Bristol has a handful of hotels with swimming pools, ranging from the most distinctive option in the city — Harbour Hotel Bristol’s underground vault pool in the converted vaults of a former bank — to several north Bristol leisure hotels offering full-size indoor pools with gym and spa facilities. This guide covers the main options in central Bristol and north Bristol, with practical details on pool access, facilities and location. For finding public swimming facilities rather than hotel pools, our guide to outdoor swimming pools near me covers how to locate lidos and leisure centres across the UK.
- Harbour Hotel Bristol (HarSpa): the most distinctive pool in Bristol — a mood-lit indoor pool in the vaults of a converted bank, with hydrotherapy pool, sauna and steam room. Membership from £85/month.
- Village Hotel Club Bristol (Filton): heated indoor pool with whirlpool, sauna and steam room. Open Mon–Fri 6:00–21:30, weekends 8:00–19:30.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol North: LivingWell 15-metre heated pool, sauna, whirlpool, steam room. Day passes available from £11 via Hussle.
- Holiday Inn Bristol Filton: heated indoor pool, open 06:00–20:30 weekdays and 08:00–19:30 weekends.
Hotels with Swimming Pools in Central Bristol
Central Bristol has limited options for hotel swimming pools compared with the cluster in north Bristol, but the standout venue — Harbour Hotel Bristol — is the most architecturally distinctive hotel pool in the city.
Harbour Hotel Bristol — HarSpa
The most unusual hotel pool in Bristol is at Harbour Hotel Bristol’s HarSpa on Corn Street, set in the converted stone vaults of a former bank. The indoor pool is mood-lit and heated, surrounded by the original Victorian vault architecture, and is accompanied by a hydrotherapy pool with pressure jets, sauna and steam room. The spa has seven treatment rooms offering TempleSpa and Elemis treatments, plus a gym and relaxation areas with day beds. Spa memberships start at £85 per month and include treatment discounts and facility access. For hotel guests, pool access is included in room rates; day spa packages are available on request. Contact: 0117 203 4445.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre
The Delta Hotels by Marriott Bristol City Centre, a 4-minute walk from College Green, includes an indoor heated pool, steam room, sauna and solarium as part of its leisure facilities. The hotel has a Booking.com rating of 8.6. However, recent guest reports suggest the pool has been intermittently closed for refurbishment — it is worth confirming pool availability directly with the hotel before booking if pool access is the primary reason for your stay.
North Bristol and Nearby Hotels with Swimming Pools
The majority of Bristol’s hotel swimming pools are concentrated in north Bristol — the Filton and Bradley Stoke areas — where purpose-built leisure hotels offer larger pool facilities than the central city properties. Several country house hotels within 30 minutes of Bristol add further options for those willing to drive.
Village Hotel Club Bristol (Filton)
Village Hotel Club Bristol at Abbeywood Business Park in Filton has a heated indoor pool as the centrepiece of its Village Health & Wellness Club, alongside a whirlpool, steam room, sauna and an indoor cycling studio. Pool hours are Monday–Friday 06:00–21:30 and weekends 08:00–19:30, with dedicated family swim sessions Monday–Thursday 09:00–12:00 and 14:00–17:00. The club runs over 100 weekly fitness classes. Hotel guests have complimentary access; non-residents can join as members or purchase day passes.
DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol North
The DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol North in Bradley Stoke houses a LivingWell Health Club with a 15-metre heated swimming pool, sauna, whirlpool and steam room, alongside a gym equipped with LifeFitness equipment. The facility operates 24 hours for gym access; pool hours vary and can be affected by swimming lessons, so checking ahead is advised. Day passes are available from £11 via Hussle for non-residents. Complimentary towels, toiletries and WiFi are included with facility access.
Holiday Inn Bristol Filton
The Holiday Inn Bristol Filton on Filton Road offers a heated indoor pool as part of its leisure club, open weekdays 06:00–20:30 and weekends 08:00–19:30, alongside a gym and sauna. This is the most accessible entry point for budget travellers wanting hotel pool access in north Bristol, with rates typically lower than Village Hotel and DoubleTree.
Aztec Hotel & Spa and De Vere Tortworth Court
For a spa-focused stay within easy reach of Bristol, two country properties stand out. Aztec Hotel & Spa in Almondsbury, South Gloucestershire — approximately 8 miles north of Bristol city centre — offers an award-winning spa with an indoor pool, steam room, sauna and jacuzzi. De Vere Tortworth Court, a 30-acre Victorian country estate near Wotton-under-Edge in Gloucestershire, has an indoor pool with jacuzzi, steam room and sauna in a more rural setting with access to the estate grounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Bristol have hotels with swimming pools?
Yes — Bristol has several hotels with indoor swimming pools. The most distinctive is Harbour Hotel Bristol’s HarSpa, with a mood-lit indoor pool in converted Victorian bank vaults in the city centre. North Bristol has a cluster of leisure hotels including Village Hotel Club Bristol, DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol North and Holiday Inn Bristol Filton, all with heated indoor pools and spa facilities.
What is the best hotel with a pool in Bristol?
For the most atmospheric and central option, Harbour Hotel Bristol’s underground vault pool is unique in the city and suited to a spa-focused stay. For a larger pool with full leisure club facilities, Village Hotel Club Bristol in Filton has the most comprehensive offering — heated pool, whirlpool, steam room, sauna and over 100 weekly fitness classes. DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol North’s LivingWell is the best option for non-resident day passes (from £11).
Can non-guests use hotel pools in Bristol?
Yes, with varying arrangements. DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol North’s LivingWell accepts non-resident day passes from £11 via Hussle. Village Hotel Club Bristol offers both membership and day passes. Harbour Hotel Bristol offers day spa packages that include pool access. Always book ahead and confirm availability, as pools can be reserved for hotel guests, swimming lessons or maintenance.
Are there hotels with outdoor pools near Bristol?
Outdoor hotel pools near Bristol are rare. The best outdoor options are further out: country house and spa hotels in the Cotswolds and Somerset — such as Old Down Estate in South Gloucestershire — have outdoor hot tubs and grounds, but full outdoor swimming pools at Bristol hotels are uncommon. De Vere Tortworth Court and the Newt in Somerset (17 miles south) have indoor-outdoor facilities but require a short drive from Bristol.
