Harbour Hotel & Spa Bristol
US$184
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Harbour Hotel & Spa Bristol
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US$184
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Harbour Hotel & Spa Bristol average US$150 in the cheapest month (January) and US$200 in the most expensive month (June), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$150 |
| February | US$163 |
| March | US$173 |
| April | US$162 |
| May | US$183 |
| June | US$200 |
| July | US$184 |
| August | US$158 |
| September | US$199 |
| October | US$184 |
| November | US$186 |
| December | US$171 |
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Most expensive: June (~US$200)
Cheapest: January (~US$150)
About this property
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. Additional features at this hotel include compliment...
Amenities
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Harbour Kitchen, a restaurant which specializes in seafood, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 42 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Location
A stay at Harbour Hotel Bristol places you in the heart of Bristol, steps from St Nicholas Market and Castle Park. This spa hotel is 13 mi (20.9 km) from Thermae Bath Spa and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Broadmead Shopping Centre.
What's nearby
St Nicholas Market(0.1 Miles)
Castle Park(0.1 Miles)
Bristol Hippodrome Theatre(0.2 Miles)
Broadmead Shopping Centre(0.2 Miles)
Bristol Beacon(0.2 Miles)
Bristol Theatre Royal(0.2 Miles)
Old Vic Theatre(0.3 Miles)
Watershed(0.3 Miles)
Queen Victoria's Statue(0.3 Miles)
O2 Academy(0.4 Miles)
University of Bristol(0.4 Miles)
Banksy's Well Hung Lover(0.4 Miles)
Bristol Cathedral(0.4 Miles)
Queen Square(0.4 Miles)
Bristol Aquarium(0.4 Miles)
The preferred airport for Harbour Hotel Bristol is Bristol International Airport (BRS)(8.8 Miles)
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Location
53-55 Corn Street, Bristol Old City, Bristol, England, United Kingdom
St Nicholas Market (0.1 Miles)
Castle Park (0.1 Miles)
Bristol Hippodrome Theatre (0.2 Miles)
Broadmead Shopping Centre (0.2 Miles)
Bristol Beacon (0.2 Miles)
Bristol Theatre Royal (0.2 Miles)
Room options
4
Superior Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
215 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
4
Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
129 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
5
Deluxe Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
258 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
4
Suite, Corner
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
242 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
4
Junior Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
236 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of Harbour Hotel & Spa Bristol
8.2
Very good
Based on 1,268 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
46%
Couple
42%
Family
7%
Group
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Harbour Hotel & Spa Bristol draws praise for its central location, welcoming staff, and comfortable beds, while recurring downsides include city-centre noise at night, small or dark rooms for some, inconsistent maintenance, and extra charges to use the spa.
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What guests think
Harbour Hotel & Spa Bristol draws praise for its central location, welcoming staff, and comfortable beds, while recurring downsides include city-centre noise at night, small or dark rooms for some, inconsistent maintenance, and extra charges to use the spa.
The underground spa is characterful but often described as small, busy or occasionally closed, with timed slots and paid access that can surprise third‑party bookers. Rooms vary widely in layout and light; several note frosted or no external windows, temperature or air‑con issues, and mixed upkeep, though many found them stylish. Breakfast and dining get mixed feedback, ranging from excellent meals and a cozy bar to slow service and average dishes. Expect a well-located, characterful stay with good service but potential noise and extra costs.
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Facilities
The atmospheric basement spa is small and can be busy, with paid, prebooked access and occasional closures or broken facilities; some found the pool cold. The gym is small/basic, bar is popular, and parking is off‑site nearby.
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Harriet
6 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
BEWARE - unless you book with the hotel you’ll have to pay £10 per person to use the Spa. Had we known this we probably would have booked another hotel.
BEWARE - unless you book with the hotel you’ll have to pay £10 per person to use the Spa. Had we known this we probably would have booked another hotel.
10
Georgina
3 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a wonderful stay - the hotel is in a gorgeous old building with amazing tall ceilings, the staff were so friendly, the gym and spa were excellent (the one hour free access per day was very appreciated!), and the bed was so comfortable. We will definitely stay here again!
We had a wonderful stay - the hotel is in a gorgeous old building with amazing tall ceilings, the staff were so friendly, the gym and spa were excellent (the one hour free access per day was very appreciated!), and the bed was so comfortable. We will definitely stay here again!
10
Kayleigh
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful place. The beds are very comfy and the rooms are very spacious. Everything was clean. Wish the fridge was actually cold but oh well. We tried the spa but unfortunately the two pools were out of order but they still allowed us to use the sauna and steam room. Those were great and they comped our hour session. Bath robes and slippers are in the room to use. We'll definitely be staying here again. It's such a great location and very quiet. Shout out to Jing as well. She was so helpful with the questions we had.
Beautiful place. The beds are very comfy and the rooms are very spacious. Everything was clean. Wish the fridge was actually cold but oh well. We tried the spa but unfortunately the two pools were out of order but they still allowed us to use the sauna and steam room. Those were great and they comped our hour session. Bath robes and slippers are in the room to use. We'll definitely be staying here again. It's such a great location and very quiet. Shout out to Jing as well. She was so helpful with the questions we had.
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Marissa
20 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice room and welcome. However I booked this room as I wanted a swimming pool, which it says it has. When I got there I was told it would be £10 to use it! Just because I booked via an app. No details on the app to say that!
Nice room and welcome. However I booked this room as I wanted a swimming pool, which it says it has. When I got there I was told it would be £10 to use it! Just because I booked via an app. No details on the app to say that!
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Zuzana
15 Apr 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We enjoyed our stay, lovely room but we were disappointed to find out that the spa was closed on our arrival but would still recommend this hotel
We enjoyed our stay, lovely room but we were disappointed to find out that the spa was closed on our arrival but would still recommend this hotel
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Heather
26 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed at HHB over the bank holiday weekend. Cannot fault the staff, they are a credit to the hotel. Decor is lovely and the spa is great albeit compact. £10 pp per hour to use the spa but the treatments are considerably more expensive so we didn’t have any. Our main gripe was with the room. There were two rooms that were stationed on the other side of the bar so you had to walk through the bar to get to them. Our room was up a flight of stairs and just felt quite lacking. It was quite small, had no natural light because there wasn’t an outside window (only a window with frosted glass to an event room), and we had no hand soap for the entire duration. There were multiple doors to the room which was needed because of the noise from the bar downstairs. The nespresso machine in the room was great, until it flooded the bedside table whilst we were out and ruined my phone charger. We got asked by the staff at the end if we’d used anything from the mini bar, when our room didn’t even come with one. All in all, a lovely hotel with lots of potential, but felt like we’d been punished a bit with a subpar room because we’d booked through a third party.
