Southbourne
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Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Our room overlooked the beach, it was clean and pleasant but there are no drawers to put clothes in.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
Dissapointing there is no fried eggs at breakfast.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Laguna Hotel
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Reviewed on 13 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

Sandy Haven
Popular places to visit

Bournemouth Beach
Stroll along miles of England’s southern coast and stop at the fun parks and activity centers along the way.

Bournemouth International Centre
Go to a performance, conference, exhibition or other event at this large venue, which sits on the beautiful coast of Bournemouth.

Bournemouth Pier
Zipline from a tall tower on the pier over the waves of the sea and down to the beach from this pier’s exhilarating activity center.

Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre
Treat yourself to a night of early 20th-century-style grandeur at this opulent and historic theater, where you can see everything from dramas to concerts.

Bournemouth University
Best known for its media programs that have trained Oscar winners, one of the U.K.’s “new universities” straddles Bournemouth with two campuses.

Southbourne Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Southbourne Beach during your trip to Bournemouth? Wander through the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in this family-friendly area.
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

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

E-Bike excursion to Harrys Rock or Corfé Castle
- New Forest National Park
- Bournemouth Beach
- Poole Harbour
- Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World
- Bournemouth International Centre
- Corfe Castle
- Monkey World Ape Rescue Center
- Bournemouth Pier
- Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre
- New Forest Wildlife Park
- O2 Academy Bournemouth
- Studland Beach and Nature Reserve
- Oceanarium
- Exbury Gardens and Steam Railway
- Bournemouth Lower Gardens



