Bath, England

Parade Hotel

Name: Parade Hotel
Address: Bath, England, United Kingdom
Rating: 3.1

Three Grade I listed Georgian townhouses on North Parade, restored by Providence Hotels into a 49-room boutique hotel with its own Courtyard Spa

Announced · September 21, 2026

Parade Hotel opens in September 2026 inside three Grade I listed Georgian townhouses on Bath's North Parade, reopened by Providence Hotels as a 49-room boutique hotel after a top-to-bottom restoration. The property replaces the budget-oriented Parade Park Hotel that previously occupied the same building, adding a Courtyard Spa and the 1748 Bar & Lounge, with a full restaurant to follow in a second phase.

The essentials

Group: Independent (Providence Hotels — also operates The Kennard, Bath)
Opening: September 21, 2026
Rooms & suites: 49 rooms
Segment: Upscale/Boutique
Designer: NC
Entry rate: NC

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The place

8-10 North Parade, in Bath's city centre, a short walk from Parade Gardens and the River Avon.

The concept

The building, three connected Georgian townhouses built around 1740 by architect John Wood the Elder, has been a lodging house since the 1750s, later trading as the Grosvenor Hotel and Sheriff's Hotel before the two merged in 1997. It most recently operated as the budget-oriented Parade Park Hotel until Providence Hotels acquired and fully restored it, rebranding it Parade Hotel. The reopening, originally targeted for late spring 2026, was pushed back to September after a fire risk assessment found the Grade I listed building needed upgraded vertical means of escape and revised internal doors: work Providence Hotels has carried out in phases to protect the historic fabric.

Dining & wellness

The ground-floor 1748 Bar & Lounge, with floor-to-ceiling sash windows and wood panelling, serves regional dishes built around Somerset charcuterie and artisanal cheeses. The Courtyard Spa adds a sauna, cold plunge, hot tub, cold drench and outdoor shower, with three of the 49 rooms opening directly onto it. A standalone restaurant is planned for a second phase, targeted for the end of 2026.

News

September 9, 2026: Parade Hotel Bath now has a firm, specific opening date of September 21, 2026, per direct hotel-group-sourced trade press: more precise than the previously announced 'September 2026.' Features confirmed include three Spa Garden Rooms with living grass roofs, the Courtyard Spa, and the 1748 Bar and Lounge; a full restaurant remains planned as a second phase for late 2026.

Google guest reviews

3.1/5 · 323 reviews

The first word that entered my mind when we came through the double doors into the reception area was "worn". The hotel looked a bit past its prime, clean, but in need of a little "loving". Our room was the same, very clean, not "too" shabby, just a bit past "prime". Still the room had everything we needed, the beds were comfortable, the bathroom was updated, and the front facing room had a view across the street to a lovely park and the river. The cathedral and Roman baths were very close by; we were in one of the most convenient locations in Bath. We found the staff to be extremely helpful and professionally cheerful. Though there is no restaurant in the hotel, the staff directed us to several good ones within easy walking distance. The continential breakfast was very sufficient and the steaming hot tea and coffee were excellent. Fancy, it isn't. But given the reasonable price for a premier location, the adequacy of the services, and the helpfulness of the staff, we were satisfied with our stay.
Emily Hammond · 4/5

This is the worst hotel I have ever been to. I can’t believe it’s allowed to stay open to be honest. It’s run down beyond belief. The insides are literally crumbling. Only one curtain was up that meant half the window wasn’t covered. The mattress was clearly very old and had sunk giving no support at all. The room itself had a severe slope to it. Felt like I was on a boat. The carpet was stained everywhere with God knows what. Windows didn’t fully close which meant you could hear everything outside. Bathroom was like something out of the Saw. Sockets weren’t fitted to the wall correctly. There was a hole in the wall. Strange white marks all over the bathroom floor. I could go on forever at how vile this place is. Felt like I needed a clean after getting out of the shower. On top of all that it is right next a nightclub that is open until 4am. The mammoth queue and smoking area for which Is just outside the hotel. I couldn’t hear myself think, let alone sleep. Worst £150 I’ve ever spent. I hope this place gets shut down ASAP. I’ll be reporting them.
James Amos · 1/5

I was in utter shock when I arrived. Firstly the room was small and even on a mild day the room got very stuffy. Wallpaper was peeling off the walls, chunks were missing from the walls, blood spatters, marks and scuffs everywhere. The door did not fit the frame so all the noise from other residents flowed through underneath the gap. The hairdryer that was given to us by the reception staff sparked and started smoking in my hand. The breakfast was substandard and only available from 8:15 - 9:30am at the weekend plus it was difficult to find a clean spoon and bowl. Please do not be drawn in by its location. Bath is a small City and everywhere is easy to get to by foot. This hotel needs to be closed down for complete refurbishment. They have clearly not invested any time or care in its upkeep for many years.
Rosalyn Cheetham · 1/5

Do not stay here! My boyfriend booked this for our anniversary and though he'd pay a bit more to have somewhere nicer to stay. We should have saved half our money stayed in a clean travelodge. Bed was stained, curtains had stains on, no bulbs in lamps full of dust, no city views....the list goes on. We've stayed in much cheaper hotels/b&b's and had lovely rooms. Only positive was a good location.
Siren · 1/5

Not sure what all the fuss is about. Bath is an expensive city to stay in and this hotel is certainly at the cheaper end of the price range. Perfect for a lads' weekend....maybe not for a romantic getaway. Im pretty sure that the room hadn't been cleaned as the bin still contained the remains of a fish and chip takeaway left by the previous occupants. The staff were good fun and we were invited to the manager's leaving drinks/party on our second night. Would definitely stay again.
Andrew McGarry · 5/5

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