Francis Hotel, Bath, Grade I listed hotel in Queen Square, Bath, England
The Francis Hotel spreads across seven connected Georgian townhouses in Queen Square, offering 98 rooms decorated in neo-Regency style with chandeliers and antique clocks. The accommodations vary in layout and size since each townhouse retains its own architectural character.
The hotel was founded in 1858 by Soloman Francis during Bath's rise as a fashionable destination. It survived heavy bombing during World War II and underwent major restoration to recover its Georgian character.
The corridors display blue plaques commemorating past residents who shaped Bath's development, including architect John Wood the Elder. These reminders of former inhabitants reflect the building's role in the city's cultural identity.
The on-site Boho Marché restaurant serves modern British fare and a generous breakfast buffet, with parking and concierge services available throughout the day. The interconnected townhouses are easy to navigate once you understand the layout of the building.
The hotel retains the original structure of seven separate townhouses seamlessly joined together rather than converted into one unified building. This unusual approach means guests notice subtle shifts in ceiling heights, staircases, and doorway styles as they move through the property.
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