Bath House Hotel & Restaurant - Chard

4-star award-winning boutique hotel with acclaimed restaurant in Chard, Somerset

Dining & Culinary Experience

The restaurant at Bath House Hotel & Restaurant Chard operates under chef Ron, who has won multiple culinary awards for his progressive menu that fuses British classics with Asian and European touches. Tuesday evenings feature a surprise Malaysian menu that was extremely popular with local residents during recent stays. Breakfast is served table-service with a full English, Irish, vegetarian, and gluten-free options, including dishes like smoked salmon with asparagus and poached eggs.

Accommodations & Room Features

Bath House Hotel offers nine individually decorated rooms such as the Willow Room, Sakura, Bluebells, and Executive Suite, all with private bathrooms, air conditioning, and hairdryers. The Bluebells room includes air conditioning, which is unusual for a period property and noted as a bonus by guests during warm weather. Each room is spotlessly clean with hospitality trays replenished daily, including bottled water (still and sparkling) and Walkers biscuits.

Family-Friendly & Personalized Service

As a family-run property with hosts Ron, Karine, and Shin, The Bath House Hotel provides a welcoming atmosphere where guests are often treated like family, with staff carrying luggage and offering evening tea. Family rooms are available with sofa beds for children, and the restaurant provides a children's menu alongside the full à la carte. The hotel offers free public parking at the rear for two cars, with additional free parking nearby after 6 pm.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Bath House Hotel & Restaurant is situated 16 mi from Golden Cap, the highest point on the Jurassic Coast, and 12 mi from Dinosaurland Fossil Museum in Lyme Regis. Forde Abbey, a beautifully restored historic house with gardens, is a 15-minute drive away, while Exeter International Airport is 26 mi from the hotel. The hotel is centrally located in Chard, within walking distance of local shops and a Sainsbury's with a cheap-rate public car park nearby.

Unique Hotel Distinctions

Bath House Hotel Chard holds the award for Best Boutique Hotel Somerset, a recognition that underscores its 22-year track record of personalized service and community ties. The hotel's intimate size allows attentive interactions between guests and staff, with many returning visitors and locals frequenting the restaurant. Guests can book directly through the official website (bathhouse-hotel.uk) to receive the best price guaranteed.

• Awards: Best Boutique Hotel Somerset
• Dining: Award-winning chef Ron's diverse menu
• Rooms: Individually themed suites (Willow, Sakura, Bluebells)
• Location: 16 mi from Golden Cap, 12 mi from Dinosaurland
• Service: Family-run with 22 years of personalized attention
• Parking: Free private parking at rear