# 86 Family-friendly hotels in Bournemouth (2026)

> 86 family-friendly hotels in Bournemouth, best reviewed first — including Cliff House Hotel. Ratings, locations and details.

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86 listed · best reviewed first

Updated 31 August 2026 · Ratings from Google · [All hotels and B&Bs in Bournemouth](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels)

[Dog-friendly 15](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/dog-friendly) [Families 86](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/family-friendly) [4-5 star 6](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/four-and-five-star)

[New Milton Cliff House Hotel ★ 4.6 (1,498) A 12-room hotel on Belle Vue Road, Bournemouth, with sea views and free parking, close to golf, cycling and the seafront.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/cliff-house-hotel) [Bournemouth The Spyglass & Kettle by Greene King Inns ★ 4.1 (2,828) A pub-hotel on Stourwood Avenue in Bournemouth, minutes from Boscombe Pier and the coastal path, with 8 rooms and free parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-spyglass-kettle-by-greene-king-inns) [Bournemouth Village Hotel Bournemouth ★ 4.2 (2,301) Village Hotel Bournemouth at Wessex Fields offers 116 spacious en-suite rooms plus a 25-metre pool and gym, close to the Dorset coast.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/village-hotel-bournemouth) [Bournemouth Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel ★ 4.1 (2,121) A large clifftop hotel in Bournemouth suited to families and couples wanting sea-view rooms, an outdoor pool and easy beach access.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/bournemouth-highcliff-marriott-hotel) [Bournemouth Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth ★ 4.3 (1,404) A 120-room Hampton by Hilton in Bournemouth, minutes from the beach and town centre, with a breakfast spread that covers vegan and gluten-free diets.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/hampton-by-hilton-bournemouth) [Bournemouth The Cumberland Hotel - OCEANA COLLECTION ★ 4.0 (2,233) On Bournemouth's East Cliff near the seafront, this 108-room hotel offers sea-view rooms, a heated outdoor pool and hearty buffet breakfasts.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-cumberland-hotel-oceana-collection) [Bournemouth The Pavilion Arms ★ 4.4 (1,042) A 10-room hotel on Wimborne Road, Bournemouth, close to the New Forest National Park and about 1.5 miles from the town centre.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-pavilion-arms) [Bournemouth Premier Inn Bournemouth Central ★ 4.1 (1,673) Premier Inn Bournemouth Central offers 120 en-suite rooms, some with sea views, moments from the beach, pier and shops.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/premier-inn-bournemouth-central) [Bournemouth Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel and Spa ★ 4.2 (1,382) A 53-room hotel on West Hill Road, Bournemouth, an easy walk from the pier and beaches, with pool, spa and sauna on site.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/best-western-plus-the-connaught-hotel-and-spa) [Bournemouth Marsham Court Hotel ★ 4.3 (1,141) Dog-friendly clifftop hotel overlooking the beach and pier, with an outdoor pool and family and sea-view rooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/marsham-court-hotel) [Bournemouth Miramar Hotel Bournemouth ★ 4.3 (985) Traditional clifftop hotel on East Overcliff Drive with sea-view rooms, gardens and a sun deck, close to the pier and Oceanarium.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/miramar-hotel-bournemouth) [Bournemouth Hotel Miramar ★ 4.3 (984) Hotel Miramar on East Overcliff Drive in Bournemouth is a short stroll from the beach and clifftop paths, with parking on site.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/hotel-miramar) [Bournemouth The Hop Inn ★ 4.0 (1,585) Pub-hotel on West Cliff Road in Bournemouth, close to the seafront, known for hearty English breakfasts and steak and ale pie.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-hop-inn) [Bournemouth Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments Alum Chine ★ 4.2 (1,007) A 75-room hotel near Alum Chine beach in Bournemouth, with an indoor pool and spa but some noticeably dated rooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/riviera-hotel-holiday-apartments-alum-chine) [Bournemouth The Applewood Hotel ★ 4.6 (535) An 18-room hotel on Durley Road in Bournemouth, an easy walk from the beach and town centre, with free on-site parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-applewood-hotel) [Bournemouth Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel ★ 3.8 (1,938) A West Cliff hotel on Durley Chine Road in Bournemouth, close to the Dorset coast, with a spa, gym and indoor pool as its standout draw.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/bournemouth-west-cliff-hotel) [Bournemouth Urban Beach Hotel ★ 4.4 (668) A relaxed 12-room Bournemouth hotel with a bistro and bar, offering modern rooms just off Argyll Road with free parking and Wi-Fi.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/urban-beach-hotel) [Bournemouth The Norfolk Royale Hotel ★ 4.1 (1,072) 95 spacious en-suite rooms, some with fridges, in a Bournemouth hotel on Richmond Hill near the beach and town centre.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-norfolk-royale-hotel) [Bournemouth The Orchid Hotel ★ 4.3 (748) A Bournemouth town-centre hotel on Gervis Road known for hearty full English breakfasts and homemade afternoon tea cakes, near the beach.