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Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hotel near Bournemouth Beach

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Terrace/patio
Fitness facility
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub

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

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 95 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • 135 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

  • 135 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 175 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking (Lodge)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking (Lodge) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking (Lodge)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Lodge) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Lodge)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Lodge) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Lodge)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Shower Only)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Spa King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

King Suite with Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Suite with Shower

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Lounge, Roll Top Bath, Balcony, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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About the neighborhood

Bournemouth

Bournemouth City Centre 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

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Harry Rocks Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪the palm - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brewhouse & Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ojo Rojo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Nala Lounge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa

4-star Victorian hotel near Bournemouth Beach
Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 2 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 3003 square feet (279 square meters) and includes a conference center. A hot tub, a sauna, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Bournemouth hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 53 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 3003 sq ft of conference space
  • 279 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1850
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • 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
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa offers 53 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The onsite spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body scrubs. 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.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 12 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full 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 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Piano
  • 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.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (43 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 30.00
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 30.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 30 2025 to October 30 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Dining venue(s)
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)
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 12 per night
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30.00 (subject to availability)

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 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 major 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, and Barclaycard. 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. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

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.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Best Western Connaught
Best Western Connaught Bournemouth
Best Western Connaught Hotel
Best Western Plus Connaught Hotel Bournemouth
Best Western Plus Connaught Hotel
Best Western Plus Connaught Bournemouth
Best Western Plus Connaught
Best Plus The Connaught & Spa
Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel
Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa Hotel
Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa Bournemouth
Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa Hotel Bournemouth

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa to the airport?

Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa is 6.9 mi (14-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa.

How close is Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa 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 Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 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 Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa?

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

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs GBP 30.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa?

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

Does Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa features an indoor pool.

Does Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa have a restaurant?

Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa is home to Blakes Brasserie, which features British cuisine, garden views, and al fresco dining. The dining venue will be unavailable from October 30 2025 to October 30 2025 (dates subject to change). The dining venue(s) will be closed seasonally each year from September 22 to September 23.

Does Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body scrubs, mani/pedis, and facials.

How close is Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa to downtown Bournemouth?

Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa is 0.3 mi away from Bournemouth.

Reviews

Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 363 out of 903 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 376 out of 903 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 903 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 903 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 903 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kamal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

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

8/10 Good

Emmanuel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was dusty, and its had cobweb by the television.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mrs Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lema

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spa hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and easy to get to hotel. Has its own car park. Swimming pool etc is lovely and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

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

June 3rd stay

Lovely hotel, great welcome from friendly staff. We will happily stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Josabe

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was dated, the room was nice and spacious with dust everywhere.First day we opened the bed and found hair and a butterfly in the bed that was made up, this was really off putting.The room was quiet and the bed was comfortable.There is no refrigerator in the room which I thought it was standard for the price of the room, but the website does not state that there would be a refrigerator in the room, which is fair.Breakfast was a standard buffet with English breakfast and continental dry breakfast.There was no pancakes and if you require fancy, eggs Benedict, its £5.The garden is beautiful and the spa and pool is inviting but the hotel lacks atmosphere and needs updating.For the price, I could have stayed somewhere else in Bournemouth with a better experience.I would recommend The Marriot hotel or Hermitage hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I tried the evening meals on this stay and I thoroughly enjoyed the food, very tasty and fresh, staff were friendly, respectful and polite.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

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

8/10 Good

Laura Helen

Traveled with family
A nice hotel that is looking tired. Our room was rather dusty with cobwebs on the balcony. It feels like no investment has been made in this hotel in a long time, which is a shame. Great location though and nice spa. Lovely breakfast and the staff at breakfast were great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was lovely and a great location. I appreciate it was a busy bank holiday weekend with weddings on both nights I stayed there. However, smelling cannabis at 6pm as soon as I stepped out of my room across the floor and being woken at 2am from someone shouting in their room for over 30 minutes was a real surprise during my stay. I was staying alone in a room so felt quite unsafe when this happened and wasn’t something I wanted to report in a busy reception upon check out
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Eamon

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

8/10 Good

Mrs D Y

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

Lovely short break

Lovely stay, pool was very cold but jacuzzi was good. Pool area generally needs a refresh. Good breakfast buffet, no cooked veggie options but may have been available to order but not clear anywhere. Room was ok, clean, overlooked courtyard which is very nice. Bar has a large gin selection but no aperol!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

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

8/10 Good

Colin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed In room 34 comfortable but bathroom far far too small… otherwise excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Emily

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marvin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and helpful staff. Excellent food. Not sure the room upgrade was worth the money. Although bigger than other rooms the bathroom and fittings are pretty standard. Lovely hotel with a nice garden and lounge areas. Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a lovely stay, the room was clean and spacious. The spa facilities were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant stay and would return. Great location, comfortable just wish parking was free for guests in the hotel car park we had disabilities and no.concession offered which was disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025