Artist Residence Bristol, The Library
Portland Square, St Paul's, Bristol, BS2 8SA -
From
£450 min spend
Up to
40 guests
Offers
catering
Internal Catering
allowed
About Venue
Located in the creative St Pauls community, just minutes from Bristol’s city centre, this Georgian townhouse & old boot factory is an eccentric home from home in the heart of the city.
With a large bar & event space plus comfy bedrooms, this is a fun space for a birthday bash, office get-together, or pulling out all the stops for a house party of epic proportions...
A bright and airy space during the day, transforming into a buzzy yet intimate setting at night, our cosy Library bar is perfect for drinks parties and casual meetings of up to 40 guests.
The space even has its own bar and fireplace and an array of eclectic artwork to set the tone for your event.
Capacity & Layout
Standing
up to 40
Pricing
& Opening Hours
Weekly schedule
monday
00:00 - 23:00
tuesday
00:00 - 23:00
wednesday
00:00 - 23:00
thursday
00:00 - 23:00
friday
00:00 - 24:00
saturday
00:00 - 24:00
sunday
00:00 - 23:00
Price type: Minimum spend/day
from £450 minimum spend/day
from £450 minimum spend/day
from £450 minimum spend/day
from £450 minimum spend/day
from £450 minimum spend/day
from £600 minimum spend/day
from £600 minimum spend/day
Food & Beverage
Catering arrangements
Catering facilities
Refreshments
Alcohol
Facilities & Amenities
Heating
Air conditioning
Natural light
Table / chairs included
Audio & Visual
Sound system
WiFi
Space Rules
Allowed events
Licensed for alcohol
Attendee Minimum Age
18
Cancellation policy
100% refundable 7 days before the event
Location
Reviews
- marihoJuly 2025
I’ve stayed with my husband in this hotel for over 4 nights and let me tell you what a nice surprise. The staff was amazing, and the decor and vibe really give you an unique type of stay. As the name, it I kinda feel that you’re staying in some kinda of artist place. The food at the restaurant was delicious. Super easy to walk around and near by some really cool shops and cafes. Highly recommend..and hope we can go back soon!
- Richard Rentell (Richard R)October 2025
My wife and I booked late night last minute after a medical emergency at the airport. The lady was super kind. Service was great. Room was great. Food was great. Would definitely come again. Thanks!
- Damian DaviesAugust 2025
The perfect venue for a 40th birthday, the Library felt as special as the staff made us feel throughout. Food was amazing and of course the cocktails and range of local beers top notch. We’ve popped by a few times for drinks or food, which always feels like a treat date night. Highly recommend.
- JJayOctober 2025
Came here for a drink with my girlfriend in the week and it was nice. Super chilled, classy blues bar vibe but not many people. We thought we'd come back Saturday night and it was carnage. Some homeless guy shouting at the staff not enough staff on at all and the mens urinal was overflowing and we thought there was a nightclub in the basement but it was a private party loud enough to hear it upstairs. Dread to think what it must of been like for people in the bedrooms. Could be a classy place but it isn't
- Lucana MorningstarOctober 2025
The owner has clearly no idea how to run a business let alone the 4 she's tried to cram into the building. Nightclub, bar, restaurant and hotel do not make a good combo, especially due to the other nightclub over the road. It's so loud you can't sleep. The staff are overworked as they clearly don't have enough on at any time which is quite frankly is worrying considering guest and staff safety. The rooms are nice but it's definitely not worth the price they're charging. Would absolutely not reccomend.
