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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.

The bright bedrooms at the adults-only Balincourt are individually decorated, and each has a private modern bathroom with free toiletries. All rooms feature free Wi-Fi access and a TV with a DVD/CD player.

Our room was upgraded as they had a bigger room no being used which was nice, breakfast was lovely along with all the staff we met were all helpful and friendly, lovely location.

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9
Superb
1,145 reviews
Price from
US$156
per night

Featuring a garden and views of garden, Little Robin Gate - Free Parking - Central - 10 min Walk to Train Station is a recently renovated guest house set in Bournemouth, 1.8 km from Westcliff Beach. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

Immaculate through out Dave could not have been a better host happy days

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9.7
Exceptional
171 reviews
Price from
US$131
per night

Situated a mile from Bournemouth city centre, Southernhay Guest House features free on-site parking.

Free WiFi is available in each room at Southernhay, along with a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities.

I will go again it was really good for Money I spent Thanks

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9.2
Superb
310 reviews
Price from
US$80
per night

Just 600 metres from the sandy beach of Boscombe, this adult-only accommodation provides modern, light rooms with private bathrooms. The O2 Academy Bournemouth is just 5 minutes’ walk away from this guest accommodation.

The room was very clean, warm, cosy and homely which was lovely. Flat screen tv on the wall. Additional pillows with a selection of different types to suit everyone’s needs! (I haven’t come across this before so it really impressed me!) Debbie the host was so accommodating and friendly, genuinely would go above and beyond. It is very clear the pride she takes in this place and so she should! V

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9.3
Superb
103 reviews
Price from
US$95
per night

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



The pier, the shopping centre and Chine Gardens are within walking distance of the hotel which has a peaceful location within the Boscombe Manor area of Bournemouth.

All perfectly adequate and tasty. Good selection/choice

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9.3
Superb
579 reviews
Price from
US$51
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Comfortable for one cozy for two 5 min from the beach small room. Is located in Bournemouth, 600 metres from Boscombe Beach and 2.6 km from Southbourne Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 500 metres from Eastcliff Beach.

Beautifully appointed rooms, excellent hospitality from Inga, couldn't have wished for more!

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9.4
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
US$55
per night

The homestay is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the homestay.

Salisbury Cathedral is 42 km from the homestay, while Salisbury Train Station is 43 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 8 km from 83.

Quiet residential location, the room was comforable and the best thing is that we had our own private bathroom inside the bedroom. There are also a fridge and a microwave which come in handy. Would come back if we're in Bournemouth again!

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9.7
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
US$40
per night

At the homestay, units are equipped with a wardrobe. The homestay offers some units with city views, and all units include a kettle. At the homestay, every unit comes with bed linen and towels.

The homestay features a barbecue and a garden, which can be enjoyed by guests if the weather permits.

Clean beautiful house, amazing garden.

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9
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
US$146
per night

The smaller new refurbished room 5 min from beach/parking in Guests house., a property with a garden, is set in Bournemouth, 600 metres from Boscombe Beach, 2.6 km from Southbourne Beach, as well as 3.5 km from Bournemouth International Centre. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located 600 metres from Eastcliff Beach.

The room is small but this was advertised. Nonetheless it was an excellent room. The bed was comfortable and everything including the shared bathroom was clean. The room is in an apartment with shared amenities which were also clean and well kept. It is also very close to Boscombe beach as advertised. We enjoyed our stay. Thanks

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9.3
Superb
63 reviews
Price from
US$67
per night

Featuring accommodation with a terrace, 5 min from the beach, parking in Guest House is located in Bournemouth. Conveniently situated in the Boscombe district, this guest house provides a garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Eastcliff Beach is 600 metres away.

Lovely room that was extremely comfy. Had everything you will need and you could even stay for a week as they have everything to make you comfortable. The staff was so nice and had an adorable dog!

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9
Superb
42 reviews
Price from
US$70
per night

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  • Little Robin Gate - Free Parking - Central - 10 min Walk to Train Station
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 171 reviews

    Featuring a garden and views of garden, Little Robin Gate - Free Parking - Central - 10 min Walk to Train Station is a recently renovated guest house set in Bournemouth, 1.8 km from Westcliff Beach.

    Everything is super! Dave and Pumpkin are wonderful hosts!

