Opened on Queen Victoria's coronation day in June 1838, the Royal Bath Hotel & Spa Bournemouth was the first hotel in Bournemouth. It offers 3 hotel restaurants, a health spa and lovely sea views.
Marya
Australia
Breakfast was great, enjoyed dinner
Liked the old historical appearance of the hotel, do not try to modernise it like the new No atmosphere hotels
Loved the creaky floorboards
This Victorian townhouse offers bright, modern air conditioning rooms, located just 5 minutes’ walk from Bournemouth’s award-winning beach.
Julie Ann
United Kingdom
Location for seeing Bournemouth is good although the road is noisy. The pool is nice, the sauna and steam room were great. The staff were lovely and the breakfast very reasonable
The Riviera Hotel has a peaceful location, looking out over the trees of Alum Chine to the bay. With free Wi-Fi and free parking, leisure facilities include a hot tub and indoor pool.
This 3-star Victorian hotel is set high on Bournemouth's East Cliff offers beautiful sea views, gardens and a leisure club. Frederick's Restaurant is set against the striking backdrop of the sea.
This property has views across Bournemouth Bay from its cliff top location and is a short walk down to the beach using the zig zag.
21Chris
United Kingdom
Great breakfast but self service which was jammed into a corner. Only one toaster and if you didn't grab croissant as they came out you had to do without. One of the morning only one coffee machine working
The Hermitage Hotel is a 4-star, 76-bedroom hotel with car parking, ideally situated in the heart of Bournemouth, adjacent to the beautiful Bournemouth Gardens and stunning 7-mile sandy beach, it...
Just 10 minutes’ walk from Bournemouth’s award-winning beaches, The Kensington Hotel offers bright, traditionally furnished rooms with private bathrooms.
Built by King Edward VII in 1877 for his mistress, Lillie Langtry, this listed Edwardian manor is a 5-minute walk from Bournemouth's cliff tops and approximately 1 mile from Bournemouth town centre.
Super period features, lovely welcome, comfortable room.
Centrally located on Bournemouth's West Cliff, the 4-star Connaught Lodge is just 350 yards from the cliff top and 5 minutes' walk from the BIC, Pavilion, and the thriving town centre.
It was a great holiday! The staff was very friendly!
With a dramatic seafront location, Highcliff Marriott Hotel has gymnasium. Bournemouth town centre is a 10-minute walk away. Guests get free WiFi in all public areas.
The staff was very nice and the views were stunning
Located in Bournemouth, 500 metres from Alum Chine beach, Inn in the Park provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
really friendly helpful staff
nice vibe
dog friendly
Just a few minutes' walk from Bournemouth beach, this hotel features rooms with hand-made furniture. The restaurant serves food made using local and organic produce.
Very clean and fresh with awesome ambience and style
Just 5 minutes’ walk from Bournemouth Pier and Seafront and 350 metres from Bournemouth International Centre (BIC), Hotel Collingwood BW Signature Collection features a traditional restaurant, modern...
Brilliant breakfast, cooked to order and lots of choice
Set in Bournemouth, 700 metres from Alum Chine beach, The Hop Inn offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi.
Good breakfast, clean, friendly staff, dog friendly
The Holiday Inn Bournemouth is a modern hotel that is centrally situated 10-minutes walk from Bournemouth Beach and town centre. The property provides on-site parking and free high speed WiFi.
Located close to the centre of Bournemouth, this family-run hotel offers a range of accommodation in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, perfect for both holiday and business guests.
Very nice friendly polite staff.Clean cozy with garden hotel!Love it
The Riviera Hotel has a peaceful location, looking out over the trees of Alum Chine to the bay. With free Wi-Fi and free parking, leisure facilities include a hot tub and indoor pool.
location, facilities, staff. Everything was great!
In 120 acres of parkland and with its own 18-hole championship golf course, The Lodge offers free wireless internet access, free parking and superb leisure facilities, including an indoor pool.
Location just outside of Bournemouth which suited us
Just 10 minutes’ walk from Bournemouth’s award-winning beaches, The Kensington Hotel offers bright, traditionally furnished rooms with private bathrooms.
Good parking. Close to the town centre and very clean
Village Hotel Bournemouth is a stylish hotel with excellent facilities. It offers a modern health club with a gym and a pool, along with a great pub and restaurant and a Starbucks.
Friendly staff. Good facilities. Just what we needed.
The Tregonholme Hotel offers a warm and friendly welcome a short walk to the beach. It offers nicely decorated bedrooms, free Wi-Fi in public areas and free parking.
Food was good. Staff members were very respectful.
Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Boho Beach House - Beach location is set in the centre of Bournemouth, less than 1 km from Alum Chine beach.
I spend my life travelling the world. What a pleasure
Around 10 minutes’ walk from Bournemouth seafront, No5 Durley Road - Contemporary serviced rooms and suites - no food available offers stylish accommodation.
Hassle-free check in and an extremely clean property.
Situated on Southbourne clifftop and opposite a sandy Blue Flag beach, The Spyglass & Kettle by Greene King Inns is only a 10-minute drive from Bournemouth city centre and features free on-site...
The area is great to get around, food and drink is good priced.
The Norfolk Royale is ideally positioned within a short stroll of the Bournemouth's major attractions - including its award winning gardens and golden sand Blue Flag beaches.
Location is perfect and food and staff very good if
The Royal Exeter Hotel is an ideal base for exploring Bournemouth and Dorset's delightful countryside.
Nice, comfortable room - near beach and Bic Centre!
FAQs about hotels in Bournemouth
On average, 3-star hotels in Bournemouth cost £126 per night, and 4-star hotels in Bournemouth are £169 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Bournemouth can on average be found for £152 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Bournemouth this weekend is £111 or, for a 4-star hotel, £142. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Bournemouth for this weekend cost on average around £229 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs £86 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Bournemouth for tonight. You'll pay on average around £115 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Bournemouth will cost around £129 (based on Booking.com prices).
