In the heart of Clifton, The Washington offers a warm welcome with cooked-to-order breakfast and dry cleaning/laundry services. Connect to in-room WiFi, grab a snack from the deli or unwind with luggage storage. Previous guests have raved about the helpful staff and prime location.
St Pauls Road, Clifton, Bristol, England, BS8 1 LX
What's nearby
University of Bristol - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Bristol Hippodrome Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
SS Great Britain - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
Clifton Suspension Bridge - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Cabot Circus Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 23 min drive
Clifton Down Station - 10 min walk
Redland Station - 18 min walk
Montpelier Station - 27 min walk
Restaurants
Bar Pam Pam - 4 min walk
M&M Kebabs - 5 min walk
Cosmo - 5 min walk
Channings Hotel - 5 min walk
Beacon House, Bristol - 4 min walk
About this property
The Washington
The Washington puts you just a 5-minute drive from University of Bristol and Bristol Hippodrome Theatre. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and mountain biking, and free perks include WiFi and cooked-to-order breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Cabot Circus Shopping Centre and The Mall at Cribbs Causeway are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
46 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Secured onsite self parking (GBP 12 per night)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Discount at nearby fitness center
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Partially open bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 15 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 15 (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Parking
Secured self parking costs GBP 12 per night
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
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 major credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Does The Washington offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Washington does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Washington?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Washington?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 12 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Washington?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge of GBP 15 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 15 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Washington and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and mountain biking, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course.
What's the area around The Washington like?
The Washington is in Clifton, a short 10-minute walk from Clifton Down Station and 7 minutes' walk from University of Bristol. Travelers give top marks for the guesthouse's prime location.
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The Washington Reviews
Reviews
7.4
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2025
Good price, comfortable room.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
nice to stay
All good ,lovely staff and ideal location
allan
allan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 20, 2025
Clifton
Great location, speedy check-in & great parking
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Amazing hotel
Kieron
Kieron, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Amazing stay as always
Darren
Darren, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2025
a pleasant stay in Bristol
nice, friendly welcome from the woman on reception. I had my single room upgraded to a larger room too which was nice. plenty of tea and coffee in the room along with some biscuits and some fresh fruit. didn’t have time for the cooked breakfast in the morning as i had a train to catch but they arranged for me to have a bacon and egg sandwich to take away with me which was tasty. would definitely stay here again when i next come to Bristol
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2025
Room was lovely. Tea, coffee etc very good. Linens and towels pristine. Bed was exceptionally comfortable. Bathroom was adequate, clean but shabby. The day I was there the chef was off sick, so no hot food.
Overall very good.
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 14, 2025
Always a good stay here
Joan
Joan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2025
May 25
Great location, excellent breakfast
Fraser
Fraser, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
A great stay as always
Joan
Joan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2025
I do enjoy staying here, always good experience
Joan
Joan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
As in the past a great place to stay
Joan
Joan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2025
A great stay as always
Joan
Joan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Great stay as always
Joan
4/10 Fair
Sep 7, 2025
Wonderful staff, rooms in poor condition.
Staff were very welcoming and professional. The building is old and that is reflected in it's condition. The window in our room rattled which added to our poor night's sleep. We could hear everything going on in the reception area. The bathroom was a joke. Knees nearly touched the wall when seated on the toilet and when flushing the toilet a pump could be heard for an extended period of time. Not a great experience especially for the price.
Roland
Roland, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2025
Good stay
Quick check in polite staff thought £12 per night parking was a little steep but was worth paying for private parking in a city room clean tidy good choice of beverages and fruit hot chocolate and coffee including a ground and cafetière bed comfy and clean there was a good hearty full English breakfast included with also continental meats and cheeses and fruit overall an excellent experience thank you
Stewart
Stewart, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 13, 2025
Good location but expensive for a three star hotel
Breakfast was average with some items missing from the English breakfast - on both days we were there. The toast making facilities were very bad.
The room was average with one of the beds nearly blocking the bathroom door.
There was no extractor fan in the bathroom.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2025
5 star
Great value, fantastic breakfast , and Racks bar up the road - winner
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2025
Lovely little bargain spot, in such a great location too. Stayed for a week and the reception staff were always friendly and helpful. Thank you!
Katie
Katie, 5-night trip
6/10 Good
May 26, 2025
A basic guest house, nice enough staff but some attention to decor needed.
Benjamin
Benjamin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Well situated close to colleges and pub's
Steven
Steven, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Excellent as always
Joan
Joan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Booked for my son, he says it’s great & enjoys staying there
Joan
8/10 Very good
Aug 10, 2025
I guess the room is not a soundproof, I hear my nextdoor coughing.
Robin
Robin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 11, 2025
Great value
Really good value for money, great staff and good cleanliness standards. Breakfast is included in the price but the compromise is that the sausage and bacon is poor quality. Please replace the toasting machine! I will come back though x