The Royal Inn by Chef & Brewer Collection

Hotels
Greene King's Pubs & Hotels
9.2 (1201 reviews)
Pier Rd Portishead , Bristol , gb

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
First aid kit available
Free wired internet
Self parking (surcharge)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and attentive staff
Beautiful location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Drain smell in bathrooms
Cold rooms on arrival

Categories

Cleanliness
8.44
Negative sentiment regarding drain smells in bathrooms, affecting overall perception.
Service
9.91
Staff received numerous positive mentions for being friendly, attentive, and welcoming.
Location
9.45
Reviews highlighted the beautiful and excellent location of the hotel.
Room Quality
9.4
Rooms were generally described as comfortable, though some had issues with temperature.
Amenities
8.93
Standard quality for this hotel tier; no specific comments in reviews.
Value for Money
8.89
Standard quality for this hotel tier; value reflected in overall positive experience.
Food and Beverage
8.94
Food quality positively acknowledged, despite occasional serving temperature issues.
Overall Experience
9.61
General consensus from multiple reviews showed a highly positive overall stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 22:13

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience luxury at The Royal Inn by Chef & Brewer Collection in Bristol, just 2.5 km from Sugar Loaf Beach. Enjoy the convenience of a restaurant, free private parking, and a bar during your stay.

Family-Friendly Atmosphere
Perfect for families, this 4-star hotel offers spacious family rooms and amenities catering to all age groups. Each room is equipped with a kettle, desk, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom for your comfort.

Convenient Location
Situated near Ashton Court and Bristol Zoo Gardens, our hotel provides easy access to key attractions. With free WiFi and Bristol Airport just 24 km away, your stay at The Royal Inn promises both relaxation and exploration.

Book now for an unforgettable experience at The Royal Inn by Chef & Brewer Collection.

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 1201 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.44
Service: 9.91
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 9.4
Amenities: 8.93
Value for Money: 8.89
Food and Beverage: 8.94
Overall Experience: 9.61
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Lisa couple gb
8
Will definitely stay again, even though we are local. Lovely rooms, really good food and fabulous staff
Pros:

The position is lovely and the food is really good.

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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victoria solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

We had a very pleasant stay. The room was spacious, clean, and well maintained, and the bathroom was also a good size with everything we needed. The bed was very comfortable, which helped us get a great night's sleep.
The food in the restaurant was delicious, with a good variety of options available. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and always happy to help, which made us feel comfortable throughout our stay.
One of the highlights was the lovely garden view. It was peaceful and relaxing, and it added to the overall atmosphere of the hotel. The surroundings were beautiful and well looked after.
Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would happily recommend this hotel to others. We would definitely consider staying here again in the future.

Cons:

On the downside, the hotel was quite expensive for what was offered, and some aspects did not fully justify the price. We were also disappointed that we did not receive a sea view, which was one of the things we had been looking forward to. While the garden view was pleasant, it was not the same experience.

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Richard solo_traveller gb
9
A very pleasant experience.
Pros:

Beautiful location overlooking the Bristol Channel, superb staff who really were wonderfully attentive and considerate of all requests, fantastic room. Excellent value for money.

Cons:

More than one coffee bag for in room coffee, but that is a really minor thing!

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Gillian couple gb
9
Excellent, comfortable and well worth the money.
Pros:

We had a lovely stay at the Royal. The room was excellent and very comfortable. We did report a pungent smell from the bathroom and Chris the staff member was brilliant offering us free breakfast for the inconvenience caused. Will definately stay there again when visiting Portishead.😉

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
9
Food excellent and staff really friendly
Pros:

Everything

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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James couple gb
10
Wonderful
Pros:

Very comfortable room with sea view. Really friendly and helpful staff. Great location and wonderful food.

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Krystyna couple gb
10
Lovely hotel, lovely location. Just perfect
Pros:

Location was really quiet with lovely views.
Lots of places to sit and enjoy the views.
Very friendly staff. Lovely grand rooms, modern bathroom.
Nice selection of drinks and food.
Wonderful surprise of complimentary drinks and chocolates in our room on arrival

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Sally solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Loved the location of the hotel, the large patio area for outside dining and the stylish decor

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Brian couple gb
10
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Andy solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

The food was better than an Chef and Brewer i have used, the views were excellent

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller gb
9
Enjoyed the hotel and the location.
Pros:

Excellent staff, especially the young lady who checked us in, served at the bar and waited on tables. Also the waiter Chris who served at breakfast time, both were extremely friendly and professional.

Cons:

Our bathroom had a slightly unpleasant odour (room 10) however I would still recommend the hotel to friends and family.

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Terry solo_traveller gb
10
Great location and outdoor spaces, staff friendly and room comfortable
Pros:

Great location and facilities

Cons:

Not much

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Nicholas solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Good location, Lovely room

Cons:

We had an evening meal from the menu, really poor food. Wouldn't recommend the restaurant

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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ManuelaS77 solo_traveller de
8
Pros:

Das Hotel liegt wirklich außergewöhnlich und das Personal allesamt durchweg sehr freundlich und hilfreich. Sehr schöne Einrichtung und auch sehr sauber.

Cons:

Wir hatten ein Zimmer mit zwei Einzelbetten gebucht, aber das zweite Bett war dann ein Schlafsofa und nicht wirklich bequem, man fühlte die Federn durch die dünne Matratze. Das Badezimmer war riesig und luxuriös, aber etwas unpraktisch eingerichtet, zb kein Handtuchhalter am Waschbecken oder Steckdosen, man musste sich im Schlafzimmer die Haare fönen. Das Frühstück auf der Karte war gut, aber das kontinentale Buffet war etwas übersichtlich, nur für 2 Stunden aufgebaut und Kaffee kam aus Warmhaltekannen. Keine reservierten Parkplätze für Hotelgäste, abends musste man teilweise oben an der Straße parken, weil das Restaurant so voll war. Es sind zwar nur Kleinigkeiten zu bemängeln, aber für den Preis und für 4 Sterne hätten wir das anders erwartet.

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Ulrika couple se
8
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple gb
10
2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Ryan family_with_children gb
10
Nice little place to stop
Pros:

Nice view of the sea, room was tidy, nice amenities and everything we expected.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Gary solo_traveller gb
10
A Great Find
Pros:

Lovely spacious room with large bath and shower. Sea view. Great location, large pub garden with sea views. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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STEVEN couple gb
8
Pros:

The only thing I would change would be a fridge in the room. Apart from that, room 5 is fantastic.

2026-05-24 via Nuitee