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The Rising Sun

5.0 star property
Luxury inn with a coffee shop and a bar

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Superior Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Bar (on property)
Children's play area - outdoor

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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91 W Town Rd, Backwell, West Town, Bristol, England, BS48 3BH
  • Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Ashton Gate Stadium
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • University of Bristol
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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About the neighborhood

Bristol

The Rising Sun is located 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Frenchay Village Museum and within a 10-minute drive of Ashton Gate Stadium. This 5-star inn has 13 rooms and welcomes guests with a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Noah's Ark Zoo Farm - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Ashton Gate Stadium - 13 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Clifton Suspension Bridge - 14 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Bristol Hippodrome Theatre - 16 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • University of Bristol - 17 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Nailsea & Backwell Station - 19 min walk
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Ritazza, Bristol - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Glass Maker - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Noggin's Old Fish Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Old Farmhouse - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Rising Sun

Luxury inn with a coffee shop and a bar
Guests staying at The Rising Sun enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
30-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Coffee makers, fans, and ironing boards are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 25
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Rising Sun Hotel Backwell
Rising Sun Backwell
Rising Sun Inn Backwell
Rising Sun Inn Bristol
Rising Sun Bristol
The Rising Sun Inn
The Rising Sun Bristol
The Rising Sun Inn Bristol

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Rising Sun?

The Rising Sun offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of The Rising Sun?

This inn is located in Bristol, close to Ashton Gate Stadium, Noah's Ark Zoo Farm, and Ashton Court Country Park. Frenchay Village Museum is also within a driving distance of 2.4 mi.

Is there parking available at The Rising Sun?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Rising Sun have a casino?

No, The Rising Sun doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Rising Sun?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What do couples enjoy most about The Rising Sun?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a bar and a café.

Are there hot tubs at The Rising Sun?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Rising Sun feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Rising Sun doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Rising Sun allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Rising Sun for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The Rising Sun have connecting rooms?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Rising Sun?

The closest major airport to The Rising Sun is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is 4.3 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is around 25.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Rising Sun?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Rising Sun.

The Rising Sun Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 111 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

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

Very helpful staff

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

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

The Rising Sun

This was an overnight stay while working locally and this place was chosen for its location and the fact that it’s a pub as well. The room was nice but could do with some TLC but I was very comfortable. The bar area was a little cold but I soon warmed up with the lovely food that was on offer and the staff were really friendly and helpful which is why I would recommend this place to others thinking of staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Great place

Lovely accommodation and great food / drink
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were large and clean. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Mark the manager does a great job good leader. Proximity to airport is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Business stay

Lovely place and room. Good food. Clean and comfortable. High quality room.
Great breakfast and awesome coffee
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Lovely pub, great place to stay

Very comfortable room, nicely decorated, good temperature (not too hot, not too cold). Staff all very pleasant, must say massive thank you to the manager who was very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All brilliant
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim

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

Rising Sun

Lovely pub with comfortable room. Friendly staff and nice beer. I was greeted with a warm welcome and escorted to my room. Tea/coffee making facilities were present and fresh milk available on request in the bar. I only had breakfast once but it was tasty and well presented.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Lewis

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

jayne, Yeovil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we arrived at 8.45pm there was only a young lad there waiting with our key. Apparently the owners had done a moonlight flit and left everything to be sorted out by the young man who honestly did his best. There was no food on offer as they had closed the pub. The room was very clean and very comfortable (thank goodness). Limited coffee and tea facilities though. They had a lot of maintenance people there the next day which was a bit noisy. Such a shame as it has the makings of a nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Kerry

Disliked: Staff & service

Fair

Short stay otherwise would have complained x very smelly room on arrival with windows wide open. I know petty but only teabags in room, no coffee and on going down stairs to restaurant on asking young man looked at me like i had 2 heads and asked me to buy a coffee. Have to pass through dish washing and kitchen to get to out of way door to upto room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The new menu was very limited with not a lot of choose from. The starter we ordered cam with garlic but there was no mention of garlic on the menu when i pointed this out we were offered a replacement but were told that the chef prepares them before hand and a new one would need to be prepared and it would take a bit of time . At the end of the meal the waitress said ,thank you for your patience, i a very condescending way like it was all my fault . We did notice several meals being returned to the kitchen ,Having looked on line the food on there is nothing like what is served .The room was very nice but for the plug in the sink did not work so we had to leave the tap running to get a wash . I wont be staying there again its such a shame its a nice looking place .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I have stayed at the Rising Sun a handful of times and it was always so great, they have had new management since my last visit a couple of months ago and that now really shows in the hygiene of the room and service.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great relaxing stay

Staff were very friendly and welcoming. We chose this hotel as it is dog friendly and it certainly is. Our room was nice and spacious and the bathroom very good with plenty of room and a great shower. I was also impressed to see that there were plenty of gluten free options on the menu and the meal we had was delicious. A lovely relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cherril

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Matthew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly pleasant
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Lovely stay

Lovely rooms attached to the Rising Sun Pub. We only stayed for one night for work, but everything was fantastic. The rooms were lovely and the menu at the pub was great as well. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

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

Recommended

I travelled down with other family members for a funeral. We needed 2 nights bed and breakfast in a dog friendly hotel and the Rising Sun delivered exactly that. We received a warm welcome and the rooms are modern and clean. There is a great breakfast choice, cooked as you require (including vegan). There are playing fields close by with plenty of bins and fields beyond, so the dog was happy too! Would return!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

david

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

Lovely couples stay

We had an amazing 3 nights stay, we arrived on the Saturday and then went to the football, train station around a mile away and only a 10 minute ride to temple meads. So we were fairly late getting back on the Saturday night (around 10.30) this was no problem though. Breakfast was impeccable each morning. The room was immaculately clean, a good size with excellent facilities. Came with a wet room style shower and a lovely large bath. The tinniest disappointment was the bar staffs manor on 2 occasions myself and my wife found them to be a little rude, we found ourselves waiting at the bar area for 5 minutes whilst 3 members of staff completely ignored us, so to be honest we ate elsewhere during the evenings. However it didn’t spoil our stay as it was that good. Although it’s close to a road we didn’t hear any traffic and it was completely silent at night, excellent nights sleep each night. Highly recommended and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021