Across Bristol, Bath and beyond there are a wide range of accommodation types, styles and categories for groups and FIT clients.
Bath offers accommodation from charming traditional Bed and Breakfasts and elegant guesthouses to luxurious five-star hotels. In and around the city centre, visitors can choose from stylish boutique hotels, affordable luxury stays, and high-end spa hotels which are perfect for unwinding after a day of sightseeing or shopping.
Bristol offers large hotels, apartments, and guest houses to suit a variety of budgets and tastes. Groups are well catered for with many recognised brands available in the city. Further developments over the next few years welcome many more hotels, including the city’s first five-star property, Hotel Gotham, opening autumn 2026.
Most of the major brands are located either within the central area or on the outskirts with easy access into the city or for onward connections and itineraries exploring the region. Many offer their own coach parking facilities onsite or drop-off points that are safe for passengers.
Luxury stays
There are a range of luxury options in Bristol, Bath and beyond for small groups and FIT clients wishing to make their trip even more memorable. Where else can you stay in a hotel with direct access to thermal spa waters at The Gainsborough Bath Spa, or wake up to a view over the Clifton Suspension Bridge from your own private balcony?
Stay in one of the most exclusive addresses in the country at The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa, combine your stay with Michelin-starred dining at The Queensberry Hotel, or enjoy on-site spas at Bristol Harbour Hotel and The Francis Hotel in Bath.
City centre locations
Both Bristol and Bath boast a variety of city centre hotels ranging from large major brands to independent boutique hotels available for exclusive hire.
Stay in the heart of Bath in the group-friendly hotels of Apex City of Bath, Hampton by Hilton Bath City, Hotel Indigo Bath or DoubleTree Bath, or book in for a boutique stay in one of the individually styled rooms at Dukes or The Bird Bath.
Bristol has a range of larger properties in the city centre, including Delta Bristol, Bristol Grand Hotel by Sunday, and The Clayton. If you want to stay close to the transport links at Temple Meads Station, Leonardo Bristol or Novotel Bristol are great options, while Holiday Inn Bristol City and Moxy Bristol are all within easy reach of the M32 Motorway.
If you want to be closer to the action of Bristol’s Harbourside area, book a stay at The Bristol Hotel, Ibis Bristol City or Bristol Marriot Royal.
Rural location
The West of England region surrounding Bristol and Bath boasts extensive countryside, including the Cotswolds and Mendip hills, which are home to many breath-taking country house hotels and rural stays.
Stay in a grand country house with on-site restaurants, extensive grounds and a range of activities to keep you busy at Lucknam Park or Tortworth Court, or follow in the footsteps of kings and queens at Thornbury Castle. Mad Swans offers a quirky twist on a classic rural getaway, with colourful restaurants, eco pods to stay in, mini golf, pickleball and more.
Combine a countryside retreat with a relaxing spa day at Homewood, The PIG near Bath, Bowood Hotel or Doubletree by Hilton Cadbury House.
Accommodation for Educational groups
Educational groups can be accommodated in one of the many hostels, budget hotels and university halls without compromising on location, as several are located right in the city centre areas, close to attractions and entertainment, such as The Bristol Wing and YHA Bath.
Exclusive Use
When it comes to accommodation, if you really want to push the boat out, why not hire an entire property for the group that really wants it all? Bath and Bristol’s plush, exclusive use properties, such as De Vere Tortworth Court and Lucknam Park, offer a palatial backdrop to any luxury stay in the region.
Contact Visit West Travel Trade
The Travel Trade team at Visit West are happy to offer advice and can refer your enquiry across a range of establishments within the region. Please contact us via traveltrade@visitwest.co.uk with your dates, expected group number and what sort of accommodation you are looking for. As we know all the hotels individually, we can introduce you directly or gather quotes on your behalf and ensure that any special requirements are taken into consideration.
