Avon Gorge by Hotel du Vin

Hotels
Frasers Hospitality
8.2 (3836 reviews)
Sion Hill , Bristol , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Excellent food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room comfort complaints
Inconsistent service at the bar

Categories

Cleanliness
7.05
Issues with room not cleaned for 3 days, found another person's hair in the bathroom.
Service
8.55
Staff described as understanding and helpful, great reception staff.
Location
9.05
Fabulous location next to the Clifton Suspension Bridge.
Room Quality
7.55
Small rooms with cold temperatures and issues with room comfort.
Amenities
8.05
Good amenities but some issues like the bathroom extractor fan.
Value for Money
8.05
Good value noted but issues in the room detracted from perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.05
Excellent dining options and tasty breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.25
Overall decent stay with both positives and negatives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 05:47

Property Description

Stunning Views of Avon Gorge: Set above Avon Gorge, our hotel offers breathtaking views of Brunel's suspension bridge, creating a picturesque backdrop for your stay.

Convenient Location: Nestled in Clifton, just 2 miles from Bristol city centre, our hotel provides easy access to the bustling city life while offering a peaceful retreat. Enjoy a variety of dining options within walking distance.

Modern Amenities and Comfort: From the large terrace for al fresco dining to the White Lion Bar serving delectable British cuisine, we ensure a comfortable stay. With free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and tea/coffee facilities in every room, we cater to all your needs.

Experience luxury and convenience at Avon Gorge Hotel. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

When booking 6 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. The property will contact the guest following their reservation.

When traveling with a dog, please note that an extra charge of £25 for 1 dog or £40 for maximum 2 dogs, per night applies. Dogs are allowed in designated guest rooms-please notify the hotel in advance.

The Breakfast inclusive rates include a Full-cooked breakfast and Dinner inclusive rates includes 3 courses from our seasonal menu. Supplements apply to certain items. Inclusions only apply for adults.

Children’s Breakfast is not included in the advertised rates and the charges are as follows directly to the hotel: 0-4 years old – Breakfast Complimentary/5- 11 years old – Breakfast charged at 50% full price/ 12 and over breakfast charged at full adult price. Kids Dinner Menu also available.

Please note extra beds and cots must be confirmed with the hotel prior to arrival, customers will be required to settle children's extra bed charges (£30 per night) directly with the hotel.

Parking within the Hotel grounds is very limited and chargeable at £12 per day. Alternatively there is some pay & display parking bays in and around Clifton Village, please pay at the machine.Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 11 years old stay for £45 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 3836 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.05
Service: 8.55
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 7.55
Amenities: 8.05
Value for Money: 8.05
Food and Beverage: 9.05
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Diane couple gb
5
style over service
Pros:

stylish hotel and very comfy beds. Location great to explore Clifton and overlooks suspension bridge

Cons:

advertised as a dog friendly hotel, but you can't actually eat in the restaurant or a separate part of the restaurant. i understand not everyone is happy with dogs when eating, but it is advertised as dog friendly. The 'dog friendly ' section is a windowless corridor , on a carpeted area, with a constant stream of people walking by, very distracting for dogs ( and humans). However Clifton is full of restaurants that welcomes dogs, just a shame the dog friendly hotel isn't ( just stop advertising you are !) .
staff not very helpful, I had a couple of questions regarding a future visit and was directed to email rather than talk to staff in front of me. When I went to the bar to get a drink, bar staff walked away in the middle of serving to chat to a friend, when my cocktails were served to the brim, she said be careful you may spill these and watched me struggle to my seat as opposed to helping , even though no one else to serve . Its only minor things, but combined it didn't feel like a warm welcoming hotel

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
J
James family_with_children gb
9
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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sally solo_traveller gb
9
Another great stay
Pros:

Lovely old hotel in great location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Ursula couple gb
10
A fab stay in a wonderful room! Lovely staff too.
Pros:

The free upgrade to a fab room!

Cons:

Partner doesn't like automatic coffee machines in breakfast area

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
C
Callum couple gb
10
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
B
Bates couple gb
9
Friendly smart hotel.
Pros:

It felt like a boutique hotel which is hard to do with the size of this property.

Cons:

Only issue where the room was located for reception and carpark.

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
H
Hazel couple gb
10
First class experience from start to finish
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Room was near lift

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Jessica solo_traveller au
9
2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Daniel couple ua
10
Pros:

Номер дуже затишний та красивий з видом на мост. Персонал ввічливий.

Cons:

Нам не дозволили поснідати на терасі, сказали, що їсти можна тільки всередині, а на терасі можна тільки пити каву.

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
G
Grace couple gb
5
Dreary
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Very old property and heating was an issue . Could not turn the heating on from room over that cold weekend - had to keep asking Reception. The heating kept being turned off!

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
L
Louise couple gb
9
Pros:

Great situation with wonderful views for a city location

Cons:

Quite a noisy wedding going on in the lower floor on Saturday

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
P
Philip solo_traveller gb
7
Overall a good hotel but let down by pricing
Pros:

Fantastic position and views, good facilities.

Cons:

Accommodation cost excessively high and poor parking

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
M
Michael couple gb
10
Pros:

We had a great stay over the weekend. Staff were really helpful and friendly. We were travelling with a dog and they were really accommodating, which made our stay so much more enjoyable. We will definitely be back next time we are in Bristol

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
J
Jonathan couple gb
6
2026-05-10 via Nuitee
M
Mike couple ca
9
Stunning hotel in the heart of Clifton with an amazing patio.
Pros:

This is a stunning property in the heart of Clifton with amazing vistas and a stunning patio. The fit and finish in the hotel is top-notch.

Cons:

The room we had was small with obstructed views from the windows which was very disappointing since this wasn't mentioned in the booking and the hotel was quiet so it would have been nice if they offered us an alternative room.

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
S
Sarah couple gb
8
2026-05-10 via Nuitee
M
mike couple gb
9
2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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guy solo_traveller gb
9
2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
8
Overall pleased with location and experience. Staff very friendly.
Pros:

Location in Clifton and looking over Avon Gorge

Cons:

Decor throughout felt a bit tired

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
M
Mark couple gb
8
Pros:

Comfortable stay and welcoming staff. Excellent breakfast.

Cons:

Room was slightly smaller than expected.

2026-05-07 via Nuitee