  • Cransley Apart Hotel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 459 reviews

    Set in Bournemouth, within 2 km of Bournemouth Beach, Cransley Apart Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, and free WiFi.

    The room was lovely and clean n cosy, and garden was lovely 😍

  • The Ravensbourne Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 683 reviews

    Just an 8-minute walk to Bournemouth’s seafront and surf reef, The Ravensbourne Hotel features free WiFi, a TV lounge, and a garden with table tennis.

    All, the staff very kind, all details in the room.

  • Bamboo Guesthouse
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 517 reviews

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

    Really comfortable place, clean and excellent location!

  • East Cliff Cottage Hotel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 389 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.

    well conected and good room very good quality price

  • Commodore Hotel by Greene King Inns
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,163 reviews

    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.

    Good breakfast, friendly service. Clean room. Great view.

  • Balincourt
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,148 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.

    Lovely spacious rooms. Comfy beds. Great breakfast.

  • Southernhay Guest House
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 310 reviews

    Situated a mile from Bournemouth city centre, Southernhay Guest House features free on-site parking.

    Good room and breakfast friendly staff good breakfast

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  • Boscombe Reef Hotel
    Budget options available
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 495 reviews

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

    Ideal location for me.nice big room.comfortable bed.

  • The Charlesworth
    Budget options available
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 556 reviews

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

    Very close to local shops. Very close to the nearest beach.

  • A private & beautiful bedroom with shared bathroom in the heart of Bournemouth

    Offering a garden and garden view, A private & beautiful bedroom with shared bathroom in the heart of Bournemouth is set in Bournemouth, 11 km from Sandbanks and 13 km from Poole Harbour.

  • Minton Mews number 3
    Budget options available

    Offering a garden and garden view, Minton Mews number 3 is located in Bournemouth, 2 km from Eastcliff Beach and 2.7 km from Alum Chine beach.

  • Kingsley Hotel
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 579 reviews

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

    very good host , lovely lady . would return again without doubt.

  • Comfortable for one cozy for two 5 min from the beach small room.
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Comfortable for one cozy for two 5 min from the beach small room. Is located in Bournemouth, 600 metres from Boscombe Beach and 2.6 km from Southbourne Beach.

    Beautifully appointed rooms, excellent hospitality from Inga, couldn't have wished for more!

  • 83
    Budget options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Set in Bournemouth and only 9.2 km from Bournemouth International Centre, 83 offers accommodation with quiet street views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • The smaller new refurbished room 5 min from beach/parking in Guests house.
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 63 reviews

    The smaller new refurbished room 5 min from beach/parking in Guests house., a property with a garden, is set in Bournemouth, 600 metres from Boscombe Beach, 2.6 km from Southbourne Beach, as well as...

    Amazing hotel Very clean I come back next month

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  • The Rosscourt-Adults Only
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 103 reviews

    Just 600 metres from the sandy beach of Boscombe, this adult-only accommodation provides modern, light rooms with private bathrooms.

    Loved Debbie she was lovely and very welcoming and helpful 😊

  • Vernon Lodge Flat 2
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    Set in Bournemouth with Boscombe Beach and Eastcliff Beach nearby, Vernon Lodge Flat 2 offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Fantastic accommodation and lovely hosts, thank you very much for looking after my parents.

  • 5 min from the beach En suite room in Guest house
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 54 reviews

    Set in Bournemouth, 430 metres from Boscombe Beach, Seaside Florence guest house features views of the city.

    Very clean and tidy, extremely comfy bed, so friendly.

  • Rooms to stay in beautiful house in sunny Bournemouth
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    Situated in Bournemouth and only 3 km from Boscombe Beach, Rooms to stay in beautiful house in sunny Bournemouth features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Modern, spacious flat in the heart of Bournemouth.
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Set less than 1 km from Eastcliff Beach and a 13-minute walk from Alum Chine beach in the centre of Bournemouth, Modern, spacious flat in the heart of Bournemouth.

  • 5 min from the beach ,parking in Guest House
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 42 reviews

    Featuring accommodation with a terrace, 5 min from the beach, parking in Guest House is located in Bournemouth. Conveniently situated in the Boscombe district, this guest house provides a garden.

    Host was very friendly and helpful and the accommodation was spotless

  • Town centre White House
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 102 reviews

    A homestay nestled in the centre of Bournemouth, Town centre White House features private parking, free WiFi, a terrace and shared lounge.

