Where to stay in Bristol Like a Local

Find yourself in the heart of the Old City when staying at the Bristol Harbour Hotel, just a stone’s throw from Bristol’s oldest market and the Old Vic theatre. The Grade II listed building is home to 42 stylish guest rooms, a spa and gym, as well as The Jetty Restaurant, specialising in local produce and the speakeasy-inspired Gold Bar for pre-theatre cocktails. The Bristol Harbour Hotel lets you go one step further in your Bristolian deep-dive, offering their own walking and cycling tours and Culture Trip’s personal favourite, Bristol distilled gin tastings.

Live like a local, but not just any old local, in the chic rooms of Number 38 Clifton. This Georgian merchant’s house has been transformed into a boutique home from home for the discerning traveller. Linger in the library, take a break on the terrace, lie back in the lounge and sip from wines selected by Averys of Bristol, a city stalwart since 1793. Number 38 is your very own slice of Bristol history.

If your goal is full immersion in Bristol society, then look no further than the Berkeley Square Hotel. Besides its setting on the famous Park Street, the real draw is that each guest automatically becomes a member of Square Private Members Club for the length of their stay. Get to know the locals through their extensive events calendar, filled with talks by prominent guest speakers and exclusive soirées. If you need to do some work while in town, you’ll also have use of the Square Works co-working space, where you can get the lowdown on the latest trends in Bristol.