Trying on the lodge particulars for our quick break in Bristol, it was the quirky paintings, the good location and parking which jumped out at me โ however scripting this Mercure Bristol Grand lodge evaluate, following two 36C days in Bristol, I additionally discovered myself celebrating the air conditioning!
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Which isnโt to say that it didnโt tick all my different packing containers too. In reality, weโd have been onerous pressed to discover a higher base for a couple of days strolling round Bristol, seeing the sights and recognizing Gromit statues (together with Wallace, Feathers McGraw et al).
So in the event youโre planning your personal household break in Bristol, right hereโs the way it measures up in my evaluate of Mercure Bristol Grand with children.
Mercure Bristol Grand lodge: very important statistics
The four-star lodge has 186 rooms together with household rooms and suites, in addition to varied double and twin room choices.
Primarily based on Broad Road, the lodge is simply moments from the eating places on Corn Road and St Nicholas Market, in addition to round 10 minutes on foot from the retailers at Broadmead and the Harbourfront, so itโs a unbelievable location for exploring.
Thereโs been a lodge on this website for over 155 years, initially opening in 1869 because the White Lion lodge and renamed the Grand Resort in 1874. Youโll nonetheless discover components of the Victorian heritage within the Grade II listed constructing though with a latest refurbishment and loads of trendy artwork giving it a much more up to date really feel.
Thereโs a bar and restaurant (with a enjoyable bee theme), the place breakfast is served and the place there was dwell music one night. The lodge additionally has parking (paid however discounted for friends). The earlier spa and pool closed a number of years in the past so is not out there.
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Mercure Bristol Grand Resort: evaluate
Having learn some barely combined opinions on-line earlier than we checked in, Iโll admit I used to be barely nervous as we arrived at Mercure Bristol Grand .
Stepping from the outside, with its classic glass and conventional really feel, into the extra trendy reception adorned with trendy artwork, the pleasant {and professional} welcome began to place my thoughts at relaxation โ an impression accomplished by the primary glimpse of our household room.
In addition to an enormous double mattress, there was a settee mattress already transformed to a different double, with a desk and seat over to the facet, and an enormous TV on the wall. And unlikely some household rooms, the place youโre crammed in with out area to swing a kitten, we had loads of area to stroll round, together with a stand for the suitcase.
Thereโs additionally a small cabinet with hangers, though storage is restricted in the event youโre planning an extended keep. For our quick break, it didnโt hassle us, particularly with some area on the second mattress if wanted for unpacking.
Thereโs additionally just a little secure and mini kettle with tea/espresso though no fridge or minibar in the event youโre hoping to sit back something. There isnโt water supplied within the rooms, however you’ll be able to assist your self to lemon water in reception, so you’ll be able to fill glasses or bottles there.
The stunning toilet was one other spotlight โ I coveted the black and white patterned tiles, whereas the large bottles of toiletries have been scented with neroli and bergamot. Thereโs no conditioner however there may be handwash, bathe gel and shampoo.
Thereโs additionally the selection of an overhead bathe and a handheld bathe in addition to a shower, good for cooling down after strolling round looking for Gromit statues on the brand new path (and simply nearly as good heat within the mornings).
And even higher, there was a lot of area for our toiletries โ the perils of travelling with a tween who has greater than I do! โ moderately than the usually tiny nook supplied.
As Bristol sweltered in 36C sunshine, the deliciously cool air conditioning meant youโd by no means have identified it within the room. We had it set on 20C however getting back from strolling round within the warmth, it felt immediately cooling โ there was a fan supplied too, however we didnโt want to make use of it.
Better of all, the room was very quiet too, set away from the highway โ though we did have varied chatty pigeons exterior the window in addition to a handful of seagulls. Should you do sleep flippantly, itโs value bringing earplugs, I discovered the cooing comparatively stress-free, but it surelyโs surprisingly penetrating in the event youโre asleep.
Thereโs an incredible selection on the buffet breakfast as effectively. Sadly the pancake machine was damaged, however thereโs correct espresso together with espresso, plus sizzling dishes, toast/contemporary bread, varied jams, chilly meat and cheeses, yoghurts, fruit, cereals and fruit juice. Every part you wanted to set you up for a day strolling round Bristol.
And whereas we didnโt eat within the restaurant, we did cease in for a drink one other evening as effectively โ my daughterโs apple juice was the scale of her head which happy her no finish, and all of the workers we met right here have been as pleasant and useful as our check-in (and check-out) expertise.
Thereโs extra to a keep than practicalities, in fact โ though having a lodge automobile park proper subsequent door was a serious bonus as I used to be driving (itโs value figuring out the areas and corners are comparatively tight, though my little automobile had no issues, and the carry was out of order throughout our go to).
Whereas Mercure Bristol Grand is a venerable outdated woman on the earth of motels, sheโs had a latest glow-up (as my daughter would put it).
Impressed by Bristolโs UpFest, the most important city road artwork and graffiti pageant in Europe, you could find over 500 items of commissioned road artwork across the lodge, from larger items within the reception to vibrant works dotted across the rooms and corridors, to not point out different quirky touches such because the old style typewriter proper by the doorway.
Whereas weโre previous the purpose of needing child and toddler amenities, in the event youโre visiting Bristol with tweens and youths, this beats your common chain lodge palms down.
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Mercure Bristol Grand with children: the decision
That is one lodge which manages to tick a variety of packing containers, no matter what youโre hoping for โ conventional heritage however a recent really feel, important modcons like air conditioning and comfy beds and an incredible bathe with beautiful toiletries.
Whereas it may not have among the prospers of others, whether or not thatโs a minibar and biscuits within the room or lodge pool, there was nothing we couldnโt dwell with out, and lots โ like parking โ which made our life a lot simpler.
And the placement is nearly inconceivable to beat โ particularly with the solar shining down, nothing was greater than a brief stroll awayโฆ one thing which might additionally are available in simply as useful within the rain!
Disclosure: My keep was courtesy of Mercure Bristol Grand lodge and Go to Bristol โ all opinions in my Mercure Bristol Grand lodge evaluate are my very own (and my daughterโs). This publish accommodates affiliate hyperlinks โ any purchases you make are unaffected however I’ll obtain a small fee
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