Thistle Bristol, Bristol

Hotel Description

The Thistle Grand Hotel is is not only Bristol’s oldest hotel, but is also one of the city’s finest 4-star hotels.

The Grand, as it was once known (and will soon be again), was opened as a purpose-built hotel in 1869, catering for all ladies, gentleman and royalty alike. A tradition that the hotel still continues to maintain today.

The hotel is situated in the heart of the city centre, with easy access to all of the finest local tourist attractions. The hotel offers the 2 AA Rosette-winning Tyrells restaurant, as well as its very own underground cellar bar, Marlows, which is a great place to enjoy a drink with friends and colleagues. The hotel’s leisure complex facilities include a pool, beauty treatment rooms, a sauna, a steam room, a jacuzzi and a state-of-the-art gymnasium.

From 1 May 2008, all rooms will be non-smoking.

In the heart of Bristol city centre, the hotel offers easy access to all of Bristol’s best tourist attractions, including Isambard Kingdom Brunel's SS Great Britain.

7/10 Overall rating

Guest Services

• General: Luggage Storage, Restaurant, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Heating, Non-Smoking Rooms, Allergy-Free Room Available, Bar, Parking , Airconditioning, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Elevator, Newspapers, 24-Hour Front Desk, Safety Deposit Box, Gay Friendly.
• Activities: Jacuzzi, Hiking, Indoor Swimming Pool, Solarium, Massage, Fitness Centre, Spa & Wellness Centre, Sauna.
• Services: VIP Room Facilities, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Room Service, Dry Cleaning, Fax/Photocopying, Business Centre, Currency Exchange, ATM/Cash Machine on site, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Internet Services, Breakfast in the Room, Laundry, Packed Lunches.

Restaurants and Bars

The Tyrells restaurant has been recently refurbished and offers a wide range of cuisine in a refreshingly modern atmosphere. It represents excellent value for money and a dining option that many local non- residents regularly enjoy.

Hotel Policies

Important! Policies may vary from these depending on your room, date & rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

Cards accepted at the hotel:
• Visa,  Maestro,  American Express,  MasterCard,  Diner's Club
• Deposit: No deposit will be charged.
• Internet: Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and costs GBP 6.00 per hour.
• Pets: Pets are not allowed.
• Parking: Private parking is possible on site and costs GBP 8.00 per day.
• Extra Charges: VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is included.
• Children and extra beds: All children are welcome. All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults stay free of charge for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 2.
• Cancellations: If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Important Information

Any bookings of 10 rooms or more will be subject to client receiving a group contract directly from the hotel

Directions

By road: from m4, junction19, take the m32 to city centre. Follow the dual carriageway in the left-hand lane (following signs for Broadmead). Keep left and proceed up to the roundabout. Take the third exit and immediately bear right. Proceed past the Galleries ncp car park (on your right). Take the third right into Broad Street (after Tesco). The hotel is on the right-hand side and the car park is the next lane right. Car parking is chargeable.

*Directions included in email booking confirmation