The central Bristol hotel with riverfront restaurant and revamped rooms

The Sun

13-07-2025

THE Bristol Hotel, at the core of the city, is a small slice of tranquil, classic comfort, away from the hustle and bustle of the town centre.
Here's everything you need to know about the hotel, from how much rooms cost to what to eat at the restaurant.
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Where is the hotel?
Right at the centre of Bristol, with its unique harbourside view, The Bristol is the ideal base for a getaway, with easy access to the city and its amenities.
It is found just a 13 minute drive from the nearest train station, Bristol Temple Meads Railway station.
What is the hotel like?
The revamped art deco-style hotel is in a prime central location at the heart of Bristol is complimented by the friendly, helpful nature of its staff, as well as its chic, contemporary stylings.
What are the rooms like?
There are 187 rooms too choose from, and our comfy sixth-floor Queen deluxe room had plenty of space with a generous double bed and cracking views of the city's harbour.
There are three tiers of rooms available, ranging from the Cosy room, to Deluxe room and finally the option of Suites.
Each one is tastefully decorated, with a muted colour palette and pops of colour.
Nespresso coffee machines and tea-making facilities are in rooms along with 55in Smart TV and fluffy dressing gowns and slippers.
The en-suites are simple although the Temple Spa toiletries leave you smelling delightfully fresh.
Rooms available starting from £110 a night. For more information, click here.
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What is there to eat and drink there?
The Bristol's River Grille restaurant with its floor-to-ceiling windows provides guests another opportunity to admire the lively harbourside.
We kicked off with the tiger prawns, before duck cassoulet and cider-braised pork belly.
The indulgent chocolate tart with orange sorbet and West Country cheeses rounded off the dinner perfectly.
The hotel's atmospheric bar, Rick's, was great for a cocktail or two and the River lounge served up an especially tasty afternoon tea.
What else is there to do at the hotel?
The hotel has a gym and parking.
But the barpacked harbourside is the obvious starting point to explore Bristol.
From here, take a ten-minute stroll to the quirky St. Nicholas Market- crammed with food outlets and independent stalls selling everything you could possibly desire, from bongs to jewellery and vinyl.
The historic Christmas Steps street is worth a climb before a five-minute walk to admire Banksy's Well Hung Lover in Frogmore Street.
A dozen of his works are dotted around his home town.
Just outside the city is the charming Clifton Village, with Brunel's mighty Suspension Bridge and epic views of the Avon Gorge.
Is the hotel family friendly?
Yes, The Bristol hotel offers family friendly rooms, interconnecting and suites, as well as child specific amenities upon request.
Is there access for guests with disabilities?
Yes, the hotel is accessible, with select rooms including accessible facilities, as well as lift access from the ground floor.
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