If you’re in need of a post-Christmas boost, you’ll be pleased to see the variety of tempting special offers and affordable activities across Bath this winter. Read on for some of our top picks…

Accommodation Offers

Enjoy a cost-effective winter adventure in Bath with a range of fantastic deals at some of the city’s most exclusive hotels. 

Image - Royal Crescent Hotel 

Indulge in a spot of affordable luxury at Bath’s Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa with 20% off your bed and breakfast rate when you stay for two nights this winter. Choose your perfect lodging from the Royal Crescent’s range of sumptuous rooms and suites, start your days with a delicious Full English breakfast, and relax with access to the on-site Spa. To enjoy even more value for your money, stay midweek and take advantage of the hotel's 'Suite Delight' package, including a two-night stay in one of the luxurious Deluxe or Master Suites, a Full English breakfast for two, and unlimited access to the Spa, all for the price of an overnight stay.

The five-star Macdonald Bath Spa, nestled in the leafy suburb of Bathwick, is marking the start of 2024 with a discount of up to 24% on all stays until 31 March when booking direct, allowing you to escape on an opulent winter getaway for less.

At the stylish, culture-rich Abbey Hotel, based within a historic Georgian terrace designed by famed Bath architect John Wood in the heart of the city, you can save 15% when staying three nights or more. Nearby, the Hampton by Hilton Bath City is offering a 15% discount on all stays booked before 31 January in their winter sale. 

Foodie visitors can enjoy a long weekend at the Regency townhouse-inspired Francis Hotel for less with their 'Sunday Night Special' deal. Spend £100 on food and drink, including mouth-watering classic French dishes at the hotel's Boho Marché restaurant, and pay just £50 for your room and breakfast on Monday morning. The hotel is also offering one-night winter breaks with breakfast and a late check-out from just £109. 

Image - No.15 by GuestHouse, Bath

Several of the city's boutique hotels are offering guests valuable extra time to explore Bath this winter. At No.15 by GuestHouse, you'll save more the longer you stay thanks to their 'Make it Maxi' winter offer, with a 35% maximum discount on three-night stays. Close by, at The Bird and the Roseate Villa, enjoy three nights for the price of two with breakfast each morning, and spend your extra time taking in more of the city’s stunning World Heritage landmarks, award-winning attractions, and world-class wellbeing venues. The Roseate Villa is also offering a 30% discount on stays between 1 January and 31 March with their 'Winter Escape' offer. 

ReBalance Bath Packages

Several of Bath's hotels are also celebrating the return of the city's ReBalance Festival this winter with a range of special packages designed to boost every aspect of your wellbeing. Experience bliss with No.15's 'Copper Room Session & Lunch' package, including two glasses of fizz in the Spa's Copper Bath followed by a back massage, your choice of a foot treatment or facial, and lunch in the bar. Or, try the 'Relax and Refuel' package, including your choice of a ritual or facial followed by lunch. 

At the Royal Crescent Hotel's Spa and Bath House, enjoy an hour in the gym followed by an hour in the spa for £25 with the 'Lifestyle Reset' offer. Guests staying at the hotel in January can also book any full-priced one hour spa treatment and receive 25% off additional hour-long treatments from Monday-Thursday. 

For a different kind of wellbeing, indulge in Hampton by Hilton Bath City's 'Wellness Room' package from £160 per night. Your room will feature a range of wellness amenities based around seven elements of rejuvenation, including a Himalayan salt lamp, essential oil diffuser, purifying plants, yoga equipment, fruit smoothies, organic teas and many more. Plus, there will be a complimentary hot breakfast in the morning, including the Hampton's signature waffles. 

Outside the city centre, THE PIG-Near Bath is offering 20% off all facial and full body treatments in their Potting Sheds booked during the festival from 25 January - 18 February. 

Affordable Activities

Bath is awash with exciting activities all year round, and this winter you can have plenty of fun in the city without breaking the bank, thanks to fantastic deals at some of Bath’s top attractions, and a wide range of free activities.

