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The Sheep and Penguin

Property class: 3

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A bar area with a blue counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
A cozy seating area with patterned ottomans and chairs, a round wooden table, and a potted plant.
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A bedroom with a wooden wall, a bed with a metal frame, a nightstand, a mirror, and a floral-patterned rug.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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

Room options

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A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with patterned bedding, a chandelier, and a desk area.

Superior Room

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

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, two wall-mounted lamps, a patterned rug, and a small bedside table.

Deluxe Room

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

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A bedroom with a wooden wall, a bed with a metal frame, a nightstand, a mirror, and a floral-patterned rug.

Standard Room

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

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A bedroom with a metal bed frame, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with a view of the outside, and a radiator.

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 The Market Place. This 11-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Vicar's Close - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wells Bishop's Palace - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Wells Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Wells & Mendip Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mendip Hills - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crown at Wells - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fosso Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tuckers - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪City Arms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Quarter Jack (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Sheep and Penguin

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

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 The Market Place and Wells & Mendip Museum. 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 Oct 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sheep and Penguin on Oct 14, 2026 start from $190, including 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.

Will I be able to park at The Sheep and Penguin?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

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.

Is The Sheep and Penguin good for couples?

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

Does The Sheep and Penguin have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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 available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Sheep and Penguin?

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

The Sheep and Penguin Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room really friendly and helpful staff and great food what more can you want Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Very good food and great coffee. Cottage was really nice, clean and well equipped
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely fantastic stay here! From the moment we checked in we felt at home and comfortable in the beautiful property. Jan and his colleagues were all helpful, friendly and enthusiastic throughout. Room was absolutely spotless, well appointed and comfortable. Food was exceptional, can’t speak highly enough about the evening meal we had it was absolutely delicious and breakfast in the morning was tasty too, super fresh pastries! Thank you for a wonderful visit, we look forward to coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were lovely, room was clean and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Lovely pub and guest house

Great place to stay in Wells
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

Great hotel, lovely food and staff were very friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We had the best room ‘Emperor’ which was fabulous. Unfortunately it was during the heatwave and we roasted as no air con. Lovely staff, good breakfast and dinner. Lost a point for maintenance as the terrace is tatty and needs some TLC but our room was top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel: great food and service. Stylish decor, very comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely, location great, with very cheap parking nearby and walking distance to everything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, lovely spacious room, loved the decor, spotlessly clean!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was gorgeous, very peaceful, and lovely bath and shower. Pub was super, and the staff attentive and helpful when needed. Pub had a great range of local beers and spirits too, and there was a lovely atmosphere in the pub in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really great, “cottage” was very spacious. Weekend continent breakfast was nice. Staff helpful. All good
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Quiet, beautifully decorated large room. Gorgeous bathroom with high quality toiletries. Comfy cosy bed and lovely tea and fresh coffee. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved this place. The decor and cleanliness were outstanding. All of the staff were friendly and helpful. Great location for exploring Wells and Tucker Street car park at £4 for 24 hours was a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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A truly wonderful place. Stylish, comfortable, friendly. We loved our stay and plan to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice little break

Our stay was excellent. Very friendly hotel and helpful. Room very nice and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was very comfortable and the bathroom was very clean with an excellent shower The bed was very comfortable and we both slept well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very well equipped and well furnished property. The home was really cosy and comfortable and excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Only a continental breakfast available which was limited. The bedroom was spacious and newly refurbished. It had everything we needed. Great location for Wells centre.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely boutique room, recently refurnished with comfortable bed and excellent shower. Staff were friendly and efficient. Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excellent place to stay

Amazing place to stay in the heart of Wells. Excellent condition of all the rooms including lovely bar. Staff were first class also. Well done
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great staff,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Me and my partner stayed here for a weekend away and it’s safe to say we loved it. The room was beautiful and so comfortable, I think we both came away disappointed we weren’t staying for longer. All the staff were really friendly and chatty and the food was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Last minute booking. Great room, great dinner,great breakfast. Fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025