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Reviews of The Clifton Hotel Bristol 3 stars

St Pauls Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1LX, United Kingdom

#47 of 55 hotels in Bristol

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 2807 hotel reviews

7.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.6

  • Comfort

    7.6

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    7.3

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    7.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 20 September 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    My room could have been better. The bathroom was cramped, and the shower too. I couldn't use the shower gel and conditioner without removing them from the wall holders. There was very little drawer space for my clothes. I loved the communal spaces in the hotel, but not my room. That could benefit from modernization.

    Perfect location for Clifton and the City. Good transport options, but also walkable to harbour and Downs. Great outdoor bar, staff fabulous and attentive. Nice old building, in typical Bristol style. Love that hotel provides free, fresh fruit.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2024

    8.0
    Value for money stay in a great location
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Warm and welcoming staff, comfy bedrooms, with all that you need, in a great location. Good powerful shower in a tight squeeze bathroom.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2024

    8.0
    Susies Clifton stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could use some nets in the window. Felt a bit exposed but not drastically. The fridge was not cold . Assumed it wasn't working so a little disappointing but not really a problem for me but might be for someone else

    Lovely comfy stay. Lovely staff. Pillows helped my stiff neck.. Would recommend. Would loved to have tried the dining experience but no time. Menu looked excellent.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2024

    7.0
    Enjoyable stay but slightly disappointing breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast poached eggs lukewarm and sourdough bread soggy( perhaps not toasted ?…); Coffee not hot enough and very limited choice of cereals

    Location good, close to Clifton village and Clifton Down station. Comfy, roomy bed , good shower Personnel very pleasant and helpful.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2024

    7.0
    I always feel welcome here
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Just that the showers were cold, but I think that’ll be fixed now, and we received a 10% discount

    I always stay here when visiting Bristol

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2024

    8.0
    Satisfied Overall. Would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No mention vans don't fit in the car park. It was a constant issue avoiding a parking ticket

    Staff were friendly and welcoming

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2024

    8.0
    So nice to find a welcoming, dog friendly hotel just a walk from Clifton Suspension bridge.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I believe the rooms are being updated which will improve things somewhat (bedside plug sockets would be welcome). Bathroom somewhat cramped.

    Nothing but professionalism from all the staff. Such a lovely welcome from Sofia & Africa when we checked in & regular fussing for our doggy from Ellie & Katie. Really cosy reception area with settees, where food & drink orders from bar next door was possible. Regarding the room: Very comfy bed & great power shower. Filter coffee & cafetière was a lovely touch also.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2024

    8.0
    Old Fashioned Charm
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Maybe it is not all modern, but I love this hotel. It has old fashioned charm. Helpful staff.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2024

    6.0
    Very overpriced for the room sizes and quality
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a really small room in need of refurbishment. You’re mainly paying for the location, but the hotel itself is not worth the price tag they put on it.

    The location was good for a wedding we were attending.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2024

    6.0
    Adequate for the purpose.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Corridors narrow. Showeroom/toilet unpleasant and cramped. Bedroom very small. Heavy duvet in summer was much too warm

    Good location. Good breakfast and efficient staff

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room smelt musty and was not worth what it cost.

    Location, lovely staff

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, staff

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2024

    6.0
    Friendly staff, rooms a bit tired
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had to change room on arrival because the first one I was checked into was in poor condition. The second room was much nicer, but there were small issues like mould inside the shower gel dispenser and one of the towels appeared (smelled) not to have been properly washed, etc. which decreased the level of comfort. The rooms could do with a bit of TLC to match the nice vibe of the restaurant. The breakfast for £15 is expensive for what you get - the cooked part was nice but the buffet is limited. Would have been nice to have water or a refillable bottle in the room.

    Friendly and helpful staff, nice restaurant atmosphere, good location.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2024

    8.0
    Came to look around Clifton Village and Cabots Circus. A girly shopping trip with an overnight stop.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms a little dated. Bottled water would have been appreciated.

    Breakfast was great. Location was good too. Parked my car in the garage which was good too.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Small Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some of the decor is in need of a revamp and the hotel would benefit from redecorating. It is a nice hotel though.

    Staff were great, friendly, helpful & informative. The hotel is in a great location, walking distance from Clifton Downs.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2024

    8.0
    Great with one snag
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It gets so hot and as its grade II listed doesn’t have air conditioning. The desk fan provided was thick with dust so was unusable - not much that could be done when you wake in the middle of the night. For the price they could do with upgrading fans or investing in Dyson or similar.

    The local is ideal, has a restaurant and provides complimentary water at the front bar.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2024

    6.0
    pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mini fridge in our room offering water at £2 a bottle, but no complementary water.

    Very central to Bristol town & Clifton

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2024

    7.0
    Cheap and cheerful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a disturbance in one of the other rooms the night I was there. Not the hotel’s fault but not ideal.

    Good location, clean, friendly staff and racks bar and kitchen was great!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was incredibly small and the hotel looked a little dated

    It was clean and good value for money

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2024

    7.0
    Great value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Frosted glass window so no view and window wouldn't open. People (staff?) talking very loudly at 6.30am right outside my window (I think from the restaurant downstairs) Parking is on street only; not clear on booking.com listing.

    Great sized room and ensuite.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2024

    7.0
    Great value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bit old fashioned

    Great Location lovely old building,

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very hot in the room at times

    Location was good and staff were nice

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2024

    8.0
    Ideal for one night
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom not very clean, room smelt of smoke.

    Available, good seating area outside with cocktails

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only gripe curtains didn't draw across the window fully, so let light in.

    Friendly, nice staff, lovely bar. Great food.

    Stayed in August 2024

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