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DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol City Centre
4.2/5120 Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol City Centre

Bristol|0.51km from Bristol Temple Meads
We visited Bristol to celebrate my birthday weekend, so we booked a “deluxe” king size room for three nights. On arrival the hotel was very impressive with good car parking facilities and a very classy reception area. Check-in was friendly and efficient. There was just a slight confusion over the late check-out time – the website said 4pm, the receptionist thought it was 3pm. The reception is well attended and they were highly responsive when dealing with an issue with one of the lifts. There was a loud noise inside the lift one evening between floor 4 & 5 (a bit of a worrying sound of metal hitting on metal). It was great to see a lift engineer on-site bright and early the next morning attending to it. The bedroom was very spacious with lots of storage, a very comfortable super-king size bed and a clean bathroom. However, the main problem with the room was how dimly lit it was and the scruffy state of the furniture. It was difficult to see well enough in the room to put make-up on, which meant I had to wait for my partner to finish in the bathroom before I could use the better illuminated bathroom mirror. The dark wooden furniture was badly scuffed and warped; the chair was scruffy with peeling leatherette - surprisingly tired furniture for a Deluxe room. There was a lot of damage to the bathroom door (big dent in the wooden panel), scratches in the sink and broken robe hooks – not exactly deluxe fittings. Also the bathrobes were very small (approx size 14). When we came to pack up to leave we had to get a torch out to check in cupboards etc to make sure we hadn’t left anything behind – it was too dark to see inside the cupboards without a torch even though we had the curtains open and lights on. Unfortunately it was then that we saw just how extremely dusty the room was. The lampshades were very dusty. I doubt the area beneath the desk/dressing table had been vacuumed for months (lots of clumps of dust in the area where you put your feet). We were disturbed by just how much dust we had spent the last three nights sleeping with so, out of curiosity, we moved the bed to check underneath and discovered another very thick build up of dust and a roast potato from a previous guest’s dinner stuck to the carpet. There is an Eco option to not have housekeeping done each day which we welcomed at the time, as it meant we didn’t have to wonder when the cleaner would come in if we wanted to have a lie in. However, if I’d have seen the levels of dust in the room on arrival, then I would have asked for a cleaner to come in and give it all a good vacuuming. Apart from the disappointing dust and shabby furniture we enjoyed our stay because of the extremely comfy bed, excellent breakfast in the delightful Kiln restaurant and on-site car parking. It’s also a good location for visiting the city. But I’d need some reassurance that the housekeeping issues will be attended to before we contemplate a return visit.

