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The Bristol

7780 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43235

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9.8
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33 reviews
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9.8
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33 reviews
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    18%
  • 3 star
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Agnes

Resident/client

4.0 out of 5 stars

The Bristol

It is called 'The beautiful white house" bc it is inside & outside. You really need to take a tour to see for yourself. It is clean, neat, & tastefully decorated for holidays & seasonal changes. They are very family oriented here, and you may invite family to the special holiday events. Some apartments have a balcony you may sit out on & enjoy watching the many walkers, bicyclist, wheelchairist that enjoy the Worthington Hills Park Olentangy Trail or take part in yourself. I do, in my wheelchair. There are patios with rockers & benches, & a patio with a fire pit where picnics can be enjoyed. There are many activities here for all to enjoy.

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The Bristol

Located near Worthington Hills Park and the Olentangy Walking Trails, The Bristol offers adventurous seniors a luxurious retirement experience free from the hassle of homeownership. This modern, multi-story community is surrounded by lush, landscaped lawns and scenic wooded grounds. The quirky interiors feature warm color schemes, elegant furnishings, and large windows that fill the spacious common areas with an abundance of natural light. There’s also various studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans that residents can decorate and call home.

The Bristol offers independent and assisted living services, so residents can enjoy an active and vibrant lifestyle while receiving the additional support they may need in their daily lives. The wellness director collaborates with residents, families, and physicians to create custom-tailored service plans, and the licensed staff offers 24-hour personal support. Chef-prepared meals are served in the classy dining room, and there’s several homelike amenities for residents to take advantage of as well. To keep all seniors physically, mentally, and socially active, the community also offers a wide variety of entertaining activities and purposeful programs.

There’s more than enough opportunities available at The Bristol, so start making the most out of life today!

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for The Bristol

9.8 out of 10
Review Score33 reviewsWrite a review
Overall Experience
4.5
Cleanliness
4.6
Friendliness
4.6
Care Services
4.2
Staff
4.6
Meals & Dining
4.1
Activities
4.6
Value for Cost
4.4

A Place for Mom has scored The Bristol with 9.8 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, The Bristol has 33 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.5 out of 5.

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Last Updated: 7/30/25

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Agnes

Assisted Living

Resident/client

July 30, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

The Bristol

It is called 'The beautiful white house" bc it is inside & outside. You really need to take a tour to see for yourself. It is clean, neat, & tastefully decorated for holidays & seasonal changes. They are very family oriented here, and you may invite family to the special holiday events. Some apartments have a balcony you may sit out on & enjoy watching the many walkers, bicyclist, wheelchairist that enjoy the Worthington Hills Park Olentangy Trail or take part in yourself. I do, in my wheelchair. There are patios with rockers & benches, & a patio with a fire pit where picnics can be enjoyed. There are many activities here for all to enjoy.

Brad

Assisted Living

Family/friend

June 11, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Grateful we found the Bristol.

The Bristol is extremely well taken care of. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The building gives more of a clubhouse feel vs a retirement home. It seems like the residence really like living there.

Anonymous

Independent Living

Resident/client

June 2, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

The Bristol experience

It's clean, outstanding staff, nice apartments, good food, I can't compare costs but it's not inexpensive. I have an annual contract. I had a recent TIA and they were very helpful during that time. Each person has their own needs but residents are nice. Good luck in helping people find the right place. I certainly recommend The Bristol.

Pamela C

Independent Living

Resident/client

March 7, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

"A Wonderful Place to Live

Absolutely a "5" for everything except the food. I'd rate food a "3". I loved the staff and living at the Bristol! My drawback was living far from the elevator on the 4th floor. This was difficult with my little dog.

CM

Assisted Living

Family/friend

June 27, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

Review for The Bristol

We would definitely recommend! Staff was great and very kind. Beautiful facility...not a lot of formal orientation upon move in but she figured it out. Residents were friendly and she adjusted very quickly.

William F

Assisted Living

Resident/client

May 10, 2024

4.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

The food is a disappointment. It could be so much better. We have no stove. How can you run a 1st class establishment without a stove? (Give me a break)

Julie D

Assisted Living

Family/friend

May 10, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0

Beautiful, warm, caring, loving place for mom

The Bristol is a beautiful place, but even more important is the staff. I cannot say enough about the director who is so hands on and approachable. The same with the wellness director, all the nurses, and aides. Love them all. Even the housekeepers and front desk. You get to know everyone. They really care and love my mom.

Gail F

Assisted Living

Resident/client

May 10, 2024

4.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
2.0

The ability to meet with residents & guests everyday is a wonderful social time - good for new residents to make friends. Quality & tasty meal is very low.

Diana C

Assisted Living

Resident/client

April 30, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Improved Health

I came to the Bristol needing physical therapy and a place to continue to improve my health after surgery. The Bristol meet all my goals and expectations.

Carla S

Assisted Living

Family/friend

April 26, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Amazing Nursing Staff!

