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The Sheep and Penguin

3.0 star property
Hotel in Wells with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Superior Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Superior Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Superior Room | Iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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1-2 Tucker Street, Wells, England, BA5 2DZ
  • Place, Vicar's Close
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Wells Bishop's Palace
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Wells Cathedral
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room | Iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | Iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Wells

Located within a 5-minute walk of Vicar's Close, The Sheep and Penguin is within a 15-minute stroll of Wells & Mendip Museum. This 11-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Vicar's Close - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ebbor Gorge - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Wells Bishop's Palace - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Wells Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mendip Hills - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Frome Station - 25 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Quarter Jack (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fosso Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tuckers Fish And Chip Shop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Good Earth - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Crown at Wells - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Sheep and Penguin

Hotel in Wells with free breakfast and a coffee shop
At The Sheep and Penguin, guests have access to a garden. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch Smart TVs with digital channels. Hair dryers are also included.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available on weekends 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Sheep & Penguin

Family friendly

  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

The Sheep and Penguin Hotel
The Sheep and Penguin Wells
The Sheep and Penguin Hotel Wells

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to The Sheep and Penguin?

Located steps from Vicar's Close, this hotel is in Wells, and within a 10-minute walk of Wells & Mendip Museum and Ebbor Gorge. You'll also find Mendip Hills and Wells Bishop's Palace less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sheep and Penguin?

As of Dec 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sheep and Penguin on Dec 2, 2025 start from $163.77, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at The Sheep and Penguin?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does The Sheep and Penguin feature a casino?

No, The Sheep and Penguin doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Sheep and Penguin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Sheep and Penguin?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a smart TV as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Sheep and Penguin?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Sheep and Penguin have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Sheep and Penguin serves free continental breakfast at The Sheep & Penguin on weekend mornings.

Will The Sheep and Penguin allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Sheep and Penguin.

Does The Sheep and Penguin have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Sheep and Penguin?

The closest major airport to The Sheep and Penguin is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is 18.5 mi away (42 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Sheep and Penguin?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Sheep and Penguin.