Stayed at HHB over the bank holiday weekend. Cannot fault the staff, they are a credit to the hotel. Decor is lovely and the spa is great albeit compact. £10 pp per hour to use the spa but the treatments are considerably more expensive so we didn’t have any. Our main gripe was with the room. There were two rooms that were stationed on the other side of the bar so you had to walk through the bar to get to them. Our room was up a flight of stairs and just felt quite lacking. It was quite small, had no natural light because there wasn’t an outside window (only a window with frosted glass to an event room), and we had no hand soap for the entire duration. There were multiple doors to the room which was needed because of the noise from the bar downstairs. The nespresso machine in the room was great, until it flooded the bedside table whilst we were out and ruined my phone charger. We got asked by the staff at the end if we’d used anything from the mini bar, when our room didn’t even come with one. All in all, a lovely hotel with lots of potential, but felt like we’d been punished a bit with a subpar room because we’d booked through a third party.
10
Karen
16 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is conveniently situated and has a spa which is why I booked it. My room was upgraded and nicely decorated and quirky; the ceiling must be about 30 ft high! The air con can be a bit noisy but otherwise quiet. The staff were friendly and helpful. The spa is small but that's quirky, too - used to be a vault and you can still see the brick tunnel and heavy doors. Didn't try any of the dining options so unable to comment. Very enjoyable stay.
The hotel is conveniently situated and has a spa which is why I booked it. My room was upgraded and nicely decorated and quirky; the ceiling must be about 30 ft high! The air con can be a bit noisy but otherwise quiet. The staff were friendly and helpful. The spa is small but that's quirky, too - used to be a vault and you can still see the brick tunnel and heavy doors. Didn't try any of the dining options so unable to comment. Very enjoyable stay.
8
stefan
6 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel room was nice, but I don't agree with charging guests to use the spa facilities when it is the main attraction of booking this hotel.
The hotel room was nice, but I don't agree with charging guests to use the spa facilities when it is the main attraction of booking this hotel.
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Michael
12 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful building, had a dinner dance in the main ballroom, Wow what a room. Only downside was no carpark but there are carparks close that you get discount in plus bus service very good.
Beautiful building, had a dinner dance in the main ballroom, Wow what a room. Only downside was no carpark but there are carparks close that you get discount in plus bus service very good.
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Elizabeth
4 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Disappointing that there was an additional charge for the spa facilities, for only an hour slot. Shower wasn’t working by the sauna/steam room, which meant you had to keep walking back out of the spa and through the reception area to take a shower (made me doubt the cleanliness of the spa). Gym was very small/basic with limited equipment and lots of things broken. Staff were a little defensive. I don’t drink so didn’t make use of the complementary gin in the room, but coffee pods in the room were nice. Overall not great value for money, but the location was good, and room was comfortable and clean
Disappointing that there was an additional charge for the spa facilities, for only an hour slot. Shower wasn’t working by the sauna/steam room, which meant you had to keep walking back out of the spa and through the reception area to take a shower (made me doubt the cleanliness of the spa). Gym was very small/basic with limited equipment and lots of things broken. Staff were a little defensive. I don’t drink so didn’t make use of the complementary gin in the room, but coffee pods in the room were nice. Overall not great value for money, but the location was good, and room was comfortable and clean
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms and bathrooms clean with fresh linens, but housekeeping and maintenance are inconsistent. Reports include stained furniture, damp or drain smells, missed toiletries, tired sealant, and occasional clutter or dust in shared areas.
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Lisa
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Would come here again. Really comfortable and spacious room. We stayed in deluxe. Definitely worth the upgrade. Cleaning staff forgot to fill up the toiletries which was a shame. But otherwise excellent
Would come here again. Really comfortable and spacious room. We stayed in deluxe. Definitely worth the upgrade. Cleaning staff forgot to fill up the toiletries which was a shame. But otherwise excellent
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Richard
13 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was very tired the rooms were not clean and in general i wouldn’t recommend
The hotel was very tired the rooms were not clean and in general i wouldn’t recommend
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Evelyn
11 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location was excellent in terms of proximity to shops/bars/restaurants. As it's a City Centre Hotel you do expect to hear Street noise and music so it was surprising that ear plugs aren't provided. The air conditioning looked like it needed a clean/servicing. It was inadequate and had I stayed more than one night I would have requested an engineer. The bed was incredibly comfortable and the linen felt clean and high quality, which is what I expect from a Harbour Hotel. The bathroom was also very clean with a really good shower. The room itself felt very dated, the furniture made it feel cramped and the layout made no sense. The sofa needed a deep clean, it had numerous dubious stains and we avoided using it for this reason. I'd prearranged some sparkling wine for the room for a Birthday surprise but sadly this wasn't there, however we did receive some chocolates, which was nice. Overall, the room we were in really needs an overhaul - fresh carpets and furniture as it was underwhelming for the room type (junior suite) and made the room feel dirty.
The location was excellent in terms of proximity to shops/bars/restaurants. As it's a City Centre Hotel you do expect to hear Street noise and music so it was surprising that ear plugs aren't provided. The air conditioning looked like it needed a clean/servicing. It was inadequate and had I stayed more than one night I would have requested an engineer. The bed was incredibly comfortable and the linen felt clean and high quality, which is what I expect from a Harbour Hotel. The bathroom was also very clean with a really good shower. The room itself felt very dated, the furniture made it feel cramped and the layout made no sense. The sofa needed a deep clean, it had numerous dubious stains and we avoided using it for this reason. I'd prearranged some sparkling wine for the room for a Birthday surprise but sadly this wasn't there, however we did receive some chocolates, which was nice. Overall, the room we were in really needs an overhaul - fresh carpets and furniture as it was underwhelming for the room type (junior suite) and made the room feel dirty.
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Thomas
29 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great room and lovely hotel but all the laundry through the hall at 1400 gave a poor impression as did having to take the service lift as the one at the reception was out of order for the duration of our stay.
Great room and lovely hotel but all the laundry through the hall at 1400 gave a poor impression as did having to take the service lift as the one at the reception was out of order for the duration of our stay.
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Kevin
22 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is old and a bit tired. Some of the communal areas were dirty and in need of decoration. There was a problem with the drain system which caused an overpowering stench in our room. The staff did change our room for us, however offered no incentive to compensate for the inconvenience. The smell was also evident in the restaurant by the kitchen which put us off eating in the hotel. We chose the hotel because of the spa facility however it’s very small and limited and there is a fee for using it on top of the room rate. The central location was quite good however this meant there was no parking at the hotel. You could use the NCP close by however even with a discount it was still expensive. Overall I would say it’s not quite the experience one would expect for the price. I wouldn’t revisit or recommend it I’m afraid.