I cannot say enough about the nursing care my mother and father have received while being at The Bristol. The nurses treat them both with respect and dignity. I am very thankful they are in the care of The Bristol and gives me a piece of mind while being away. I know they are being cared for and I can enjoy just being their daughter again without the title of caregiver. The Bristol has been a blessing for our family.

Melody

Assisted Living

Family/friend

April 25, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

Caring for Mom in the Best Way!

My mother was moved from another facility in 2023 to The Bristol, within a few months there was a tremendous change over in management. Thank goodness that happened. The Team that is now in place has a warm laid back approach caring for the residents. The Director [name removed] was thoughtful and intentional on picking the right individuals to form the foundation to springboard the mission of this community. Extremely friendly, open and transparent is the care provided to the residents. The facility is clean and welcoming with a ton of wonderful activities to keep your loved one engaged. The dining has its challenges meeting the appetite of all the residents. There are hits and misses but that is to be expected in a cafeteria designed menu. I highly recommend a tour and meet and greet with [name removed] and his Team. You will be pleasantly surprised when comparing over other facilities. We are happy knowing our Mom is surrounded by Love and Respect.

Pamela C

Assisted Living

Resident/client

April 19, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

I am very happy here at the Bristol. It is beautiful and elegant place to live. The staff has welcomed me (and my dog!) and everyone has been friendly and helpful as I adjust.

Rebecca V

Assisted Living

Family/friend

April 19, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

I'm so happy with the experience my in laws have had since moving into The Bristol.The entire facility has improved their new way of living.

Dee I

Independent Living

Family/friend

April 17, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Couldn't be happier

My family members moved into The Bristol last October and it has been the greatest blessing to happen to my family. They truly have made The Bristol their home. Its been great to go visit them and having them introduce to all their friends and just watching them flourish. I am very thankfully for the staff and how they all take the time to listen to family and make them feel supported. I wish we would of made the move sooner.

Ameera F

Independent Living

Family/friend

April 10, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Taking a weight off my shoulders

My uncle and aunt currently live at The Bristol and has made a huge difference in their quality of life. I no longer have to worry if they are eating or being taken care of. Every time I go to visit them they are always happy and usually surrounded by a group of people. I wish they would of made the move sooner but happy it finally happened.

Blair M

Independent Living

Family/friend

March 28, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Making life easier for loved ones

I want to first thank everyone who works at The Bristol, they have made my loved ones lives safer and easier. I am closer to thim in case they need me but the best part of them living at The Bristol I dont have to worry and it gives myself and all my siblings a piece of mind knoing they are in a good community. The staff is always nice and I love going to all the different events and of course happy hour. I am so thankfully they listened to me when I said they needed to make a change. A change I wish he would of done years ago!

rita p

Assisted Living

Resident/client

February 15, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

I love it here

I am currently a resident and I LOVE it here. This community has made my life easier and the food is great and I enjoy all the activities they host. I am truly enjoy my time. The staff has been great and the team there are on top of everything. If i need anything I know it will be taken care of

Heather S

Assisted Living

Family/friend

February 1, 2023

1.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
1.0
Friendliness
1.0
Value for Cost
1.0
Care Services
1.0
Activities
2.0
Staff
1.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

Terrible

I agree with [name removed] and [name removed]. I did go to the management with my concerns and they always had condescending answers for me. I hope these negative reviews will have them get better because the residents that live there deserve better. My mom is now doing well at a much better-run community with a very compassionate director and staff.

LS

Assisted Living

Family/friend

September 24, 2022

3.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
3.0
Care Services
1.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Not a community for assisted living

Our mother started at The Bristol as assisted living and it began as a wonderful experience. However, as her health declined, the aides continued to be supportive, but the nursing staff was unorganized. We worked through the issues and thought that everything was resolved. Until our mom had to begin hospice. We sat back and watched her slowly suffer due to issues with medical orders and communication disconnects. This facility is not nimble and our mother was a victim of medical cruelty when she needed support the most. Our hospice provider pulled in continuing care because The Bristol staff were too inexperienced to support our mom. If your parent lives, or would like to live at this facility, please be proactive with the more advanced care that will inevitably be needed.

Lynn

Assisted Living

Family/friend

June 23, 2022

2.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
3.0
Friendliness
2.0
Value for Cost
1.0
Care Services
1.0
Staff
2.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Not great for Assisted Living

The Bristol is a beautiful building and the rooms are nice, but it is not a good place for assisted living. I have dealt with 4 Assisted Living facilities for parents and other family members and Bristol is very substandard in their care. It is not run well. The floor nurses can't answer questions about the resident. The standard answer is "I don't know". They are not tuned in to the residents needs. I asked then to do a UTI test for my family member as she was getting disoriented and upset. It took them 9 days to get the result back and she did have a UTI. Another time it took 6 days to get a result back and again it was positive. She missed a lot of meals, her alarm pendant went missing for more than 14 hours and she was not able to call for help if she needed it. Very disappointed in it. We moved her to another Assisted Living and she is doing very well. The medical care has been wonderful and I don't go home at night worried that she is not being taken care of.

The Bristol

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