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The Black Fox

Property class: 3.5

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The Black Fox provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a window.

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bed with two pillows, a wooden headboard, a black lamp, and a white wall.

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bed with white bedding, two blue pillows, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp and a phone.

Deluxe King Room with Freestanding Bath

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bed with white bedding and teal pillows.

Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly made bed with white bedding and teal pillows, a small wooden side table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two grey armchairs, a wooden coffee table, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe King Room with Freestanding Bath

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Bath City Centre, a neighborhood in Bath, The Black Fox is near a train station. Roman Baths and Jane Austen Centre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit SouthGate Bath and Bath Christmas Market. Ready for a night out? Consider Bristol Beacon and O2 Academy. Visit our Bath travel guide
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The Black Fox 47 St James Parade, Bath, England, BA1 1UQ

What's nearby

  • A hot spring pool with steam rising, a historic building in the background, and a clear sky.
    Thermae Bath Spa
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A historic courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by classical architecture and columns.
    Roman Baths
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A Gothic cathedral with intricate stonework and large stained glass windows.
    Bath Abbey
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A building with a sign that reads "New Theatre Royal."
    Theatre Royal Bath
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A historic cathedral with Gothic architecture, illuminated by string lights.
    Bath Christmas Market
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Bath Spa Station
    6 min walk
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min walk
  • The Cork
    1 min walk
  • The Pump Room
    3 min walk
  • Caffè Nero
    2 min walk
  • The Grapes
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 16 for adults and GBP 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 16 for adults and GBP 16 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 15.00 per day (328 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Black Fox pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at The Black Fox?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Black Fox?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Black Fox located?

Located in Bath City Centre, this inn is steps from Thermae Bath Spa and Roman Baths. SouthGate Bath and Cotswold Way are also within 5 minutes. Bath Spa Station is 6 minutes by foot and Bath (QQX-Bath Spa Train Station) is 6 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Black Fox Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 390 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 390 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 390 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 390 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 390 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was good, the room and ensuite were okay, the staff were friendly and helpful, its an old building with lots of history.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Rock Inn is an excellent stay for weary lodgers. With an amazing host, fantastic setting, great food and rooms that are both quiet, comfortable and clean- we enjoyed our stay there and came to consider our host a very good friend. Highly Recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place very close to the train station and walking distance to everything. Breakfasts were fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the room and breakfast. The staff was so sweet!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location, tasteful rooms and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Highly recommend the Black Fox and Bath. What a gem.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was excellent breakfast good Value for money stay
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great room & with an excellent breakfast included. It was a fab location to explore the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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A great room at the top of this splendid old inn, very clean and comfortable, the check in and communication was excellent, also the included breakfast was very tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great value. Plain bur very comfortable large bedroom with lovely bathroom. Staff very pleasant and an excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Black Fox was a great spot conveniently located near all of the attractions that Bath had to offer in walking distance. There was also an amazing bar restaurant in the lobby that made meals so easy. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous stay

Loved this hotel , small and very friendly, great ale on tap , great location too
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room at perfect temperature.Friendlt, fast check in Excellent breakfast.
This is the place.
Near to hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good value, excellent position, friendly staff, good breakfast choices
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Third time here and still as good as the first time, comfy beds, clean, good breakfast, great coffee, excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location & value for a last minute get away x
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

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Well located and comfortable. Breakfast was great. Stairs to rooms so travel light. No parking so you'll need paid parking which can be expensive
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What a fun place to stay! Spacious room and excellent breakfast included!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

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Excellent location close to all areas of interest. Quaint clean hotel with great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super friendly staff and a lovely comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely little room, very comfy bed. Great location,gorgeous breakfast would definately recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved it here - really well located within the city centre and easy to walk around the city from. Great breakfast too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely clean room in a fantastic location. Great breakfast too
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that it was clean and had an amazing breakfast selection.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Close to all shopping and sites to see
Stayed 1 night in May 2024