Clifton Bristol, United Kingdom
Renovated
2018
Price
$$
Rated for
Heritage Social LocalOutside the door
The house
Hotel du VinCliffside Victorian roost
Perched high on the cliff edge, velvet lounge seating and crystal chandeliers frame sweeping views of the Clifton Suspension Bridge.
What it’s good at
Notable
Dating to 1898, the former Grand Clifton Spa retains vaulted brickwork and stained glass in Aquam Bibe.
Notable
The White Lion terrace packs in casual crowds for pints overlooking the Clifton Suspension Bridge.
Notable
Perched over the Avon Gorge, dining at Goram & Vincent frames Brunel's suspension bridge directly.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Clifton Village spreads out from the doorstep, packed with Georgian crescents, leafy avenues, and walking trails skirting the rocky precipice.
The rooms
Rooms feature deep teal palettes and drench showers, while select premium suites add freestanding roll-top baths looking toward the gorge.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
Goram & Vincent
Floor-to-ceiling windows look straight out at the suspension bridge, with open kitchens turning out coal-fired grills.
At the table
The bar pours pints across a brass counter, and arched brick vaults lead into an extensive wine cellar.
How it began
Dating to 1898 as the Grand Clifton Spa, the Victorian structure preserves its vaulted brick pump rooms beneath the hotel.
Good to know
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.