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-orchid-hotel) [Bournemouth Hotel Collingwood BW Signature Collection ★ 4.2 (830) Hotel Collingwood is a 53-room hotel in Bournemouth with a restaurant, bar and breakfast, plus a pool and spa a short walk from the beach.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/hotel-collingwood-bw-signature-collection) [Bournemouth Holiday Inn Bournemouth ★ 4.3 (698) A short walk from Bournemouth's beach and town centre, this 113-room Holiday Inn offers straightforward comfort with on-site parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/holiday-inn-bournemouth) [Bournemouth Premier Inn Bournemouth Westbourne ★ 3.8 (1,491) Premier Inn Bournemouth Westbourne is a 168-room hotel on Poole Road, close to Bournemouth Beach, the pier and Westbourne village shops.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/premier-inn-bournemouth-westbourne) [Bournemouth The Durley Dean Hotel ★ 3.7 (1,805) A 115-room hotel on West Cliff Road in Bournemouth, a short walk from the beach and town centre, with a pool, gym and spa.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-durley-dean-hotel) [Bournemouth Hermitage Hotel ★ 4.0 (975) Recently refurbished 79-room hotel opposite the BIC, a short walk from the beach and Lower Gardens.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/hermitage-hotel-bournemouth) [Bournemouth Bournemouth Carlton Hotel By Sunday ★ 3.8 (1,320) Seafront hotel on Bournemouth's East Overcliff with a good breakfast spread, indoor pool and easy walks to the pier and beach.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/bournemouth-carlton-hotel-by-sunday) [Bournemouth Queens Hotel and Spa ★ 3.6 (1,695) A relaxed choice for spa breaks and weekends away, Queens Hotel and Spa sits close to Bournemouth with a pool, jacuzzi and 109 rooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/queens-hotel-and-spa) [Bournemouth Elstead Hotel ★ 3.8 (1,131) A 50-room hotel on East Cliff's Knyveton Road in Bournemouth, a short walk from the beach, with a pool, spa and gym on-site.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/elstead-hotel) [Bournemouth Hotel Celebrity ★ 3.8 (1,131) A 59-room hotel on Gervis Road in Bournemouth, with en-suite air-conditioned rooms and drinks served right to your door.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/hotel-celebrity) [Bournemouth Park Central Hotel ★ 4.2 (555) A modern hotel on Exeter Road in central Bournemouth, handy for Dorset's attractions and with a restaurant, bar and lift on site.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/park-central-hotel) [Bournemouth The Grove Hotel ★ 4.5 (338) An adults-only hotel with 30 rooms in Bournemouth, a short walk from the seafront and town centre, with garden and bar.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-grove-hotel) [Bournemouth Royal Exeter Hotel ★ 4.0 (665) A grand-fronted Bournemouth hotel on Exeter Road, with 54 rooms and a short stroll to the beach and town centre.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/royal-exeter-hotel) [Bournemouth Suncliff Hotel ★ 3.6 (1,365) A 99-room hotel on East Overcliff Drive in Bournemouth, with an indoor pool, sauna and gym just off the seafront.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/suncliff-hotel) [Bournemouth Bournemouth Sands Hotel ★ 4.2 (482) A West Cliff Gardens hotel in Bournemouth with a games room and evening entertainment, though some rooms show their age.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/bournemouth-sands-hotel) [Bournemouth Royal Bath Hotel Bournemouth ★ 3.2 (3,231) Large hotel on Bath Road, Bournemouth, close to the seafront with sea views, a spa and 200 rooms across five floors.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/royal-bath-hotel-bournemouth) [Bournemouth Premier Inn Bournemouth East Boscombe ★ 4.1 (535) Premier Inn Bournemouth East Boscombe pairs a hearty on-site breakfast with easy beach access on Christchurch Road, near Boscombe Pier.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/premier-inn-bournemouth-east-boscombe) [Bournemouth The Ashleigh ★ 4.7 (234) A 10-room guest house on Southcote Road, close to central Bournemouth and within reach of the New Forest, with a genuinely warm welcome for dogs.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-ashleigh) [Bournemouth Tregonholme Hotel ★ 4.8 (205) A Tregonwell Road hotel in Bournemouth, minutes from the town centre and seafront, known for spotless en-suite rooms and a hearty cooked breakfast.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/tregonholme-hotel) [Bournemouth Washington House Hotel ★ 4.5 (254) Small 13-room hotel in Bournemouth with its own restaurant and bar, free parking, and a short walk to the beach and town centre.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/washington-house-hotel) [Bournemouth Ocean Beach Hotel & Spa ★ 3.6 (988) Large East Cliff hotel with sea views, indoor and outdoor pools, a spa and Italian cafe, a short walk from the pier.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/ocean-beach-hotel-and-spa) [Bournemouth Chine Hotel ★ 4.1 (381) Traditional 79-room hotel in Bournemouth with a restaurant, bar and breakfast, plus indoor and outdoor pools and a garden setting.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/chine-hotel) [Bournemouth Bournemouth East Cliff Hotel ★ 3.6 (826) A 67-room hotel on East Overcliff Drive, Bournemouth, within walking distance of the pier, beaches and Russell-Cotes Museum.