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The Connaught Lodge

4.0 star property
4-star spa hotel near Bournemouth International Centre

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BBQ/picnic area
Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy
Indoor pool
2 bars/lounges
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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32 West Hill Road, Bournemouth, England, BH2 5PH
  • Place, Bournemouth Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bournemouth International Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(72 reviews)
  • City view
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Single Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Bournemouth

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Bournemouth City Centre hotel, you'll find Bournemouth International Centre and Bournemouth Beach. Bournemouth Lower Gardens and Durley Chine Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Bournemouth Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bournemouth International Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Oceanarium - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bournemouth Pier - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Branksome Station - 8 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brewhouse & Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Smokin' Aces - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Old Harry Rocks Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ojo Rojo - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Connaught Lodge

4-star spa hotel near Bournemouth International Centre
The Connaught Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 689 square feet (64 square meters) and includes a conference center. A fitness center, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the business-friendly The Connaught Lodge. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Bournemouth hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 689 sq ft of conference space
  • 64 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1906
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Connaught Lodge offers 26 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Bluewater Spa has 4 treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 12 per night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 to 17.50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 22 to September 23:
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 to 17.50 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 12 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Connaught Bournemouth
Connaught Lodge
Connaught Lodge Bournemouth
The Connaught Lodge Hotel
The Connaught Lodge Bournemouth
The Connaught Lodge Hotel Bournemouth

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Connaught Lodge to the airport?

The Connaught Lodge is 6.9 mi (14-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Connaught Lodge?

As of Jan 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Connaught Lodge on Feb 8, 2026 start from $60.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Connaught Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Connaught Lodge.

How close is The Connaught Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Bournemouth Beach and 9-minute walk from Durley Chine Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Connaught Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Connaught Lodge, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 17.50 and 17.50 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Connaught Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (12-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Connaught Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM.

Is there free parking at The Connaught Lodge?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 12 per night.

Does The Connaught Lodge have a pool?

The Connaught Lodge features an indoor pool.

Does The Connaught Lodge have a restaurant?

The Connaught Lodge is home to Blakes Brasserie, which features local cuisine, garden views, and al fresco dining. The dining venue(s) will be closed seasonally each year from September 22 to September 23.

Does The Connaught Lodge have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Bluewater Spa, where you can enjoy hot stone massages, body treatments, and body scrubs.

How close is The Connaught Lodge to downtown Bournemouth?

The Connaught Lodge is 0.3 mi away from Bournemouth.

The Connaught Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 318 out of 835 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 835 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 835 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 835 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 835 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Natalie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean and quiet. Staff were amazing and bar area and spa excellent. Room (in the lodge) a little dated and breakfast could have been hotter but overall would highly recommend. Staff were really lovely and helpful. Communal areas all more modern and stylish. Easy to walk to beach and into town. Parking. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jelena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the pool and sauna
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tiia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely staff, clean rooms and convenient location. Great basic gym and the spa facilities were an added luxury. The only negative was the breakfast - the toaster was set on so hing it burned the toast in one round and the healthy fresh options were non-exixtent. The breakfast is not worth paying for for any plant-based people.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Some Bath water leaked on to floor on emptying! Bed mattress too hard for me. Very quiet location on top floor of annexe excellent. Overall more than satisfactory.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room size was good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rubbish hotel

Dident bther drinking there
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Over the years my family and I have stayed here many times and I’m happy to say that the high standards we have previously experienced, are ongoing. Excellent staff, great facilities and a fantastic breakfast. Sadly we didn’t get a chance to use the pool and leisure facilities due to our own busy schedule, but next time we will be sure to plan less and do more! Keep up the good work all at the Connaught.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Belinda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was cold nothing apart from the toast was hot(because you put it in the toaster yourself)what they had it in was not adequate in keep it hot, from what i heard they are aware the food is cold. The room was spacious and relatively clean, bed was not the most comfortable and the pillows were flat. Would definitely recommend the spa and massage
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay here regularly as great location. Hotel and facilities are clean and kept to a great standard. First time had a bad night's sleep
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel. Good value
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great staff, so courteous. Don’t skip on the breakfast. It was worth every penny.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ross

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Avais

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cold welcome, no smile nor warm courtes, treated like a customer buying a takeaway in busy shop. Clearly struggling with directions to my room in an outbuilding but just kept getting repeat instructions, one of the 3 people on the counter (not doing anything else) could have easily stepped out with me a guided me to my room. Room was tiny and the bathroom ridiculously small, could just about get in sideways. Being a first time customer thought they would try and impress for return custom. Not checked SPA facilities so cannot comment.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Lovely Stay

Great hotel, great staff. A bit dated, could use modernisation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great there was a gym and swimming pool on site and also spa as well
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

M C

Traveled with family

Few days beak

Never heard of car parking charges for a blue badge. All receptionists were not as welcoming as i had in my previous hotel experiences. Room rather small only 1 person could walk around at a time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We should have booked direct and we would have saved £24 on parking.,a lesson learned.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Yetunde

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ariel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025