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The Washington

3.0 star property
3-star guest house near Clifton Suspension Bridge

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Photo gallery for The Washington

A dining area with tables set for breakfast, a fruit display, and a chalkboard with a message.
A hotel entrance with a red canopy labeled "Clifton Hotels The Washington".
A hotel room with a large bed, a cityscape view, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A reception area with a wooden desk, a brown leather sofa with red cushions, and a large arched window.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a framed picture of a bridge, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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St Pauls Road, Clifton, Bristol, England, BS8 1 LX
  • Place, University of Bristol
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a framed picture of a bridge, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Family Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with yellow curtains.

King or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with patterned pillows and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a framed certificate on the wall.

Single Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a framed artwork on the wall, and a window with yellow curtains.

Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a blue headboard, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a door with a framed certificate.

Single Non-ensuite Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Bristol

Heart of Bristol.Within a 10-minute walk of this Clifton guesthouse, you'll find Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery and University of Bristol. Cabot Tower and Clifton Down are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Bristol - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • O2 Academy - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Clifton Down - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bristol Hippodrome Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Clifton Down Station - 10 min walk
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Odd Shop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪STARLINGS - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cosmo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Be at One - Bristol - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Washington

3-star guest house near Clifton Suspension Bridge
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly The Washington also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Bristol guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
The Washington offers 46 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured self parking on site (GBP 12 per night)

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 9 for adults and GBP 9 for children
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 15
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 15

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (7:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [The Clifton Hotel, St Paul's Rd, Clifton, Bristol BS8 1LX]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 9 for adults and GBP 9 for children
  • Secured self parking fee: GBP 12 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Washington Bristol
Washington Hotel Bristol
Washington House Bristol
Washington Guesthouse Bristol
Washington Guesthouse
The Washington Bristol
The Washington Guesthouse
The Washington Guesthouse Bristol

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Washington to the airport?

The Washington is 8.2 mi (23-min drive) away from the Bristol International Airport (BRS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Washington?

As of Jul 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Washington on Aug 16, 2026 start from CA $72, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Washington have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Washington.

How close is The Washington to the beach?

This guesthouse is 13.3 mi (31-min drive) from Clevedon Beach.

Does The Washington offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Washington, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 9 for adults and GBP 9 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Washington?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Washington?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in costs GBP 15 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Washington?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse. Self parking is available for GBP 12 per night.

Does The Washington have a pool?

The Washington does not have a pool.

Does The Washington have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Washington to downtown Bristol?

The Washington is 0.7 mi away from Bristol.

The Washington Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 303 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 351 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 196 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1000 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, friendly and helpful staff, Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was cozy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, lovely linen and very comfortable beds. Thanks for a lovely last minute stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, friendly staff, comfortable bed, good breakfast, convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good value guest house, with great staff and good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent location, nice staff,near clifton downs station and cotham hill shops
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old hotel quirky perfect
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The breakfast was ok
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant room and good bed ,heating came on evening and morning, nice safe area,walkable to centre of city,excellent breakfast nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and comfortable and the staff were incredibly courteous and pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Benita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great extras in the room & a really good breakfast. My only issue was that I could hear people talking in the room next to me until they went to sleep, which was at 1:30am, so the soundproofing is a bit of an issue.
Single Room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Yee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jac

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel convenient location, nice breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn't fault the hotel at all. Great staff, good location, nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Compared to the OYO across the road, it’s a million times better! Staff are great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, nothing was to much trouble for the staff, breakfasts were very good with traditional and vegan options available, staff were kind and attentive. Excellent restaurant called Racks next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Daniel upgraded me to a ensuite which was better. The breakfast was great. Good location & fairly cheap. Definately recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

HAOMING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It's quite an old building, the staff are helpful, but rooms may be outdated and differ from guests' expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The reception staff and breakfast staff were excellent. Courteous and helpful and really friendly. Location of the hotel is good for walking down to the harbour and the city centre. Plenty of good restaurants nearby. Hotel was quiet and we had a good night’s sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value and fantastic breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good price, comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Old fasioned, good service, watch parking
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Enjoyed our stay. Would come back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025