The Dark Horse Pub

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January 2025

February 2025

Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Housekeeping

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

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172-174 Church Road, Redfield, Bristol, England, BS5 9HX

Old Market
3 min drive
The Dark Horse
1 min walk
Lawrence Hill Station
10 min walk
Bristol Filton Airport (FZO)
35 min drive

Room options

Classic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

City Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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Pet-friendly

Parking included

Free WiFi

Restaurant

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 Jan

About this property

Inn in Bristol, near Cabot Circus Shopping Centre

This smoke-free inn features a fireplace at reception and free WiFi in public areas. Housekeeping is available on request.

The Dark Horse Pub offers 2 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Bristol inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

During your stay at The Dark Horse Pub, you'll be within walking distance of Old Market. Features include free WiFi in public areas. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.

Free WiFi
Amenities include a terrace and a fireplace at reception
Just a 4-minute drive from Cabot Circus Shopping Centre and 6 minutes from Bristol Hippodrome Theatre
Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls

The Dark Horse Pub offers its guests a terrace and a fireplace in the lobby. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 3.5-star Bristol inn is smoke free.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Free offsite parking within 100 metres
Street parking available

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
14 steps to reach entrance
Lever door handles
Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle

Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

The host will greet guests on arrival

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Food and water bowls are available
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

This property does not have a front desk. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The host will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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The Dark Horse Pub Reviews

7.2

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Lisa-Marie

21 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Ok, first up: The Dark Horse is a (quirky, friendly, lively) pub on a main road, so if you’re looking for a tranquil escape this ain’t it. But that, and the location (15 mins to the city centre on the bus, which comes about every five minutes) made it ideal for my overnight stay - and the lovely lady who showed me to my room even offered earplugs (I always travel with my own, so no need, and I slept like a baby even though it was Friday night and the bar was open til 2am). The room had everything I needed: super comfy bed, ample storage, actually functional hairdryer (!), tea/coffee facilities (with biscuits and OAT MILK), nice toiletries. Bathroom was a bit pokey and the shower temperature gauge temperamental, but not so much I’d take a star off particularly given the price. Overall, excellent vibes, would stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Niveditha

21 Sept 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I arrived midnight, I already informed them that I was going to be late. The whole place was shut down. I stood at the door, pressed door bell several times. No answer, I called the number available on the account. I also emailed. There was no reply. Finally, I had to leave the place after trying for half an hour. I had to go in search of a hotel in the middle of night, spent so much on taxi. I could not get any hotel room at 3 AM. I was allowed to wait in the lounge of one of hotels until that morning. Around 5.30 am, I left to the train station to catch the first train back to my destination. I had a terrible experience. In addition, I did not get the refund. I tried through Expedia. Nothing has happened. I do not recommend this property.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

20 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

I like that the rooms are above a pub - very old English. The bed was also comfortable and clean. There is a beautiful park nearby. The pub is obviously the priority for the property. The stairs to the rooms are in questionable condition - very steep and narrow wooden steps. The shower does not drain well - have to turn off while showering to let water drain before continuing. There was mold in the shower. My booking did say a king bed but the bed in our room was not a king bed. Not being able to check in until after 4 was an issue as there was no where to store luggage on the area. Okay place for a couple of nights.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

CBDCSV1

28 Aug 2024

Great

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Idanesha

Travelled with partner

22 Aug 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I sent an email to the property stating the time of my arrival. I never got a response. When i arrived at the property it was closed with no reception available to check me in. At midnight, i now had to find another hotel so i won't be stranded on the streets. The number they also provided is saying that it is not valid. I emailed over and over again and still no reply from them.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tasha

18 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Karen

Travelled with family

15 Aug 2024

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Led outside to gate at side of pub up steep wooden steps to accommodation. Room ok but only quarter of a toilet roll for 2 people for 3 nights,and out of date milk.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

15 Aug 2024

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

9 Aug 2024

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

8 Aug 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Basic,no frills

Very basic ,no frills,bar ok but only bitter glasses even for san Miguel. Room ok,bathroom grubby,shower shocking, had to remove filter to let water drain away from tray,left out in hope it gets cleaned Rough area,won't visit again.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa-Jane

27 Jul 2024

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Nice stay

It was a nice hotel room, what you would expect from staying above a pub on a Friday night. The only issue we had was the shower drain had not been cleaned properly but that was a quick fix. Other than that it was a really nice stay, bar staff were lovely and friendly as well.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimmer Roderick

27 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Comfortable real pub atmosphere 👌

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ashton

23 Jul 2024

Liked: Amenities

The staff member who helped me was quite helpful and polite. The facilities were good only that wasn't draining in the hand bowel and slowly draining in the shower.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace

20 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff and the room were absolutely lovely! The bed and ensuite bathroom were delightful after many days of travel. Provided me the much needed sleep and rest I needed to reset before the second leg of my trip around the U.K.!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lily

11 Jul 2024

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

Perfect stay

**Review of The Dark Horse Pub Hotel, Bristol** I stayed at The Dark Horse Pub Hotel in Bristol from the 10th to the 11th of July in a double room, booked through Hotels.com. The booking process was easy, and the check-in experience was fantastic, thanks to the friendly and accommodating staff. Our room was clean and comfortable, with good quality TV and toiletries. However, the Wi-Fi was not working, and I had poor mobile signal. The bathroom was pleasant and functional. The pub downstairs offered a great selection of drinks, and the hotel’s location on the outskirts of central Bristol was convenient, with shops and food places nearby. We drove to the hotel and used taxi services to attend an event in Bristol, finding the location accessible. There was some noise from the street and the pub, which was expected, but it wasn’t disturbing. The checkout process was seamless and contactless, as we left the key in the door upon departure. Overall, our stay at The Dark Horse Pub Hotel was fantastic. We encountered no issues and would happily stay here again if we are in Bristol. Highly recommended for its charm and convenience.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Adebowale

2 Jul 2024

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

1 Jul 2024

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

Clean Room and Friendly Staff

This accommodation was perfect for a one night stay. The rooms were clean, well maintained and the staff were really helpful and pleasant.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert

23 Jun 2024

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Alison

6 Jun 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Vanessa

26 May 2024

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

The room is dirty with damp and cracks on the walls. No contact number to complain or speak to anyone. We didn’t stay due to the state of the room.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Business traveller

1 May 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid

Would not recommend. There was no hot water to the bathroom sink and hand to use the shower to fill the sink. The shower tiles and door was filthy with black mould. I was informed on check in that the pub quiz was on till 10 and music till 11. It was very loud till then. Don’t stay here is you want an early night. Understand this is above a pub. There was parking to the rear on a road but the area felt very unsafe. It was also lovely to find a used make up remover pad next to the bed. See photo

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

22 Apr 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

17 Mar 2024

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Prinul Polessi Patel

4 Mar 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

3 Mar 2024

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

Great little find

Booked last minute as another hotel booking was messed up. Lady who showed us up to the room was lovely and helpful. The pub down stairs was a great little venue, my kinda pub! And the room was perfect.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024