Reviews of Cleeves Cottage
Downside Road, Backwell, Bristol, BS48 3DH, United Kingdom
#24 of 118 B&Bs and inns in Bristol
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 94 B&B reviews
8.9Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.6
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Comfort
9.7
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Location
9.3
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Facilities
9.6
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Staff
9.5
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Value for money
9.3
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Free Wifi
10.0
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Reviewed: August 6, 2025
Andrew
Singapore1 review9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
One minor comment would be the heat in summer. A standing fan would have made a huge impact nevertheless a superb place to stay for the airport
So much thought has gone in to making Cleeves Cottage so comfortable. Not just the basic amenities of a sparkling bathroom and room but all the little things to make it perfect - milk, juice, water, snacks as well as a small breakfast for those rushing for the early morning flight
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 2, 2025
Jennifer
United Kingdom7 Reviews1 helpful vote10“Would definitely return. Highly recommended.”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing, it was absolutely spot on. 100/10.
Near to airport, spotlessly clean and stylish, friendly host and loved the daily complimentary snacks and drinks.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: June 23, 2025
Richard
United Kingdom1 review10“Lovely stay, lovely people, lovely room, perfect stay!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It was very hot, but that had nothing to do with the room or the hosts, just happened to be 30°C outside 🥵
Lovely room, great amenities, lots of lovely home touches
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: June 12, 2025
Mike
United Kingdom7 Reviews10“Cleeves Cottage is a hidden treasure...”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nige was a very attentive host. He contacted us prior to our visit to give us information about how to check in etc. The room was spotless & the bed was SO comfortable!! The extra touches that Nige & Jan included really made our very brief stay so much more enjoyable. Thank you so much!!
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: August 25, 2024
Tayler
United Kingdom22 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The owners were so friendly, kind and helpful. The room was immaculate and well exceeded expectations. The bed was comfy and the shower was great. There was so much attention to detail that made for a lovely stay.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: August 20, 2024
Brian
United Kingdom17 Reviews2 helpful votes8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Close to Bristol Airport, clean, well appointed room. Owners were very helpful.
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: July 20, 2024
Louise
United Kingdom20 Reviews3 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing, the property was excellent.
Great property for the airport & the owners were super friendly. The room was beautiful, very comfortable & lots of nice little touches.
Stayed in July 2024
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Reviewed: June 30, 2024
Jacky
United Kingdom1 review10“Absolutely amazing would stay again and highly recommend .”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nige and jan were excellent , any questions we had they answered straight away. The cleanliness was absolutely excellent and they had thought of everything. Thank you
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: June 27, 2024
Karl
United Kingdom5 Reviews9.0“Room brilliant ..”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location couldn’t get no food.
Very clean comfortable room
Stayed in June 2024
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Reviewed: May 24, 2024
Tammy
United Kingdom7 Reviews2 helpful votes9.0“Highly recommend especially for an overnight stay for the airport”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Spotlessly clean Comfortable room and bed Lovely facilities overall and nice touches such as orange juice and breakfast croissant
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 14, 2024
Karen
United Kingdom10 Reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Brilliant location for Bristol airport
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: April 27, 2024
Richard
United Kingdom11 Reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Large Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing.
My friend and I have feeling more comfy at the house.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 21, 2024
Adeline
France18 Reviews3 helpful votes9.0“Great spot to catch an early plane”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Good location to go to the airport. Dangerous to walk there but the owner sold us a lift which was the best option! Nice room well equipped nice view. I recommend it!!
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: February 16, 2024
Mike
United Kingdom14 Reviews10“Excellent and convenient stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very clean and comfortable great location for the airport good parking excellent service
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: February 9, 2024
A
United Kingdom1 review8.0“Attentive , convenient and clean”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Large Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The mattresses would benefit from replacing as the springs could easily be felt through the night . There are a lot of brightly coloured cardboard signs in the room and around the corridor which warn not to do various things including taking the items in the room. It is perhaps a reflection on the experience of the owners that they have needed to do this so I sympathise with the problem. Perhaps the signage could be re thought as it slightly alters the feel of the place . None of the above are bad things , but review box did not allow for what could be more comfortable.
Excellent location , clean and owners were very helpful. Bathroom was good size . Perfect location . Would recommend
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: January 7, 2024
Andrew
United Kingdom60 Reviews4 helpful votes9.0“Clever Cottage took the stress out of an early departure and late arrival.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
All good
Super convenient for Bristol Airport, very clean and comfortable. Great service to park and transfer to the terminal.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: October 24, 2023
Patrick
United Kingdom21 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Very well appointed and clean, make sure you have transport arranged.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The host quoted "...yes, that is correct, there is no pavement or street lighting, but it is walkable..." I walked to the hotel from the airport in the evening when it was still light. Even then it turned out the road was quite busy and there are sections where there is nowhere to walk off the road - no grass verge at all - so I had to flatten myself against the hedge at times... At about 11 in bed at night, when I realized that the traffic never quite stops, I decided that it would be dangerous to negotiate that road to the airport in the dark at 4:30am. So I called a last minute taxi. I was glad I did, because there was indeed traffic and it would have been very unpleasant and dangerous to try and walk it.
Did not have breakfast - left at 4:30am. The room was very tidy, up to date and comfortable and well appointed for an overnight airport hotel. I was surprised I could still hear a bit of car noise as it is not on the main A38 Bristol to airport road. Clearly all roads around the airport are busy.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: October 8, 2023
Natalie
United Kingdom12 Reviews3 helpful votes8.0“Home from home facilities”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Some people may not like the fact that you can hear planes.
Although this is a cottage, the property is rented by rooms, rather than the whole house. Each room has all the facilities as if you were staying in a hotel and they have an en-suites. Ideal location for Bristol Airport. The Hosts Nigel & Jan couldn’t have been more welcoming.
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: September 14, 2023
Sarah
United Kingdom7 Reviews2 helpful votes10“Really lovely place, great location and hosts amazing.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Everything. Clean, great little extras and communication fantastic, hosts were amazing. Will definitely stay again. Thanks so much
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 7, 2023
Maribel
United Kingdom6 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The property was really clean the owner was a lovely man who helped to get to Aeropuerto on time Thanks we back
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: July 17, 2023
Adrian
United Kingdom2 Reviews10“Loved it. Like being in the wolds cosiest bedroom.”- • Couple
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The little touches of leaving milk and orange juice in the fridge. The phone call in the day to just make sure we were aware of how everything worked and the rooms are so cosy you don’t want to leave. Will be using again without doubt.
Amazing little cottage. Homely and 4 mins away from the airport. A little gem.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: July 6, 2023
Millie
United Kingdom1 review10Exceptional- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Beautifully decorated, clean and a lovely atmosphere. Staff could not have been more helpful!
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: June 22, 2023
Catherine
United Kingdom14 Reviews3 helpful votes10“The hosts went above and beyond to help us when our flight was cancelled.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
It was convenient for the airport- perfect location
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: June 16, 2023
Sian
United Kingdom7 Reviews10“Lovely beds,lovely rooms, little seating area for coffee .host got up at 5 to take us to the airport”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Large Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing.
Everything..beautiful place ..spotless clean ..Great host .
Stayed in June 2023
