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.
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.
Nitin Kumar
France
The staff is excellent and friendly. Location is residential, quiet and closer to beach. Pool and rooms were clean.
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.
Peter
United Kingdom
Excellent breakfast. Outdoor pool for the grandchildren. Nice size room for 2 adults and children. Plenty of storage space.
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.
Marianne
United Kingdom
You could use the neighbouring outdoor pool aswell as the indoor pool. This was included in the stay.
We didn't get guaranteed check in at 3 but they did compensate with a late check out which was generous.
The staff were lovely.
With paid parking and free Wi-Fi throughout, The Hermitage Hotel is just metres from Bournemouth’s sandy beach. It has an award-winning restaurant, modern bedrooms and wonderful sea views.
Rebecca
United Kingdom
Staff were great. They gave my little ones some rubber ducks.
Location is excellent.
Just 10 minutes’ walk from Bournemouth’s award-winning beaches, The Kensington Hotel offers bright, traditionally furnished rooms with private bathrooms.
Kully
United Kingdom
Was pleasantly surprised, after reading the reviews was a little anxious.
We did not experience anything that was mentioned in the previous reviews. It wasn't a 5 star experience but for the price it was good. Yes it is a little tired and dated, but was comfortable and clean for our stay. The kids felt comfortable too.
I would say that they do need to supply a hairdryer for each room as there were none, and maybe an iron and ironing board in the rooms rather than 1 shared one in the hall. Apart from that it was only a 10 to 15 minute walk to the beech. The lady who welcomed us on our arrival was extremely polite and friendly. They did an amazing job to get the room ready even though we turned up early. The staff are extremely friendly. If you can over look the imperfections then it's not a bad deal when booking here. For what your paying, Oh and 1 double and 3 single bed in the family room no one single bed bug we came across and we did check. Unlike the other reviews.
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.
Clean, great location good facilties. Staff polite helpful.
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.
Historic hotel with nice rooms and good breakfast.
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
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 sea view room was beautiful and so well designed
Situated just 5 minutes' walk from the beach and vibrant promenade, Hilton Bournemouth features a heated indoor pool, complimentary 24-hour fitness centre and the eforea spa & health club with sauna...
Amazing hotel beautiful room would highly recommend
Located on the seafront, overlooking Bournemouth Bay, this iconic and uniquely styled hotel has a 1930s Art Deco style, a seasonal outdoor heated pool, a day spa, and a lido deck.
The outside pool was great, and the bar at night was good.
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.
It is convenient for me as very messy my work place
Situated in Bournemouth, 700 metres from Eastcliff Beach, Lemur Lodge - Boutique Apartments - Short Stroll to The Beach features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.
clean, nice interior, very easy check in/check out
Just 10 minutes’ walk from Bournemouth Pier, Heathlands Hotel is situated on East Cliff. The hotel also has a popular restaurant and free WiFi is available at reception.
Clean, comfortable, with friendly & efficient staff
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...
Great friendly staff, good food and entertainment.
Boasting a heated indoor swimming pool, The Trouville Bournemouth offers high quality accommodation close to Bournemouth’s seafront attractions. Parking is available on site, for an additional charge.
Everything was enough.
I think we will stay here again
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.
Good location, very clean and breakfast was excellent.
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
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.
Great facilities, friendly staff, would definitely recommend.
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.
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.
The room was very clean and a very comfortable bed
FAQs about hotels in Bournemouth
On average, 3-star hotels in Bournemouth cost € 111.14 per night, and 4-star hotels in Bournemouth are € 145.47 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Bournemouth can on average be found for € 127.90 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Bournemouth this weekend is € 155.36 or, for a 4-star hotel, € 206.23. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Bournemouth for this weekend cost on average around € 230.16 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs € 97.04 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Bournemouth for tonight. You'll pay on average around € 133.90 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Bournemouth will cost around € 152.46 (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.
Hotel and staff perfect.could not fault them in any way...
Hotel and staff perfect.could not fault them in any way Especially the reception staff..Big big Thankyou to. Kimberley..Louie and Sasha.For all the lengths they went to.to ensure everything was more than satisfactory for me..
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Anonymous
United Kingdom
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Scored 4.0
I read reviews of Bournemouth on Tripadvisor before I went...
I read reviews of Bournemouth on Tripadvisor before I went but after I had booked.
I had been many times in my youth, only living in The New Forest myself but this was a total culture shock.
The place has turned into an absolute dive, I could think of more choice words but they wouldn't get printed.
I wanted to go to the shops as well as the beach but there doesn't seem to be any shops left, only foreign cafes/restaurants with dirty uncared for frontage. I struggled even to find a decent coffee shop.
I went in the park with the aviarys but even these seemed grimy.
Eventually I gave up and got on a bus to Boscombe which isn't the nicest of places but at least has a few shops and a lovely looking arcade with finally, a great italian coffee shop.
I planned to treat myself to a nice meal but sadly couldn't find anywhere that looked nice and ended up in a basic cafe with egg and chips. Nothing wrong with egg and chips but I wanted something a bit special for a change.
The beach at Bournemouth was visited in the evening and this is the only thing that seems to have stayed the same.
I will be looking to visit anywhere else but Bournemouth next time.
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Anonymous
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Scored 6.0
The hotel room was spotless.
The hotel room was spotless. A bit tight on the teabags & milk, we had to keep asking for more to make a cup of tea. The position of the hotel was perfect, the beach, shops & pubs/cafes were just a 5 minute walk away.
