Top Rated Accommodations in Bristol

The historic and magnificent Hotel du Vin is located in The Sugar House, a formerly derelict sugar refinery and tobacco storage house dating back to the 1700s. Within the premises is the Sugar House Bar and the acclaimed Bistro offers quality food and an extensive wine list. The rooms themselves are really special which is why this place is the choice for visiting celebrities. Each are individually named and sponsored by a wine house and are perfect examples of stylish but luxurious minimalism.

King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn slept in one of the bedchambers and walked through the ancient gardens at Thornbury Castle, a Tudor castle near the Cotswolds and Welsh Borders. Thornbury Castle resonates with history and is the only Tudor Castle in England to be opened as a hotel. There has been a vineyard within its walls for over 500 years, from which Thornbury Castle wine is still produced. At the castle you will discover atmospheric bedchambers, delicious Sunday lunches, free broadband, roaring fires and many historic features including suits of armour. On-site facilities include croquet and archery, and clay-pigeon shooting and falconry can be arranged with prior notice (extra charge).

Situated next to Bristol Cathedral, Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel occupies a large Victorian building and has been restored to a level of opulence and grandeur that is unrivaled in the city. The acclaimed Palm Court Restaurant is located in the heart of the hotel, and features a spectacular Victorian stained glass roof. Alternatively, the Terrace Restaurant overlooks Cathedral Square and offers a more informal atmosphere. There is also a cocktail bar, an elegant drawing room and a top class leisure suite.

Overlooking Bristol’s lively Harbourside, this YHA is situated next to the famous Arnolfini Gallery. The YHA Bristol is set in a historical building, and features a restaurant and conference room. The YHA Bristol has spacious dormitory rooms and private bedrooms. There is also a stylish guest lounge with a TV and Wi-Fi access, and laundry facilities are available on site. The majority of rooms contain bunk beds. The cafe serves a range of meals throughout the day. The bar offers a range of fresh coffees and bottled beers, and there is a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering guests. In the mornings, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast with hot dishes and continental options. The YHA Bristol is less than a mile from Temple Meads Railway Station, and Cabot Circus is a 15-minute walk away. Elegant Clifton, home to the Clifton Suspension Bridge, is a 25-minute walk away.

The Mercure Bristol Holland House is just 10 minutes’ walk from Bristol city centre. It boasts an indoor pool, a fitness suite, and the on-site Urban Bar & Kitchen restaurant. All rooms are en suite, and many have views over Redcliff Church. Each also features a TV, a minibar, and facilities for making tea and coffee. There is an indoor pool and a fitness suite. Mercure Bristol Holland House offers a range of pamper packages that are available for guests to enjoy. Full English breakfast is served each morning in the Urban Bar & Kitchen, where guests can also enjoy a meal or drink at the bar. Bristol Temple Meads Rail Station is 10 minutes’ walk from the building. The city’s many local bars and restaurants are only a few minutes’ walk away.

Set above Avon Gorge, this hotel overlooks Brunel's famous suspension bridge. It has a large terrace for al fresco dining with excellent views. Located in Clifton, the hotel is about 2 miles from Bristol city centre, which can be reached on foot. A wide range of restaurants are available within a few minutes’ walk. Avon Gorge Hotel is home to the White Lion Bar. It offers modern British cuisine and is a good meeting place. There is also free Wi-Fi in public areas. Some bedrooms face the gorge, and others look towards Clifton village. Each room also has satellite TV, and facilities for making tea and coffee.