This hotel is old and a bit tired. Some of the communal areas were dirty and in need of decoration. There was a problem with the drain system which caused an overpowering stench in our room. The staff did change our room for us, however offered no incentive to compensate for the inconvenience. The smell was also evident in the restaurant by the kitchen which put us off eating in the hotel. We chose the hotel because of the spa facility however it’s very small and limited and there is a fee for using it on top of the room rate. The central location was quite good however this meant there was no parking at the hotel. You could use the NCP close by however even with a discount it was still expensive. Overall I would say it’s not quite the experience one would expect for the price. I wouldn’t revisit or recommend it I’m afraid.
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alan
11 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Shower cubicle was a bit tired, the sealent was black needs replacing, otherwise score would have been excellent
Shower cubicle was a bit tired, the sealent was black needs replacing, otherwise score would have been excellent
8
Shane
20 May 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Faultless service from staff with whom we had contact. Lack of attention to detail from housekeeping which included dirty flannel left in shower, glasses and ice bucket not washed, victials not topped up and dusty head board.
Faultless service from staff with whom we had contact. Lack of attention to detail from housekeeping which included dirty flannel left in shower, glasses and ice bucket not washed, victials not topped up and dusty head board.
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Jon
8 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel has severe issues in rooms in the property due to damp and mould spores. The smell was so bad in our room 252 I had to get dressed and go down to reception at 5am as we were unable to sleep. I was informed that nothing could be done. I called a manager about 8am who came up to the room and witnessed the terrible smell. She apologised and explained the hotel is built in and old bank that has rot issues. They have tried to cover the smell with plug in air fresheners but is way beyond that. They did give us a free breakfast and a £50 back in way of apology. I have stayed in the hotel before in rooms at the other end of the hotel which was fine. Serious work and health inspection is required urgently.
The hotel has severe issues in rooms in the property due to damp and mould spores. The smell was so bad in our room 252 I had to get dressed and go down to reception at 5am as we were unable to sleep. I was informed that nothing could be done. I called a manager about 8am who came up to the room and witnessed the terrible smell. She apologised and explained the hotel is built in and old bank that has rot issues. They have tried to cover the smell with plug in air fresheners but is way beyond that. They did give us a free breakfast and a £50 back in way of apology. I have stayed in the hotel before in rooms at the other end of the hotel which was fine. Serious work and health inspection is required urgently.
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Julie
31 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Reception and spa very helpful and friendly . The dining area looked quite dirty. Bed was comfortable but the air con was noisy as was corn street with the local pubs having barrels collected early hours of the morning.
Reception and spa very helpful and friendly . The dining area looked quite dirty. Bed was comfortable but the air con was noisy as was corn street with the local pubs having barrels collected early hours of the morning.
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danielle
2 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The property is a little worn in places , room did smell a little damp
The property is a little worn in places , room did smell a little damp
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Rooms
Room experiences vary: comfortable beds and some spacious, high‑ceilinged or upgraded rooms contrast with small or windowless rooms, awkward layouts and limited views. Street and bar noise and temperamental air‑con/heating affect some stays.
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Zoe
30 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel was clean, comfortable and modern. Room was huge and facilities were good. Be warned even though the hotel states all rooms are sound proofed - if you have a room overlooking Small St then the music from the night club opposite is extremely audioable in the rooms. Mid week that’s until 12:30am but much later at weekends. Breakfast was delicious and staff very friendly.
Hotel was clean, comfortable and modern. Room was huge and facilities were good. Be warned even though the hotel states all rooms are sound proofed - if you have a room overlooking Small St then the music from the night club opposite is extremely audioable in the rooms. Mid week that’s until 12:30am but much later at weekends. Breakfast was delicious and staff very friendly.
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Agnieszka
3 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Terrible stay in a room that should not be offered to guests. Behind the kitchen on the ground floor. Windows were covered in opaque treatment so very little light. Air con unit out side widow kept me awake, then the banging from the kitchen. Room is so small there was no space for an armchair, only a small conference chair at the desk. Will not be risking staying at this hotel again.
Terrible stay in a room that should not be offered to guests. Behind the kitchen on the ground floor. Windows were covered in opaque treatment so very little light. Air con unit out side widow kept me awake, then the banging from the kitchen. Room is so small there was no space for an armchair, only a small conference chair at the desk. Will not be risking staying at this hotel again.
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Lisa
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Would come here again. Really comfortable and spacious room. We stayed in deluxe. Definitely worth the upgrade. Cleaning staff forgot to fill up the toiletries which was a shame. But otherwise excellent
Would come here again. Really comfortable and spacious room. We stayed in deluxe. Definitely worth the upgrade. Cleaning staff forgot to fill up the toiletries which was a shame. But otherwise excellent
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Kirra
16 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Really disappointed with room we were given it was extremely small it was like an attic room no natural light extremely dark very hot as we couldn’t open the windows felt extremely claustrophobic in the room. Are friends also stayed there room was same price but so much bigger really lovely with a bathroom 3 times the size. Was very disappointed in our room. Spa was really lovely and hotel nice just our room was not good at all.
Really disappointed with room we were given it was extremely small it was like an attic room no natural light extremely dark very hot as we couldn’t open the windows felt extremely claustrophobic in the room. Are friends also stayed there room was same price but so much bigger really lovely with a bathroom 3 times the size. Was very disappointed in our room. Spa was really lovely and hotel nice just our room was not good at all.
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Constance
19 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We normally love this chain but this time was very disappointing: the hotel wasn’t that clean, it’s a maze and super complicated to get to our room. The room itself was like a show box with no view and blinds you can’t fully opened so it was very dark.
We normally love this chain but this time was very disappointing: the hotel wasn’t that clean, it’s a maze and super complicated to get to our room. The room itself was like a show box with no view and blinds you can’t fully opened so it was very dark.
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Evelyn
11 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location was excellent in terms of proximity to shops/bars/restaurants. As it's a City Centre Hotel you do expect to hear Street noise and music so it was surprising that ear plugs aren't provided. The air conditioning looked like it needed a clean/servicing. It was inadequate and had I stayed more than one night I would have requested an engineer. The bed was incredibly comfortable and the linen felt clean and high quality, which is what I expect from a Harbour Hotel. The bathroom was also very clean with a really good shower. The room itself felt very dated, the furniture made it feel cramped and the layout made no sense. The sofa needed a deep clean, it had numerous dubious stains and we avoided using it for this reason. I'd prearranged some sparkling wine for the room for a Birthday surprise but sadly this wasn't there, however we did receive some chocolates, which was nice. Overall, the room we were in really needs an overhaul - fresh carpets and furniture as it was underwhelming for the room type (junior suite) and made the room feel dirty.
