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Where to stay in Bristol
A creative harbour city with Georgian Clifton and Brunel's bridge.
Bristol is the south-west's creative capital: a harbour city of Georgian terraces, street art, independent food and Brunel engineering, crowned by elegant Clifton and its famous suspension bridge. It is characterful and easygoing.
Stay up in Clifton for the views and the village feel, an easy walk or hop from the harbourside.
Best areas to stay in Bristol
Clifton. Georgian terraces, the suspension bridge and the best townhouse hotels.
Harbourside. Museums, restaurants and the waterfront buzz.
Old City & Stokes Croft. Street art, independents and nightlife.
Getting there & around
Train. Direct trains from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads in around 90 minutes.
Car & transport. Walkable in the centre and Clifton; buses link the districts.
Car-free. Bristol works well car-free, especially Clifton and the harbour; use trains and buses.
Frequently asked questions
Where should you stay in Bristol?
Up in Clifton for Georgian charm, the suspension bridge and the best townhouse hotels, an easy hop from the harbour.
Is Bristol easy to reach?
Yes, direct trains from London Paddington reach Temple Meads in around 90 minutes.
Can you combine Bristol with Bath?
Easily. The two cities are a short train ride apart and pair well over a long weekend.