The iconic Mercure Bristol Holland House and Spa has undergone an extensive refurbishment, transforming its bedrooms and public spaces.
Keeping Bristol’s rich industrial and maritime history in mind for its new design, Mercure has blended the hotel’s locally-inspired roots with a modern and contemporary feel.
The new design features industrial and iron works alongside softened tones, warm accent colours and splashes of vibrant upholstery fabrics. There are visual references and nods to the engineering works of Isambard Kingdom Brunel and textures and patterns inspired by the Clifton Bridge.
The refurbishment has transformed the public spaces, creating an extensive area for lounging, meeting, drinking and dining, all in the Urban Bar and Kitchen. The newly transformed restaurant is the perfect space to relax, unwind and enjoy delicious hassle-free food. The new bar and dining area includes an expansion of the space; new feature floor tiling with intricate detailed inset carpet areas and a breathtaking feature wall graphic inspired by Bristol’s rich maritime heritage.
The hotel offers a range of accommodation across its newly refurbished 275 bedrooms, including classic and privilege rooms ensuring the highest level of luxury comfort. Each bedroom is equipped with a TV including international satellite channels; 24-hour room service and free Wi-Fi access, which is available throughout the hotel.
The hotel caters both for leisure and business guests, with twelve conference rooms for meetings of all sizes, ideal for any business event. The hotel’s leisure facilities include a large heated pool, fitness suite and a spa where guests can indulge in a relaxing massage or treatment in one of the hotels fourteen treatment rooms as part of their stay.
Interior designer Jennifer Preston of Koncept Interior designs, said of the project: “The ethos of Mercure Hotels is based on local inspirations, we wanted to capture this theme throughout the design by embracing Bristol and its rich industrial history. Throughout the public areas of the hotel, the interior encompasses stylish industrial design, clean lines and patterned surfaces, and contrasting materials to add depth and interest.”