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/bournemouth-east-cliff-hotel) [Bournemouth The Chocolate Box Hotel ★ 4.4 (239) A family-run Victorian B&B near Bournemouth seafront, with breakfast included, free parking and relaxed en-suite rooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-chocolate-box-hotel) [Bournemouth Trouville Hotel ★ 3.5 (955) Art Deco hotel near the Bournemouth International Centre, with an indoor pool, fitness suite and 81 en-suite bedrooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/trouville-hotel) [Bournemouth Kingsley Hotel ★ 4.8 (147) A well-kept guest hotel on Glen Road in Bournemouth, offering spacious en-suite rooms and a generous cooked breakfast close to the coast.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/kingsley-hotel) [Bournemouth Cecil Court Hotel ★ 4.1 (318) Cecil Court Hotel is a 19-room townhouse hotel on Durley Road in Bournemouth, with a relaxed bar and garden patio just a couple of miles from the seafront.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/cecil-court-hotel) [Bournemouth The Lodge At Meyrick Park Guest House ★ 4.3 (237) Guest house beside Meyrick Park golf course in Bournemouth, with an indoor pool, gym and spa for guests who want more than just a bed.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-lodge-at-meyrick-park-guest-house) [Bournemouth Tower House Hotel ★ 4.7 (135) Tower House Hotel on West Cliff Gardens in Bournemouth offers free on-site parking, a rare find this close to the town centre.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/tower-house-hotel) [Bournemouth Carrington House Hotel Bournemouth ★ 3.0 (2,112) A large budget-friendly hotel between Bournemouth town centre and Boscombe, with an indoor pool and free parking close to the beach.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/carrington-house-hotel-bournemouth) [Bournemouth Laguna Hotel ★ 3.3 (1,040) A budget-friendly Bournemouth hotel with breakfast included, an indoor pool and free parking, close to the beach and local restaurants.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/laguna-hotel) [Bournemouth Heathlands Hotel Bournemouth ★ 3.1 (1,548) A budget-friendly base for families and groups near Bournemouth Pier, with 130 rooms and simple, good-value comforts.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/heathlands-hotel-bournemouth) [Bournemouth Denewood Hotel - Guest Accomodation ★ 4.4 (173) A 12-room guest accommodation on Sea Road, Bournemouth, offering free parking, WiFi and breakfast within easy reach of the beach.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/denewood-hotel-guest-accomodation) [Bournemouth Chelsea Hotel ★ 4.5 (153) Budget hotel on St Swithuns Road, Bournemouth, with bright colourful rooms, some sharing bathrooms, and a cosy bar downstairs.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/chelsea-hotel) [Bournemouth Lea Hurst B and B ★ 4.6 (129) A no-fuss, family-run B&B on Frances Road in Bournemouth, good for budget-minded travellers who want free parking and a full English included.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/lea-hurst-b-and-b) [Bournemouth The Ravensbourne Hotel ★ 4.6 (127) A small 11-room hotel in Bournemouth suited to couples and low-key breaks, near Westbourne's shops and the coast, with free parking.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-ravensbourne-hotel) [Bournemouth Piccadilly Hotel ★ 3.9 (282) A traditional Bournemouth hotel on Bath Road with a ballroom and dancing lessons, close to the beach and town attractions.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/piccadilly-hotel) [Bournemouth The Chocolate Boutique Hotel ★ 4.2 (187) Chocolate-themed boutique hotel in Bournemouth, near the seafront, with a resident chocolatier and 15 individually styled rooms.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-chocolate-boutique-hotel) [Bournemouth The Mayfair Hotel - OCEANA COLLECTION ★ 3.7 (342) A Bath Road hotel close to Bournemouth's seafront and town centre, with a garden, restaurant and bar on site.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-mayfair-hotel-oceana-collection) [Bournemouth The Yenton Hotel ★ 4.4 (134) A 14-room hotel on Gervis Road, Bournemouth, within walking distance of the town centre, with free on-site parking and a garden.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/the-yenton-hotel) [Bournemouth Dolphins Hotel ★ 4.6 (107) A straightforward budget-friendly base on Tregonwell Road, Bournemouth, well suited to families and couples wanting easy seafront access.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/dolphins-hotel) [Bournemouth Southernhay Guest House ★ 4.8 (86) A relaxed guest house on Alum Chine Road, Bournemouth, suited to travellers who want a homely base near the beach without the fuss of a big hotel.](https://staycation.co.uk/bournemouth/hotels/southernhay-guest-house)

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How many family-friendly hotels are there in Bournemouth?+

We list 86 in Bournemouth. The best-reviewed are shown first.

Which family-friendly hotels in Bournemouth are best reviewed?+

By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: Cliff House Hotel (4.6/5, 1,498 reviews), The Spyglass & Kettle by Greene King Inns (4.1/5, 2,828 reviews) and Village Hotel Bournemouth (4.2/5, 2,301 reviews).

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