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Delta Hotels Bristol City Centre
4.1/5124 Reviews
Marriott's Derta Hotel is located in the center of Bristol. The transportation is very convenient. There are large shopping malls nearby. The service of the hotel is also very good, but the facilities are a bit outdated. This time I came to Bristol for the Aircraft Museum and the Britannia Steamship. These two places are really worth taking children to see.
Brooks Guesthouse Bristol
4.1/576 Reviews
Good basic facilities and a great breakfast. The guest house is in the centre of the club and bar area of Bristol, so lots of noise all night. There is no parking and you have to leave the car in a multi story car park about a ten minute walk away. Which cost £36 for my weekend. No facilities for disabled, but does have a small lift. No view except the back of other buildings. I was arriving about 9.00pm and informed reception before hand. I was hot, tired and sticky. The girl manning the desk at night was really miserable handed me my keys and told me that my breakfast wasn’t included and I would have to pay £13 for each meal and left me wondering what the hell was going on. I was too tired to argue and went to my room. It was a small double that overlooked a grubby, dark courtyard. Another building was right in front of me with windows looking straight into mine. No wardrobe as room was too small. Good breakfast with great waiters. Another miserable girl behind the counter, who wouldn’t speak. The day staff were lovely though. All in all, a tiring weekend with very little sleep due to the noise and heat. The two nights cost me £232.20 and no, I didn’t have to pay extra for breakfast. Would I stay again. NO!
Saco Bristol West India House
4.2/535 Reviews
The hotel is very nice, with all the equipments need, however, I had several experiences finding the lights cannot be turned on, and also the oven does not work. The safe cannot work, and the mirror was at the ground. The washing machine kept on running water without stopping? It seems no one checked the property properly before the customers check in. Also their online sales control the sales of rooms without over 28 days, so, doing online booking cannot over 28 days. After 28 days, if you want to stay longer, then the sales price almost like stock price, flucturating seriously, then it becomes today is a price, tomorrow the price is doubled. In most other hotels chains, it will have a committed price for certain time, so customers can know it will be valid for how long. However, this hotel sales will tell a different price every day. It makes less confidence to let customers feel loyalty. The other strange thing is their direct price is always cheaper than the agent price, so it makes people better book at agent rather than book directly, it seems very unusual as well. It looks like both the customers service for room management and the sales service for sales management shall be further looked and improved. It is not buying stuff from weekend market, and the price can dramatically change like this. Also, a commitment to customer shall be followed, especially if this is already in writing. It is not right to tell customer one price in writing, and the next day changes again. It sounds like we bargain in the weekend market for buying vegetables or meats? No customers will like to see A Price become B Price and become C Price. Also, there is no difference between daily rate and weekly rate and monthly rate, seems hotel does not encourage direct sales with customers, also do not encourage long term stay as well. Can only say It is a very unique experience.
Ibis Bristol Temple Meads Quay
4.1/5127 Reviews
My partner and I have just returned from a very enjoyable weekend in Bristol(19th-21st Aug). We stayed here back in July this year so decided to return. We recommended the hotel to two friends who came and stayed there as well. We had room 213 which is at the back of the building but as we only needed the room to rest it didn't matter. The room was clean and very comfortable with a good shower. Check in was simple and the staff were very pleasant. We like the idea of the hotel having its own ironing room which we used whilst there. We used the bar on the Friday night when we returned to the hotel, Two double Hendrick gins and a mixer was nearly £20.00 ! But I suppose that's city prices for you. We are looking forward to returning in October for another enjoyable time. Thankyou to you all at Ibis Temple Quay.
Cleyro Apartments Finzels Reach
4.5/523 Reviews
Booked an apartment for an extended business trip in Bristol. The apartment itself was very well appointed, having every amenity required for a comfortable extended stay. Clean and spacious, I would highly recommend! The apartment is not the star of the show however, the staff are excellent, especially Marianna who couldn't do enough to make sure everything was great! Will use again for business and also personal visits as Bristol really is going through some major redevelopment works and is turning into a very vibrant city.
Novotel Bristol Centre
4.1/5123 Reviews
Have used this hotel many times in the past when seeing a show in the Hippodrome. It’s one of the few hotels in Bristol with a decent car park on site (£12 per day). It’s a 15 minute walk to the Hippodrome and easily do able. Outside the hotel can be found some cafes and a pub. The hotel hasn’t really changed much over the years. The Novotel sign has worn off the front door but otherwise the interior is the same since I visited it a few years ago. The room (114) was at the rear of the hotel, clean, large comfy bed and most importantly it was quiet at night. Pillows were very hard however and a choice of pillow in the room would have been good. I also have to knock a star off because the staff at reception were not the most friendly. No conversation, no mention of belonging to the loyalty club, just all very formal. That’s not a problem if that’s what you like but a little more friendliness/warmth would of been nice. No one asked how our stay was when we left. Otherwise another lovely stay at this hotel.

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Hotels in Bristol

Weather & the best time to travel Bristol:

When you think of an ancient historical city, which has seen the gores and glories of the world through ages, Bristol, a city in the southwest part of England, certainly should qualify to be it. It spans the River Avon spreading on both sides of it. It is a hub of a prosperous historical journey and for the travellers, it is a year-round destination. The springtime is between March and May. The temperature and humidity put together to give a moderate cold feeling. The standard temperature varies between 9°C and 18°C. During all these months, raining for 5 to 6 days per month is pretty natural. However, spring is not conducive to tourism. Hence it is the best time to score great Bristol hotel deals during the summer when Bristol displays comfortable weather and tourism is at its peak. The summer spans from June to August. There are several outdoor cultural events during this time. Harbour Festival and Shakespeare Festival are in July. The International Balloon Fiesta is held in August at Ashton Court. The fall feels windy and chilly between September and November as the temperature ranges from 8°C to 20°C. You can expect it to snow from 4-11 days every month. There is a boom in tourism during these months too. So, while you reserve hotels in Bristol during summer and fall, make sure you are booking much ahead. December to February is very cold and it is winter in Bristol. The cold weather and a lot of rain do not promote tourism.

