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Harbourside Hostel Bristol

2.5 star property
Travelers stay connected and entertained at this central Bristol hostel, where the city's vibrant theater scene is just steps from the front door

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OYO Harbourside Hostel Bristol is in Bristol City Centre, placing guests in the heart of the action. Free in-room WiFi helps visitors research local attractions or check in with family. The 24-hour front desk and on-site ATM make managing travel funds easier.

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7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24/7 front desk

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8.0 out of 10
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About the area

Bristol City Centre, a neighbourhood in Bristol, is home to Harbourside Hostel Bristol. Banksy Graffiti Thekla and St Nicholas Market are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include SS Great Britain and Watershed. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Ashton Gate Stadium, or consider a night out at O2 Academy. Visit our Bristol travel guide
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57 Prince Street, Bristol, England, BS1 4QH

What's nearby

  • Queen Square showing a garden
    Queen Square
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bristol Hippodrome
    Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St Nicholas Market showing signage
    St Nicholas Market
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Bristol
    University of Bristol
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cabot Circus Shopping Centre which includes interior views and shopping
    Cabot Circus Shopping Centre
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Bristol Temple Meads Station
    15 min walk
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Za Za Bazaar
    2 min walk
  • Arnolfini
    2 min walk
  • Watershed Café & Bar
    3 min walk
  • The Famous Royal Navy Volunteer
    4 min walk
  • Small Bar
    4 min walk

About this property

Harbourside Hostel Bristol

Hostel near University of Bristol
Harbourside Hostel Bristol provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and ATM/banking services
Room features
All 86 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

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  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

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  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash Breakage deposit: GBP 20 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Alcohol is not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

OYO Harbourside Hostel Bristol
Harbourside Hostel Bristol Motel
Harbourside Hostel Bristol Bristol
Harbourside Hostel Bristol Motel Bristol

Frequently asked questions

Is Harbourside Hostel Bristol pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Harbourside Hostel Bristol?

Harbourside Hostel Bristol doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Harbourside Hostel Bristol?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Harbourside Hostel Bristol?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.

Where is Harbourside Hostel Bristol located?

Located in Bristol City Centre, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Queen Square and University of Bristol. Bristol Aquarium and M Shed are also within 5 minutes. Bristol Temple Meads Station is 15 minutes by foot and Bristol (TPB-Bristol Temple Meads Train Station) is 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Harbourside Hostel Bristol Reviews

7.0

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

6.0

Amenities

7.4

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 42 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best place

Amazing place and clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's well maintained - very clean. Kudos to it's management and staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shu Ming Tsui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly staffs and convenience location!

Convenience to access to the main attractions. My room is facing M Shed which is lovely. Staffs are helpful and friendly. It’s a great budget stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing and very kind towards its customers. The bed space was very clean and tidy. Excellent service from the staff and they accepted NHS carers like myself.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are brilliant only not allowed to drink in the rooms but they will hold it for you in there fridge so all good... Ive stayed here twice when no hotels available for work and ive had a cracking sleep Goid work guys and ill be coming in october when next working in bristol All the best 👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent customer service

I have stayed in this hostel multiple times and customer service has been excellent every time. I always make special requests and the hostel has never refused. Location is ideal as situated directly in the centre of Bristol.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Siddhesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy room and toilet. Great service by staff. Great location. But no common area being hostel still under construction. Not a great hostel to stay more than a day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
If you need a warm bed for the night at a very reasonable price then this fits the description. A warren of rooms of varying sizes, you can book a 1 bed room or one with 6. The facilities are basic, with nowhere to relax/work except the rooms themselves.

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

NEW PLACE TO STAY

New clean and secure service slap bang in the centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Saheed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cost effective, affordable and good customer service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Charles

Disliked: Staff & service

Harbourside

When I arrived to check in I was told my booking was no longer valid has there had been a change of ownership & name so I had to leave & find somewhere else
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adekunle

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Poor hospitality

The receptionist are terrible
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Femi

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I wasn’t checked in and I wasn’t refunded. Terrible service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a nice stay but was disappointed that I had to pay an additional £20 deposit which as I had to pay by card they charged an additional £2 charge. Still waiting for the £20 to be refunded.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Kwesi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suitable if you are on a tight budget but the greed and lack of genuine customer care pervades the air of this "hostel". Overall the establishment feels like a prison. It is the cheapest place in town, and it comes across as a money grab, which is why the owners run it like they are doing their guests a favour. My personal experience was negative but for most people without much expectation it will be adequate. When I compare it to all the other hostels I've stayed in not just in Bristol, but also in Bath, Cardiff, Swansea and in fact right across the UK I cannot rate this place very high.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Samuel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had the displeasure of booking Harbourside Hostel for an overnight stay on 19-20 June. I arrived late and was not allowed to check in, which is abnormal for many, if not all of the hostels I have stayed in before. All other hotels were fully booked so I was left to wander the streets at 4am by myself. I called the main hub and they solidified their decision not to let me in. The staff were indifferent even when I advised them of my situation. I am telling everyone I know not to use Harbourside Hostel Bristol.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Noémie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If you're desperately looking for a place to sleep in Bristol, that's fine, otherwise avoid. The room and facilities should be clean more often. Out of 5 showers I tried to use, 2 were broken! There are no bunk beds, which means 0 privacy in the rooms. Small storage space in each room, but you can't lock. No kitchen or place to socialize, and food and drinks are forbidden in the hostel (which means you need to eat out all the time + can't meet people).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Kwesi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All over the world every accomodation business is obviously motivated to make money but the owners of this establishment take greed to another level. One example: they charge £2 to rent an iron. The place is suitable if you are on a tight budget but it's not a hostel it's just a cheap place to stay. The beds are single and arranged barracks style giving it a "packed like sardines" feel. The receptionists are not great at customer service and at check in you are bombarded with very strict rules plus you must pay a £20 deposit (in cash others extra charges apply). Since there are no cooking facilities or a common area their restaurant next door reluctantly allows guests to use that space. Don't just take my word for it compare all the above points with other places such as the YMCA, St Christopher, Rock & Bowl, Cwtsh hostels from Bath to Swansea or elsewhere and you'll appreciate what I mean. The owners don't care though as they know there will always be people who'll need a place to stay in Bristol at the low end therefore will continue to exploit the situation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
〇‪価格の安さ 〇トイレ、シャワーが新しくてきれい。特にシャワーは水圧、温度ともに安定していて、水が隙間から外に漏れることもなかった。 ‪✕‬写真通りベッドをただ並べただけの部屋だが、ベッドはかなり狭く、ベッド間の距離が近過ぎる。 ✕物の置き場、服やタオルをかける所、貴重品を入れるロッカーなど一切なし。‬この点がとにかく使いにくさを感じさせた。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

bricia itzel mayerstein

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Céntrica
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheridian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hostell

Very clean and quiet.easy access to centrecand helpful staff. I would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Modern and clean. Just don't forget cash deposit!

Lovely and clean at a reasonable price. Only downsides were needing to give £20 deposit before check in. Had to walk back up to town to find cash machine, then having bed and room inspection before refund made me feel like a naughty school boy. Hostel was quite noisy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hostel night

As somewhere to stop for a night, it was ideal. No frills, clean, warm and very conveniently placed. Staff were friendly and efficient enough.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022