In the heart of Clifton, Clifton Hotel offers a warm atmosphere with breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Racks Bar and Kitchen. Guests can relax in the garden or on the terrace while enjoying al fresco dining. With high-speed WiFi and helpful staff available 24/7, your stay is sure to be a memorable one.
Cabot Circus Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Getting around
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 22 min drive
Clifton Down Station - 11 min walk
Redland Station - 19 min walk
Montpelier Station - 28 min walk
Restaurants
Channings Hotel - 4 min walk
Cosmo - 4 min walk
Black Sheep Coffee - 5 min walk
Caffè Nero - 4 min walk
Jason Doner Van - 4 min walk
About this property
Clifton Hotel
At Clifton Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from University of Bristol and Bristol Hippodrome Theatre. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Racks Bar and Kitchen, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. The helpful staff and overall property condition get good marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
59 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Secured uncovered onsite self parking (GBP 14 per day)
Onsite parking limited
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Discount at nearby fitness center
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Racks Bar and Kitchen - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Caffe Clifton - This café serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 13 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 15 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 15 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Parking
Uncovered self parking costs GBP 14 per day
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Does Clifton Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Clifton Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Clifton Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Clifton Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 14 per day. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Clifton Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of GBP 15 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 15 (subject to availability). Express check-in and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Clifton Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Clifton Hotel?
Yes, Racks Bar and Kitchen offers alfresco dining.
What's the area around Clifton Hotel like?
Clifton Hotel is in Clifton, a short 7-minute walk from University of Bristol and 16 minutes' walk from Bristol Hippodrome Theatre.
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Clifton Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
6/10 Good
Aug 12, 2025
Location is great and room was ok practical and ok for short stay or when in need of a place to chill while holidaying.
George
George, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 27, 2025
Nice base for Bristol
Lovely hotel in a good location near most things in Bristol. Room is comfortable, a little small, but fine for a couple of nights. Staff were lovely and friendly.
Jade
Jade, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
Have stayed here several times now, always good
Joan
Joan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Excellent stay, really enjoyed it
Joan
Joan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2025
Great stay!!
Great stay, staff so friendly and very helpful. Comfortable bed, clean room. Only downside is to hot in the room, fan don't help. Apart that great stay, definitely book again 😊
Audrone
Audrone, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2025
Have stayed here before & great as always
Joan
Joan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
All round excellent
From the moment you arrive you are made to feel welcome. Reception staff and check in excellent. The room was lovely. Very clean and with good coffee etc. I will definitely make this my first choice in Bristol.
Adrian
Adrian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Great stay, slightly noisy
Kyle
Kyle, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 9, 2025
Comparable to a hostel
Room had a crushed biscuit under the bed visible from bathroom. Sheets smelt used. The room was hot. My suggestion would be to close down in honesty.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 15, 2025
gggGGGREAT!
Chloe and Flo’s welcome on the front desk was the best way to start a day for a cranky overtired traveller such as myself. The guys serving the breakfast were equally friendly and spritely. They have the best staff and the hotel location and setting are gggGGGREAT!
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 22, 2025
The windows did not open and there was no climate control in the room - only a fan. I was in desperate need of fresh air/climate control throughout the night and hardly slept at all.
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
Bra mysigt hotel.
Väldigt trevligt hotel, andra gången jag stannar här nu, lihger väldigt fint i Bristol och har en väldigt bra frukost.
Ligger när flera busshållplatser så de är lätt att ta sig runt.
Väldigt vänlig personal som.låna ut en adapter när jag glömde min hemma.
Per
Per, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2025
Excellent as always
Joan
Joan, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 3, 2025
Man får hvad man betaler for
Og her betaler man ikke meget. Værelset er småt, to personer og to kufferter så er man udfordret på pladsen. Termoruderne var punkteret på værelset. Men god seng at sove i, og lille fint badeværelse. Det bedste er restauranten og baren. Flotte lokaler og stor dejlig terrasse.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 11, 2025
The staff were excellent both at reception and for breakfast. Very attentive and nothing was too much trouble. The breakfast was lovely, good choice and quick service. The only downside to the stay was the double bed was very small, the curtains needed some attention as they were hanging off the rail, also the bathroom could do with some TLC, new flooring and a good scrub around the shower doors. The signal for the tv was temperamental and ITV was not available. Overall though the room was clean and we enjoyed our stay.
Philippa
Philippa, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 10, 2025
Nice friendly staff
Everyone at reception was helpful and friendly. Great central location.
There was a heatwave and despite being provided a fan the room was extremely hot. Not much the hotel can do about it but might be worth considering a newer hotel with air con instead if travelling during heat waves.
Jordan
Jordan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 26, 2025
Warm welcome
Hot shower
Comfy bed
ticked all the boxes when the chain hotels were ridiculously priced, this was a pleasant surprise, & a hotel I’ll use again !!
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 9, 2025
Stay away from Room 15
I had a call a week before the booking and advised the representative from the hotel that my family have a early start in the lining and the lady said she would put my family in the quiet part of the hotel…… the room was above a noisy area and the window wouldn’t close after the staff member trying himself… no other rooms available. I spoke to the hotel and they promised a call for the Duty Manager in the morning….. still no call back as courtesy…. Dreadful example of a hotel.
Darren
Darren, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2024
Was a good stay, staff were very nice and helpful. Hotel is in a good location too!
Mazin
Mazin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 8, 2025
The hotel was loverly and friendly . The rooms were clean and respectable. Great Breakfast and service. My only complaint was about the noise from Bar across road and people leaving quite late mainly students. However it did mention this on website that some times it could be noisy due to bar below hotel . No mention of bar and terrace across the road.
IAN
IAN, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 13, 2025
Hot stuffy room which was covered in dirt and dust
Florence
Florence, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2025
Nice hotel
Very small single room but comfortable and cosy
Nicola rose
Nicola rose, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2025
Fantastic weekend stay at the Clifton Hotel. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. I stayed in room 50 and it was the comfiest hotel bed I have ever slept in.
Very convenient for exploring Clifton and the surrounding areas.