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Washington House Hotel

Bournemouth City Centre, Bournemouth

Washington House Hotel offers boutique accommodation in a Grade-II-listed Victorian Villa in central Bournemouth. It has free parking and is 5 minutes' walk from the beach and pier.

M
Marc
From
Spain
Nice room and hotel. Very clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,602 reviews
Price from
US$78.34
1 night, 2 adults

Little Robin Gate - Free Parking - Central - 10 min Walk to Train Station

Bournemouth

Comfortable Accommodation: Little Robin Gate in Bournemouth offers adults-only rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and parquet floors.

P
Pat
From
Spain
Everything was perfect in the room and with the host and information
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews
Price from
US$91.71
1 night, 2 adults

Cosy Bee

Bournemouth

Located in Bournemouth within 2.9 km of Eastcliff Beach and 4.3 km of Bournemouth International Centre, Cosy Bee provides rooms with free WiFi.

L
LuthandoGoup
From
United Kingdom
facilities are new, clean and fast wi-fi
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews
Price from
US$101.30
1 night, 2 adults

Cloud9 Guest House - by Coastline Retreats - Newly Renovated, Beautiful Ensuite Rooms Near Seafront in Town Centre, Netflix, SuperFast WiFi, Communal Kitchen

Bournemouth City Centre, Bournemouth

In the Bournemouth City Centre district of Bournemouth, close to Bournemouth International Centre, Cloud9 Guest House - by Coastline Retreats - Newly Renovated, Beautiful Ensuite Rooms Near Seafront...

P
Peter
From
Australia
Great location. Very responsive host. Beautiful fittings.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews
Price from
US$182.78
1 night, 2 adults

The Ravensbourne Hotel

Boscombe, Bournemouth

Just an 8-minute walk to Bournemouth’s seafront and surf reef, The Ravensbourne Hotel features free WiFi and a pleasant garden with seating area. The town centre can be reached in 10 minutes by bus.

M
Matheson
From
Jersey
Clean, comfortable, pleasant stay. Thank you.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews
Price from
US$121.56
1 night, 2 adults

Balincourt

Boscombe, Bournemouth

Just a 15-minute stroll from Bournemouth Beach, Balincourt is an award-winning guest house offering 5-star rooms and hearty breakfasts. The Victorian house is half a mile from Bournemouth Station.

w
william
From
Ireland
The location was very central,close to the beach and town centre and the breakfasts were delicious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 930 reviews
Price from
US$148.58
1 night, 2 adults

Ensuite guest room - Private entrance, no pets

Boscombe, Bournemouth

Boasting garden views, Ensuite guest room - Private entrance, no pets features accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 4.4 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

L
Louise
From
United Kingdom
Lovely cosy room, Brendan was a great host and Cody the dog is adorable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$72.94
1 night, 2 adults

Commodore Hotel by Greene King Inns

Boscombe, Bournemouth

Located on the cliff tops at Southbourne, next to the cliff lifts and Fisherman's Walk, all rooms offer fantastic sea views. It is close to the New Forest and Bournemouth town centre.

b
bert
From
Netherlands
the food was very good. on the room i had some trouble with charging my mobile phone. after asking at the reception they take concern of it and they manage the charging. example of the friendly service
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,027 reviews
Price from
US$72.94
1 night, 2 adults

Boscombe Reef Hotel

Boscombe, Bournemouth

Boscombe Reef Hotel is 400 metres and a 5 minute stroll to Boscombe Pier and the golden beaches of Bournemouth and Boscombe.

D
Denise2023
From
Canada
Room was excellent, exceeded my expectations. The breakfast, although simple was a nice touch as well!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 345 reviews
Price from
US$162.08
1 night, 2 adults

The Lily Pad near Poole Dorset Self contained private entrance and free parking

Poole (Near Bournemouth)

Offering quiet street views, The Lily Pad near Poole Dorset Self contained private entrance and free parking is an accommodation set in Poole, 12 km from Sandbanks and 13 km from Bournemouth...

E
Elizabeth
From
France
very clean bed comfy wifi excellent
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews
Price from
US$75.37
1 night, 2 adults
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Washington House Hotel

Bournemouth City Centre, Bournemouth

Washington House Hotel offers boutique accommodation in a Grade-II-listed Victorian Villa in central Bournemouth. It has free parking and is 5 minutes' walk from the beach and pier.

