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The Kings Arms

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near New Forest National Park

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Superior Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk
Superior Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Laundry

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18 Castle Street, Christchurch, England, BH23 1DT
  • Christchurch Harbour
  • Southbourne Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mudeford Quay
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Twin | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Classic Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard King (Cozy King) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard King (Cozy King)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room (Sofabed) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room (Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Christchurch

Close to the beach.With a stay at this Christchurch hotel, you'll be steps from Christchurch Castle and a 5-minute walk from Christchurch Priory. Prototype Bailey Bridge and Southbourne Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Southbourne Beach - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Avon Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Mudeford Quay - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • O2 Academy Bournemouth - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Bournemouth Beach - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Station - 12 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Thomas Tripp - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Starlight Classic Bengali & Indian Cuisine - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Boathouse Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Kings Arms

4-star hotel near New Forest National Park
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Kings Arms also features concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This 4-star Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Kings Arms offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. This Christchurch hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English, Polish, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

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The Kings Arms Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Kings Arms to the airport?

The Kings Arms is 4.2 mi (8-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 Kings Arms?

As of Jun 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kings Arms on Jun 15, 2025 start from $136.21, 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 Kings Arms have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Kings Arms.

How close is The Kings Arms to the beach?

This hotel is 4 mi (15-min drive) from Bournemouth Beach and 11.2 mi (28-min drive) from Sandbanks Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Kings Arms offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Kings Arms, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Kings Arms?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Kings Arms?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at The Kings Arms?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Kings Arms have a pool?

The Kings Arms does not have a pool.

Does The Kings Arms have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Kings Arms have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Kings Arms to downtown Christchurch?

The Kings Arms is 0.2 mi away from Christchurch.

The Kings Arms Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 275 out of 407 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 407 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 407 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 407 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 407 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Would recommend

The stay was a lovely relief after a busy day. The room was large and comfortable, however the pillows were very soft. We ate at the hotel with the food being beautifully presented and delicious. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lucy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly refurbished in great style, the hotel was a delight in all respects. From a really friendly welcome to a lovely big bedroom (with a great view of the old castle ruins and beautiful Priory church) and an excellent evening meal we were really happy with our choice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Nice overall

Lovely hotel, comfortable room. Biscuits left for us with tea and coffee but one of the two packs had been eaten and the wrapper left! Wedding going on the night we stayed and loud music went on until midnight.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

phil

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel but haunted for sure

The hotel is very nice and the room was lovely. My only complaint was a noisy fridge in the room and bizzarre as.you may think, there was a ghostly pressence in my room which freaked me out slighy. If you like parranormal experiences, try room 202
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A one night stay on a business trip. Comfortable room, good food, and upgrading from the continental to a full english breakfast was good value.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property with great restaurant. We stayed in a beautiful bedroom, with balcony. Great central location. Sister hotel has spa that can be used free of charge in Muddeford. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Lovely Hotel

Lovely hotel with smart decor and rooms. Excellent facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, polite and efficient staff, good facilities and nice setting. Good Continental Breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay, staff, food and accommodation was excellent but there is limited parking
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable and vosyb
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed in this hotel many times and it is one of my favourites. Lovely atmosphere and a fantastic location along with great food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great time at The Kings Arms ,staff very helpful and friendly, service from staffwas top class thank you for making our stay pleasant .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Melody

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a lovely little hotel. Staff was friendly and helpful and we enjoyed our stay here very much. Good food-we dined in on the night of our arrival-and a very good breakfast as well. The bed was lovely and super comfortable and we very much appreciated the towel warmer as the weather was super wet when we arrived. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David

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

Lovely hotel in central location

Lovely comfortable stay and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Nice welcome
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024