The location was excellent in terms of proximity to shops/bars/restaurants. As it's a City Centre Hotel you do expect to hear Street noise and music so it was surprising that ear plugs aren't provided. The air conditioning looked like it needed a clean/servicing. It was inadequate and had I stayed more than one night I would have requested an engineer. The bed was incredibly comfortable and the linen felt clean and high quality, which is what I expect from a Harbour Hotel. The bathroom was also very clean with a really good shower. The room itself felt very dated, the furniture made it feel cramped and the layout made no sense. The sofa needed a deep clean, it had numerous dubious stains and we avoided using it for this reason. I'd prearranged some sparkling wine for the room for a Birthday surprise but sadly this wasn't there, however we did receive some chocolates, which was nice. Overall, the room we were in really needs an overhaul - fresh carpets and furniture as it was underwhelming for the room type (junior suite) and made the room feel dirty.
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Sabitha
18 Jan 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Terrible stay, the heating/aircon system was so loud all night I could barely sleep. Booked the hotel for 3 nights but checked out after the first due to this. Also, the decor is very old and the room small.
Terrible stay, the heating/aircon system was so loud all night I could barely sleep. Booked the hotel for 3 nights but checked out after the first due to this. Also, the decor is very old and the room small.
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Fiona
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. Reception very understanding when we didn’t like our room. (It was quirky in that the bathroom was up a flight of stairs in the room). Moved us with no problem at all to a lovely room. Bed super comfortable. Good amenities and spacious bathroom. Breakfast was ok, had better. Gold bar was cosy and welcoming.
Great location. Reception very understanding when we didn’t like our room. (It was quirky in that the bathroom was up a flight of stairs in the room). Moved us with no problem at all to a lovely room. Bed super comfortable. Good amenities and spacious bathroom. Breakfast was ok, had better. Gold bar was cosy and welcoming.
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Heather
26 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed at HHB over the bank holiday weekend. Cannot fault the staff, they are a credit to the hotel. Decor is lovely and the spa is great albeit compact. £10 pp per hour to use the spa but the treatments are considerably more expensive so we didn’t have any. Our main gripe was with the room. There were two rooms that were stationed on the other side of the bar so you had to walk through the bar to get to them. Our room was up a flight of stairs and just felt quite lacking. It was quite small, had no natural light because there wasn’t an outside window (only a window with frosted glass to an event room), and we had no hand soap for the entire duration. There were multiple doors to the room which was needed because of the noise from the bar downstairs. The nespresso machine in the room was great, until it flooded the bedside table whilst we were out and ruined my phone charger. We got asked by the staff at the end if we’d used anything from the mini bar, when our room didn’t even come with one. All in all, a lovely hotel with lots of potential, but felt like we’d been punished a bit with a subpar room because we’d booked through a third party.
Stayed at HHB over the bank holiday weekend. Cannot fault the staff, they are a credit to the hotel. Decor is lovely and the spa is great albeit compact. £10 pp per hour to use the spa but the treatments are considerably more expensive so we didn’t have any. Our main gripe was with the room. There were two rooms that were stationed on the other side of the bar so you had to walk through the bar to get to them. Our room was up a flight of stairs and just felt quite lacking. It was quite small, had no natural light because there wasn’t an outside window (only a window with frosted glass to an event room), and we had no hand soap for the entire duration. There were multiple doors to the room which was needed because of the noise from the bar downstairs. The nespresso machine in the room was great, until it flooded the bedside table whilst we were out and ruined my phone charger. We got asked by the staff at the end if we’d used anything from the mini bar, when our room didn’t even come with one. All in all, a lovely hotel with lots of potential, but felt like we’d been punished a bit with a subpar room because we’d booked through a third party.
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Karen
16 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is conveniently situated and has a spa which is why I booked it. My room was upgraded and nicely decorated and quirky; the ceiling must be about 30 ft high! The air con can be a bit noisy but otherwise quiet. The staff were friendly and helpful. The spa is small but that's quirky, too - used to be a vault and you can still see the brick tunnel and heavy doors. Didn't try any of the dining options so unable to comment. Very enjoyable stay.
The hotel is conveniently situated and has a spa which is why I booked it. My room was upgraded and nicely decorated and quirky; the ceiling must be about 30 ft high! The air con can be a bit noisy but otherwise quiet. The staff were friendly and helpful. The spa is small but that's quirky, too - used to be a vault and you can still see the brick tunnel and heavy doors. Didn't try any of the dining options so unable to comment. Very enjoyable stay.
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Service
Staff are widely praised as friendly, helpful and accommodating, with frequent upgrades and thoughtful touches. A minority cite curt interactions, unreturned calls or unresolved issues.
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Sian
2 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Reception we’re absolutely helpful and very friendly. We were given an upgrade, card and chocolates as. Celebration our Anniversary. Very kind.
Reception we’re absolutely helpful and very friendly. We were given an upgrade, card and chocolates as. Celebration our Anniversary. Very kind.
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Simon
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Super polite and helpful staff
Super polite and helpful staff
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Seyed Jalal
2 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
On the night of the 25th, there was a massive party going on beneath our bedroom, and we couldn’t sleep well. When we called the reception to say that we couldn’t sleep, we were told to use earplugs and that this was not their problem. When we talked to the hotel staff in the morning, we were told that they would refund one night to our account on Hotels.com. However, I cannot see any refund or reward on my account.
On the night of the 25th, there was a massive party going on beneath our bedroom, and we couldn’t sleep well. When we called the reception to say that we couldn’t sleep, we were told to use earplugs and that this was not their problem. When we talked to the hotel staff in the morning, we were told that they would refund one night to our account on Hotels.com. However, I cannot see any refund or reward on my account.
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Graham
19 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is my 3rd stay at the Hotel and on a previous trip their were some issues which they more than made up for with a complementary upgrade to a Suite. Great room and slept well 😴 This is how you give service. If their is a problem you do something about it.
This is my 3rd stay at the Hotel and on a previous trip their were some issues which they more than made up for with a complementary upgrade to a Suite. Great room and slept well 😴 This is how you give service. If their is a problem you do something about it.
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Billie
30 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
From the moment we arrived the staff were very friendly and helpful, they upgraded our room to superior which was so lovely! They even helped take bags to our room and showed us the way there. I liked that someone stayed on reception late at night and asked for peoples room number and names for added security because it is in the middle of a busy area. The room was very clean, huge bed was super comfy, mini fridge stocked although we didn’t have anything but nice to have the option. We didn’t eat here because we’re vegan and there weren’t many options but that wasn’t a priority because Bristol is full of vegan restaurants. So the only negative thing is that very late at night you can hear people sorting the bins out very loudly, but it wasn’t really an issue. Also the maid we bumped into was really nice and friendly too and done a great job on the room. Everything was amazing and would definitely stay again.
From the moment we arrived the staff were very friendly and helpful, they upgraded our room to superior which was so lovely! They even helped take bags to our room and showed us the way there. I liked that someone stayed on reception late at night and asked for peoples room number and names for added security because it is in the middle of a busy area. The room was very clean, huge bed was super comfy, mini fridge stocked although we didn’t have anything but nice to have the option. We didn’t eat here because we’re vegan and there weren’t many options but that wasn’t a priority because Bristol is full of vegan restaurants. So the only negative thing is that very late at night you can hear people sorting the bins out very loudly, but it wasn’t really an issue. Also the maid we bumped into was really nice and friendly too and done a great job on the room. Everything was amazing and would definitely stay again.