M
Marc
From
Spain
Nice room and hotel. Very clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,602 reviews
Price from
US$78.34
1 night, 2 adults

Little Robin Gate - Free Parking - Central - 10 min Walk to Train Station

Bournemouth

Comfortable Accommodation: Little Robin Gate in Bournemouth offers adults-only rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and parquet floors.

P
Pat
From
Spain
Everything was perfect in the room and with the host and information
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews
Price from
US$91.71
1 night, 2 adults

Cosy Bee

Bournemouth

Located in Bournemouth within 2.9 km of Eastcliff Beach and 4.3 km of Bournemouth International Centre, Cosy Bee provides rooms with free WiFi.

L
LuthandoGoup
From
United Kingdom
facilities are new, clean and fast wi-fi
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews
Price from
US$101.30
1 night, 2 adults

Cloud9 Guest House - by Coastline Retreats - Newly Renovated, Beautiful Ensuite Rooms Near Seafront in Town Centre, Netflix, SuperFast WiFi, Communal Kitchen

Bournemouth City Centre, Bournemouth

In the Bournemouth City Centre district of Bournemouth, close to Bournemouth International Centre, Cloud9 Guest House - by Coastline Retreats - Newly Renovated, Beautiful Ensuite Rooms Near Seafront...

P
Peter
From
Australia
Great location. Very responsive host. Beautiful fittings.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews
Price from
US$182.78
1 night, 2 adults

The Ravensbourne Hotel

Boscombe, Bournemouth

Just an 8-minute walk to Bournemouth’s seafront and surf reef, The Ravensbourne Hotel features free WiFi and a pleasant garden with seating area. The town centre can be reached in 10 minutes by bus.

M
Matheson
From
Jersey
Clean, comfortable, pleasant stay. Thank you.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews
Price from
US$121.56
1 night, 2 adults

Balincourt

Boscombe, Bournemouth

Just a 15-minute stroll from Bournemouth Beach, Balincourt is an award-winning guest house offering 5-star rooms and hearty breakfasts. The Victorian house is half a mile from Bournemouth Station.

w
william
From
Ireland
The location was very central,close to the beach and town centre and the breakfasts were delicious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 930 reviews
Price from
US$148.58
1 night, 2 adults

Ensuite guest room - Private entrance, no pets

Boscombe, Bournemouth

Boasting garden views, Ensuite guest room - Private entrance, no pets features accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 4.4 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

L
Louise
From
United Kingdom
Lovely cosy room, Brendan was a great host and Cody the dog is adorable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$72.94
1 night, 2 adults

Commodore Hotel by Greene King Inns

Boscombe, Bournemouth

Located on the cliff tops at Southbourne, next to the cliff lifts and Fisherman's Walk, all rooms offer fantastic sea views. It is close to the New Forest and Bournemouth town centre.

b
bert
From
Netherlands
the food was very good. on the room i had some trouble with charging my mobile phone. after asking at the reception they take concern of it and they manage the charging. example of the friendly service
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,027 reviews
Price from
US$72.94
1 night, 2 adults

Boscombe Reef Hotel

Boscombe, Bournemouth

Boscombe Reef Hotel is 400 metres and a 5 minute stroll to Boscombe Pier and the golden beaches of Bournemouth and Boscombe.

D
Denise2023
From
Canada
Room was excellent, exceeded my expectations. The breakfast, although simple was a nice touch as well!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 345 reviews
Price from
US$162.08
1 night, 2 adults

The Lily Pad near Poole Dorset Self contained private entrance and free parking

Poole (Near Bournemouth)

Offering quiet street views, The Lily Pad near Poole Dorset Self contained private entrance and free parking is an accommodation set in Poole, 12 km from Sandbanks and 13 km from Bournemouth...

E
Elizabeth
From
France
very clean bed comfy wifi excellent
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews
Price from
US$75.37
1 night, 2 adults
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

Most booked guest houses in Bournemouth and surroundings in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 352 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 589 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,027 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bournemouth

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,602 reviews

Enjoy breakfast in Bournemouth and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews

Set in Christchurch and only 9.4 km from Bournemouth International Centre, The Studio Christchurch B&B Luxury Garden Room offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$162.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews

Boasting stylish, individually decorated rooms with free Wi-Fi, the 4-star Bamboo Guest House is located in the centre of Bournemouth.

