The mid-range, 76-room Hallmark Hotel Bournemouth Carlton is a chain spa retreat set on a cliff-side road in the seaside town of Bournemouth, overlooking the ocean. Since 2015, the hotel has been undergoing a large refurbishment project to update guest rooms -- plus the swimming pools, cocktail bar, and fitness center, though upgrades are ongoing. The guest rooms are large and many have impressive views, but, decent recent improvements, the style is somewhat dated. In addition to its popular spa, the hotel has both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a formal restaurant (with a hit-or-miss buffet breakfast for a fee), and a library-like bar. The location is ideal for exploring Bournemouth, with most of the major attractions within walking distance and the beach just across the road. Room rates are slightly lower than at the neighboring Hallmark Hotel Bournemouth East Cliff, so the hotel offers good value, especially for those who prefer traditional decor.
The mid-range, 76-room Hallmark Hotel Bournemouth Carlton is a chain spa retreat set on a cliff-side road in the seaside town of Bournemouth, overlooking the ocean. Since 2015, the hotel has been undergoing a large refurbishment project to update guest rooms -- plus the swimming pools, cocktail bar, and fitness center, though upgrades are ongoing. The guest rooms are large and many have impressive views, but, decent recent improvements, the style is somewhat dated. In addition to its popular spa, the hotel has both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a formal restaurant (with a hit-or-miss buffet breakfast for a fee), and a library-like bar. The location is ideal for exploring Bournemouth, with most of the major attractions within walking distance and the beach just across the road. Room rates are slightly lower than at the neighboring Hallmark Hotel Bournemouth East Cliff, so the hotel offers good value, especially for those who prefer traditional decor.
The breezy, beachfront Hallmark Hotel Bournemouth East Cliff was built in 1930 and the original Art Deco style has been maintained through more recent renovations. The four-pearl hotel has 67 modern guest rooms, as well as four bar areas, a restaurant, and outdoor heated swimming pool. Rooms are large and well-outfitted, many with unobstructed ocean views, and some with balconies. Bathrooms are on the small side, though, and some need a bit of maintenance. The location is ideal for exploring Bournemouth, with everything in the town center within walking distance and the beach just across the road. Room rates are slightly higher here than at the adjacent sister property, Hallmark Hotel Bournemouth Carlton, and there aren’t as many facilities, but guests at the East Cliff can use everything at the Carlton.
The breezy, beachfront Hallmark Hotel Bournemouth East Cliff was built in 1930 and the original Art Deco style has been maintained through more recent renovations. The four-pearl hotel has 67 modern guest rooms, as well as four bar areas, a restaurant, and outdoor heated swimming pool. Rooms are large and well-outfitted, many with unobstructed ocean views, and some with balconies. Bathrooms are on the small side, though, and some need a bit of maintenance. The location is ideal for exploring Bournemouth, with everything in the town center within walking distance and the beach just across the road. Room rates are slightly higher here than at the adjacent sister property, Hallmark Hotel Bournemouth Carlton, and there aren’t as many facilities, but guests at the East Cliff can use everything at the Carlton.
The Suncliff Hotel is a mid-range property overlooking the beach (a two-minute walk away) near downtown Bournemouth. A rustic beach house feel pervades throughout, but some areas are dated and showing wear, and maintenance issues have been reported in rooms. All of the 114 rooms are decently equipped with flat-screen TVs and tea- and coffee-making facilities, but they lack AC and older ones are in need of some TLC. The indoor pool and restaurant are decent, and access to facilities at two adjacent properties is a pro. Food here is solidly British, as are most of the guests, and the hotel is a favorite among older groups. For a funkier scene, check out the downtown Hotel Celebrity.
The Suncliff Hotel is a mid-range property overlooking the beach (a two-minute walk away) near downtown Bournemouth. A rustic beach house feel pervades throughout, but some areas are dated and showing wear, and maintenance issues have been reported in rooms. All of the 114 rooms are decently equipped with flat-screen TVs and tea- and coffee-making facilities, but they lack AC and older ones are in need of some TLC. The indoor pool and restaurant are decent, and access to facilities at two adjacent properties is a pro. Food here is solidly British, as are most of the guests, and the hotel is a favorite among older groups. For a funkier scene, check out the downtown Hotel Celebrity.