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Robert
4 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The rooms are lovely and the staff friendly but a few things need changing/improving. Despite emailing the hotel in advance to remind of my gold hotels.com status, I was told upon check in a room upgrade wasn't available. When I questioned why the couple in front of me had just been offered an upgrade, suddenly one was found for me. The receptionist was lovely but it would have been nice if I didn't have to get a little stroppy to get something they could have easily offered as soon as I arrived. It is subject to availability but there clearly was availability, they just didn't want to offer it. My other gripe is the spa. It is a total rip off that they charge £10 to use the facilities. You get one hour and it is tiny! The swimming pool is freezing, too small to swim and too cold to use for anything other than a plunge pool post sauna. Had this been free, I would be commenting how well they have used a tiny space and booking in advance is fine (as it's so small) but you only get one hour. There was confusion too as hotels.com say it's £10 per night but the hotel tries to charge £10 per visit so £20 if you want a morning and evening use. Again, I had to get stroppy for them to admit I was right. At breakfast my bacon arrived raw after a long wait and having to aks several times if it was ready. I sent it back which took forever. I ate my eggs to avoid going cold and then got a plate of bacon. Tighten these things up, make the spa free & I'd tell everyone to stay here.
The rooms are lovely and the staff friendly but a few things need changing/improving. Despite emailing the hotel in advance to remind of my gold hotels.com status, I was told upon check in a room upgrade wasn't available. When I questioned why the couple in front of me had just been offered an upgrade, suddenly one was found for me. The receptionist was lovely but it would have been nice if I didn't have to get a little stroppy to get something they could have easily offered as soon as I arrived. It is subject to availability but there clearly was availability, they just didn't want to offer it. My other gripe is the spa. It is a total rip off that they charge £10 to use the facilities. You get one hour and it is tiny! The swimming pool is freezing, too small to swim and too cold to use for anything other than a plunge pool post sauna. Had this been free, I would be commenting how well they have used a tiny space and booking in advance is fine (as it's so small) but you only get one hour. There was confusion too as hotels.com say it's £10 per night but the hotel tries to charge £10 per visit so £20 if you want a morning and evening use. Again, I had to get stroppy for them to admit I was right. At breakfast my bacon arrived raw after a long wait and having to aks several times if it was ready. I sent it back which took forever. I ate my eggs to avoid going cold and then got a plate of bacon. Tighten these things up, make the spa free & I'd tell everyone to stay here.
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Rebecca
1 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel, just a couple of let downs. Weren’t provided with any water in room just alcohol. No information on facilities in bedroom such as spa etc in room. Would call reception and would often not get answered. Also was not informed about breakfast times (information also not provided in the room) and consequently missed it by 10 minutes. Waited in reception for some time until someone finally came to the desk after we were trying to catch the eye of other staff members. Also no shower just bath which isn’t ideal for the mornings with two friends who don’t fancy sharing the same bath water having to run a bath empty and rerun another bath. No door on bathroom so very awkward when going to the toilet with your friend in the same room.
Beautiful hotel, just a couple of let downs. Weren’t provided with any water in room just alcohol. No information on facilities in bedroom such as spa etc in room. Would call reception and would often not get answered. Also was not informed about breakfast times (information also not provided in the room) and consequently missed it by 10 minutes. Waited in reception for some time until someone finally came to the desk after we were trying to catch the eye of other staff members. Also no shower just bath which isn’t ideal for the mornings with two friends who don’t fancy sharing the same bath water having to run a bath empty and rerun another bath. No door on bathroom so very awkward when going to the toilet with your friend in the same room.
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Diane
20 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great part of Bristol to stay. Historical architecture of buildings and surrounding area was beautiful. Loads of bars and restaurants on the doorstep. Unfortunately on entering the hotel we were not greeted with an enthusiastic, friendly member of reception staff. They checked our bag in and we were told to come back after 3pm. No niceties, hello's, welcome or any type of response that promoted good manners. We returned at 3pm and checked ourselves in with a different member of staff who informed us that our bag had been taken to our room. This we thought was a nice touch, and she then took us to our room. A small but comfortable room with just a shower (no bath) which to be fair we hadn't specified but was looking forward to a nice soak after a long tromp around the town. Thank goodness for air conditioning as the window didn't open. Very comfy bed and I slept like a log. Another nice touch was the complimentary water, tea and coffee facilities AND a decanter with a drop of gin. All very good for gin drinkers but we are not so feel we missed out a little on that one. The meal we had in the restaurant was top quality and the best part of our stay. The crew were extremely attentive and couldn't do enough for us.
Great part of Bristol to stay. Historical architecture of buildings and surrounding area was beautiful. Loads of bars and restaurants on the doorstep. Unfortunately on entering the hotel we were not greeted with an enthusiastic, friendly member of reception staff. They checked our bag in and we were told to come back after 3pm. No niceties, hello's, welcome or any type of response that promoted good manners. We returned at 3pm and checked ourselves in with a different member of staff who informed us that our bag had been taken to our room. This we thought was a nice touch, and she then took us to our room. A small but comfortable room with just a shower (no bath) which to be fair we hadn't specified but was looking forward to a nice soak after a long tromp around the town. Thank goodness for air conditioning as the window didn't open. Very comfy bed and I slept like a log. Another nice touch was the complimentary water, tea and coffee facilities AND a decanter with a drop of gin. All very good for gin drinkers but we are not so feel we missed out a little on that one. The meal we had in the restaurant was top quality and the best part of our stay. The crew were extremely attentive and couldn't do enough for us.
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Heather
26 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed at HHB over the bank holiday weekend. Cannot fault the staff, they are a credit to the hotel. Decor is lovely and the spa is great albeit compact. £10 pp per hour to use the spa but the treatments are considerably more expensive so we didn’t have any. Our main gripe was with the room. There were two rooms that were stationed on the other side of the bar so you had to walk through the bar to get to them. Our room was up a flight of stairs and just felt quite lacking. It was quite small, had no natural light because there wasn’t an outside window (only a window with frosted glass to an event room), and we had no hand soap for the entire duration. There were multiple doors to the room which was needed because of the noise from the bar downstairs. The nespresso machine in the room was great, until it flooded the bedside table whilst we were out and ruined my phone charger. We got asked by the staff at the end if we’d used anything from the mini bar, when our room didn’t even come with one. All in all, a lovely hotel with lots of potential, but felt like we’d been punished a bit with a subpar room because we’d booked through a third party.
