Tranquil and peaceful, this charming property offers spacious, bright rooms with beautiful garden views. Delight in a lovely breakfast and enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance to the city centre.
Located in Bathwick, a neighbourhood in Bath, The Ayrlington is near a train station. Bath Botanical Gardens and Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Bath Christmas Market and SouthGate Bath. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at The Recreation Ground, or consider a night out at Bristol Beacon. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Bath travel guide
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at The Ayrlington. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and laundry services
A front desk safe, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
Smoke-free property
Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as bathrobes, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 18.95 per person
A bar/lounge
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
More
1 building
4 floors
Built in 1860
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking not allowed
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
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Free local calls
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out fee: GBP 20
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:30 AM - 10:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the exterior buzzer to the left of the entrance door for check-in assistance.
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday:
Bar/lounge
Restaurant
Fitness facility
Full-service spa
Health club
Hot springs
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Public bath
Sauna
Hot tub
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children 5 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 5 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 44.95 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 18.95 per person
Self-parking fee: GBP 10.00 per day
Late check-out fee: GBP 20
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 44.95 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Children 5 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Frequently asked questions
Is The Ayrlington pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Ayrlington?
As of 2 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ayrlington on 2 Nov 2026 start from £103, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Ayrlington?
Self-parking is available for GBP 10.00 per day.
What time is check-in at The Ayrlington?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at The Ayrlington?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 20.
Where is The Ayrlington located?
Located in Bathwick, this luxury guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Great Pulteney Street, The Holburne Museum and Kennet & Avon Canal. Recreation Ground and Parade Gardens are also within 10 minutes. Bath Spa Station is 12 minutes by foot and Bath (QQX-Bath Spa Train Station) is 12 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Ayrlington Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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This is a comfortable, nicely updated hotel at the base of Bathwick Hill on the edge of central Bath. It is in close walking distance to the main tourist attractions. The breakfast room is pleasant with many options. The staff is attentive and helpful.
We absolutely loved our stay at The Ayrlington in Bath. The room was beautiful, the beds were very comfortable, the pillows actually stayed fluffy, and the shower was fantastic with great water pressure — all things I definitely notice when traveling!
The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, and having onsite parking was a huge bonus. The location was also perfect for us. We were able to easily walk into town and explore Bath without having to worry about driving or parking.
The whole property was beautifully decorated and had so much charm. I especially loved that the rooms had names instead of numbers — such a small detail, but it made the place feel even more special. We stayed in the Carnation Room and really enjoyed it.
I would absolutely stay here again and would happily recommend The Ayrlington to anyone visiting Bath.
Beautiful hotel! Rooms were lovely, we had everything we needed. All interactions with staff was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Joanikka
2 Sept 2026
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great stay! Staff were helpful. Hotel is walking distance to main centre and it’s quiet. Lovely garden.
Limited parking but we were able to park.
Hotel rooms has its own character which adds to flavour but would say it needs refreshments.
Comfortable and adequate stay. Room was laid out well and had everything we needed. Very unsure how this hotel is 5 star as the facilities were lacking. The coffee making facilities in the room need replacing as they are very dated and dirty. We were locked out of the building on our first night because we had not been given a fob when we checked in; we had to call an emergency number to help get us into the building. When I enquired about getting a fob, it was explained that they were changing systems and that is why we had not been given one in the first place. For me, that is still not acceptable. The cleaner also didn’t respect the fact guests were still in rooms and was banging around for over an hour in the corridors. So much so to the point I had to leave our room and ask them to keep the noise down. For a five star hotel, we expected a lot more. I’d say this is more like a three star hotel due to the significantly lack of facilities.
