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The Griffin Inn Bath, Somerset, BA1 2AP

  • 8 bedrooms
  • 8 bedrooms

Proper pub moments from Bath’s historic sights

The Griffin Inn is a characterful Georgian pub tucked just off Queen Square. Dating from 1730, this city-centre inn is brilliantly positioned for discovering Bath on foot, with the Theatre Royal, Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, Thermae Bath Spa and Jane Austen Centre all within an easy wander. This is a proper pub so expect real ale, craft beer, wines and spirits alongside a seasonal food menu. Upstairs, the individually styled bedrooms offer a comfortable retreat. You can spend the day soaking up Roman history and Georgian architecture, slip back to the pub for dinner and a pint, then wake up with virtually the whole of Bath ready to explore outside the door.

Facilties & Amenities

  • Dog Friendly Rooms
  • Family Friendly

Bedrooms

After a day of Roman baths, Georgian crescents, galleries and shopping, The Griffin Inn provides the appealing prospect of a comfortable bedroom waiting on your return. The accommodation has a contemporary feel while retaining the individuality you would hope for from a historic inn. Choose from single, double, and twin rooms, each coming with comfortable beds, bathroom accessories, a coffee machine, and hairdryer. Dogs and extra Z-beds for children are welcome on request with prior acknowledgement – additional charges apply.

Food & Drink

Food at The Griffin Inn stays reassuringly close to the spirit of a British pub, with a daily menu that changes with the seasons and mixes hearty classics with lighter dishes. Saturdays bring brunch and Sunday is reserved for the traditional roast. Drinks are equally central to the experience. The Griffin describes itself as a home for real ale and craft beer, backed up by wines and an extensive collection of spirits and liqueurs. Guests curious to try a few different pours can opt for the Griffin Beer Flight, featuring four thirds of selected local and Cornish ales.

It is worth remembering that breakfast is not served at the pub. Instead, take the short morning stroll towards Kingsmead Square for coffee and breakfast before heading out to explore the city.

Nearby

Theatre Royal – Enjoy drama, comedy, musicals and touring productions at one of Britain’s most historic theatres (0.1 miles / 2-minute walk).

Jane Austen Centre – Discover Bath’s connections with one of England’s most celebrated novelists through exhibitions and costumed interpretation (0.2 miles / 3-minute walk).

Thermae Bath Spa – Bathe in naturally warm, mineral-rich waters and enjoy rooftop views across Bath’s skyline (0.2 miles / 3-minute walk).

Roman Baths – Explore one of the world’s best-preserved Roman bathing complexes and discover the story of Aquae Sulis (0.2 miles / 3-minute walk).

Bath Abbey – Visit the magnificent historic abbey at the heart of the city, known for its soaring architecture and fan-vaulted interior (0.3 miles / 5-minute walk).

The Circus – Admire John Wood the Elder’s remarkable circular masterpiece of Georgian architecture (0.3 miles / 6-minute walk).

Pulteney Bridge – Cross Bath’s elegant 18th-century bridge, famously lined with shops on both sides (0.3 miles / 6-minute walk).

Royal Crescent – See one of Britain’s most celebrated examples of Georgian architecture overlooking Royal Victoria Park (0.4 miles).

Bath Spa railway station – Mainline trains connect Bath with Bristol, London and destinations across the country (0.6 miles / 9–11-minute walk).