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Laguna Hotel
Don't have breakfast parking excellent
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Bournemouth East Cliff by Belvilla
The staff (Jamal) were friendly and welcoming. The hotel however is tired and requires a makeover and updating.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

The Durley Dean Hotel
Lovely staff as always. A few issues in our rooms (tv remote missing, wall lamp not working). Good breakfast, fresh and tasty. Excellent bar menu, very good smoked salmon sandwiches!
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

The Cliff House Hotel
Excellent from check in and having my bag carried upstairs to my room, and check out after an excellent breakfast. The hotel is within walking distance to the beach with fab views. 4 minute walk to co op for room snacks. The menu was great and
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026

The Boho - Large house - 4 min walk Town/Beach
Good customer care
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

Stunning Waterside Cottage in Poole Harbour
Great location, an easy stroll into Poole and great local restaurants and bars, loved reading upstairs and watching the boats sail past, so relaxing. Lovely welcome hamper, and enjoyed the tea and cookies in the garden, just great. had an issue with fining the thermostat, but Andy was straight on ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit

Poole Harbour
Visit a forested part of this harbor’s archipelago after strolling along the charming promenade full of restaurants, pubs and boutiques.

Sandbanks Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sandbanks Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sandbanks. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Poole Quay
Explore the waterfront in Poole with a trip to Poole Quay. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

RNLI College
Enjoy the student vibe at RNLI College as part of your travels around Poole. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Brownsea Castle
Ride a ferry to a forested island. Observe colorful peacocks and playful red squirrels beside this grand castle from the 1500s.

Compton Acres
The fine historic gardens of late Victorian mixed style were set up in the early 20th century. Peruse the range of exotic sections remaining today.
Things to do

From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

Bournemouth Oceanarium Ticket

Bournemouth Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK

Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Bournemouth

Bournemouth Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour
- New Forest National Park
- Bournemouth Beach
- Poole Harbour
- Bournemouth International Centre
- Corfe Castle
- Monkey World Ape Rescue Center
- Durdle Door Beach
- Wimborne Minster
- Yarmouth Isle-of-Wight Ferry Terminal
- Lulworth Cove Beach
- Lymington Pier Ferry Port
- O2 Academy Bournemouth
- Bournemouth University
- Southbourne Beach
- Studland Beach and Nature Reserve
- Bournemouth Lower Gardens
- Oceanarium
- Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum




