Straddling the River Avon in South West England, Bristol is a buzzing town with a rich maritime history. The erstwhile port city’s 19th-century warehouses are now converted into restaurants, boutiques, and cultural institutions like the Arnolfini, a contemporary art gallery. This city is famous for its vibrant art and culture scene, its architecture, museums, and culinary delights. Being an educational hub, it attracts students from the world over. Bristol is also UK’s first cycling city, so keep some time aside for hiring a bicycle and exploring the historical city center and lovely green outskirts. Are you up for unraveling the story of Bristol? You can do so on a shoestring budget by staying at an affordable vacation rental. We have compiled a list of comfortable low-cost Airbnb homes under 51 USD In Bristol. Just book one and set out for an adventure.
1. Cozy and well-lit loft (from USD 77)
This airy private loft in a residential street is perfect for a couple or small group. The loft has two beds, washbasin, cable TV, linen, and other basic facilities. Breakfast is complimentary and you’ll have access to the kitchen if you wish to cook the other meals. From here, it is just a 15 minutes’ walk to the local airport shuttle or the city. There are some good restaurants, vintage boutiques, and supermarkets nearby on North Street. The owners, a welcoming retired couple, leave no stone unturned to keep their guests comfortable and happy.
Skyline view. Parking, Ensuite Kitchenette, B'fastCity of Bristol, England, United KingdomSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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the beds were super comfy and the wifi worked welleverything else from toilet to wifi were all great as welllovely room with a great view across to clifton bridgei would even say you could fit another double or bunk bed in that corner spacethe loft room is lovely and comfortable and has great views across to the suspension bridgeCleanliness:
the rooms were clean and very comfortableher place was really clean cosy and welcomingbedding is comfortable and very cleanher place is clean and the bed is comfy for methe room was very clean and very impressive security systemHost:
helen is the perfect hosthelen is a great hosthelen and her son were nice hostshelen is a wonderful and cheery hosthelen is a great host who made us feel instantly at homeRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for ashton gate stadiumgreat location only a 20 minute walk to the town centrea very well located room with everything you need near bristol city centrelovely house in perfect location to visit the cityhelen's house is walking distance to city centre and very secure
2. Quiet, clean room (from USD 44)
Maggie’s bed ‘n’ breakfast offers a spacious room for two with a double bed, a wardrobe, a chest of drawers, and a sofa. There are a shared bathroom and cloakroom for guests. There’s a kettle and supplies in the room so that you can make a refreshing drink for yourself. Other luxurious touches are fine Out of Eden toiletries, dressing gown and slippers, and high-speed WiFi. It is indeed a home away from home.
Lovely quiet, clean room, Double Bed, tvBristol, United KingdomSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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the color of the furniture is comfortablei appreciated the coffee and tea in the rooma spacious bright room with great amenitiesthe room was beautifully furnished and had nice little touches such as tea/coffee/hot chocolate/biscuitsit's a clean large room with a coffee table and a sofa for twoCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablevery clean and comfy bedgreat communication information and welcome lovely spacious and clean roomvery very clean great bed fresh linen and towels quiet and cosyher place is spotless and very comfortableHost:
very good value and the host is a lovely personmaggie is a great host who spends time to make sure that your experience is greatmaggie is the perfect host and very hospitablemaggie is a good host and her home is lovelymaggie is a great host who thought of everythingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was perfect for me very close to the city centrelocated in a quiet street near a lovely cafe we definitely recommend this placethe location is great for links to the m32great location - look forward too future visitsgreat location maggie is really friendly and a mighty fine bed
3. Romantic house in a romantic city (from USD 66)
Bristol Little House comprises a private bedroom with a comfortable bed and bath, access to the kitchen, a spacious living area, an en-suite and WiFi, Sky and Netflix on the flat-screen TV. You’ll be welcomed with a bottle of red wine. The house has a private entrance so that you can come and go as you please. The owners live across the garden - giving you ample privacy. Yet, they are available if you need any help.
