NUMBER THIRTY EIGHT CLIFTON

Think of Clifton as Bristol’s well-dressed little brother. A villagey vibe flows through its quaint streets, full of tempting restaurants, pretty flower shops and beautiful Georgian architecture. The Suspension Bridge is one of its biggest draws but the ten ontrend bedrooms at Number Thirty Eight follow in close pursuit – fortunately they’re on the bridge’s doorstep. Rooms sprawl across four floors of an old merchant’s townhouse, which will fast become the pied-à-terre you wish you had. The classy interiors are a gutsy mix of dark greens, duck-egg blue and colour splash accents in the plush textiles. Our pick of the rooms is the West Loft Suite – a dark, brooding den clad in velvet, which has city and park vistas. Easy reception rooms and a sheltered rooftop terrace are made for lounging, so spread out with the papers one afternoon before moving languidly into cocktail hour. The next day, West Country breakfasts hit the mark. Choose from a full English with poached eggs and a range of fresh fruits, yoghurts and granola. Book a room at the front of the property for views of Clifton Down. Doubles from £115. number38clifton.com