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Hilton Garden Inn Bristol

from £159 per person
16 - 19 March 2027
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Why stay at this hotel

Prime Waterfront Location

Perfectly positioned overlooking Temple Gardens and within easy reach of Bristol Temple Meads, offering convenience for both business and leisure stays.

On-Site Dining & Bar

Enjoy relaxed all-day dining at the Recess restaurant and unwind with expertly crafted drinks in the stylish bar and terrace area.

Nearby bars & restaurants

You’ll find yourself within walking distance of many bars & restaurants, perfect for post-racing.

On-site Parking

The hotel has its own car park on-site making it convenient for those arriving by car

Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Centre enjoys a central waterfront location in Bristol, offering a vibrant city base for guests attending the Cheltenham Festival. The hotel is approximately 45 miles from Cheltenham Racecourse and with transfer times typically taking just under an hour it’s a practical option for those happy to travel in from a larger city.

Positioned close to Bristol Temple Meads railway station and major road links including the M4 and M5, the hotel provides convenient access by both car and train.

Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Centre offers on-site parking for guests, providing convenient access right by the hotel entrance. Spaces are subject to availability and typically charged per day. Being centrally located means you’re well-placed to explore Bristol before or after race days, with straightforward access to major routes such as the M5. There are also additional public parking facilities nearby should the hotel car park be full, giving you flexible options during your stay.

Dining at the hotel centres around its all-day restaurant, where guests can enjoy freshly prepared breakfasts, lunches and dinner options featuring locally inspired and international dishes — perfect for fuelling up before a race day or unwinding afterwards. The Garden Bar & Lounge offers a more relaxed setting for light meals, snacks, coffees and evening drinks, with a selection of wines, beers and cocktails to suit every taste. For added convenience, grab-and-go options are also available for travellers on the move. Together, these dining experiences provide flexible and satisfying choices throughout your stay. 

Reviews

"A fantastic trip to Cheltenham. Seamless organisation, fantastic communication and a thoroughly enjoyable day. Hotel was excellent value for money (we stayed in Bristol) and the coach trip in was brilliantly timed. Even better in the way home with great coach karaoke led by our fantastic rep. I was concerned about the hype of expense and queues but the day was brilliant. No more expensive than I would expect to pay at any festival or night out. Highly recommended."
Lesley, 2025
"Group of 10 of us first and not last trip to Cheltenham loved it. Was well organised, fun and all the info and more we needed was provided for us before and during our trip. Fun but professional staff on the day. Thorough and good value. Will book again."
Jo, 2025
"The package trip to the Cheltenham Races was very well organised and perfect value for money on our two night stay. The Hotel, transfers and entry into the racecourse all went smoothly, arrived early enough to enjoy the atmosphere and left at 6.30 which was ample enough time to enjoy rest of the evening.
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Samantha, 2025
"A fantastic trip to Cheltenham. Seamless organisation, fantastic communication and a thoroughly enjoyable day. Hotel was excellent value for money (we stayed in Bristol) and the coach trip in was brilliantly timed. Even better in the way home with great coach karaoke led by our fantastic rep. I was concerned about the hype of expense and queues but the day was brilliant. No more expensive than I would expect to pay at any festival or night out. Highly recommended."
Lesley, 2025
"Group of 10 of us first and not last trip to Cheltenham loved it. Was well organised, fun and all the info and more we needed was provided for us before and during our trip. Fun but professional staff on the day. Thorough and good value. Will book again."
Jo, 2025
"The package trip to the Cheltenham Races was very well organised and perfect value for money on our two night stay. The Hotel, transfers and entry into the racecourse all went smoothly, arrived early enough to enjoy the atmosphere and left at 6.30 which was ample enough time to enjoy rest of the evening.
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Samantha, 2025
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