of the most popular spots in the city for picnics and walks."

"Adjacent to Wells Cathedral is another must see place, called Vicars’ Close. It is apparently the oldest residential street in Europe!. The first houses along this street were built in the mid 14th century and it was home to a group of chantry priests."