Clifton Hotel

Hotels
Classic British Hotels
7.2 (191 reviews)
St Pauls Road, Clifton, Bristol, England, BS8 1LX , Bristol , GB

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Wheelchair accessible
Picnic area
Elevator
Golfing nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly Staff
Good Location
Cons:
Faded Room Quality
Needs Amenity Updates

Categories

Cleanliness
7.53
Rooms were clean, thanks to staff efforts.
Service
8
Staff were consistently friendly, helpful, and attentive throughout the stays.
Location
7.54
Ideal location close to attractions like the suspension bridge.
Room Quality
6.49
Rooms were comfortable but had some faded elements.
Amenities
6.52
Basic amenities were satisfactory; bar and breakfast mentioned positively.
Value for Money
6.98
Good value for the location and services provided.
Food and Beverage
7.53
Breakfast was very good, and the bar had a great selection.
Overall Experience
7
Overall positive experience highlighted by friendly staff and good service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-18 01:13

Property Description

Experience a delightful stay at the Clifton Hotel, where modern comfort meets a vibrant atmosphere in the heart of Bristol.

Stunning Views & Outdoor Spaces
Unwind on our terrace or in the beautiful garden while soaking in breathtaking views of the city. A picnic area invites you to indulge in alfresco dining, making each meal a memorable experience.

Gourmet Dining & Room Service
Savor delectable dishes at Racks Bar and Kitchen, offering a lively bar and a delectable menu. Enjoy our room service for added convenience, allowing you to relax without leaving your room.

Prime Location & Exceptional Amenities
Centrally located near cultural hotspots, our amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, express check-in, and access to a nearby fitness facility. Each of our 59 uniquely decorated rooms guarantees a comfortable stay.

Book your escape at the Clifton Hotel today!

Important information:

  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BRS

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Parking

    Parking height restrictions apply

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 191 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.53
Service: 8
Location: 7.54
Room Quality: 6.49
Amenities: 6.52
Value for Money: 6.98
Food and Beverage: 7.53
Overall Experience: 7
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barryoO4491KY Business
10
Clifton was lifting
Pros:

Great location, room was comfortable and reasonably priced. The staff were lovely, particularly Flo and Owen.

2026-04-02 via Tripadvisor
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ciano2024 Business
8
Clifton house hotel - Great!
Pros:

Great location, Flo and Owen were the best receptionists ever!

2026-04-02 via Tripadvisor
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faint19 Couples
10
Wonderful find in Bristol
Pros:

We stayed 2 nights in the Clifton - what a great hotel!
From the start there was a warm welcome on reception. Our room was large with a super comfortable bed, beautiful towels and everything you’d need for a snack or cuppa!
Breakfast and evening meals were brilliant, with helpful and friendly
staff.
The room and open areas were beautifully clean and although the building looks a little tired from the outside it’s a super hotel inside!

We’ll definitely be back! Thank you for a great stay.
Jan

2026-03-07 via Tripadvisor
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AnnaSansom Solo travel
8
Good value for a city stay
Pros:

I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of my stay at The Clifton Hotel. Bed was comfy, good shower, fluffy towels, kettle and TV in my room, and friendly receptionists. I'd booked a small single and it had everything I needed. It's worth noting that there was only single glazing in my room, a lot of street noise, and the doors to the other rooms bang loudly when closed. However, I had earplugs and an eye mask and managed fine with those.

2026-02-26 via Tripadvisor
8
851zoew Couples Hampshire, England
10
Family meet up
Pros:

Excellent location friendly and welcoming on arrival. Really liked the bar lively and characterful. Very comfy bed too. Would definately stay again.

2026-02-22 via Tripadvisor
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O3907IOnikkip Family
10
Super hotel
Pros:

Honestly great! Super friendly staff, who were helpful and advice made our visit much easier. Clean room and comfy bed . The breakfast was first rate . Loads of choice and served fresh. Excellent value for money .

2026-02-20 via Tripadvisor
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chrissiem383 Solo travel
8
Great place to stay. Helpful and welcoming.
Pros:

Location is good, close to Clifton Down station and good choice of shops and restaurants. The atmosphere was good. All the staff I connected with were helpful and friendly. My room was warm and comfortable. I loved having a mini fridge. It was value for money. My room and whole establishment was clean. Generally the hotel was peaceful. It was a noisy on Saturday evening but I knew this would be the case as it was mentioned in information. The service was excellent. All the staff I had contact with were cheerful and helpful.

