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The Connaught Lodge

4.0 star property
Indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment then dive into the indoor pool. Savor local cuisine on your terms.

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BBQ/picnic area
Indoor pool
2 bars/lounges
2 bars/lounges
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Renovated in 2013
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 13 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 13 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
32 West Hill Road, Bournemouth, England, BH2 5PH

What's nearby

  • Bournemouth International Centre - 7 min walk
  • Bournemouth Beach - 9 min walk
  • Oceanarium - 10 min walk
  • Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 11 min walk
  • Bournemouth Pier - 12 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Brasserie Blanc - Bournemouth - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brewhouse & Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pasa Too - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Hop Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Connaught Lodge

Upscale hotel near Bournemouth International Centre
Bournemouth Beach is located near The Connaught Lodge, which provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage, a body treatment or a body scrub at Bluewater Spa, the on-site spa. The on-site local cuisine brasserie, Blakes Brasserie, offers breakfast, dinner and al fresco dining. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Express check-in, meeting rooms and a banquet hall
  • Luggage storage, a gift shop and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, pool and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Connaught Lodge boast perks, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 10 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

Restaurants on site

  • Blakes Brasserie
  • The Gin Bar

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (689 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

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
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 are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 February to 6 February:
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 to 17.50 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 10 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

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

Does The Connaught Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

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

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Connaught Lodge on 23 Feb 2025 start from NZ$154.00, including 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.

Is The Connaught Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Connaught Lodge?

Self-parking is available for GBP 10 per night.

What time is check-in at The Connaught Lodge?

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

What time is check-out at The Connaught Lodge?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Connaught Lodge located?

Located in Bournemouth City Centre, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Bournemouth International Centre and Bournemouth Beach. Bournemouth Lower Gardens and Durley Chine Beach are also within 10 minutes.

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The Connaught Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 278 out of 691 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 691 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 691 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 691 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 691 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jonathan

My wife and I, have just stayed at Connaught for 2 nights. The room was clean comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Was a comfortable stay for a solo business traveller. Only ate breakfast which was plentiful and the cooked food was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Lovely hotel room was spacious and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

EV charger on site, car parking space a little small, but managed, staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely hotel good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kwame

Amazing place and location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

James

Good amount of parking, great staff, nicely kept room, convenient location to the coast and town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Room was a bit dated
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Stuart

Nice staff and amazing breakfast !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jaime

The room was very hot, but luckily we could open the windows. Hot tub and pool were nice. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
rooms needs upgrading.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Walkable from city centre and waterfront
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

glenn

Good location and value for money
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

l

Very pleasant stay with a variety of thing to do and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Great hotel
For our short two night stay this hotel was perfect. It is well located, has ample parking and the staff are friendly and efficient. We would certainly stay again on our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

We stayed at this hotel for our daughters graduation. All the rooms were clean and tidy with plent of space. We will definitely look to book aga8n when staying in Bournemouth.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Weekend stay at Connaught Lodge
Stayed in a standard room in The Lodge. Really good size room, comfy bed and large bathroom. Really short walk to main hotel and facilities. Great inclusive breakfast, with friendly and attentive staff. We really enjoyed our stayed so extended by another night.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Great location, will definitely stay here again when I next visit Bournemouth.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

A good place to stay 👍
A very good hotel very comfortable good location. The room was clean and staff very friendly. The breakfast was very good andvthe shower was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Howard

Very good with cheerful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Very enjoyable stay, great price for accommodation and spa.,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

The hotel is in a great location with good facilities and lovely friendly/helpful staff. We stayed in the lodge which was clean and comfortable but could do with a bit of modernisation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

The room was lovely and big, with room service if required.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis

Mainly good with outbreaks of disturbence
A single night stay. All good except paper thin walls ( in the "lodge") and the neighbours from hell who were detrrmined to gain the world record for being inconsiderate.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayden

Thus was our 6th time here and we were not disapoinyed. Wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024