The mid-range Premier Inn Bournemouth Central Hotel offers a good value in a 1930s Art Deco building that's adjacent to the Bournemouth Pavilion and Grosvenor Casino. It’s also a short walk from the beach, town center, and the Bournemouth International Centre. Amenities are somewhat limited, but it does have meeting space, free Wi-Fi, a cozy lounge, and Thyme British Bar & Grill. Rooms are clean and comfortably sized, with coffeemakers and nice bathrooms, but no mini-fridges. Some rooms have balconies that feature sweeping ocean views, but others overlook unattractive roofs and buildings. Rates don't include breakfast. For just a bit more, travelers attending events at the Bournemouth International Centre might consider the Park Central Hotel that’s adjacent to the Centre.
The mid-range Premier Inn Bournemouth Central Hotel offers a good value in a 1930s Art Deco building that's adjacent to the Bournemouth Pavilion and Grosvenor Casino. It’s also a short walk from the beach, town center, and the Bournemouth International Centre. Amenities are somewhat limited, but it does have meeting space, free Wi-Fi, a cozy lounge, and Thyme British Bar & Grill. Rooms are clean and comfortably sized, with coffeemakers and nice bathrooms, but no mini-fridges. Some rooms have balconies that feature sweeping ocean views, but others overlook unattractive roofs and buildings. Rates don't include breakfast. For just a bit more, travelers attending events at the Bournemouth International Centre might consider the Park Central Hotel that’s adjacent to the Centre.
The Cumberland Hotel, a 170-room, three pearl property faces a beach on the English Channel in Bournemouth. While the beach is directly across a narrow road, it's a steep descend to the sand, so guests must walk a winding path or ride a small funicular down (for a fee). Art Deco details and splashy Hollywood Regency decor are found throughout the property. Rooms have bright and bold designs, and some have terraces with sea views. But furnishing show signs of wear, and bathrooms are merely functional. Beyond the beach, on-site facilities are rather extensive, including indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, and restaurants that offer poolside dining, afternoon tea, and Sunday "British roasts" in addition to the usual meals. For similar accommodations with more up-to-date rooms, travelers could consider Menzies East Cliff Court.
The Cumberland Hotel, a 170-room, three pearl property faces a beach on the English Channel in Bournemouth. While the beach is directly across a narrow road, it's a steep descend to the sand, so guests must walk a winding path or ride a small funicular down (for a fee). Art Deco details and splashy Hollywood Regency decor are found throughout the property. Rooms have bright and bold designs, and some have terraces with sea views. But furnishing show signs of wear, and bathrooms are merely functional. Beyond the beach, on-site facilities are rather extensive, including indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, and restaurants that offer poolside dining, afternoon tea, and Sunday "British roasts" in addition to the usual meals. For similar accommodations with more up-to-date rooms, travelers could consider Menzies East Cliff Court.
For travelers seeking to stay within walking distance to the beach, the mid-range Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments is a solid option. Set in a quiet, mostly residential neighborhood, it’s a four-minute walk to the waterfront. A strong set of amenities include indoor and outdoor pools, a restaurant, bar, spa, and function space that hosts lots of social events. Note that breakfast costs extra. Accommodations include spacious apartments with full kitchens in a separate building. Rooms are clean but dated and rather bland; they come with coffeemakers and free Wi-Fi, but no air-conditioning. Some feature balconies with lovely ocean views. For a modern hotel with similar rates that’s within walking distance to most attractions, travelers might consider the Premier Inn Bournemouth Central Hotel.
For travelers seeking to stay within walking distance to the beach, the mid-range Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments is a solid option. Set in a quiet, mostly residential neighborhood, it’s a four-minute walk to the waterfront. A strong set of amenities include indoor and outdoor pools, a restaurant, bar, spa, and function space that hosts lots of social events. Note that breakfast costs extra. Accommodations include spacious apartments with full kitchens in a separate building. Rooms are clean but dated and rather bland; they come with coffeemakers and free Wi-Fi, but no air-conditioning. Some feature balconies with lovely ocean views. For a modern hotel with similar rates that’s within walking distance to most attractions, travelers might consider the Premier Inn Bournemouth Central Hotel.
Located in the Lansdowne area close to the East Cliff, the mid-range Ramada Encore Bournemouth has a welcoming, though businessy, feel about it. In addition to its sunlit open-plan lobby, which is well-suited to casual meetings, the property has a 24-hour business center, a compact meeting room, and a coffee bar for fueling up between work sessions. Rooms are utilitarian-style, but clean and modern, and the aquamarine bathrooms are surprisingly chic. The hotel is near a bunch of chain restaurants, and a 10-minute walk from the beach. With 113 rooms over five floors, the Ramada Encore Bournemouth is a refreshing, chain hotel where guests can expect spotless rooms and efficient, friendly service.
