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Number Thirty Eight

38 Upper Belgrave Road | Clifton, Bristol BS8 2XN , England (Formerly Downs View Guest House)
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Number Thirty Eight
Ranked #7 of 88 Bristol B&B and Inns
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Truro, United Kingdom
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27 reviews 27 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Stayed recently one night. A well presented building, spotless and very comfortable, and so it should be because it is part of the Dorrien Smith family enterprises, and as they are the people behind Tresco Estate then you are not going to be disappointed. Breakfast was beautifully cooked and its nice to get a decent sized serving of local produce,... More

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Cornwall
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24 hotel reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
70 helpful votes 70 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

We stayed for just one night. The room - a superior house room - was at the front overlooking the downs, we arrived late in the afternoon and the room was flooded with sunlight. There was a well stocked mini bar with all the usual luxuries including fresh milk and it was sensibly priced too. The room was large and... More

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Swansea, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

My partner & I stayed here for one night over the May bank holiday & absolutely loved it. We booked the West Loft suite and could not have asked for more. The Jazz music that filled the room was the perfect touch. Very helpful staff, couldnt do enough. Breakfast was everything we needed and more. Highly recommended

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Nottingham, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We searched online endlessly to find a chic boutique hotel in Clifton... we think this is probably the only one! We booked the East Loft Suite (we wanted the West Loft Suite, but it was unavailable for the night we wanted to book). Don't be fooled by the photos online - the East Loft Suite is gorgeous and just as... More

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gloucestershire
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

Just returned from an overnight stay in room 1; it is stunning, quiet, and simply fabulous. Shonna welcomed us with warmth and humour, and we were offered breakfast in our room. Would book again when a treat is in order.

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Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013 via mobile

Beautiful beds, great linen, friendly service, brilliant breakfast. No.38 is a townhouse at the 'top' of Bristol. It's an easy stroll to Clifton shops and the suspension bridge. It looks across the downs from the front and has a gorgeous rooftop view over Bristol from the rear. Rooms are very stylish, with a warm ambience and contemporary look. I especially... More

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Bridgend, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

Visited in April 2013. Went all out and booked room 2 (the dark blue room) and I must say what a room! Amazing views over Clifton Downs from the front and stunning views over the city from the back. Every little detail was perfect, from the vast copper bath to the leather chest bedside cabinets. Staff were brilliant, my partner... More

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Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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25 hotel reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

Visited in Feb 2013, Good size room with large bathroom , nice shower and bath large enough for 2. (Bath best taken with champagne and strawberries), 2nd floor with view over town from bathroom and Park from Bedroom. Clean , tidy with friendly staff. Good quality breakfast. Near to a selection of restuarants/ eating places. Bristol well worth a vist... More

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Hereford, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

We stayed here on the strength of the very positive reviews. It's a lovely place, beautifully presented and we'd have liked one of the upper rooms but good that it's always fully booked. Professional and friendly reception; Room 7 a bit noisy from above; also road noise from early to late. Heating a bit erratic/hard to control. Lovely to have... More

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London
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50 reviews 50 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
81 helpful votes 81 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

I stayed at Number Thirty Eight as I was visiting friends in Clifton for the weekend and I found all the positive trip advisor reviews I have read are accurate. When I arrived the service was friendly and exceptionally professional. The room I stayed in (number 7) did not have views to the front of the building, but had great... More

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Also Known As:
Number 38
Number Thirty Eight Hotel Bristol
Number Thirty Eight Hotel
Address: 38 Upper Belgrave Road | Clifton, Bristol BS8 2XN , England (Formerly Downs View Guest House)
Region: United Kingdom > England > Bristol
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Room Service
Hotel Style:
Ranked #7 of 88 B&Bs / Inns in Bristol
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
We offer ten stylish bedrooms in a recently refurbished Georgian merchant’s house at the top of the city. We offer an alternative to the corporate environment of city hotels, providing a contemporary 'home away from home' feel — focusing on the highest level of comfort and care. With panoramic city views from the rear of the building and the vast expanse of Clifton Downs to the front we are ideally placed for a short stop-over or weekend city break. ... more   less 

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