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Best Western Plus Swan Hotel.

AA Silver Star Award.

Highly recommended hotels offering a superior level of quality within their star rating, high standards of hotel keeping in particular hospitality, service and cleanliness and hold an AA Rosette award for the quality of their food.

Step back nearly 600 years at the Best Western Plus Swan Hotel.

Stunningly located in the shadow of Wells Cathedral, this hotel has unique charm and offers guests modern amenities in a beautiful and relaxed setting.

The Best Western Plus Swan hotel is in the heart of vibrant and historic city of Wells and is just a short drive away from Glastonbury, Bath and Bristol. A former coaching inn, the Best Western Plus Swan hotel is a delight to behold, both inside and out! It has been sympathetically restored and extended to ensure every inch of comfort for guests staying within its 48 bedrooms and the luxurious Cathedral Suite (recent winner of Most Impressive Guest Room in our global Fan Awards). What's more, a Health Suite is also available for the exclusive use of guests.

Please be aware that this hotel does not have a lift, but two rooms are available on the ground floor. and porterage is available. Car parking is on a first come first served basis. It is also a popular wedding venue however music is not permitted after 11.30pm.

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Location

Sadler Street
 Wells
Somerset
BA5 2RX
England
For enquiries or to make a reservation please call 0844 387 6036*
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Summary

Bars, Free WIFI, Golf Nearby, Gym, Restaurants, Twenty Four Hour Service, No Lift
Free internet available throughout the hotel
There is free parking available onsite.
 There is parking available nearby.
Pets: No Pets accepted The hotel does not allow dogs.
Check-in & Check-out
14:00 | 11:00

Facilities

Dining and Bars

Head Chef, Adam Kennington, treasures simple, honest, seasonal food. His repertoire showcases traditional fare, brought up to date using modern techniques.

Adam sources the best quality, local produce. His food has been recognised with two AA rosettes and an on-going presence in the Michelin Guide.

Chef Adam Kennington

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We are pleased to offer a range of dining options and a host of different areas in which to enjoy your Somerset dining experience. From a formal 3 course meal to relaxed buffets and barbeques, residents and non-residents alike can enjoy morning coffee, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. Enjoy!

Opening hours

Lunch: 12.00 - 14.00
Dinner: 19.00 - 21.30
Weekend times may vary
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Bar

The bar has a fantastic view of Wells Cathedral.

Opening hours

11:00-23:00
Weekend times may vary

Golf

Wells Golf Club

Course information

Course Type: Parkland
Location: Off Site
Holes: 18
Par: 70
Distance: 5991 Yards
Handicap required

Location

1.5 miles away in Wells

Facilities

Driving range
 Putting green golf facilites
 Pro shop golf facilities

Prices

9 holes Yes
18 holes £25.00
Trolley hire £10.00
Club hire Yes
Buggy hire £15.00
Tuition Yes
Driving Range £2.00

Spa & Leisure

Leisure Facilities

  • Health Suite

  • Sauna

  • Lounge

Gym and Leisure Facilities

Our health suite houses free weights, a rowing machine, treadmill, power plate and cross trainer. Please note that the health suite is unmanned.

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Weddings

The scenery, the service, the standards. You can have it all at the Best Western Plus Swan Hotel! Whether it's an intimate wedding, large wedding reception or civil wedding ceremony itself, we pride ourselves on providing the perfect wedding venue.

Our experienced staff are here to help; from the initial planning stages right through to the big day itself. We aim to make your wedding day as special as it can be while alleviating some of the stresses along the way!

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Civil Ceremonies

Civil wedding ceremonies are held in our delightful Garden Room. This light and airy room lends itself beautifully to civil wedding ceremonies and can be quickly turned around to become a fantasic wedding breakfast venue for up to 40 guests.

After your civil wedding ceremony, you and your guests can enjoy drinks in our secluded Walled Garden, or larger parties can make their way to our Oak Room which has its own bar and drinks area.

Catering

Wedding breakfasts can be held in our Oak Room which offers a separate bar area and dance floor; sure to keep your guests happy!