Known for its sandy beaches and good nightlife, Bournemouth is a popular seaside resort on the Dorset coast between Poole and Christchurch.
The town is centred on the Bourne River, running downhill towards the sea by Bournemouth Pier. This pier looks back towards a promenade lined with beach huts at the foot of grassy cliffs. The promenade continues west to Poole, while a road goes east to neighbouring Boscombe, where anglers often fish from its pier. Overlooking it is a clifftop road housing some Bournemouth hotels with sea views.
Booking.com also offers hotels near the BIC – Bournemouth International Centre in the West Cliff area. This convention centre and music venue is a short walk from the Art Deco Pavilion Theatre, located next to the Lower Gardens. In this popular city park is the Bournemouth Eye, a tethered hot air balloon that offers far-reaching views.
At the park’s top end the river disappears under a large square, then emerges in the Central Gardens. Overlooking these gardens is the Victorian town hall, which used to be one of several spa hotels in Bournemouth. Opposite is a Grade I-listed church, and St Peter’s Church has the grave of Mary Shelley, author of ‘Frankenstein’.
On the outskirts of town, near 4 golf courses and the Castlepoint Shopping Centre, is Bournemouth Airport.
Perfect location perfect sandy beaches amazing arcades recommend happy lands arcade amazing staff in the arcade and gift shop
Restaurants to recommend hot rocks near oceanairum
Amazing food in the weather spoons in the town centre
Really good night life
Transport is good in Bournemouth buses taxis easy to get around and sightsee
Perfect for all the family if you want a fun packed trip or a relaxing trip come to Bournemouth
stella
United Kingdom
Scored 10
10
Good bus service to other areas around Bournemouth.
Good bus service to other areas around Bournemouth. Enjoyed the trip to Sandbanks then on the ferry to Studland Bay. Visited Corfe Castle and walked to Hengisbury Head, beautifiul beach there. Plenty of restaurants in the centre and near where we stayed.
Malcolm
United Kingdom
Scored 8.0
8.0
Excellent sandy beaches & a very scenic coastline.
Excellent sandy beaches & a very scenic coastline. Free public toilets are plentiful & lots of eateries.
Unfortunately there's also plenty of drunks & some anti social behaviour & a complete lack of police presence it seems.
Trevor
United Kingdom
Scored 6.0
6.0
I arrived in Bournemouth via its Airport, Taxi to...
I arrived in Bournemouth via its Airport, Taxi to Southbourne, £30. After 2 nights at a fabulous award winning b n b , I moved on to a long established Hotel near Alum Chine. No car, no problem, I used the very inexpensive 70 buses a lot!. Some buses were open top, I visited Hengistbury Head, Christchurch and Poole. a day ticket cost £5.20, a single journey £2. Possibly this route finishes in September at the end of the season though. Via this bus I enjoyed a walk though the shopping area in Poole, en route to the Quays area, where the one hour Harbour cruise was just right. The perfect weather was a bonus!. Walking along the various beach "chines" was easy and flat walking, Pay attention to those on bikes and scooters, which are not allowed in high summer. The sandy beaches were a delight, the sea refreshing!. For those who like more "action" a stay in Bournemouth itself would be interesting, for me, locations as above were just right.
Jo
France
Scored 6.0
6.0
We stayed at Boscombe and we were so relieved we did, sadly...
We stayed at Boscombe and we were so relieved we did, sadly Bournemouth Town centre looks neglected with shop closures, sadly homeless people begging very disappointed from our last visit, Bournemouth Town itself needs financial support but it’s a sign of the times! Boscombe and Bournemouth Beaches and pier clean all positive
Christchurch, Mudeford Lyndhurst and New Forest absolutely stunning a must
caroline
United Kingdom
Scored 10
10
Very clean. Beautiful public garden areas.
Very clean. Beautiful public garden areas. Lovely soft sandy beaches. Lots of restaurants, cafes and bars. Usual selection of gift shops and seafront attractions including Arcades, Mini/Adventure golf and the Observation Wheel.
The BIC is an excellent events venue.
We had a great stay at The Hedley Townhouse. The hotel is spotless, nicely decorated and the rooms are nice and comfortable. The owners are super friendly and caring for their guests. They put breakfast items in the tea room in the morning, which was very nice before starting the day exploring the area. The location is perfect, just a few steps from the beach in a quiet area with dining options around. It was a great experience all around and we would stay there again if coming back to Bournemouth!
Sue, the proprietor was very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. I needed Oat Milk and it was supplied.
The breakfast was the best we have ever had. The choice was Continental, Full English or both, top quality.
Our room was spacious, comfortable and clean, with ensuite facilities.
There was off road parking available.
The hotel is just a 5 min walk from the beach and town, also just 45 min walk along seafront to Bournemouth.
We will definitely be coming back...
The staff are excellent, helpful, professional, smart and well presented. Facilities on site are superior to many other hotels in Bournemouth in this price range and even a few in a much higher price bracket can't match it. It may not be the very best that Bournemouth has to offer but nethertheless a good all rounder that punches above its weight in many areas.
The Hotel is sited in one of the best locations for Bournemouth. It's just a short walk to the beach (and away from the crowded parts); as well as this it's not too far to walk to the town centre. The En-suite room was good, and the staff friendly. As well as this it's good value for money!
The staff were very welcoming and friendly and the hotel was just what we were looking for. It is in an excellent location near to the beach and perfect for a short walk to the BIC for a show. Dinner and breakfast were spot on. We'll definitely be back next time we're in Bournemouth.
Alex
United Kingdom
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