Bristol Little HouseSouth Gloucestershire, England, United KingdomSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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there was good wifi and satelite tvnetflix and sky on tv with wi-fi which i can't complain made my stay alot easierand a heated towel rack which felt very luxurious and a huge tvmaria has made excellent use of a small space to provide a very comfortable quiet warm and secure spacewe had a very comfortable and pleasant stay at maria's placeCleanliness:
actually spotless and smelled clean toosparkling clean with thoughtful touchessuper clean and well keptvery clean nice little touchesspotlessly clean with lots of thoughtful touchesHost:
great host who was friendly and helpfulwonderful host - bread and winemaria is a great hostsuper helpful hosts will come backmaria was an amazing host she was so quick to respond and so helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location to explore feomgreat location and very cosyoutstanding place great location very peaceful and very comfortable bedgreat location and they are the kindest peoplelovely little house ideal location for visiting my friend
4. Historic one-bedroom apartment in the heart of Bristol (from USD 93)
Isn’t it romantic to live in a house with old secrets? This apartment boasts an 18th-century original bank vault door. Now the bank vault is redone into a bathroom with a secret room! It has an excellent location - close to all the charms of the old city. St Nicholas market is just a two-minute walk from here. There are parks, art and culture, and restaurants and dining all close by. With ample space for four guests, the apartment is ideal for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers.
Large Flat in Old City in Bristol's Oldest BankBristol, England, United KingdomAccommodates: 4
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we didn’t use the kitchen but it’s fully kitted out - good for a longer staybed is super comfortablegreat location really stylish open plan space with lots of room and the kitchen dining room is hugewe loved the apartment and had a great stay in bristolCleanliness:
very clean and everything as advertisedit was also very clean and comfortablevery clean and spacious with a full kitchen range and utensilswell presented and cleansean's place was exactly what it's like in the pictures spacious and cleanHost:
the host was quick to reply to messages and friendly throughouthost is quick to respond and friendlywonderful host and i’d definitely stay againgreat host super helpful thank youowner was really responsive and everything worked greatRead more reviewsLocation:
nice location close to everythingexcellent location for this apartmentexcellent location as wellgreat location ideal apartment for 2 peoplegreat place and perfect location
5. Unique home made of natural materials
If you count your carbon footsteps or have a penchant for new experiences, then this eco home is a place you must book. It is an elegantly-designed, one bedroom house made entirely of timber and straw, as a part of the We Can Make project. There is a double bedroom with en-suite shower and a living room cum kitchen. Completely private and spacious, the property hosts up to four guests. Eclectic in design and feel, the house offers all the modern amenities needed for a comfortable holiday.
EcoCity Living in an inner city strawbale home.City of Bristol, England, United KingdomAccommodates: 4
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the shower has a good flow and temprature remains constantthe pull beef sandwiches we had for breakfast in the community center are greata comfortable bed with access to a fully equipped kitchenthe bed is very comfortable and we had a great night sleepreally comfortable and modern accommodationCleanliness:
very clean and efficentvery clean and stylish interiorclean crisp and newvery clean comfy and cosynice clean sheets and towels and plenty of cleaning supplies under the sinkHost:
craig is a very nice host and it is a special airbnb to stay inhost- craig was friendly and very helpfulthe accommodation itself is lovely and craig was as helpful as can becraig was very responsive both before and during our staygreat place to stay with an amazing hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great airbnb but wish the location was betterclose to groceries and easy access to city centregreat place easy access to public transportationreally cute little place for a getawayeasy to catch a bus to the city centre appreciated the free secure parking
Experience the best of Bristol
Bristol is a great place to have a charming English vacation. You can explore the historical city center, click selfies at the Clifton Suspension Bridge, and buy some local handicrafts. After all the sightseeing and exploration, you’ll want to return to a comfortable home. With a host of great bed and breakfasts, all within an affordable budget, all you need to do is select your favorite Airbnb holiday home and book it.
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