The bar upstairs was really nice, all the staff were friendly except for the guy on reception when we went to check out on Saturday morning, he was quite rude which my friend & I felt was bad, especially when greeting people at reception, it’s important to be friendly & approachable but this guy was certainly not! The bar staff were lovely though, very warm and friendly. We didn’t eat at the hotel as it was a bit expensive, so we went into town.
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Anonymous
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Scored 8.0
Bournemouth town centre much like any other town high street...
Bournemouth town centre much like any other town high street with closed, empty shops and no soul.
Some of the area around Boscombe is very rough looking but we didn't feel unsafe
Weekend vibe away helped by actually seeing sunshine rather than the rain and thunderstorms we left at home :)
Stentay
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Great beaches for kids, has a little fun fair on the pier.
Great beaches for kids, has a little fun fair on the pier.
Most things are within walking distance.
We ate at Harry Ramsdens, fish and chips is a must at the seaside.
Car parking can be a challenge, book a hotel with a carpark.
Ian
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Me and my fiance went with friends for our sten Do (stag&hen...
Me and my fiance went with friends for our sten Do (stag&hen). It was pleasant weather, relatively affordable, good food & entertaining mini golf. We also went to the mini market Sunday morning which we all enjoyed. Would definitely recommend as it was not too busy.
I stay at the Lynden Court Hotel every year, this being my sixth time. The location is great, only a short walk from both the town and the beaches, there's plenty of places to go and explore, in and around Bournemouth with Poole, Dorchester, Weymouth and Christchurch on the door step. There's lovley walks along the prom from Sandbanks right along to Hengistbury.
The rooms are of a good size plenty big enough for two. Tea and coffee is provided. There's a continental breakfast, which is help yourself.
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!
Fantastic Hotel. Reception was excellent Mia was so lovely northing was to much trouble. I was upgraded with wonderful sea views. The crab restaurant is top marks Beautiful food.best of all is Gorgeous seafood. Eille the waitress was so kind helpfully.lovely straff in the restaurant. Breakfast was outstanding Beautiful cooked allways hot and my eggs I ordered poached eggs were the best.had them most days.park centre hotel is just 2min walk the beach ⛱️ and Bournemouth pier.xx Fantastic Hotel.
A great place to stay..a lovely old building, very well decorated and spotlessly clean. We were given a suite which was fabulous and it was great value for money. Plenty of parking spaces and just a short walk to the beachfront. We had breakfast at the sister hotel, the Derby Manor and that too was one of the best we have had. There was plenty of choice and it was all freshly cooked. It far exceeded our expectations. Definitely will stay there again when next in Bournemouth.
The best & so lovely, professional special shout out for Cathy, Calla, the young barman from North East England and the night time male Santos who couldn't do enough for me to help when I had to be up at 3am , leaving at 4.30 am for my check in at 5 Bournemouth Airport.
Every single member of the single member of the sfaff ( all Staff are the hotel's best asset and a credit to themselves and their employer.
Large ensuite room with sea view was dated but spotlessly clean, facilities included a coffee pod machine, fridge and safe which was a bonus. Located close to the town and seafront with convenient parking in BIC centre, the Crab restaurant which is part of the hotel is excellent, as was the breakfast. All staff members were very polite and helpful, this is now becoming a rare feature.
Easily the best hotel that I have stayed in when I visit Bournemouth and I've stayed in quite a few different hotels over the last few months. Great value for money, large rooms, really comfortable beds and facilities. A five minute walk from the town centre and the beach. The staff are all really friendly and helpful. I've stayed here twice and will be booking again.
We could not fault our stay, excellent value for the money, The staff were friendly and made our stay a very happy experience, the hotel is just outside of the shopping centre and beach area, but a walkable distance just down the hill or if you didn't fancy walking, the bus stop is just around the corner from the hotel.
The Hotel is situated right in the middle of Bournemouth, great for the shops, beach, park and buses. The Staff were superb, very friendly and couldn't be more helpful. The rooms while a little tired (refurbishment is happening early next year) are comfortable and spacious. We intend to be back next year for sure.
Location of hotel was ok, although Bournemouth as a place was as a massive let down. Whilst the Derby Manor is really nice and well appointed, the city centre area is full of what appears to be homeless and drunken/drugged up immigrants that pester you for money and make you feel uneasy.
Hotel and staff were delightful🤗.
Delicious afternoon tea with the best selection of vegetarian sandwiches I've ever had 😋.
Room was excellent 😍.
Spa treatments were relaxing and you got the full 60mins 😁 not at all rushed, and the relaxation room was pure indulgence 😌
Location was good, close to the seafront and only a small walk to the main Bournemouth centre and pier.
Initial thoughts were the hotels decor had been modernised but closest inspection. Cobwebs in corners, paintwork required touch ups, stained carpets.
I booked single room for one night, but I get double room without any extra charge. Room was nice, large and clean. Location is nice, it is close to tow center and to the beach. Personnel was helpful. I would definitely stay in that hotel again.
The hotel is being renovated giving it a fresh look, staff were friendly and the rooms are spacious and had a fresh clean look to them. And the definitely value for money would recommend to anyone visiting Bournemouth
Tidy hotel, big comfy beds. Location is quite useful if you have a car you can drive to the nicer beaches east of Bournemouth. Incase of injury the hospital is opposite :) Very cheap, even with all the hidden costs
Great little Cody hotel right near to the town center and beach/pier. Man on reception was very friendly and helpful. Will definitely return with my wife when next in Bournemouth.
Hands down one of the best properties I have stayed. The home felt like a home. It’s cosy decorated to a high standard. Please stay here over any hotel when you visit Bournemouth.
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