Stayed at HHB over the bank holiday weekend. Cannot fault the staff, they are a credit to the hotel. Decor is lovely and the spa is great albeit compact. £10 pp per hour to use the spa but the treatments are considerably more expensive so we didn’t have any. Our main gripe was with the room. There were two rooms that were stationed on the other side of the bar so you had to walk through the bar to get to them. Our room was up a flight of stairs and just felt quite lacking. It was quite small, had no natural light because there wasn’t an outside window (only a window with frosted glass to an event room), and we had no hand soap for the entire duration. There were multiple doors to the room which was needed because of the noise from the bar downstairs. The nespresso machine in the room was great, until it flooded the bedside table whilst we were out and ruined my phone charger. We got asked by the staff at the end if we’d used anything from the mini bar, when our room didn’t even come with one. All in all, a lovely hotel with lots of potential, but felt like we’d been punished a bit with a subpar room because we’d booked through a third party.
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Jeffrey
9 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The girl on reception could not have been more helpful. It is many years since I have experienced this level of service. Location was excellent, in the centre of the historic trading area of Bristol and close to the harbour (probably clues in the hotel name). Rooms were luxurious and very clean and comfortable.
The girl on reception could not have been more helpful. It is many years since I have experienced this level of service. Location was excellent, in the centre of the historic trading area of Bristol and close to the harbour (probably clues in the hotel name). Rooms were luxurious and very clean and comfortable.
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Location
Very central for markets, theatres, harbour and nightlife, with easy walking to shops and restaurants. The trade‑off is notable late‑night and early‑morning street noise; parking is off‑site and can feel inconvenient or costly.
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Margie
24 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect location, comfy bed — all housed in a beautiful historic building!
Perfect location, comfy bed — all housed in a beautiful historic building!
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Anthony
23 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fab hotel, lovely rooms, great location (for Bristol City Centre!) only drawback is it’s quite a walk from car park if you have luggage, but it is a city centre hotel I guess!
Fab hotel, lovely rooms, great location (for Bristol City Centre!) only drawback is it’s quite a walk from car park if you have luggage, but it is a city centre hotel I guess!
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Gareth
15 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was our first stay at this hotel, although we have stayed in many hotels in Bristol over the years, this one was recommended by a friend. So, we gave it a go, and so glad we did! At the price point, it is certainly the best we have stayed in anywhere in the city! The booking was easy and all requests were accommodated flawlessly. Check in was an absolute doddle, and the staff were genuinely kind, funny and welcoming. The location was smack bang in the middle of town, within an easy walk of the Bristol Hippodrome and the Colston Hall (now renamed), so great for gigs and shows! The room was fabulous, quirky but luxurious, and the bed was seriously one of the most comfortable I have ever slept on. I really cannot praise this place highly enough! In fact, we’re going back in a few weeks!
This was our first stay at this hotel, although we have stayed in many hotels in Bristol over the years, this one was recommended by a friend. So, we gave it a go, and so glad we did! At the price point, it is certainly the best we have stayed in anywhere in the city! The booking was easy and all requests were accommodated flawlessly. Check in was an absolute doddle, and the staff were genuinely kind, funny and welcoming. The location was smack bang in the middle of town, within an easy walk of the Bristol Hippodrome and the Colston Hall (now renamed), so great for gigs and shows! The room was fabulous, quirky but luxurious, and the bed was seriously one of the most comfortable I have ever slept on. I really cannot praise this place highly enough! In fact, we’re going back in a few weeks!
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Mike
8 Oct 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Historic building right in the heart of an historic part of town. Lots to do within easy walking distance. Staff were great, hotel room was excellent, Bristol for a weekend away was amazing.
Historic building right in the heart of an historic part of town. Lots to do within easy walking distance. Staff were great, hotel room was excellent, Bristol for a weekend away was amazing.
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rosemary
23 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The food was excellent. It was perfect for having a pre-theatre meal and walking to Hippodrome. The Spa was perfect for relaxing.
The food was excellent. It was perfect for having a pre-theatre meal and walking to Hippodrome. The Spa was perfect for relaxing.
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Evelyn
11 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location was excellent in terms of proximity to shops/bars/restaurants. As it's a City Centre Hotel you do expect to hear Street noise and music so it was surprising that ear plugs aren't provided. The air conditioning looked like it needed a clean/servicing. It was inadequate and had I stayed more than one night I would have requested an engineer. The bed was incredibly comfortable and the linen felt clean and high quality, which is what I expect from a Harbour Hotel. The bathroom was also very clean with a really good shower. The room itself felt very dated, the furniture made it feel cramped and the layout made no sense. The sofa needed a deep clean, it had numerous dubious stains and we avoided using it for this reason. I'd prearranged some sparkling wine for the room for a Birthday surprise but sadly this wasn't there, however we did receive some chocolates, which was nice. Overall, the room we were in really needs an overhaul - fresh carpets and furniture as it was underwhelming for the room type (junior suite) and made the room feel dirty.
The location was excellent in terms of proximity to shops/bars/restaurants. As it's a City Centre Hotel you do expect to hear Street noise and music so it was surprising that ear plugs aren't provided. The air conditioning looked like it needed a clean/servicing. It was inadequate and had I stayed more than one night I would have requested an engineer. The bed was incredibly comfortable and the linen felt clean and high quality, which is what I expect from a Harbour Hotel. The bathroom was also very clean with a really good shower. The room itself felt very dated, the furniture made it feel cramped and the layout made no sense. The sofa needed a deep clean, it had numerous dubious stains and we avoided using it for this reason. I'd prearranged some sparkling wine for the room for a Birthday surprise but sadly this wasn't there, however we did receive some chocolates, which was nice. Overall, the room we were in really needs an overhaul - fresh carpets and furniture as it was underwhelming for the room type (junior suite) and made the room feel dirty.
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Lewis
29 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel very central
Great hotel very central
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Julie
24 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Well appointed room. Friendly reception team. Very comfortable bed and bedding. Sadly I was woken by a beer barrel delivery for the pub opposite at 6am which was most unwelcome. Did not eat breakfast or dinner or visit the bar so can’t comment on those. The closest / recommended car park is a bit sorry for itself and feels a bit edgy. Also tiny spaces. Beware satnav may direct you into new bus only zones !! Hoping I don’t get a ticket for that
Well appointed room. Friendly reception team. Very comfortable bed and bedding. Sadly I was woken by a beer barrel delivery for the pub opposite at 6am which was most unwelcome. Did not eat breakfast or dinner or visit the bar so can’t comment on those. The closest / recommended car park is a bit sorry for itself and feels a bit edgy. Also tiny spaces. Beware satnav may direct you into new bus only zones !! Hoping I don’t get a ticket for that
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Andrea
30 Dec 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
If you stay at this hotel you will need to take ear plugs as you will not get any sleep, The bars and restaurants around the hotel are serviced during the night. That means that between the hours of midnight and 6am you will hear beer barrels being collected/delivered, the nerve jarring sound of of glass bottles being tipped into recyling bins, then emptied again when the council turn up to take them away, and constant refuse collections. Apparently due to limited access restrictions on Corn Street and surrounding roads, these deliveries and collections all take place during the night. It is a shame because the hotel is in a prime location for exploring Bristol and the harbour. The hotel itself is aware of the noise issues but there is nothing they can do about it, Other than install triple glazing, which is unlikely, they can only offer their apologies to guests for the noise pollution.
