The Gainsborough Bath Spa

The Roman baths. The Georgian splendour. The Regency era elegance—straight from the pages of a Jane Austen novel. All the history and culture of Bath is artfully brought together at The Gainsborough—a boutique hotel with modern vintage sensibilities. Make a grand entrance through the 18th century colonnades to be greeted by refined interiors—jewel tones and a sense of serenity. The soothing tone is set by the Spa Village—a unique space created around the natural thermal springs for which the city has been renowned for centuries. Even the mosaic floor is an exact replica of the Roman tiles found here. Take a turn around the room with the Bath House Circuit—for an exclusive chance to dip into the waters, said to have healing properties. Go from infrared sauna to ice alcove, steam room to relaxation terrace. Then dive into a menu of aquatic spa therapies, with tatami rooms and a treatment space that includes its own thermal water tub. After all that relaxation, discover the other great pastime Bath is famous for—afternoon tea. The Gainsborough serves creative patisserie alongside loose leaf tea blends and champagne. Just be sure to leave room—and time—to enjoy the award-winning restaurant by Dan Moon. From Sunday lunch to indulgent tasting menus, the celebrated chef presents fine seasonal gastronomy with nods to his west country heritage, all served in a beautiful Georgian dining room. For aperitifs or nightcaps, mixologists in The Gainsborough Bar can mix you a Martini or introduce you to a cocktail made from Bath Gin. It could be the perfect preprandial ahead of a sophisticated night on the town—after all, The Gainsborough puts you moments from galleries and theatres. But if your bed is beckoning, rooms answer the call with plush beds, period touches and plenty of creature comforts. The Gainsborough Bath Spa is a Small Luxury Hotels of the World property.