The Residence

When you're not exploring the the wealth of history and culture on offer in Bath, this boutique townhouse will pamper you with a personal touch. Amid sophisticated craftsmanship that stylishly combines traditional and contemporary tastes, you'll have no difficulty relaxing. Watch the chef at mealtimes as he works the kitchen's Aga to create what you want, whenever you want it. Unwind in the sauna or summer house; wander the beautiful garden; lose yourself with a book in the library or enjoy a quiet drink in the conservatory bar. Though you may find it difficult to tear yourself away, a courtesy car is on-hand to run you into the nearby town centre. The Residence began life in 1796 as Ormond Lodge, part of a local estate. During its existence, it has reputedly been one of the homes of exiled Emperor Haile Selassie during the 1930s. Several public rooms await you, including a very traditional library, where deep red walls and dark mahogany furniture complement oak floors. Lots of books, an internet access point, sofas, desk, study table and chairs and sumptuous soft furnishings are all on hand. The Conservatory operates as a bar and occasional brunch room. When the weather is right sun streams into this stunning area, which seats 24 as a bar or 14 as a meeting room. Full audio-visual equipment, including a giant pull down screen and sound system, as well as a heated paved outside deck for the warmer times. The garden is also available with its beautiful Italianate terrace with boule piste, croquet lawn, 2 fountains and a stunning summer house, which offers a cosy escape from the world.

Hotel Services

Free car park

Business Services

Meeting Facilities
Black & White photocopying

Dining and Entertainment

Restaurant
Lounge / Bar

Directions

By Car: From the A4 (West of Bath): - Enter Bath via the A4 (Bristol Road) and proceed until it becomes the A36 (Lower Bristol Road). - Turn left to cross the bridge at the 1st opportunity (A3064, Windsor Bridge Road). - Turn right onto Upper Bristol Road. - Take the 3rd left onto Park Lane Road and proceed to the end. - There is a mini roundabout by the junction of Weston Road and Park Lane Road. The Residence is located through the gates on the roundabout. From the M4: - Exit the M4 via junction 18, for the A46 towards Bath and Stroud. - Stay on the A46 until you reach London Road Roundabout. Take the 3rd exit onto London Road West. - This road becomes London Road. Take the 2nd exit at the traffic circle to stay on London Road. - Bear left onto Roman Road. - Take the next right onto Lansdown Road. - Take the 3rd left onto Montpelier, and continue through Julian Road, Crescent Lane and Weston Road. - There is a mini roundabout by the junction of Weston Road and Park Lane Road. The Residence is located through the gates on the roundabout.

Please note that all direction instructions will be included in the reservation confirmation e-mail that you recieve after the booking has been completed

How to Book

Our instant, online booking service is fast, convenient and secure. We keep our availability up-to-the-minute so you can book your hotel online with complete confidence. You may book as many rooms as you like for any dates that you need. Once you have made your reservation, you will receive confirmation by email with our details and directions - all you need to do is turn up!

You will then need to select the dates you wish to stay for, and then go on to choose your rooms. You'll also need to provide us with your contact information and credit card details. Credit card details are required as a guarantee - your card is not charged until you finish your stay at the hotel.

How to cancel

If you need to cancel a booking please go to the cancellation page. After you have made a booking you will recieve a reservation confirmation e-mail with a link to this cancellation page. All you need to do is enter your email address - you will then be shown your current bookings. To cancel a booking follow the simple instructions. This will inform us of the cancellation, and send you a confirmation email. Please note a cancellation charge may apply, depending on how far in advance you make the cancellation.

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Hotel Policies

Checkin & Checkout

Check in hours are from 15:00 and onwards.
Check out is required before 12:00 hours.

Children

All children are charged at adult rates

Payment

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Reservations

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Local Attractions

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Rooms

This suite consists of 2 large rooms linked by an arch. The bedroom features a huge Victorian walnut bed that you might need steps to get into, along with an equally large plasma screen to watch once you get cosy. Windows in both rooms offer views of the garden and sweeping views across both Royal Victoria Park and large parts of urban Bath. The living area has 2 giant leather sofas and a Chinese day bed which doubles as a dining or coffee table; a huge gilded mirror and a fabulous log-burning fireplace, designed by local mason, Ben Gale. Reclaimed French farmhouse oak floors complete the opulent picture. The comestible-laden campaign chest lies temptingly close, together with the fully laden fridge, for when you can't be bothered or would rather not pick up the phone. Just off the rooms is a beautiful bathroom with all modern amenities as well as a gorgeous verdigris French washbasin.

The western-most room in the house and perhaps the most romantic. The ideal place for holing up, hoisting the drawbridge and sending down for room service - for the whole week. It offers terrific views of Royal Victoria Park and urban Bath through huge Georgian windows. If it looks cold outside then a white marble fireplace gives you the option of warm and cosy flames. The over-large bath and shower room has enough Grohe water-dispensing equipment to fulfil every aquatic need, with underfloor heating for the travertine flooring to keep toes warm. The wooden bed is as welcoming as a bed can be, while the campaign chest of comestibles and conundrums is partnered by the heavily disguised drinks fridge, to provide everything you need. If the creative muse hasn't arrived, the huge TV might provide the neutral time to hurry it along.

The bedroom has sweeping views to the south of the city and over Royal Victoria Park. It was originally the boudoir of the lady of the house but is now dominated by a 6 foot (1.8 metres) wooden bed, perfect for snuggling up in or watching the large TV. The bathroom is luxuriously appointed and is situated on a short corridor just outside the room.