For visitors who are interested in ancient architecture, make sure to book a hotel near the city’s Roman Baths, which now contain a museum, a restaurant and a kids’ centre. The Abbey Hotel is a chic 4-star option and less than a 5-minute walk from the bathhouse, while Bath Backpackers is a budget-friendly hostel and only 7 minutes away.

If you are more interested in literature, choose a hotel near the Jane Austen Centre, such as the Halcyon, an upscale hotel just a 3-minute walk from the museum. This centre contains a variety of exhibits highlighting the life of the famous author Jane Austen, as well as a traditional tea room.

Hoping to explore some of Bath’s lush green spaces? If so, consider staying in a hotel next to Royal Victoria Park, such as the 4-star Brooks hotel located a 5-minute walk away. This park dates back to the early 1800s and boasts several lawns, a skatepark, tennis courts, and playgrounds.

To try some of Bath’s local cuisine, choose a hotel next to Sally Lunn’s Historic Eating House & Museum, otherwise known as the birthplace of the Sally Lunn Bun, a sweet bread that is popular among locals. The Parade Park Hotel, set directly in the city centre, is a good choice and only a 3-minute walk from the eating house.

For travellers who enjoy art, book one of the many hotels next to the Victoria Art Gallery, such as the affordable St Christopher's Inn, which is 3 minutes away on foot. The Victoria Art Gallery is a public museum of historical and modern art from both international and local artists.

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The Hilton Bath City, a stylish hotel, is adjacent to the River Avon and offers free parking as well as WiFi in certain public spaces. The Ayrlington is a 5-star choice that is located 2 minutes from the Bath Rugby stadium and offers free parking as well.

Located in the city centre, Harington's Hotel is a charming choice and provides a full English breakfast for all guests. The Roseate Villa, an upscale option, is a 10-minute walk from the Roman Baths and also offers free breakfast.

To see a performance during your trip to Bath, consider staying in a hotel next to the Theatre Royal. The Griffin Inn is adjacent to the theatre and only a 5-minute walk from the Thermae Bath Spa. The Apex City of Bath Hotel is a 5-minute walk from Theatre Royal and offers many rooms with balconies.

The Thief hotel is an affordable choice and only a 2-minute walk from the museum. Moreover, it is less than a 10-minute walk from the Roman Baths. The Bath House hotel, a 4-star option, is a 6-minute walk from the museum and is set in a building that dates back to the late 1800s.