Eco Holiday AccommodationA unique and sustainable stay that supports people out of homelessness in Bristol
Looking for somewhere quirky, central and eco-friendly to stay in Bristol? Tucked away above our charity’s working reuse yard is two Eco Pods that offer cosy accommodation just minutes from the bars, cafes, eateries and street art of Stokes Croft and beyond.
Built on stilts around our lovely silver birch tree, each Eco Pod offers compact, studio-style space with a private balcony, en-suite shower room and your own front door.
Best of all? When you book, you’re not just finding a unique place to stay, you’re directly helping Emmaus Bristol to support people out of homelessness. Every booking helps us provide accommodation, tailored support, training and work experience to people recovering and rebuilding their lives following homelessness.
Your stay creates real social impact = sleep easy knowing your visit helps change the lives of people who have experienced homelessness.
Book your Eco Pod
Click to check out and book the Carmen pod
Click to check out and book the Delores pod
What’s included in your Pod
A comfortable double bed with bedding and towels
Private en-suite shower room and toilet
Balcony with table and chairs & your own front door
Tea, coffee, milk and a small fridge
Smart TV and free Wi-Fi
Slimline heater for colder months
Upcycled shelving and handmade coat hooks
What our guests say
This eco pod was absolutely fantastic. The host made checking in super easy and the place was absolutely spotless. It is a beautiful little place, I loved the balcony and how quiet it was yet how close to the city centre it is. Really comfy bed too. I had a wonderful stay and certainly recommend to others, I would 100% stay here again.
May 2025
Our lovely eco pod was right in the heart of Stokes Croft, above Emmaus, and felt very private and perfectly placed for us. The Emmaus staff were friendly and helpful, and it was good to know that proceeds from our stay were going towards local homeless people.
January 2025
Location
Located in the heart of Stokes Croft, our Eco Pods are just a short distance from:
- Bristol city centre, Cabot Circus and Broadmead shopping areas
- The vibrant independent cafes, bars, music venues and street art of Stokes Croft, Montpelier, Gloucester Road and Redland
- World famous street art, including two Banksy pieces nearby and the Seven Saints of St Pauls murals (our pods are named after two of the murals!)
- Local hotspots including Stokes Croft China, The Canteen, The Bristolian and Lakota nightclub
- Bristol Harbour is a twenty-minute stroll across town and you can swing by St Nicolas Market and Corn Street to take in the history on your way
- Within walking distance to Clifton Village and other parts of Bristol, or a short bus ride away
Getting here
- 10-minute walk to Bristol Bus & Coach Station – with buses across the city, coaches across the UK and the Airport Flyer to Bristol Airport
- 25-minute walk to Bristol Template Meads train station or a short bus journey
- Long-stay parking is available at various NCP car parks around the city, including the nearest at Cabot Circus
- Short stay metered parking can be found on nearby residential streets
Designed for impact
Our Eco Pods were designed using passive house principles, with high-values, air tightness and low thermal bridging. This means a very low energy demand.
The main materials used for construction are wood and straw. These are natural, photosynthetic materials which have sequestered huge amounts of CO2 during their lifecycle. Carbon-capturing materials like these are the future of the Construction Industry and demonstrate how we can reduce our greenhouse gas emissions and help combat the Climate Crisis.
The Eco Pods use 90% less energy to heat and light than standard construction materials and methods!
Straw insulation has fantastic Acoustic and Moisture Control properties. This creates excellent indoor environments which include:
Book your Eco Pod
Click to check out and book the Carmen pod
Click to check out and book the Delores pod
