Best Care Homes in Bristol, City of (2026)
91 care homes compared by CQC rating, type, beds, and specialisms.
Care Home Comparison Table
| Care Home | Rating | Type | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Vassall Road | Outstanding | Residential | 6 |
| John Wills House | Outstanding | Nursing | 80 |
| Ridgeway House | Outstanding | Residential | 7 |
| Horfield Lodge | Outstanding | Nursing | 75 |
| Avenue House - Bristol | Good | Residential | 30 |
| The Worthies | Good | Residential | 26 |
| Visions ( Bristol ) Limited | Good | Residential | 4 |
| Proctor Residential Care Home Limited | Good | Residential | 5 |
| Milton Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Alexandra House - Bristol | Good | Residential | 16 |
| Field House | Good | Nursing | 55 |
| Cardell House | Good | Residential | 12 |
| Robinson House Care Home | Good | Nursing | 70 |
| Orchard Grove Reablement Centre | Good | Nursing | 24 |
| Claro Homes | Good | Nursing | 54 |
| Hartcliffe Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 66 |
| Jonathan House | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Elysian Villas | Good | Residential | 13 |
| 120 Furber Road | Good | Residential | 5 |
| 63 Coronation Road | Good | Residential | 6 |
| Stibbs House | Good | Nursing | 10 |
| 35 Cranbrook Road | Good | Residential | 5 |
| The Recovery Hub | Good | Residential | 10 |
| 218 Kingsway | Good | Residential | 5 |
| 6 Northumberland Road | Good | Residential | 5 |
| Tramways | Good | Nursing | 14 |
| Cossham Gardens - Care Home with Nursing Physical Disabilities | Good | Nursing | 22 |
| Katherine House Rest Home | Good | Residential | 49 |
| Manor Community Care Home | Good | Residential | 10 |
| Ann Coleman Centre | Good | Residential | 7 |
| Woodwell House | Good | Residential | 12 |
| Cricklade House | Good | Residential | 4 |
| Rosemary Residential Care Home | Good | Residential | 10 |
| Waltham House | Good | Nursing | 40 |
| Meadowcare Home | Good | Nursing | 34 |
| Hampstead Road Care Home | Good | Residential | 12 |
| Westbury Nursing Home And Westbury Garden Suite | Good | Nursing | 90 |
| Saville Manor Nursing Home | Good | Nursing | 40 |
| Evergreen | Good | Residential | 8 |
| Springbank | Good | Residential | 11 |
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Choosing a Care Home in Bristol, City of
With 91 care homes in Bristol, City of, families have 87 well-rated options to choose from. The area has 34 nursing homes for people with complex medical needs, alongside 57 residential homes.
We recommend shortlisting 3–5 homes, visiting each in person, and using our choosing guide to compare them systematically. Pay attention to staffing levels, the atmosphere on the day, and how staff interact with residents. Understanding how care home fees are funded — including local authority support and NHS Continuing Healthcare — is also essential before making a decision.
Bristol, City of care homes offer specialist support for residential care, dementia care, learning disability care, nursing care and more. Use the links below to filter homes by care type.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many care homes are in Bristol, City of?
Bristol, City of has 91 CQC-registered care homes with a combined 2,785 beds across the area.
How many Outstanding care homes are in Bristol, City of?
Bristol, City of has 4 Outstanding-rated care homes and 83 Good-rated care homes. Outstanding is the highest possible CQC grade and means inspectors found exceptional, person-centred care.
What types of care are available in Bristol, City of?
Bristol, City of has 34 nursing care homes and 57 residential homes, including 38 specialising in dementia care. Other specialisms include residential care, dementia care, learning disability care.
What should I look for when choosing a care home in Bristol, City of?
Start with the CQC rating — Outstanding and Good-rated homes have passed independent inspections. Then visit in person: speak with staff and current residents' families, ask about staffing levels, activities, and how they handle changing health needs. Our choosing guide walks you through each step.
How are care home fees funded in Bristol, City of?
Bristol, City of Council will carry out a care needs and financial assessment for those seeking local authority funding. Anyone with assets above £23,250 typically funds their own care. NHS Continuing Healthcare is available for complex medical needs. See our funding guide for full details.