Located in the Lansdowne area close to the East Cliff, the mid-range Ramada Encore Bournemouth has a welcoming, though businessy, feel about it. In addition to its sunlit open-plan lobby, which is well-suited to casual meetings, the property has a 24-hour business center, a compact meeting room, and a coffee bar for fueling up between work sessions. Rooms are utilitarian-style, but clean and modern, and the aquamarine bathrooms are surprisingly chic. The hotel is near a bunch of chain restaurants, and a 10-minute walk from the beach. With 113 rooms over five floors, the Ramada Encore Bournemouth is a refreshing, chain hotel where guests can expect spotless rooms and efficient, friendly service.
An upscale boutique hotel set in a large Victorian villa, the 32-room Green House is an eco-friendly retreat with chic modern decor that's just a 10-minute walk from the beach and attracts both tourist couples and business travelers. Touted as Britain's most eco-friendly hotel, the Green House goes above and beyond to be good to the environment, from the locally sourced cuisine to low-energy electrical outlets. The nature-themed guest rooms are thoughtfully and elegantly decorated, although it's worth mentioning that some are notably small. The on-site restaurant has won numerous awards and is a can't-miss destination in Bournemouth. The city center's shops, restaurants, and nightlife are a 15-minute walk away, and there's free parking at the hotel.
An upscale boutique hotel set in a large Victorian villa, the 32-room Green House is an eco-friendly retreat with chic modern decor that's just a 10-minute walk from the beach and attracts both tourist couples and business travelers. Touted as Britain's most eco-friendly hotel, the Green House goes above and beyond to be good to the environment, from the locally sourced cuisine to low-energy electrical outlets. The nature-themed guest rooms are thoughtfully and elegantly decorated, although it's worth mentioning that some are notably small. The on-site restaurant has won numerous awards and is a can't-miss destination in Bournemouth. The city center's shops, restaurants, and nightlife are a 15-minute walk away, and there's free parking at the hotel.
The 64-room Best Western Hotel Royale is a mid-range, privately owned property located in the leafy Bournemouth neighborhood of East Cliff. While the setting isn't seafront, there's plenty within walking distance, including the train station and the quieter part of Bournemouth's lovely sandy beach. Rooms are clean and well-equipped with flat-screen TVs and electric kettles -- though a little plain -- and some open to furnished balconies. The indoor heated swimming pool is impressive for a hotel of this ilk and the rear garden even makes a nice spot to sunbathe in the summer. Wi-Fi is free throughout. Overall, rates are average for the area and you can find rooms nearer the seafront for around the same price, though this is a pleasant pick.
The 64-room Best Western Hotel Royale is a mid-range, privately owned property located in the leafy Bournemouth neighborhood of East Cliff. While the setting isn't seafront, there's plenty within walking distance, including the train station and the quieter part of Bournemouth's lovely sandy beach. Rooms are clean and well-equipped with flat-screen TVs and electric kettles -- though a little plain -- and some open to furnished balconies. The indoor heated swimming pool is impressive for a hotel of this ilk and the rear garden even makes a nice spot to sunbathe in the summer. Wi-Fi is free throughout. Overall, rates are average for the area and you can find rooms nearer the seafront for around the same price, though this is a pleasant pick.
This upscale, 56-room chain hotel, located in an historic building, is a cozy place to stay just a few blocks from Bournemouth's beach. Renovated in 2013, the hotel's interiors are elegant and refined, with subtle Art Deco furnishings and some original features. There are two high-end restaurants, and the excellent spa and indoor swimming pool attract many guests. Bournemouth's beach and town center are each a 10-minute walk away, and the hotel also offers free parking, which can be hard to come by in this town. Rooms are simply and elegantly decorated, although many are on the small side. While it's not right in the town center, the hotel's rates offer good value for those who will make use of the on-site facilities.
This upscale, 56-room chain hotel, located in an historic building, is a cozy place to stay just a few blocks from Bournemouth's beach. Renovated in 2013, the hotel's interiors are elegant and refined, with subtle Art Deco furnishings and some original features. There are two high-end restaurants, and the excellent spa and indoor swimming pool attract many guests. Bournemouth's beach and town center are each a 10-minute walk away, and the hotel also offers free parking, which can be hard to come by in this town. Rooms are simply and elegantly decorated, although many are on the small side. While it's not right in the town center, the hotel's rates offer good value for those who will make use of the on-site facilities.