The Old Star

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Scored 8.8
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.6

About this property

Historic Setting: The Old Star in Bristol offers a 4-star bed and breakfast experience within a historic building. Guests enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping service, and an electric vehicle charging station. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, hairdryers, work desks, showers, and TVs. Free on-site parking is available for all guests. Breakfast and Amenities: A continental breakfast is served each morning, highly praised by guests. Additional amenities include a work desk, TV, and free on-site parking. Local Attractions: Winterbourne Medieval Barn is 1.9 km away, Bristol Parkway Station 4.7 km, Cabot Circus 9 km, and West Country Water Park 5 km. Bristol Airport is 22 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Breakfast info

Continental

  • Free parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Tim
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely place to stay ideal location just a short drive from where I needed to be, plenty of local amenities very clean rooms and good choice for continental breakfast, fuss free and have it when you want.”
Lesley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Perfect location for our the purpose of our stay Very clean facilities and friendly owner”
Sara
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A lovely welcome and a very comfortable bed. Good to be able to help myself to a continental breakfast.”
Margaret
New Zealand New Zealand
“Hosts were amazing, went above what was expected during my stay. Can't say enough thank you's. Exceptional breakfast choice, comfortable room and bed, and it just felt like home. 😍 Definitely recommend”
Ron
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast was good and being able to get breakfast early in the morning was a bonus. On Saturday morning there was only one tea bag left. Andy was very helpful and friendly on booking in.”
Davedennyc
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly and helpful host. The buffet continental style breakfast was good. Good location without being in the city centre. Nearby pubs were great for evening meals. Being dog friendly with a big field behind the property was excellent for us.”
Douglas
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast was a continental style one where you could help yourself and there was certainly lots of choices available. Location wise it was about 5 minutes in the car to the motorway and had a bus stop outside if you needed public transport”
Ben
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“As you can see from my last few reviews, I’ve been staying at the Old Star every week for several months now. I keep coming back and would happily recommend it for several reasons: - A lovely owner who really looks after you and makes an...”
Petra
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean and tidy bedroom and eating area for breakfast. Large range of continental breakfast items. Quiet and easy to find. Host was very friendly and helpful.”
Lynne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Booked on the day to be close to my granddaughters birthday party. Would definitely recommend it. Karen was really helpful with the booking.”

Host Information

9.6
Host review score
CALL & BOOK DIRECT FOR BEST PRICES. For Longer staying guests discount can be awarded when booking direct. Bristol's The Old Star Bed & Breakfast, ‘New comfort-Old style' Set in quietly picturesque Hambrook, near Winterbourne and Frenchay, a beautiful setting just a few miles from Bristol city centre. FREE off-road car parking & secure bike storage. Competitive prices, with transport links for business & leisure. The Old Star could not be better located - Just minutes from M32/ M4/ M5. 1.5 miles from Bristol Parkway mainline station and a few miles from Bristol Temple Meads. We are delighted to introduce our new-look en-suite bedrooms, refurbished and renovated for 2017 - Free Wi-Fi connection, Freeview flat- screen TV. - In-room refreshments. - Communal kitchenette with fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, crockery, dishwasher and sink- offering guests experience choice. With plenty of indoor & outdoor space. Continental Breakfast is available in the dining room from 07.000-10.00 The Guest House boasts restful & understated neutral decor, attractive to those wanting something different. Ideal business location for: • Southmead Hospital • Blackberry Hill & Fromeside Hospital • Glenside Campus UWE • University of West of England • AXA, Friends of Life, Vantage Business Park, Aztec West • MOD, Rolls Royce, GKN Aerospace, Bristol Airbus • Rudgeway business park • Emerson Green Science Park • Bristol Motorcycle Training Centre • Bristol Airport MINUTES FROM WEDDING VENUES: • Aztec Hotel • Mercure Bristol The Grange • Doubletree by Hilton
Business location for: • Southmead Hospital • Frenchay Hospital • Blackberry Hill & Fromeside Hospital • Glenside Campus UWE • University of West of England • AXA, Friends of Life, Vantage Business Park, Aztec West • MOD, Rolls Royce, GKN Aerospace, Bristol Airbus • Rudgeway business park • Emerson Green Science Park • Bristol Motorcycle Training Centre • Bristol Airport MINUTES FROM WEDDING VENUES: • Aztec Hotel • Mercure Bristol The Grange - Free Wi-Fi connection, Freeview flat- screen TV. - In-room refreshments. - Communal kitchenette with fridge, microwave, toaster, crockery, dishwasher and sink- offering guests experience choice. - With plenty of indoor & outdoor space •Just minutes from M32/ M4/ M5. •1.5 miles from Bristol Parkway mainline station and a few miles from Bristol Temple Meads.
Local amenities and nearby cycling route 16 & 4. Free off-road car parking & secure bike storage, with transport links for business & leisure. Minutes from M32/ M4/ M5. 1.5 miles from Bristol Parkway mainline station and a few miles from Bristol Temple Meads. For an evening meal or takeaway ‘The Crown’ and ‘The White Horse’, or the Lucky Dragon Chinese Restaurant, a few minutes’ walk away. Guests are welcome to enjoy an evening choosing a film or book from the library, or relax in the garden.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Old Star

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

House rules

The Old Star takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:30 to 21:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 05:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that long wheel base vans cannot be accommodated for parking unless agreed on arrival.

Guests are advised to take extra caution on the cobbled stone outside the property as they are very slippery.

Dirty boots/shoes must be left at the front door.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Old Star in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

If you require an invoice when booking a prepaid rate, please write this request and your company details in the Ask a question box.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 05:00:00.