This hotel is quite easy walking distance into the main "old" part of town ... Bath Abbey, Roman Baths, River Avon, multiple churches, tons of restaurants. We loved our spacious room with a gorgeous high ceiling and updated bathroom. It felt like pure luxury after our cramped stay in London. We chose to enjoy their breakfast after an early morning walk down the river and around the Royal Victoria Gardens. There is an additional upcharge for the breakfast; but it was heaty and delicious with multiple options on the menu. There's a lovely little garden where you can sit out in the evening. It's in an old estate house, so there is no A/C -- which meant it was quite hot when we were there. But they provided a fan, and the windows opened so we could bring in some cooler air once the sun went down. It felt clear that the staff wanted to make our stay quite nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
John
1 Jul 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We were in Bath during record heat. The radiator would not turn off in the bathroom, adding to the heat. We were not offered a different room or any money back for the inconvenience and problem that made the room almost intolerable.
Good location not too far from town centre. Abbey room had a nice view but bathroom noise could be heard from the room above (particularly running water and footsteps).
Room was small but clean enough. The big problem with us was the stairs and no lift. We were at the top of the hotel and quite a few flights of stairs
. We are in our 70s and had two suitcases about 45lbs each. Ended up leaving them in the car and just taking what we needed from them for the night. We are from Canada and I understand a lot of hotels in Britain are like that.
Second time staying here. Expensive, and both breakfast and parking cost extra. Breakfast was good, but not excellent like some other stays we had on this trip. Parking is tight but doable. The Plate restaurant next door is very good for dinner.
This place was so amazing! You could walk to anything you wanted to do. We were in the garden room and it was perfect. Our stay was 3 days but we never wanted to leave! The staff was so helpful and the garden view was incredible! Breakfast is extra but worth starting your day with :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay
Stefanie
22 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
5 Sterne Preis-Leistung nicht gegeben:
Nicht ausreichend Parkplätze für alle Gäste vorhanden, wird zudem auch noch vom Personal genutzt. Wurden sogar vom Personal eingeparkt!
Am Eingang Container mit Müll und ungepflegt (Bepflanzung am Haus,Müll am Parkplatz).
Empfang bei Ankunft alles andere als freundlich, abgefertigt und arrogant.
Achtung, Frühstück extra pro Tag 15 Pfund.
Badezimmer: Spinnen und Spinnennetze am Fenster, sehr unappetitlich. Licht über Spiegel und Dunstabzug defekt. Daher sehr viel Feuchtigkeit, die man nicht rauskriegt da Fenster im Bad nur 10cm zu öffnen und dann auch noch Balkonkasten davor! Leute, das geht einfach nicht
Im Schlafzimmer alte kaputte Vorhänge.
Sessel mit Flecken...
Die Liste ist endlos, viel zu teuer für so viele Mängel. Nie wieder Ayrlington!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good
Susan
21 Apr 2026
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
A little shabby but perfect location. Pillows flat and sheets older but bed was good. Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast very good. One room facing the garden was peaceful and quiet while second room facing the street louder as street is busy. Location is a short walk to central Bath with many food options close by.
When we arrived and checked in, the receptionist was very friendly and took us to our room which is nice. Room beautiful and clean. We didn’t have breakfast as we prefer to eat brunch. Would definitely go back and recommended for sure. Took us about 15 minutes to walk to train station and only about 10 minutes to shops.
Great location. Close walk to town centre and main attractions. Friendly staff.
Extremely warm in the room at night would have been our only complaint but at least fans are provided.
Love the property, my room was beautiful and it looked out to the back of the house onto the gardens. The staff was wonderful and the breakfast was great. My only problem was the wifi-it was not reliable which was an issue since this was a work trip and I had work to do while I was there.
Our stay was great. We picked this spot for the relatively quiet location, available parking, and walkability. It did not disappoint. The staff was kind and helpful, even offering to hold our leftover dinner in their refrigerator until we left the next day.
L’hôtel est situé non loin du centre ville, chambre très agréable avec vue sur l’abbaye et un beau jardin . Personnel accueillant . On se sent at home
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good
Jane
28 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed in the room called The Range which is in the basement, so a bit dark & no view.
The Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Heather
24 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very helpful and friendly, with an explanation of the hotel and things to do and see in Bath. The onsite parking was available and reasonably priced with good check in and out times. The bathroom was spotless with all necessary amenities. Very well located just outside the centre of Bath.