If you stay at this hotel you will need to take ear plugs as you will not get any sleep, The bars and restaurants around the hotel are serviced during the night. That means that between the hours of midnight and 6am you will hear beer barrels being collected/delivered, the nerve jarring sound of of glass bottles being tipped into recyling bins, then emptied again when the council turn up to take them away, and constant refuse collections. Apparently due to limited access restrictions on Corn Street and surrounding roads, these deliveries and collections all take place during the night. It is a shame because the hotel is in a prime location for exploring Bristol and the harbour. The hotel itself is aware of the noise issues but there is nothing they can do about it, Other than install triple glazing, which is unlikely, they can only offer their apologies to guests for the noise pollution.
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Michael
12 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful building, had a dinner dance in the main ballroom, Wow what a room. Only downside was no carpark but there are carparks close that you get discount in plus bus service very good.
Beautiful building, had a dinner dance in the main ballroom, Wow what a room. Only downside was no carpark but there are carparks close that you get discount in plus bus service very good.
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Dining
Dining is mixed: many enjoyed tasty breakfasts, good restaurant meals and a cozy bar, while others reported slow breakfast service, occasional missing items or quality lapses, and limited options for some diets.
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Michael
5 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A few poor elements here. Breakfast never referenced by anyone. If it isn't something the hotel do, that should be mentioned. Could not use pool on arrival - had to book in advance and pay. This wasn't the case on previous stays. Poor to not be able to have a swim. Kettle in room was bust. Beer in one of the bars was poor. Gladly replaced, but the draught was in a bad way. All that said, it was a comfortable room and the hotel is very attractive and very well situated in central Bristol
A few poor elements here. Breakfast never referenced by anyone. If it isn't something the hotel do, that should be mentioned. Could not use pool on arrival - had to book in advance and pay. This wasn't the case on previous stays. Poor to not be able to have a swim. Kettle in room was bust. Beer in one of the bars was poor. Gladly replaced, but the draught was in a bad way. All that said, it was a comfortable room and the hotel is very attractive and very well situated in central Bristol
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Victor
23 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic room, restaurant and staff. Brilliant location!
Fantastic room, restaurant and staff. Brilliant location!
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Samuel
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This was our third stay at Bristol Harbour Hotel. It’s a wonderful hotel overall but this stay was just not exceptional like the other experiences we have had there. The room was great, a deluxe room with incredible bed and great facilities. There was no view as we were on a different side of the hotel as previous but that was OK. Room service cooked breakfast was hot and brilliantly cooked but missed items such as toast that we ordered and there was no butter or jam for the croissants, condiments or Ketchup. When we arrived the state of our floor was not good enough with the days laundry strewn across the floor, including in front of the lift. As we had 4 rooms booked at huge expense with guests we invited this was a real shame as we weren’t checking in early. Overall a reasonable stay, we would come back but on this occasion it was just not as amazing as before.
This was our third stay at Bristol Harbour Hotel. It’s a wonderful hotel overall but this stay was just not exceptional like the other experiences we have had there. The room was great, a deluxe room with incredible bed and great facilities. There was no view as we were on a different side of the hotel as previous but that was OK. Room service cooked breakfast was hot and brilliantly cooked but missed items such as toast that we ordered and there was no butter or jam for the croissants, condiments or Ketchup. When we arrived the state of our floor was not good enough with the days laundry strewn across the floor, including in front of the lift. As we had 4 rooms booked at huge expense with guests we invited this was a real shame as we weren’t checking in early. Overall a reasonable stay, we would come back but on this occasion it was just not as amazing as before.
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Bryan
27 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and helpful Staff. Beautiful Hotel and Spa facilities. Restaurant food was superb too.
Very friendly and helpful Staff. Beautiful Hotel and Spa facilities. Restaurant food was superb too.
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Tiffani
16 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived and were told that breakfast was not included, even though I booked a room with breakfast. The spa which was a big sell of this property was also an additional charge. The staff was rude as we watched the person before us check in and was offered also sorts of perks… we were soaked from the rain and after the front desk helped the person she asked if she could grab her jacket as she was cold so made us wait even longer. (Mind we were dripping wet) also had I known the spa and breakfast were not included before the booking I would have stayed somewhere else. As I booked a non-refundable room I couldn’t cancel when they notified about the spa charge 24 hours before arrival.
We arrived and were told that breakfast was not included, even though I booked a room with breakfast. The spa which was a big sell of this property was also an additional charge. The staff was rude as we watched the person before us check in and was offered also sorts of perks… we were soaked from the rain and after the front desk helped the person she asked if she could grab her jacket as she was cold so made us wait even longer. (Mind we were dripping wet) also had I known the spa and breakfast were not included before the booking I would have stayed somewhere else. As I booked a non-refundable room I couldn’t cancel when they notified about the spa charge 24 hours before arrival.
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Fiona
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. Reception very understanding when we didn’t like our room. (It was quirky in that the bathroom was up a flight of stairs in the room). Moved us with no problem at all to a lovely room. Bed super comfortable. Good amenities and spacious bathroom. Breakfast was ok, had better. Gold bar was cosy and welcoming.
Great location. Reception very understanding when we didn’t like our room. (It was quirky in that the bathroom was up a flight of stairs in the room). Moved us with no problem at all to a lovely room. Bed super comfortable. Good amenities and spacious bathroom. Breakfast was ok, had better. Gold bar was cosy and welcoming.
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Alison
26 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Had a great night at the hotel. Room was upgraded and very spacious, spotless and comfortable bed. Breakfast staff very attentive and pleasant. Great full English breakfast
Had a great night at the hotel. Room was upgraded and very spacious, spotless and comfortable bed. Breakfast staff very attentive and pleasant. Great full English breakfast
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Lyn
7 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved this historic building, tastefully decorated in a quirky modern style. Our room in the side wing was very nice, but not good for accessing the spa as the only way is through the restaurant. The pool area of the spa was disappointing - very cramped and rather full when we used it. The restaurant was lovely to sit in but lacked the ingredients for a negroni and the food was not great - overcooked burger and inedible greens. Our room was on the top floor and like others we were woken early by street cleaning and bottle collecting from 6am onwards. Better glazing is needed to help with this. But the setting is great and the staff were all lovely so would return if in Bristol again.
