Artist Residence Bristol

Hotels
9.2 (362 reviews)
28 Portland Square , Bristol , gb

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Unique decor
Good food options
Cons:
Fishy room odors
Location issues
Minor amenities concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.58
Some mentions of a drainage smell and fishy odors in rooms.
Service
9.99
Staff were friendly and accommodating, and went out of their way to help.
Location
8.59
Location is described as odd and tucked between a shopping center and residential area.
Room Quality
9.04
Some disappointment with room size and odors, yet comfortable overall.
Amenities
9.57
Unique furnishings and good minibar selection contributed positively.
Value for Money
8.53
Some reviews mention disappointment in relation to room size and pricing.
Food and Beverage
9.58
Good selection of drinks and food, appreciated by several guests.
Overall Experience
9.75
Many guests expressed a desire to return, highlighting a memorable stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 12:14

Property Description

Central Location
Artist Residence Bristol is conveniently located in the heart of Bristol, just steps away from Cabot Circus and a short distance from Bristol Temple Meads Station. Explore the city's top attractions with ease during your stay.

Charming Accommodations
Experience comfort and style in our well-appointed rooms featuring modern amenities such as air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and coffee machines. Some rooms even offer balconies for a picturesque view of the city.

Exceptional Service
Our dedicated staff is available 24/7 to ensure your needs are met promptly. Enjoy the convenience of room service, luggage storage, and a welcoming atmosphere throughout your visit.

Book now to indulge in a memorable stay at Artist Residence Bristol.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 362 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.58
Service: 9.99
Location: 8.59
Room Quality: 9.04
Amenities: 9.57
Value for Money: 8.53
Food and Beverage: 9.58
Overall Experience: 9.75
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luiza family_with_children ua
10
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Sasha couple gb
9
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Farhaj couple ae
10
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Timothy couple gb
9
Nice, cool and modern.
Pros:

Very nice place and very happy to have stayed there. Room was cool and modern. Food ok. Was able to park for free outside but it was a weekend.

Cons:

When we arrived the room we were given was dark and very noisy because of a large extractor fan outside but we were able to switch without a problem to a much nicer and lighter room at the front with no fan noise. Unfortunately the air condtioning did not work, despite reception doing a reset. Depending on the price per night I think I would still go back though.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Amy couple ie
10
Pros:

It was a very comfortable room. Loves the design of the room. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Great location!

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Bill family_with_children gb
9
Beautiful stay in Bristol
Pros:

The location the beautiful bedrooms and how good the staff wear with our little baby

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Geoff solo_traveller au
10
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Farhaj couple ae
10
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Simon couple gb
10
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Doris couple at
10
Einfach toll
Pros:

Das Ungewöhnliche und dazu gemütlich

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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jose couple pt
7
Pros:

Decoração top
Bem localizado
Funcionários fantásticos

Cons:

Colchão era péssimo

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Dawn family_with_children gb
9
Brilliant interesting place to stay in Bristol
Pros:

Quirky cool and friendly. A great place to stay or hang out

Cons:

No lunches on weekdays

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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willjess555 Friends getaway Boston, Massachusetts
10
Loved it!
Pros:

Friendly staff, lovely vibe, cool decor. Had dinner at The Boot Factory and we very happy with our food. We loved our stay!

2026-05-10 via Tripadvisor
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William couple gb
10
Great staff, really welcoming. We stayed for a night and wish we could have stayed longer.
Pros:

Wonderful design,
Very cosy.

Cons:

Nothing we didn’t enjoy.

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Barrie couple gb
3
Extremely expensive for a filthy bathroom.
Pros:

The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the breakfast was great!

Cons:

The bathroom was grotty and in need of an extremely deep clean. The plants on the terrace were mostly dead. Certainly not value for money. Have contacted the property directly however no response.

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Helena family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

Food and drinks were excellent. Lovely little oasis in the city.

2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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jonesing Family
10
A great boutique hotel for independent travelers
Pros:

A very cool and laid back hotel with clean rooms and good food/bar experience. There is fantastic art everywhere, and everyone we interacted with was great — super friendly and helpful!

A few tips: if you’re coming from outside the UK, you will need coins for overnight parking — you can’t use your card and pay by phone doesn’t accept international cell numbers. The hotel won’t have change for the parking, so just be aware!

Also, as friendly as everyone was — if you are the kind of person who needs a hotel to be well staffed or constantly staffed, this one isn’t for you. We saw people when checking in and checking out, but not at all in between, though the staff in the bar/restaurant were very helpful!

I wouldn’t recommend this hotel for families with small children, but tweens and teens will find it very cool!

2026-03-29 via Tripadvisor
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Stefan couple gb
10
2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Amanda couple gb
6
2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Melissa solo_traveller gb
10
Great place.
Pros:

Loved the vibe.

Cons:

Nothing - all great.

2026-03-19 via Nuitee