Venue: The Bristol Hotel

The Bristol Hotel offers a striking blend of modernist architecture and contemporary interiors, accented with subtle Art Deco flair. Its imaginative design and warm hospitality make it a standout destination for leisure, social gatherings, and business travel. Located on Bristol’s vibrant waterfront, the hotel sits at the centre of a thriving creative district — just moments from theatres, museums, and art galleries.

The Bristol Hotel

Prince Street

Bristol

BS1 4QF, UK

T: +44 (0)117 923 0333

E: bristol@doylecollection.com

W: www.doylecollection.com/hotels/the-bristol-hotel

Meetings & Events Centre

All IAPWS 2026 sessions (except the Tuesday technical tour and socials) will be held in The Bristol’s dedicated Meetings and Events Centre, one of the largest and most flexible venues in the South West. Nestled harbourside and adjacent to the main hotel, it offers:

  • Spacious, adaptable meeting rooms.
  • Direct access from the hotel as well as it’s own street level entrance.
  • A fully self contained space apart from the hotel, where all sessions take place in less than a minute’s walk from each other.
  • Onsite parking

Dining & Leisure

Outside of conference hours, guests can unwind in the hotel’s elegant restaurant, stylish lounge, or one of its inviting bars — perfect for informal networking or relaxing with colleagues.

OR you can choose to explore the delights of the city at one of the numerous bars, restaurants, sightseeing or leisure activities on offer.

Accommodation

Rooms will be available onsite at The Bristol Hotel, with additional options at other nearby hotels. Accommodation booking site coming soon!