We loved this historic building, tastefully decorated in a quirky modern style. Our room in the side wing was very nice, but not good for accessing the spa as the only way is through the restaurant. The pool area of the spa was disappointing - very cramped and rather full when we used it. The restaurant was lovely to sit in but lacked the ingredients for a negroni and the food was not great - overcooked burger and inedible greens. Our room was on the top floor and like others we were woken early by street cleaning and bottle collecting from 6am onwards. Better glazing is needed to help with this. But the setting is great and the staff were all lovely so would return if in Bristol again.
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Simon
6 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect location for Bristol nightlife. We had a great evening meal and breakfast in the restaurant, good food with attentive service.
Perfect location for Bristol nightlife. We had a great evening meal and breakfast in the restaurant, good food with attentive service.
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Martin
15 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
An amazing room with free standing bath and excellent matress; very comfortably. The only thing that let the bed down was the poor quality pillows. Good size room though with fantastic bathroom and double sink. Breakfast superb; best eggs royal I've had.
An amazing room with free standing bath and excellent matress; very comfortably. The only thing that let the bed down was the poor quality pillows. Good size room though with fantastic bathroom and double sink. Breakfast superb; best eggs royal I've had.
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Ian
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Highly un-recommended!! So many things to choose from that made this one of the worst hotel stays I’ve had: 1. The pool and spa were unavailable all weekend, 2. Weddings / parties on both nights of our stay which we could hear in our room - and our requests for a reduction in the volume were rudely dismissed by the reception staff. I also asked on the second morning if there was a wedding that night and I was told no - which was obviously a lie 3. We had to access our room via the restaurant and the service corridor - and had to dodge past the wedding caterers removing their waste one afternoon. 4. The decor in the room has seen better days (including chipped paint on the window sill) and the blind in the bathroom had mould on it. 5. The windows didn’t keep out the noise of the Wetherspoons clearing their glass out at 7am 6. And to top it all off (and whilst this isn’t the hotel’s fault but it just added to the horrific experience) some local youths decided to throw a firecracker that landed 2m away from my wife. Safe to say we will never be returning to this hotel.
Highly un-recommended!! So many things to choose from that made this one of the worst hotel stays I’ve had: 1. The pool and spa were unavailable all weekend, 2. Weddings / parties on both nights of our stay which we could hear in our room - and our requests for a reduction in the volume were rudely dismissed by the reception staff. I also asked on the second morning if there was a wedding that night and I was told no - which was obviously a lie 3. We had to access our room via the restaurant and the service corridor - and had to dodge past the wedding caterers removing their waste one afternoon. 4. The decor in the room has seen better days (including chipped paint on the window sill) and the blind in the bathroom had mould on it. 5. The windows didn’t keep out the noise of the Wetherspoons clearing their glass out at 7am 6. And to top it all off (and whilst this isn’t the hotel’s fault but it just added to the horrific experience) some local youths decided to throw a firecracker that landed 2m away from my wife. Safe to say we will never be returning to this hotel.
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Rosemary
27 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room, it’s a shame that the bar closes at 9pm. Staff are friendly, but when we went back late at night it wasn’t the most pleasant area. It was nothing to worry about if you’re used to inner city life, but something to consider if you’re not.
Lovely room, it’s a shame that the bar closes at 9pm. Staff are friendly, but when we went back late at night it wasn’t the most pleasant area. It was nothing to worry about if you’re used to inner city life, but something to consider if you’re not.
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Jennifer
24 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Good location, quirky property. Liked the complimentary gin, tea and coffee and enjoyed the upgrade also. Room was lovely and spacious and clean. Slept really well. Would stay again.
Good location, quirky property. Liked the complimentary gin, tea and coffee and enjoyed the upgrade also. Room was lovely and spacious and clean. Slept really well. Would stay again.
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Samantha
19 Sept 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Location not near water which is deceiving and I got the g hotel as it had a pool - but my 15 year old could not use it - and you had to book times to use it and the facilities - very inconvenient
Location not near water which is deceiving and I got the g hotel as it had a pool - but my 15 year old could not use it - and you had to book times to use it and the facilities - very inconvenient
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Catriona
7 Sept 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The location was fantastic, ideal to explore the city centre and the harbour side. The room was a little tired, for example carpet stain and curtain stain. Our only real disappointment was that our 16 year old was not allowed to use the pool as the policy is over 18s. I acknowledge we missed this in the small print but disappointed as it was an intended birthday treat. Overall we had a good stay and would recommend.
The location was fantastic, ideal to explore the city centre and the harbour side. The room was a little tired, for example carpet stain and curtain stain. Our only real disappointment was that our 16 year old was not allowed to use the pool as the policy is over 18s. I acknowledge we missed this in the small print but disappointed as it was an intended birthday treat. Overall we had a good stay and would recommend.
Property policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 15:00 to 00:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about Harbour Hotel & Spa Bristol
Is parking available at the hotel?
Nearby parking is available for a fee of GBP 20 per day. Parking height restrictions apply.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms. Additional accessibility features may include elevators and accessible bathrooms.
How is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is situated in the heart of Bristol, within a 10-minute walk of St Nicholas Market and the University of Bristol. It is approximately 0.3 miles from Baldwin Street and 13 miles from Thermae Bath Spa. Public transport options are available nearby.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features an indoor pool. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the indoor pool. The pool's operational hours may vary.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although specific age limits are not provided.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The hotel offers rollaway beds for a fee of GBP 25 per night. Reservations for rollaway beds are required in advance. Cribs are not mentioned in the provided information.
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- 2026-12-15: 164.14336339892577USD
- 2026-12-16: 197.163072746582USD
- 2026-12-17: 178.10936582073973USD
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- 2026-12-19: 253.70078877096554USD
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- 2026-12-21: 133.82837227244568USD
- 2026-12-22: 151.3537585175018USD
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- 2026-12-24: 141.20029665096283USD
- 2026-12-25: 134.5724222309265USD
- 2026-12-26: 174.097541119812USD
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- 2026-12-28: 131.31032008558654USD
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: GBP 50 per accommodation, per day
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a debit card 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
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- The listed spa fee £10.00 is charged per person, per hour to access the spa area.
- Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the indoor pool.
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 18.00 for adults and GBP 18.00 for children
- Nearby parking fee: GBP 20 per day
- Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25 per night
- Pool fee: GBP 10 per person
- Spa fee: GBP 10 per person
- Hot tub fee: GBP 10 per person
- Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
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Services
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Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Safe-deposit box
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Express check-in/check-out
24-Hour Front Desk
Concierge Services
Lockers Available
Activities
Swimming pool
Cycling
Pool indoor
Bicycle Tour Information
Pool (Indoor)
Outdoor Furniture
Fitness Center (nearby)
General
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Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Sauna
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Steam room
Massage
Spa & wellness centre
Breakfast in the room
Snack Bar/Deli
Internet
Free wi-fi