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
Bar Pam Pam - 4 min walk
Cosmo - 5 min walk
Beacon House, Bristol - 4 min walk
The Brass Pig - 6 min walk
Yoyo Burger - 6 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.
Languages
English, Italian, Spanish
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 12 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
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Great stay, slightly noisy
Kyle
Kyle, 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
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
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
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2025
Nice hotel
Very small single room but comfortable and cosy
Nicola rose
Nicola rose, 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
Apr 2, 2025
Great value hotel.
Arrived at midnight.
Really smooth check in.
Very good value.
R
R, 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.
Alison
Alison, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2024
Great staff and Breakfast would recommend.
Kay
Kay, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 11, 2025
Great stay
Rooms was very close together lots of noise from bar downstairs but stopped around 11. The food was amazing in the restaurant and staff was very helpful
Claire
Claire, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2024
The location of the hotel is great
Ahmed
Ahmed, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 1, 2024
Staff were very friendly and helpful; breakfast was good and the cafetière in the room was a bonus. We’ll definitely stay again as great value for money when visiting our children at uni in Bristol.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 24, 2025
Underwhelming but ok for one night
The hotel looks a bit tired and in need of a refurb (it appears to be in the middle of being done up)
The room we were in had not been hoocered and there were biscuit crumbs on the floor. We asked to move rooms which was accomodated but the second room was still not very clean. The decor was also scuffed and dated. There were bleach marks on the quilt on the bed and paint marks on the chair. The shower tray flooded when using the shower as well. However, the staff were friendly and helpful and did apologise for these errors and provided a small discount which was a nice gesture. Still, dissapointing standards considering we paid nearly £100 per night.
molly
molly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2024
Great location
Lovely staff and hotel great location
Angelina
Angelina, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2023
Great short stay
Great short stay
David
David, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2025
Always excellent
JAMES
JAMES, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
Really friendly and helpful staff. Nice food in basement restaurant.
Jackie
Jackie, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 9, 2025
Stuffy room
The small room was crammed, hot, uncomfortable . The window could only open very slightly and the small desk fan was ineffective.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2024
It was lovely and quiet and clean lovely staff
Sam
Sam, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2025
Nice
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Nice staff
All ok staff brilliant very helpful and friendly
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 15, 2024
Very friendly helpful staff, slightly noisy rooms ( creaking floors) probably expected in an older building.