Airport / nearby airport: 

The nearest airport to Bristol is Bristol Airport (BRS). It takes nearly 15 minutes getting to Bristol city from Bristol Airport. The best way to commute from Bristol airport to the city centre is through the Airport Flyer Express Link. It will take you about 30 minutes. This bus service connects the airport with Bristol bus and coach station and Temple Meads railway station. Apart from Christmas Day, this bus service runs every day the entire day. In fact, there are fewer buses on 26th December and New Year’s Day as well. Every return ticket for 1-month validity for adults cost £11. Single journey tickets cost £7. If you are a student, you can avail discounts. If there are family members travelling together, then these buses offer discounts. You can also choose taxis from outside the airport terminal. However, the taxi fares are generally an expensive option.

Transportation:

Bristol is a city which can be perfectly explored on a bus. The services are fast and available in abundance. So, no matter where you book Bristol hotels, taking a tour of the city will not be a problem. A modern form of public transport service available in Bristol is the Metrobus. It connects the key locations in the city. You have to buy your tickets before you travel. There are bus tickets available in many forms. You can buy day tickets, multiple journey tickets or seasonal tickets depending on your frequency of availing bus services. A very unique public transport over here definitely is the open-top bus service. It is a guided on-board tour of the city. Bristol is also connected via the national rail network with the rest of the West of England. You can avail local, inter-city and regional services from Bristol Parkway Railway Station and Bristol Temple Meads Railway Station. In order to explore unlimited train rides and travels by most of the buses in Bristol, you can buy a GWR Freedom Travel Pass for £6.

How to get to the destination:

If you want to travel to Bristol from any of the domestic cities of UK, you can choose between EasyJet and BMI Regional. If you are taking flights from Jersey or Guernsey, you can choose to fly with Blue Islands and Aurigny Air Services respectively. There are a plethora of airlines flying to Bristol from Britain including Scandinavian Airlines, Thomson Airways, Mistral Air, KLM Cityhopper, Ryanair, Helvetic Airways, Jet2, Brussels Airlines, Flybe, Austrian Airlines, BH Air, Aer Lingus Regional and Air Malta to name a few. If you book your flights early, you might have a shot at booking cheap hotels at Bristol also.

Hotels info, prices for different hotel range:

Bristol is a busy city and hosts a lot of visitors every year. So, there are different types of Bristol hotels for one to choose from.

5-star Hotels- Berkeley Suites is one of the best 5-star hotels in Bristol. It looks magnificently classic.

4-star Hotels- Holiday Inn Bristol City Centre and Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel among the 4-star hotels are the best for tourists.

3-star Hotels- Among the 3-star hotels in Bristol, The Town & Country Lodge and Premier Inn Bristol City Centre Haymarket are quite reliable.

2-star Hotels- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Centre is a popular 2-star hotel in Bristol. The homestay lovers can explore The Gothic Mansion which is also very popular. The price of these hotels ranges between 59 GBP and 139 GBP.

Bristol Tourist Information:

Top Tourist Attractions in Bristol:

There are plenty of things to do in Bristol, and the list cannot start without the following places:

  • Clifton Suspension Bridge- This suspension bridge connects Leigh Woods in North Somerset to Clifton in Bristol. 
  • Brunel's SS Great Britain- It is a museum ship which was a former passenger steamship. It was known to be the longest passenger ship in the world between 1845 and 1854.
  • Bristol Zoo Gardens- One of the most popular among Bristol attractions is the Bristol Zoo in South West England. It preserves biodiversity by breeding endangered species.

Top food places in Bristol:

Bristol is a great place for a foodie with its variety of restaurants, breweries, markets and bars. If you want to enjoy great meals explore the following places.

  • Paco- A place to head for in order to celebrate any special occasion. This restaurant serves the finest of dishes prepared by Peter Sanchez and his fellow chefs.
  • Kask- If you are looking for a casual dining experience, this is one of the best places to head for. If you want to taste remarkable wines, this is the best place for you. 
  • Bokman- Are you looking for a place for cheap dining and delicious eating experience? This place serves Korean dishes like fried kimchi rice and beef brisket ramen. You can also go for hot ceramic bowls, Korean beer, plum sodas or soft-serve ice cream.

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