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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.

Little Robin Gate is a beautiful and eclectic property. It's a renovated 1930s house that the owner, David, lovingly restored. I had everything I needed for my stay and then some. The gardens and the exterior are peaceful and stately. The interior is immaculate and very comfortable. Additionally, there are bits of whimsy scattered throughout.

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9.7
Exceptional
166 reviews
Price from
US$142
per night

1.5 km from Boscombe Beach, Amarillo Guesthouse provides a recently renovated 4-star accommodation in the Boscombe district of Bournemouth. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.4 km from Eastcliff Beach, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi. Westcliff Beach is 2 km away and Bournemouth International Centre is 2.3 km from the bed and breakfast.

Hosts Ged and Jane were very welcoming and friendly. Decor is fabulous. Great location. Facilities top class.

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9.4
Superb
253 reviews
Price from
US$95
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.

Comfortable room, modern shower room. Very welcoming hosts. Excellent location,walking distance to beach, shops and restaurants. Freshly cooked breakfast in addition to fresh fruit, juices, yoghurt and cereals. Highly recommend.

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9.2
Superb
317 reviews
Price from
US$91
per night

Alexander Lodge is a traditional Edwardian Guest House offering bed and breakfast accommodation on a quiet, tree-lined road in Southbourne, Bournemouth. The clifftop, award winning Blue Flag beaches and a wide variety of shops, restaurants and cafes are all only 2 minutes walk away.

The food was excellent and well cooked and served nice and hot.

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9.6
Exceptional
165 reviews
Price from
US$121
per night

With free WiFi, this guest house provides a satellite flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and microwave. Towels and bed linen are provided in the guest house.

Sandbanks is 12 km from the guest house, while Poole Harbour is 14 km away. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 9 km from The smaller new refurbished room 5 min from beach/parking in Guests house..

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
61 reviews
Price from
US$67
per night

A recently renovated guest house set in Bournemouth, 5 min from the beach, en suite, parking in Guest house features a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 300 metres from Eastcliff Beach.

Very comfortable room and surpassed expectations

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9.2
Superb
13 reviews
Price from
US$67
per night

Set in Bournemouth, 430 metres from Boscombe Beach, Seaside Florence guest house features views of the city. The property is around 2.9 km from Bournemouth International Centre, 2.5 km from Grosvenor Casino Bournemouth and 5 km from Talbot Campus Bournemouth University. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are offered.

It was very clean and comfortable. I particularly liked the location, very close to the beach and city center. The flat itself was really beautiful, with mirrors everywhere and a great garden for really amazing pictures. Overall, Inga is a very friendly and warm host.

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9.1
Superb
53 reviews
Price from
US$84
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.

Each of the bright and cosy rooms at The Rosscourt offers a flat-screen TV, and Wi-Fi is available. Guests can also make use of tea/coffee-making facilities and hairdryers.

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
98 reviews
Price from
US$95
per night

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.

We have large, attractive rooms which all have TVs, free Wifi, a hospitality tray including biscuits and water. Due to such low demand we are no longer serving breakfast at the hotel.

I booked this for my mum and Marie and the rest of the family were amazing! My mum loved it and said everything was exceptional! I want to personally thank Marie for being excellent to deal with super friendly and just really nice!

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8.6
Fabulous
1,660 reviews
Price from
US$86
per night

Situated a 13-minute walk from Bournemouth Railway Station, town centre and beach, The Pavilion Arms offers free parking, free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, and a traditional pub offering freshly home cooked food.

The hotel was clean and had a welcoming feel about it. We ate in the bar and the food was amazing. The bar was busy with many people eating. Dogs are allowed in the bar area as long as off the carpet area. We would recommend the hotel and will use it again.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,111 reviews
Price from
US$121
per night

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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.
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  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 165 reviews
    A very comfortable and attractive guest house. Hosts have given much care and attention to detail ensuring an enjoyable stay. I felt pampered! A great balance of feeling homely yet luxurious. Breakfast was delicious with lots of choices. On a quiet attractive street but very close to beach/shops/eateries/buses. Good off street parking. Great location to explore from or simply enjoy local area. I highly recommend.
    Celia
    Solo traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 578 reviews
    Excellent value for money, Sue (the host ) was a lovely attentive and friendly lady, great breakfast with a good selection of fresh fruit, cereal, yoghurts and a very tasty full English, room was clean and recently decorated with it's own en-suite, great location near the sea, couldn't fault this hotel at all especially considering the price , would highly recommend
    Heathcock
    Solo traveller
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 70 reviews
    Good location and in easy reach of the seaside and city centre. Apartment was warm and generally comfy although felt a bit crowded for four people. Would be ideal for two travellers. Strong WiFi and neighbourhood seemed quiet. Near by streets offer free parking and we were lucky to get a spot throughout our stay. Easy communication with host and nice bathroom.
    Jana
    Family with young children
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 413 reviews
    A lovely quiet location close to both the seafront and the town centre. Very comfortable double room with all amenities needed. Very hospitable host with good choice of breakfasts. The host accommodated our early arrival. Would definitely recommend this bed and breakfast.
    Pauline
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 114 reviews
    A very comfortable, clean, quiet apartment. Great location! Very efficient host. We will definitely stay again.
    Sarah
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 144 reviews
    Near beaches and town centre. Very quiet and had everything we needed. Great host gave us all the info we needed too. Managed to get parking o the next road for under ten pounds for 24 hours so that was great for us.
    Tamara
    Family with young children
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 34 reviews
    I loved the bedrooms and en suite bathrooms. The downstairs was also fab. Really comfortable and a great location. Great host.
    Angela
    Group
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 685 reviews
    Very friendly and hospitable hosts. The room was clean and comfortable. Great location - the property is around 7 min away from the train station, yet in quiet neighborhood and close to the city center and the coast.
    Mariia
    Family with young children
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 317 reviews
    Everything. Clean,tidy,quiet,good food and great hosts in Darren and Nelia. One of the best Guest Houses we have stayed in and there have been many.
    Pam
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$125.72
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,332 reviews
    Great host great location near to beach and amenities quiet
    Gary
    Young couple

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