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The Urban Beach HotelvsBest Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa
Both hotels are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, The Urban Beach Hotel ranks significantly higher than Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel. The Urban Beach Hotel scores 92 with accolades from 5 publications such as Fodor's, Lonely Planet and DK Eyewitness.
The Urban Beach Hotel
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
The Telegraph Lonely Planet
23, Argyll Road, Bournemouth BH5 1EB
From $88/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
Fodor's "The hotel resembles a B&B from the outside but has tastefully minimalist interiors with muted tones and a slightly retro feel." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Bournemouth's finest hipster hotel combines a kooky counter-culture vibe with luxury lodgings and top-notch service." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This Victorian seaside hotel has had a makeover to create a youthful, funky boutique hotel in the up-and-coming Boscombe area of Bournemouth."
Rough Guide "A short (but steep) walk from Boscombe’s surf beach, and close to Boscombe’s shops, this old Victorian townhouse has been given a boutique makeover."
The Telegraph7.0
"Cool spot less than half a mile from Boscombe’s shoreline, offering a relaxed coastal ambience during the day and a bustling bistro as the sun goes down." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Still slumber spot of choice for Bournemouth's hip visitors, Urban Beach revels in a 'no-worries' air that sees free loans of wellingtons, umbrellas and DVDs" Full review
Best Western Plus The Connaught Hotel & Spa
Oyster
Independent
30 West Hill Road, West Cliff, Bournemouth BH2 5PH
From $123/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
OysterUpscale
"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." Full review
Independent "There’s a spa offering massages and a sauna, steam room and hydrotherapy pool, plus an 18m indoor heated pool. Rooms are decorated with blue hues to match ocean views "
