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Reviews of The Black Fox

The Black Fox 47 St James Parade, Bath, BA1 1UQ, United Kingdom

#40 of 56 B&Bs and Inns in Bath

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Review score

Based on 1692 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free WiFi

    9.3

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  • Reviewed: 19 June 2024

    8.0
    Great location, reasonably comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I had written to say we had heavy bags as we were travelling from Australia for 6 weeks. They told me there was no lift, I was ok with that as long as we could get help with the bags, which we did. But why they put us on the very top floor is still a mystery. I’d booked a long time before so it’s odd they didn’t give us a room on a lower level.

    The location was fabulous, the room was clean and reasonably comfortable considering it was an old pub.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2024

    8.0
    great place in great location in great city
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    stairs…small sink

    clean, comfy bed, great breakfast

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2024

    7.0
    Great base for weekend in the city
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were on the top floor and there seemed to be issues with the cold water supply.

    Great location to explore the city, breakfast was nice, bed was very confy and room very clean

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2024

    7.0
    Good find.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pub is on a very busy road, so a bit noisy, if you like your windows open, as we do.

    Location was great for the barbican. Staff were all very pleasant, great breakfast, would definitely stay again.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2024

    8.0
    Great value stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some late street noise after football.

    Location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was small and at the very top of the building so got very hot. A fan was provided which helped but not ideal.

    Location was perfect and staff were very helpful and friendly. The bathroom was a great size and a good shower but finding a good temperature was difficult.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Like a lot of old pubs, the walls are thin so there is an amount of noise from both within the hotel and outside.

    Nice people, good breakfast, clean room.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2024

    8.0
    Paid £243 for 2 nights
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    6 options of breakfast. Everything is near by They serve bath Gin and nice bath lager beer

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2024

    7.0
    Good Night in Bath
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The parking situation is confusing. We arrived later than planned, and there was no on-street parking available - this is very limited. The nearest paid parking garages are a bit of a walk away. Definitely map the parking garages nearby to save driving in circles. Highly recommend dropping off the bags and passengers and then find parking.

    The rooms were fine, a little warm for our preference, and unfortunately, the windows did not open. fortunately a fan was provided in the rooms. Rooms overlooked street and were fairly quiet. Breakfast was good and there was plenty to keep us going. The staff were welcoming and nice. Note: The registration desk is at the pub counter. easy walk into the main shopping area of Bath.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2024

    9.0
    Excellent value for money in every aspect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not unexpected, but no lift to help with luggage up the narrow stairs.

    This was the most spacious place we have stayed in our 6 weeks of travelling. Lovely big, modern bathroom. Only a few minutes walk to the station.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    8.0
    Short stay / room comfortable, great location. Breakfast included and was good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking too far away

    Location

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    breakfast was great

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    8.0
    OKAY
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mostly everything was okay. Did not receive the warmest of welcomes at check-in , and barely a word was said to us at breakfast. In fact we had to get up to ask for things that were included in the breakfast, and received them in a very cold manner , without a word. Staff does not seem to want to be there. Being very central, it wasn't restful or peaceful, quite noisy, the room rattles a bit when a large vehicle passes...I just make a note of it in case someone is looking for a rest or some peace, this is not the place for you. Will not return but all in all it was ok.

    It was okay for a couple of nights, we enjoyed the central location. Smallish room, small bathroom but clean.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    8.0
    it was a nice stay, great breakfast & location very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the tv channels kept cutting out during the programs, spent most of the time trying to reload & watching commercials- very fristrating. also couldnt get live tv

    the location, breakfast.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Slanted floor

    Location to train station and city center

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    9.0
    A perfect place for an overnight stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    A lovely old pub in the heart of Bath. Our room was comfortable and clean. Very close to other restaurants and attractions.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    9.0
    Great value for money. Location is perfect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The only issue is that you need to be able to climb stairs to various levels.

    Staff were friendly and efficient. Fantastic location. Very nice breakfast. Loved the bath and the streaming TV. Very clean and comfortable. We loved the bathroom toiletries. Bed extremely comfortable. Very close to train and bus-station. Close all major tourist attractions. Rooms are really well well insulated from each other. Very reasonable price considering the location of the hotel. Generally very happy with our choice.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    9.0
    Clean and cozy apartment in a great location. Highly recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bathroom is a bit narrow, but still perfectly okay. Other than that, nothing else comes to mind.

    Excellent location and a very cozy and clean apartment. The staff was very friendly and the breakfast was also very good!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2024

    7.0
    We love the city of Bath.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast

    It was in a great location and very comfortable

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    8.0
    Fit our needs nicely - we go hard all day and want quiet and clean, comfortable bed to crash.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was on fourth floor(given Brit’s habit of calling 1st ground, 2nd 1st, etc. The 55 steps became source of humor, as did the slanting floor. Lack of space in room precluded dorm fridge, thus the clotted cream I set outside on window sill overnight for cooling became gull food. All in all, we loved Bath and location of Black Fox was excellent. Someone described it as quirky. Being quirky myself (booked it partly due to age of building) we liked our stay. Comfortable ( had to remake bed so head was higher than feet[ note floor comment] ) nothing would keep us away given prevailing temperatures during our stay. Radiator easily adjustable, not sure if outside temps got warm.

    Breakfast was good, location was excellent, bar was good and friendly.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good location and very clean, spacial very good breakfast,even you can order it, very worth to stay 😜

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    8.0
    Great hotel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sorry.. Realise you're a hard-water area, but the scaley kettle just put a dampener on it for me... Have to have my cuppas! 😐

    Location excellent. Staff excellent. Loved my room, will book on next visit ❤️

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Traffic noise. We chose to leave window open, so heard it all.

    The location was fantastic! Easy to get to from train station, close to everything! Breakfast was very good as was the staff.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    8.0
    Central location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good. Some street noise but great location

    Room large comfortable. Modern Nice ensuite. Nice breakfast Great location

    Stayed in May 2024

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