Bournemouth

This Victorian seaside hotel has had a makeover to create a youthful, funky boutique hotel in the up-and-coming Boscombe area of Bournemouth. — DK Eyewitness

An upscale boutique hotel set in a large Victorian villa, the 32-room Green House is an eco-friendly retreat with chic modern decor that's just a 10-minute walk from the beach. — Oyster

Here’s a hotel that sticks brazenly to its Victorian roots, with romantic Heritage rooms backed up by claims it was a royal love nest. — The Telegraph

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The Suncliff Hotel is a mid-range property overlooking the beach (a two-minute walk away) near downtown Bournemouth. — Oyster

Dashes of neon and an Art Deco edge ensure this Bournemouth clifftop hotel stands out from mundane coastal lodgings. — The Telegraph

Ocean Beach gives a splash of vibrancy to the hotels of Bournemouth’s East Cliff, with a convivial Italian-inspired lounge and restaurants, bright rooms and a holistic spa. — The Telegraph

In this serene, pristine B&B, stained glass and an elegant stairwell hint at the house's Edwardian age. — Lonely Planet

Modern furnishings, a central location and good rates lift this sweet B&B above the crowd. Breakfast is £6 extra, served in a cafe across the road. — Lonely Planet

Installed in the former landmark Mansion House, this is one of the finest hotels in the ever-popular chain. — Frommer's

Family-friendly rendition of the Village Hotels chain, with a lively Italian restaurant and extensive leisure facilities, with a large swimming pool, spa pool, steam room, sauna, huge gym. — The Telegraph

The Hilton is part of Bournemouth’s revival, moving the town from dated to vibrant. — The Telegraph

Norfolk Royale Hotel has been converted from two imposing Victorian Villas and restored to its original Edwardian grandeur, including a stunning Art Nouveau veranda and pretty gardens. — Oyster

This upscale, 56-room chain hotel, located in an historic building, is a cozy place to stay just a few blocks from Bournemouth's beach. — Oyster

Opened in 2010, Park Central Hotel is an upper-middle-range property that's superbly located for the BIC (Bournemouth International Center) and a stone's throw away from the sea. — Oyster

Located in the Lansdowne area close to the East Cliff, the mid-range Ramada Encore Bournemouth has a welcoming, though businessy, feel about it. — Oyster

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