2026-02-10 via Tripadvisor
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Q6125YGfional Business
10
Excellent
Pros:

Great hotel; felt like a home away from home. Very friendly and competent staff. Great breakfast. Excellent area. Looking forward to going back.

2026-02-08 via Tripadvisor
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Journey13704641130 Business
10
The best customer service
Pros:

I had a great experience in Clifton Hotel. I was warmly greeted by Flo at the reception who kindly explained the checking in process. During, my stay Flo was upbeat and smiling with every customer interaction. It is great to know that such great customer service exists.

2026-02-04 via Tripadvisor
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rahulgY2627ZP Business
10
Great staff overall
Pros:

Flo was really nice, helping with everything I needed.
I had a lovely stay at Clifton hotel and especially the breakfast was great.

2026-02-04 via Tripadvisor
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omarlX6711JX Business
10
Nice stay with friendly people
Pros:

I am very greatful to the amability and attention of the staff during my stay, last September. In particular, I thank Flo, Chloe, Judith and Peter for making feel welcome and made everything posible for a confortable stay.

2026-02-03 via Tripadvisor
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wendyfV6686JG Family Exeter, Devon, England
10
Brilliant stay at the Clifton
Pros:

Had a wonderfully stay at the Clifton rooms were very comfortable and clean breakfast was good a nice verity on the menu nice and quiet at night flo on reception is a credit to you hotel such a happy and bubbly person nothing was too much trouble for her would definitely recommend you to friends and would stay again w hen in Bristol

2026-02-03 via Tripadvisor
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Q3324LGjohnf Family
10
Lovely place to stay
Pros:

Had a lovely stay at your hotel. The staff were all very friendly especially Flo she was working the front desk she helped us many times suggesting transport options and things to do. She's a real asset to your team. The rooms was comfy and the food was lovely. I'd definitely stay at your hotel again and would recommend it to others.

2026-02-03 via Tripadvisor
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J7979FFmorganc Solo travel
10
Lovely stay
Pros:

Recently had the pleasure of staying here, the lovely young girl at reception (I think her name was Ella) handled check in and check out a breeze and the room was spotless. Would recommend

2026-01-29 via Tripadvisor
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B8974MYmarkr Friends getaway
8
Yep... good stuff
Pros:

Lovely hotel. Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good - worth the money. Decent selection at the bar. Bed very comfortable. Put up with my exasperating German mate very well. Never give 10/10 this was a 9/10. "I'll be back"

2026-01-25 via Tripadvisor
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A161HXannet Couples Hindley, Wigan, Greater Manchester, England
10
Clifton Hotel Bristol...love thus place!
Pros:

We have just returned from another fab stay at the Clifton Hotel Bristol. We love this Hotel for its location, comfort, fab food and breakfasts in Racks restaurant and just lovely helpful staff who can't do enough to help you. Flo in reception was especially lovely this morning helping to book our next stay in March. Thanks so much!

2026-01-19 via Tripadvisor
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AndrewP863 Business Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England
4
No water in bathroom
Pros:

Great staff and excellent food. Unfortunately the building itself is quite tired and in need of major renovation. As an example, there was no water in the bathroom. After reporting it to reception, there was a trickle. The room was clean but the decor and furnishings are end of life. Heating system was an old style central heating that couldn't be controlled so even though the room was a bit chilly there was nothing I could do other than put layers on.

2026-01-14 via Tripadvisor
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sofiau511 Business
8
Highly positive, great for business trips
Pros:

Amazingly helpfull , empathetic Staff! ☺ Very kind welcome of Marek at the reception made my evening.
The morning Staff were also extremely helpful with keeping my baggage for a bit longer after my stay . Even basic single rooms have all you need. Rooms are cozy & all smell fresh👌💕

2026-01-14 via Tripadvisor
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KChick Business
10
A very comfortable stay in a perfect location.
Pros:

A most comfortable stay in a perfect location, with friendly and welcoming staff. I had a very affordable, bijou single room, which was surprisingly well equipped and very cute. The bed was larger than expected and very comfortable. I ate in the hotel's restaurant downstairs, and really enjoyed my meal. Also great to have really coffee in my room.

2026-01-12 via Tripadvisor
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K6783KMbillw Family
10
Great value for central Bristol
Pros:

In a quiet corner of the city centre close to all amenities.For a comparatively modest tariff you get:
Very friendly and efficient staff.
Very good breakfast.
Clean and comfortable well appointed bedroom and bathroom.
This is a modified early 19th century building so certain aspects of the building aren’t optimal but we hope to be able to stay here again.
We parked in a nearby multi-storey for a not too exorbitant fee.

2026-01-10 via Tripadvisor