THE BRISTOL ^{* * * *}

This grand 187-room hotel is ideally located on the city's waterfront, just a stone's throw from trendy restaurants and bars and ultra-creative districts. Boasting top-quality service, the hotel's rooms are cozy and contemporary, spacious and tastefully appointed. Bedding is extremely comfortable. On Saturday evenings, a jazz band plays in the restaurant, as does a pianist on Friday evenings and Sunday lunchtimes. The hotel also has a gym. We love the bay windows overlooking the water.