Our award-winning food makes us one of the most popular wedding venues, with 2 AA Rosettes and the finest locally sourced ingredients; our sit down wedding breakfast menu will be the perfect compliment to your big day.

Honeymoon Suite

Our stunning Cathedral Suite provides the perfect accommodation in Somerset.

The sumptuous and spacious bedroom, sitting room and bathroom are furnished with gilded French furniture, fabulous silk curtains and an eclectic mix of antiques. And all these rooms provide an amazing view of the west front of Wells Cathedral.

Pamper yourself in the luxurious bathroom which boasts a grand free-standing brass bath and walk-in double shower.

Registrar

Registry office:
Mendip
Commercial Road, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 5BU
01749 343928



The hotel provides a beautiful setting for a wedding ceremony or reception. Situated opposite Wells Cathedral.

For any enquiries please call Natasha Mingo-West on 01749 836300

Location and Attractions

Getting there.

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Nearest motorway: M4, J18, 20.00 miles
 Nearest train station: Bath/Bristol, 20.00 miles
Nearest airport: Bristol, 15.00 miles
 Free parking on site (30 spaces)
 On site disabled parking (2 spaces)

Address
Sadler Street
Wells
Somerset
BA5 2RX
England

What's nearby?

Sports

  • Bristol City FC (22 miles)

  • Bath Rugby (22 miles)

  • Yeovil Town FC (27 miles)

Cities & Attractions

  • Wells Cathedral (0.2 miles)

  • Bishops Palace (0.1 miles)

  • Vicars Close (0.2 miles)

  • Wookey Hole (2 miles)

  • Cheddar Gorge and Caves (10 miles)

Shopping

  • Wells Town Centre (0.1 miles)

  • Clarks Shopping Village (6 miles)

Meetings, Conferences and Events

If you're looking for the perfect venue for meetings or events, look no further than the Best Western Plus Swan Hotel.

Available room set ups

Banquet
Boardroom
Classroom
Theatre
U shape



Room Theatre Classroom U-Shape Boardroom Banquet
Oak Room 100 45 35 40 100
Exmoor 0 0 0 14 0
Garden Room 70 30 25 35 40
Have an enquiry?
Contact events on 0845 620 0506

Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: Rating: Based on 1081 traveller reviews
Rating: 5 571
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Family Get Together for 50th Anniversary

24/09/2018 N1701, Wells, United Kingdom

This was my first visit to the Swan for several years so was looking forward to a meal here to celebrate a family 50th wedding anniversary. The meal and service was first class with all 3 courses arri... more

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Swan with no legs

23/09/2018 PeteIles, London, United Kingdom

Although the building is very old the rooms have been modernized. When this work was undertaken, the hotel should have included fastening down the loose floorboards and adequately provided sound insul... more

Rating

Good choice !

22/09/2018 Taffynila, Chester, United Kingdom

Stopped in Wells, decided to stay the night and picked The Swan. So glad we did ! Staff were very friendly, room was good and evening meal was fantastic !! Great breakfast too, it was extremely good v... more

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Excellent hotel in good central location for Wells and the area.

21/09/2018 David R, Cambridge, United Kingdom

Spacious room with comfortable bed with tea/coffee making and a safe. Excellent friendly service. Good breakfast selection with cooked served and therefore hot. Other menus had good choices and all fo... more

Owner Response
Mark T, General Manager at Best Western Plus Swan Hotel, responded to this review
Dear Reviewer Thank you for taking the time to write a review on my property. We are delighted that you enjoyed your time with us and look forward very much to welcoming you back to the hotel again soon. Best wishes Mark T General Manager
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Amazing service and a happy customer!

19/09/2018 leebaker11, Devon, United Kingdom

Came in with my wife, thought I'd stay for lunch then the young lad at the reception was so welcoming and made us feel at home. Gave us a tarriff and explained what it initials, I will definitely be b... more

Owner Response
Mark T, General Manager at Best Western Plus Swan Hotel, responded to this review
Dear Reviewer, Thank you for your very kind review and for visiting the Hotel for lunch. I am delighted that the receptionist was so helpful and I look forward very much to welcoming you back to the Hotel soon. Best wishes. Mark T General Manager

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