Guests start their day with a freshly cooked breakfast before exploring Bristol's vibrant theatre scene, with attentive staff always ready to enhance their stay
Located in Clifton's heart, The Washington offers cooked-to-order breakfasts, dry cleaning, in-room WiFi, an on-site deli, and luggage storage. Guests praise the helpful staff and prime location.
Located in Clifton, a neighbourhood in Bristol, The Washington is near the airport and near a train station. Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery and O2 Academy are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Thermae Bath Spa and Knowle Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ashton Gate Stadium or Memorial Stadium. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Bristol travel guide
St Pauls Road, Clifton, Bristol, England, BS8 1 LX
What's nearby
University of Bristol
5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery
5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Cabot Tower
8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
14 min walk - 0.8 miles
O2 Academy
11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Getting around
Clifton Down Station
10 min walk
Bristol International Airport (BRS)
23 min drive
Restaurants
M&M Kebabs
5 min walk
Channings Hotel
5 min walk
Odd Shop
5 min walk
Black Sheep Coffee
5 min walk
Caffè Nero
4 min walk
About this property
The Washington
Guest house near University of Bristol
The Washington provides amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
English breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and luggage storage
Smoke-free property and a vending machine
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
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
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Vending machine
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Accessibility
No lift
More
4 floors
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Partially-open bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
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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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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 are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 9 for adults and from 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)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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
Is The Washington pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at The Washington?
As of 10 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Washington on 5 Apr 2026 start from £49, including 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.
How much is parking at The Washington?
Self-parking is available for GBP 12 per night.
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 is available for a fee of GBP 15 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at The Washington?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 15 (subject to availability).
Where is The Washington located?
Located in Clifton, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery and University of Bristol. Cabot Tower and Clifton Down are also within 15 minutes. Clifton Down Station is 10 minutes by foot and Redland Station is 18 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
The Washington Reviews
7.6
Good
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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.
Very convenient and good value for location. I only needed a small room for myself for one night so happy to be able to book a single for less money than having to book a double.
Mr Antonio
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
6/10 Okay
Greg
22 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A generally good stay. Rooms are a bit dated but clean and tidy
Greg
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert
18 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Exceptional price/ value, very friendly and engaging host at reception arrival, functional room with period features e.g. large sash window and architraves. Bathroom finishes could be improved. Full English breakfast was fairly fresh and tasty. Would happily recommend and stay again.
Conveniently located near the city centre. Very helpful staff.
Building in need of renovation, but was very clean.
Marian
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Emma
18 Oct 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Comfortable bed and very helpful staff. Easy check-in and check-out. Bathroom (Room 2) in need of some TLC as black mould on sealant a bath/shower area. Perfectly functional place to stay but I was glad to have had a 20% discount as at full price I’d have been unhappy!
The hotel is distinctive with it’s red entrance, lots of information on Bristol
It’s got a-lot of character, wonderful staff. The softest cosiest bed I’ve slept in
being an Georgian building with such it can do with some maintenance.
Breakfast is complimentary with a good selection.
Lovely staff conveniently located to where we need to be, nice breakfast
Angelina
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Klaudia
24 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel is run down but staff are very nice and it’s very clean. Would I stay there again- no I wouldn’t. The things to improve is the windows - my room had old rotten single glazed sash and the wind was rattling the whole window. These windows need changing into double glazing because also noise from nearby pubs was bad but the noise stopped at 9.30pm. Breakfast was good and freshly cooked when order was taken, hence a bit slow when loads of people chose the same time slot. Otherwise beds were comfortable, water in the shower hot, everything clean. Also big thank you to the lady in reception who helped me when I was waiting in the lobby and the scammer called me and she helped me. She said ‘your mobile provider wouldn’t ask you those question. It’s a scam. Just hang up’ she was right. So big than you to her today.
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.
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