The Francis Hotel in the centre of Bath is set to undergo a £13 million revamp, with a new restaurant and dedicated spa being introduced.
The Francis Hotel on Queen Square | Photo © Sutton Hotel Collection
The renovation project by the Sutton Hotel Collection will get underway in July, and includes the full refurbishment of all 98 bedrooms and suites and a reconfiguration of the hotel’s lobby.
The Francis Hotel was once home to 18th-century architect John Wood the Elder, who was the inspiration behind the first Georgian stone buildings of Queen Square, the Royal Crescent, and The Circus.
Working with award-winning interior designers 3DReid, the design concept planned for the hotel and all 98 bedrooms will take inspiration from the Georgian era whilst appreciating all the modern amenities and touches that today’s traveller expects.
The refurbishment will include a complete reimagining of the ground floor and lobby including the introduction of a snug. The snug will be open to the general public during the day and will be an intimate space for hotel residents to relax over a pre- or post-dinner drink of an evening.
The project will also see the introduction of a new destination restaurant, The Townhouse Brasserie, which will showcase the finest British cuisine.
The Townhouse Brasserie will focus heavily on seasonal and locally grown produce cooked over an open hearth in front of guests.
Towards the end of the refurb, a brand-new thermal spa and three treatment rooms will be created.
William Gibbs, Hotel Director of Sutton Hotel Collection, said; ‘We are thrilled to be announcing the upcoming £13 million renovation of The Francis Hotel.
“This transformation will not only create an even more compelling hotel stay for domestic guests, but also drive even greater interest from more international leisure and business tourists who are visiting Bath.”
Shaun Bowles, Cluster General Manager of The Francis Hotel, Bath, added: “Our vision is to create something incredibly special in the heart of Bath that offers truly personalised and curated experiences to guests.
“A place where guests can be their best selves and our team can be proud to offer a unique and enhanced service.
“Our location is already one of the best in the city, combine that with our fascinating history and compelling refurbishment and we will be one of the most sought-after places to stay in Bath.”
