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Leonardo Royal Hotel Bristol - Formerly The Bristol Hotel

Also known as Jurys Bristol

Bristol, United Kingdom

8.5Great5021 Guest reviews

Overview

4-star waterfront hotel on Bristol's Floating Harbour

Dining

The award-winning River Grille serves modern English cuisine with locally sourced menu options including Somerset beef and West Country cheeses. The restaurant's floor-to-ceiling windows offer views across the Floating Harbour. Rick's, a glamorous cocktail bar, provides an exotic setting for evening drinks.

Rooms & Suites

Luxurious suites include Nespresso machines and spacious seating areas overlooking the harbour. Many rooms feature views of the Bristol Cathedral or the waterfront. The hotel offers rooms with accessibility features to accommodate guests with disabilities.

Events & Business

The fully equipped Meetings & Events Centre contains nine rooms for business conferences and private celebrations. Exclusive wedding and event services are tailored for personalized celebrations. The dedicated concierge provides tailored guest experiences for event planning.

Sustainability & Accessibility

Innovative sustainability practices are integrated into hotel operations to reduce environmental impact. The hotel provides accessible parking and features such as key card access and CCTV for security. Pets are allowed during stays, with small pets accommodated.

Location

Located on the quayside of the Floating Harbour, the hotel is a 10-minute walk from Brunel's SS Great Britain. Queens Square and the Arnolfini Gallery are both 200 metres away. Cabot Circus Shopping Centre and Bristol Museum and Art Gallery are within walking distance.

Highlights

  • Location: On Bristol's Floating Harbour, 10 min from SS Great Britain
  • Dining: Award-winning River Grille with harbour views
  • Rooms: Luxury suites with Nespresso and harbour views
  • Business: 9 meeting rooms and wedding services
  • Sustainability: Eco-friendly operations integrated into hotel

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll around the harborside to see the vibrant street art scene.
  • Savor a traditional cream tea at the historic Bristol Hotel tearoom.
  • Explore the M Shed for stories of Bristol's rich maritime history.
  • Visit the Clifton Suspension Bridge for stunning views and photos.
  • Check out St. Nicholas Market for local crafts and delicious food.
"Facing the harbour and seeing the lights of the big wheel together with the lights from the restaurants and bars was breath taking."
GBcindychin2026 from United Kingdomread full review
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Rooms

Classic Double Room8 photos

Classic Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • 20 m²
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With duck down duvets, a large working desk area and a power shower.

Deluxe Double Room3 photos

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • 23 m²
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Media hub, Nespresso coffee machine, towelling robe, laptop safe, free mineral water and morning newspaper.

Standard Double Room6 photos

Standard Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • 14 m²
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These smaller rooms have duck-down duvets, a working desk. flat-screen TV, iron and ironing board, safe and tea/coffee making facilities. The bathroom has a power shower.

Cosy Double Room

Cosy Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • 11 m²
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Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

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Suite

  • 1 King-size bed
  • 30 m²
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This suite features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. This suite is air-conditioned and has a flat-screen TV, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit has 1 bed.

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Facilities

General14
No smoking on siteWi-FiParkingSafe deposit box24-hour receptionExpress check-in/ -outNo pets allowedSecurityLuggage storageLiftCurrency exchangeSmoke detectorsFire extinguishersKey card access
Sports & Fitness4
Fitness centreCanoeingCyclingGolf course
Guest Parking1
Electric kettle
Services6
Room serviceHousekeepingLaundryDry cleaningTours/Ticket assistanceWelcome drink
Dining4
In-room breakfastRestaurantBar/ Lounge areaSpecial diet menus
Business3
Business centreMeeting/ Banquet facilitiesFax/Photocopying
Children1
Children's menu
Spa & Leisure1
Live entertainment
Room features5
HeatingMini-barGarden furnitureTea and coffee facilitiesIroning facilities
Bathroom1
Free toiletries
Media1
Flat-screen TV
Room decor1
Carpeted floor

Dining Onsite

Experience the flavors of Bristol at The River Grille, an elegant steakhouse that boasts a stunning waterside view. Delight in tender cuts of meat and fresh seafood sourced from the nearby Brixham port, all within a vibrant atmosphere that reflects the charm of the city.

The River Grille

Steakhouse
Ambiance
An elegant venue overlooking the cobbled waterside, perfect for dinner while watching passersby.
Key Offerings
Signature dishes include tender steaks and the catch of the day from Brixham, alongside access to a communal lounge with a private bar.
Reservation
Recommended.
Dinner only; hours vary.

Where to Find Leonardo Royal Hotel Bristol - Formerly The Bristol Hotel

Prince Street, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS1 4QF
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Getting around Bristol

City Centre
City Centre 9 min700 m
Airports
Bristol (BRS) 21 min13.7 km
Gloucestershire (GLO) 99 min65.8 km
Train
Bedminster Train Station 14 min1.1 km
Bristol Temple Meads Station 14 min1.1 km
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Property information and rules

Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Parking
Parking
Internet
Wi-Fi
Breakfast
Breakfast
Pets
No pets allowed
Languages spoken
English, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, Polish, Latvian
Number of floors
6
Number of rooms
187
Formerly known as
Jurys Bristol
Year renovated
2012

Guest Reviews & Ratings

Read what past guests have said about staying at Leonardo Royal Hotel Bristol - Formerly The Bristol Hotel

Review score
Based on 3694 verified reviews
8.6/10Great
88%Recommend
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Comfort
9.1/10
Facilities
8.6/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.6/10
Location
9.5/10
Staff
9.3/10
Value for money
8.2/10

Praised by Leonardo Royal Hotel Bristol - Formerly The Bristol Hotel guests

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