About this property

This former 15th-century coaching inn offers en-suite accommodation with limited parking for small cars on site. The Crown is situated in the heart of Wells, in Somerset and William Penn once preached there in 1695. Rooms at The Crown at Wells, Somerset are traditional in style, and some have old wooden beams. Each has Egyptian cotton bed sheets, facilities for making tea and coffee, and a TV. Anton’s Bistrot restaurant serves local produce in a variety of dishes and has a wide range of wines to choose from. Local ales and wines are served in the Penn Bar, and there is a courtyard that has parasols for sunny days and outside heaters for colder weather. The property is close to Wells Cathedral and Bishop’s Palace, where there is an exclusive special discount for Crown guests. A popular market runs twice a week, on Wednesdays and Saturdays, on the Market Place. Bicycle and walking routes are in the immediate area and maps are available from reception. Guests can enjoy walking tours of Wells and Hot Fuzz, available upon request and subject to availability.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 single bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great location in city centre. On site free car parking. Very good breakfast and evening meal. Large comfortable bedroom.
Peter
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Got a room upgrade , managed to get parking onsite for duration of stay . Friendly staff included breakfast. Location fantastic and ideal for a short break.
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Breakfast was excellent with a good choice of items. Location in the centre of Wells was good. Room was room and cosy with additional electric heaters as I think the radiator was not working.
Hunt
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Perfectly located just a few yards from the cathedral. Our room was warm and comfortable, staff were welcoming and helpful. Great breakfast too.
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Breakfast was relaxed and staff were very good. Location was perfect. The room was very nice, could do with new curtains.
Damelza
United Kingdom United Kingdom
I loved the size of the bedroom and the four poster bed. The warmth of the room was great and when it became too warm for me I was able to adjust the heating. The meal I had in the pub part of The Crown was very pleasant and it was extremely...
David
Australia Australia
It’s a very old 1450 building that has many updates and renovations, it’s not bursting with the clinical sameness of a modern hotel, but it’s superbe, the breakfast is more than adequete, the food in the bar is an excellent ever changing menu,...
Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Excellent food in the restaurant, good selection of ales
Sanjay
Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
Great Location. Very supportive team in hotel. Warm welcome by them. Restaurant/BAR everything there. I truly enjoyed eventhough there is no lift only stair case.
Christine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Absolutely brilliant friendly staff,food expectional. Room was warm and homely.

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£15 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
£15 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the property's full address is: The Crown at Wells, Market Place, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2RP. Guests should follow signs for deliveries to bring them into the city centre at the top of New Street/Sadler Street.

Please note, all the rooms are accessible by one or more flight of stairs. Due to the age and layout of the building there is no lift.

Pets are only allowed in the standard double and twin rooms, subject to availability and by prior arrangement.

Guests travelling with children are requested to note the age and number of children traveling, using the Special Requests box.

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There is limited parking for small and medium cars only

Please inform The Crown at Wells, Somerset in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.