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Description

The Clifton Hotel is a well-established and affordable 3-star hotel in the heart of Clifton, Bristol, offering a relaxed and welcoming base for groups and international visitors. Located close to the University of Bristol, Clifton Village, the Clifton Suspension Bridge, Bristol Museum & Art Gallery and the city centre, the hotel is ideal for leisure groups, student and educational travel, special-interest tours and budget-conscious FIT travellers. The hotel combines period character with practical facilities and benefits from the support of the wider Clifton Hotels collection. Guests can also enjoy the convenience of Racks Bar & Kitchen, the hotel's popular on-site restaurant.

As the largest of the four hotels in the collection, The Clifton Hotel offers a warm and attentive welcome to every guest. Each room is thoughtfully stocked with complimentary refreshments, including fresh fruit, loose-leaf tea, biscuits, ground coffee, and a cafetière to ensure a comfortable and homely stay.


Key selling points for groups

  • Excellent value 3-star accommodation in central Clifton 

  • Suitable for leisure groups, educational groups, student travel and special-interest tours 

  • Mix of double, single, twin and family rooms 

  • Group room allocations available, subject to availability 

  • Breakfast and group dining available 

  • Popular on-site restaurant, Racks Bar & Kitchen 

  • Restaurant available for private dining, group meals and meeting hire 

  • Experienced central reservations and group handling team 

  • Easy access to Clifton attractions and Bristol city centre.

Useful information for the travel trade

Groups and travel trade bookings are managed through the Clifton Hotels reservations team. FIT allocations, group rates and commissionable arrangements can be discussed directly with the team. The hotel is suitable for small and medium-sized groups, with rooming lists and coordinated arrivals available on request. Coach drop-off is available nearby in the Clifton area, with local coach parking facilities available, subject to council regulations.

Tailored dining arrangements, group social spaces and coordinated itineraries with other Clifton Hotels properties may be possible, subject to availability. Racks Bar & Kitchen is also available for private dining, celebrations and meeting hire.

Facilities

Catering

  • Cater for vegans
  • Cater for vegetarians
  • Group menu options
  • Halal options
  • Lunch Menu
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Set rate menu
  • Sunday Lunch

Establishment Features

  • Exclusive Use
  • More than 10 bedrooms
  • Wi-Fi available

Parking & Transport

  • Close to Major Travel Routes
  • Parking Off Site
  • Within 1 Mile of a Train Station

Sustainability

  • Organisation and Employees - Sustainability Policy
  • Products & Suppliers - Locally-sourced produce
  • Products & Suppliers - Seasonal Menu
  • Third Party Sustainable Certificate
  • Waste - Food Waste Policy

Travel & Trade

  • Accept Groups up to 15 people
  • Accept Groups between 16-35 people
  • Accept Groups between 35-50 people
  • Booking confirmations sent by email
  • Commission/net rates apply
  • Group discounts available
  • Room/unit allocations available

Map & Directions

The Clifton Hotel Bristol

Type:Hotel

St Paul's Road, Bristol, BS8 1LX

Tel: +44 (0)117 973 6882

Opening Times

Open Christmas
Open New Year
Open (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)
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