Blue Palms

Bournemouth
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

The Blue Palms is only 0.5 miles from Bournemouth’s beaches and 5 minutes' walk from the Bournemouth International centre.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews

Ideally set right in the centre of Bournemouth, La Di Da Hotel beach town is a recently renovated guest house, offering free WiFi and private parking.

From US$256.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 450 reviews

This accommodation only Hotel was originally built in the late 19th century.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 352 reviews

Just a 5-minute walk from the BIC, The Hedley Townhouse offers elegant rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Bournemouth Pavilion and the seafront are only 5 minutes’ walk away.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 253 reviews

Perched on Bournemouth’s popular East Cliff, the East Cliff Cottage Hotel is just a few minutes’ walk from miles of golden beaches. It offers free WiFi and elegantly furnished rooms.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 651 reviews

Set in Bournemouth and only 1.4 km from Eastcliff Beach, The Cransley by Grandeur Property offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

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Cranborne House

Poole
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge and views of quiet street, Cranborne House is a guest house situated in a historic building in Poole, 1.5 km from Poole Beach.

From US$121.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews

Offering quiet street views, The Lily Pad near Poole Dorset Self contained private entrance and free parking is an accommodation set in Poole, 12 km from Sandbanks and 13 km from Bournemouth...

From US$75.37 per night

Kantara Guest House

Bournemouth
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Offering garden views, Kantara Guest House is an accommodation set in Bournemouth, 1.2 km from Eastcliff Beach and 2.2 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

Balincourt

Bournemouth
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 930 reviews

Just a 15-minute stroll from Bournemouth Beach, Balincourt is an award-winning guest house offering 5-star rooms and hearty breakfasts. The Victorian house is half a mile from Bournemouth Station.

Denewood Hotel

Bournemouth
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 693 reviews

Ideally situated to take advantage of the Bournemouth beaches which are only 500 yards away, this hotel offers bright and elegant rooms with private bathrooms.

From US$72.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews

5 min from the beach O2 academy shared kitchen, a property with a garden, is set in Bournemouth, 3.4 km from Bournemouth International Centre, 14 km from Poole Harbour, as well as 34 km from Monkey...

The Ravensbourne Hotel

Bournemouth
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews

Just an 8-minute walk to Bournemouth’s seafront and surf reef, The Ravensbourne Hotel features free WiFi and a pleasant garden with seating area. The town centre can be reached in 10 minutes by bus.

Kingsley Hotel

Bournemouth
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 589 reviews

This refurbished, non-smoking hotel is a short stroll away from the extensive sandy beaches, cliff top gardens and local bus service.

Highly rated guest houses in Bournemouth and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews

The Mariners Guest House features garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Poole, 1.7 km from Poole Beach.

From US$121.56 per night

Heronshaw House

Hurn
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Heronshaw House is located in Hurn, 11 km from Bournemouth International Centre and 19 km from Poole Harbour.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Boasting garden views, Ensuite guest room - Private entrance, no pets features accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 4.4 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews

Set 1.7 km from Poole Beach, 3.4 km from Poole Harbour and 7.3 km from Bournemouth International Centre, South Rising Guest House provides accommodation located in Poole.

Poole Park House

Poole
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 836 reviews

Boasting a shared lounge and views of city, Poole Park House is a recently renovated guest house situated in Poole, less than 1 km from Poole Beach.

Anchorage

Poole
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

Anchorage is set in Poole, 700 metres from Poole Beach, 1.4 km from Poole Harbour, and 9.2 km from Sandbanks.

Quayside Quarters

Poole
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews

Situated in Poole and only less than 1 km from Poole Beach, Quayside Quarters features accommodation with inner courtyard views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, The Perk Inn, Cosy & Secluded Garden Lodge is located in Poole, 6.3 km from Poole Harbour and 11 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

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Avg. price/night: US$254.31
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews
The hotel is a charming boutique establishment with a great location, within walking distance to the beach and shops. The room and bathroom were clean and tidy. I stayed for one night and had a good experience.
Guest review by
Aysel
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$91.85
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews
Nice quiet room, comfortable bed, amiable host, ample parking and great location. Great weather too!
Guest review by
Paul
Young couple