Mary Shelley's House of Frankenstein is celebrating the 206th birthday of the author's infamous 1818 novel by offering 2 for 1 entry to Bath and Bristol residents this January. Just bring your Discovery Card or proof of address, then travel back in time and discover the compelling story behind the novel's creation, told across four immersive floors of a Georgian townhouse. There are discounts for non-residents too, with an automatic saving of 15% when booking online in advance, and 17% off for students with a valid ID. 

Image - Royal Victoria Park Botanical Gardens, credit Lloyd Evans

Take some time out for yourself with the Thermae Bath Spa's 'January Special' offer, available between Monday and Thursday this January. Bathe in Bath's naturally warm, mineral-rich waters while overlooking stunning views of the city in the rooftop pool and indoor Minerva Bath, relax in the multi-sensory Wellness Suite, and melt away any tension with a hot stones massage for £100 per person. 

Bath is home to a range of fantastic attractions which won’t cost you a penny to enter, though charitable donations are gratefully received at some. Brush up on your knowledge of Bath’s rich heritage at the World Heritage Centre on York Street, meet farm animals and embark on nature trails at Bath City Farm, and enjoy free live music performances throughout the year at venues across the city, such as Komedia Bath's Electric Bar, The Bell Inn, and The Grapes. 

• Free Things to Do in Bath

Image - The Royal Crescent, Bath 

Stretch your legs and explore Bath’s beautiful landmarks and green spaces on foot. Join a free walking tour led by the Mayor of Bath Honorary Guides, or follow in the footsteps of the city’s most famous resident with Visit Bath’s complimentary Jane Austen audio guide. For stunning views over Bath, try the National Trust's three-mile Skyline trail, or if you have more time, the longer six-mile circular route. Not to be missed on your wanderings around the city are the Royal Crescent, The Circus, Pulteney Bridge, Royal Victoria Park and Sydney Gardens.

Delicious Food & Drink Deals

Savour some of the finest food and drink Bath has to offer at bargain prices this winter, by taking advantage of the delicious special offers currently available at the city’s most acclaimed eateries.

Image - Green Park Brasserie

At Green Park Brasserie, you can savour a mouth-watering, locally-sourced dishes, experience free live music gigs every evening between Wednesday and Saturday, and indulge in Bottomless Brunch, including two brunch courses and as many drinks as you please for £37. What's more, the restaurant is introducing two new midweek offers to help you get the best value for your money this winter; choose from steak, fries and a drink for £19.95, or a burger and beer for £14.95 when visiting between 12 and 6pm every weekday. Kids can also enjoy Brasserie classics from £7.95 with their own dedicated menu. 

Next door at the Brasserie's sister restaurant Bath Pizza Co, kids can sink their teeth into a free margherita pizza with every pizza bought by an accompanying adult between 12 and 6pm every weekday in January. Meanwhile, adults can enjoy an award-winning pizza with either a pint, Prosecco, or soft drink for just £12.50 with the restaurant's popular 'Pizza & Pint' deal.

Get a 25% discount on all food bills under £100 at Ludo Sports Bar & Kitchen from Sunday - Friday throughout this January, with a range of crowd-pleasing dishes to choose from, including nachos, wings, burgers, pizzas, and steak. Or, try Ludo's lunch deal, including your choice of one of three pizzas, a chicken burger, or salad with a soft drink for £10. If you'd prefer to visit for drinks throughout the week, stop by for 2 for 1 cocktails every Monday - Thursday evening, or buy a pint between 5 and 8pm on Fridays to receive a free quarter slice of pizza. 

Image - Ludo Sports Bar & Kitchen

Head to Boho Marché at The Francis Hotel between 12 and 5pm every weekday to take advantage of their lunch deal, offering a choice of two courses for £22 or three courses for £26. Or, pull up a chair at THE PIG-Near Bath's Kitchen Garden Restaurant and tuck into their hearty set lunch menu, with two courses for £26.50 or 3 courses for £29.50 every Monday - Friday lunchtime until 1 March. 

For more inspiration on how you can enjoy Bath on a budget this winter, take a look at our Special Offers and Things to Do pages.

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