Almondsbury is a fascinating town as it is divided into two parts by a steep hill, found at the foot of the hill is Lower Almondsbury, perhaps the oldest part of the town overlooking the Severn estuary, the upper part is surrounded by open spaces. The town is well connected to communication links and is not far from Bristol so is punctuated with a collection of Almondsbury Hotels that are structured to suit all guest needs, tastes and budgets.
Almondsbury may be described as a large village in Southern Gloucestershire and is only seven miles from Bristol lending it very good real estate values and an excellent base from which to commute. It is a quaint village described through delightful stone walls and cottages surrounding the small village green, it is home to St Mary's church which dates back to 1148 and boasts an interesting spire and a Norman font.
The town provides the perfect platform for adventures to Blaise Castle House Museum found in beautiful grounds and tells the interesting tale of years gone by through its exhibits of toys, costumes and even a Victorian schoolroom. The Oldown Country Park and Kitchen is a beguiling Georgian House designed by Robert Adam for a wealthy Sugar Merchant and shares its secretive worlds of upstairs and downstairs.
Sweet Water Farm offers lovers of the great outdoors a circular footpath or cycle path that allows visitors to take a journey through woodland, hay meadows and pasture, the scenery is striking. Close by on the Slimbridge Wildfowls and Wetlands that is set on 700 acres is home to the largest collection of ducks and swans, dragonflies and Flamingos and not far away visitors may take a trip to the SS Great Britain built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel. The situation of Almondsbury lends itself well to both travellers and adventurers as it is a wonderful platform to the West Country and minutes away from the vibrant city of Bristol.
It is here that visitors are spoilt for choice with the vast collection of Almondsbury Hotels that are adapted specifically to serve the business executive, the family group, the honey moon couple and the tourist. The business guests are well catered for as sophisticated Hotels are found flanking the motorways and provided excellent access to the rest of the country. These hotels offer guests airport transfer directly from Bristol Airport atriums are modern and inviting and accommodations are designed for business needs hosting ergonomic desks complete with internet access, direct dial telephones and fax machine.
Some of the business hotels offer guests dedicated business floors and lounges where continental breakfasts are served as are all day beverages and snacks, together with daily newspapers and business journals. Western style restaurants are open all day and serve international cuisines and provide take away menus for convenience.
Many choose the area for a weekend break destination as so many of the fabulous Almondsbury hotels secret themselves in country surrounds set over acres of landscaped grounds that provide guests with typical country pursuits such as walking, hiking, horse riding and fishing. These grand country Almondsbury hotels may be wrapped in impressive Georgian architecture and offer imposing entrances hosting sweeping staircases and vast works of art, sculpture and fresh flowers, welcomes are warm and check in is seamless.
The Almondsbury Hotels are sophisticated and host their own delightful set of restaurants overseen by master chefs employing the finest of seasonal produce companioned with a fine array of vintage wines.
Evenings are welcomed in traditional bars presenting local ales and local talent. Indoor Pools, Jacuzzis, Health Spas and gymnasiums offer relaxation and exercise. These hotels offer prime location and excellent choice to suit all budgets and all tastes.
