Toad Lodge is a charming and spacious hotel within walking distance of Bristol centre. The toad theme is not overdone. The garden is beautiful. And listening to other traveller's stories over the breakfast table setting provided was a delight.
Unfortunately the hot water in the shower only lasted five-ten minutes, so me and my partner had to time showers at different times of the day after it had reheated, and shower very quickly. The host also confronted a guest about staying in the wrong room in front of everyone at breakfast one morning, which i felt should have been a private discussion (the lady in question appeared to have made an honest room number mistake after arriving the previous night).
Nonetheless overall I would recommend Toad Lodge and, with a few improvements regarding my comments above would be happy to stay again.
Note: if you like curry there is an excellent takeaway with friendly owner just down the road called Chilli Bellies. And if you're so inclined, also a Michellin star restaurant called Bulrush just next to it.