    The room was luxurious and fantastic value for money

  • Seaside
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 18 reviews

    A recently renovated guest house set in Bournemouth, Seaside features a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Great facilities, lovely room, coffee machine was a plus, Parking

  • Coastline Retreats - Cloud9 Newly Renovated, Beautiful Ensuite Rooms Near Seafront in Town Centre, Netflix, SuperFast WiFi, Communal Kitchen
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 339 reviews

    Set within less than 1 km of Westcliff Beach and a 11-minute walk of Eastcliff Beach in the centre of Bournemouth, Coastline Retreats - Cloud9 Newly Renovated, Beautiful Ensuite Rooms Near Seafront in...

    Newly renovated, close to the town centre and beach

  • ElMurrs
    Central location
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 281 reviews

    Set in Bournemouth and only 2.5 km from Westcliff Beach, ElMurrs offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    the location is great and the place was impeccable

  • Washington House Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,661 reviews

    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.

    Lovely room very clean. Everything was as described

  • Denewood Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 721 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.

    The staff were incredible and the room was lovely.

  • The Hedley Townhouse
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 501 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.

    Clean comfortable and host very helpful and welcoming

  • Marques Sands Hotel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 164 reviews

    Marques Sands Hotel is a recently renovated guest house in the centre of Bournemouth, less than 1 km from Westcliff Beach and a 11-minute walk from Eastcliff Beach.

    Facilities were amazing and clean. Amazing value for money.

  • Smarty Angel
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Offering a private beach area and garden view, Smarty Angel is situated in Bournemouth, 6.6 km from Bournemouth International Centre and 14 km from Sandbanks.

  • Charminster Homestay
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 25 reviews

    Charminster Homestay, a property with a garden, is situated in Bournemouth, 2.9 km from Boscombe Beach, 3 km from Eastcliff Beach, as well as 3.3 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

    Everything was easy and simple, and the hosts were amazing

  • Blue Palms
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 46 reviews

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

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  • La Di Da Hotel beach town
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 88 reviews

    La Di Da Hotel beach town offers accommodation within 700 metres of the centre of Bournemouth, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a toaster.

    Very friendly host! Excellent,definitely visiting again!

  • Winton house home stay
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 130 reviews

    Set in Bournemouth, 3.9 km from Bournemouth International Centre, Winton house home stay offers accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, private check-in and check-out, and bicycle parking.

    Very clean. Hosts absolutely lovely. Very friendly.

  • Large En-suite by the Beach
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 48 reviews

    Large En-suite by the Beach features a patio and is located in Bournemouth, within just 1.4 km of Eastcliff Beach and 1.7 km of Southbourne Beach.

    Nice clean comfortable accommodation, good location

  • Spring Garden
    Central location
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 22 reviews

    Offering garden views, Spring Garden is an accommodation set in Bournemouth, 1.5 km from Boscombe Beach and 2.1 km from Eastcliff Beach.

    Beautiful people Beautiful experience Thank you so much 🙏

  • The Talbot
    Central location
    1.0
    Scored 1.0
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 1 review

    Situated in Bournemouth, 4.4 km from Bournemouth International Centre, The Talbot features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Room available for groups, close to beach and town

    Room available for groups, close to beach and town is set in the Boscombe district of Bournemouth, 1.4 km from Boscombe Beach, 2.1 km from Westcliff Beach and 2.4 km from Bournemouth International...

  • Cleddon
    Central location

    Cleddon in Bournemouth provides accommodation with free WiFi, 1.1 km from Eastcliff Beach, 1.8 km from Alum Chine beach and less than 1 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

  • Cleddon
    Central location

    Cleddon in Bournemouth features accommodation with free WiFi, 1.1 km from Eastcliff Beach, 1.8 km from Alum Chine beach and less than 1 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

  • Cleddon
    Central location

    Set in Bournemouth, just 1.1 km from Eastcliff Beach, Cleddon offers beachfront accommodation with free WiFi.

  • Winter Dene Hotel Beach side

    Located 800 metres from Alum Chine beach and less than 1 km from Westcliff Beach in the centre of Bournemouth, Winter Dene Hotel Beach side provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private...

  • Jessjoe
    Central location

    Jessjoe, a property with a garden, is located in Bournemouth, 6.6 km from Bournemouth International Centre, 14 km from Sandbanks, as well as 16 km from Poole Harbour.

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