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Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
Room clean .No charging points on sockets for phones etc. Staff generally helpful and well turned out. Food: gtasty and well presented and reasonably priced BUT only scrambled eggs on the breakfast menu!!! The help yourself breakfast menu is NOT appreciated by most guests in my experience. The toaster ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Laguna Hotel
The room was clean, although the bathroom was on the small size. Didn’t use the swimming pool as It was too busy for the time we wanted to go. The car didn’t have much selection of beers on tap, but most Hotels don’t for some reason.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Forest Park Country Hotel & Inn, Brockenhurst, New Forest
Lovely decoration and room setup. The only small issue is toilet is small and not completely private.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

The Cliff House Hotel
Couldn’t wish for anything more for a one night stay. The room was clean, bed was comfortable. The young staff were efficient and friendly. The food was of a good standard. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Alum Chine Beach House

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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 seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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

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

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 top-notch restaurants.

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

From Bournemouth: Jurassic Coast & Isle of Purbeck Day Tour

Dorset Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (7 Day Pass) UK
- New Forest National Park
- Durdle Door
- Poole Harbour
- Bournemouth Beach
- Bournemouth International Centre
- Corfe Castle
- Bournemouth Pier
- Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre
- Monkey World Ape Rescue Center
- O2 Academy Bournemouth
- Lulworth Cove Beach
- Studland Beach and Nature Reserve
- Oceanarium
- Parley Manor
- Avon Beach





