For Bristol City Centre Hotels, choose the Clifton Hotel for atmosphere, service and individuality.

If you’re searching for Bristol city centre hotels, then look no further than the Clifton Hotel. It stands out from the crowd as unique, individual and personal. As the original and largest Hotel in the Clifton Hotel Group, we have generations of experience in delivering quality accommodation and first rate service at an affordable rate.

The Clifton Hotel in Bristol

The Clifton Hotel prides itself on being something special and different from all the other Bristol city centre hotels. It has a vibrant feel whilst also being a relaxing place to rest your head.

Located in its namesake suburb of Clifton, the hotel is just 10 minutes walk from the city centre, but still manages to be convenient for all of the city’s attractions and commercial centres, whilst not feeling like a city centre hotel. Clifton is known for its fine Georgian squares, crescents and terraces, and like much of the area the Clifton Hotel is a Grade II listed building giving the hotel a historic and characterful feel. This contrasted with the colourful and modernised interior gives a personality to the hotel and the rooms that is not replicated.

Bristol's Caffe Clifton

Perhaps the most exciting element of the hotel is Caffe Clifton, a delightful Café with sun blessed outdoor seating, serving the best freshly ground Coffee, all manner of speciality teas, scrumptious homemade cakes and even breakfast in the form of a sneaky bacon roll or a delicious yet guilt-free granola pot.  Caffe Clifton was added to the hotel in 2008 and remains popular with local residents and hotel guests alike. The Caffe even hosts its own events, including a book club, a trendy knitting group and the occasional creative workshop, such as fascinator making. The Caffe prides itself on sourcing Bristol’s best tea, the fresh jasmine or soothing oolong are the perfect way to escape from Bristol city stress.

Racks Bar & Kitchen in Bristol City Centre

Racks bar and kitchen is the Clifton’s very own cellar bar serving not only a delicious full English and continental breakfast to our guests, but also a wide range of good value freshly cooked wholesome food. The bar is a popular haunt of locals and hotel guests alike and the atmosphere is one of the liveliest and friendliest of any bar in the city. A top choice of venue for private functions, including wedding receptions, birthday and Christmas parties, Racks has a large function room which can be hired in conjunction with the terrace. This sunny outdoor space is quite unlike anything in any other Bristol city centre hotels.

As many people who have previously visited Bristol city centre hotels, will know parking vehicles in the centre of the city can be a time consuming task. However, the Clifton Hotel has its own secure garage car park available for a small surcharge, much less than other hotels in the city. We can reserve spaces for you in advance giving you the peace of mind in knowing you won’t have worry about finding that space after a long journey. Call 0117 973 6882 and speak to our friendly reception team to arrange this.

A City Centre Hotel

The Clifton Hotel is just a few minutes stroll away from Bristol city centre, where you’ll find all the major sights and sounds of the city. From West End touring musicals at the Bristol Hippodrome to the drama and suspense filled productions at Bristol Old Vic, the Clifton Hotel is ideally located for a theatre break. If live music is your thing, then we’re also right in the heart of the Bristol music scene with the Colston Hall, 02 Academy, Anson Rooms and St Georges all just around the corner.

Shopping in Bristol

For city centre shopping it’s a short walk to Broadmead and the new Cabot Circus regional shopping and entertainment complex, whilst even closer you’ll find the boutique and independent shops on Park Street and in Clifton Village.

If you’re visiting the University of Bristol for an open day or graduation ceremony or as a visiting academic or parent, you’ll surely find the Clifton’s location ideal as its just a few steps from the majority of departments. The student union is literally at the end of the road and the Clifton halls of residence are also in our neighbourhood. Wills memorial building, home to the university of Bristol graduation ceremonies is located on the Triangle, right by the Clifton Hotel.

As an extra touch all of our Bristol city centre hotels offer a complimentary hospitality in the rooms of loose leaf tea, fresh coffee with a cafetiere, a bowl of fresh fruit and some tasty biscuits as welcome gift to you on arrival.

Rooms at the City Hotel the Clifton

All rooms at the Clifton Hotel have recently been fitted with brand new flat screen TVs offering a wide range of channels for your entertainment and enjoyment.  Our Executive rooms also offer guests their own mini fridge and stereo system allowing you to bring some extra comforts with you and feel more at home in your room.  The entire hotel has wireless internet access. Passwords are available at reception for a small extra fee.

Due to its lively bar, Racks, great location and large number of twin and family rooms the Clifton Hotel is very popular with groups coming to Bristol. Whether it’s a touring sports team, hen do, stag party or a reunion, our central reservations team will arrange a fantastic discount for any group bookings of 5 rooms or more. Simply fill out an enquiry form to check availability and rates or call us on 0117 946 7469 for full information assistance with managing your group.

All in all the Clifton Hotel is alone among Bristol city centre hotels in offering great value, comfort and quality in a uniquely lively café style environment, whilst also providing a high level of service and exudes a character like no other.