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The Urban Beach HotelvsNorfolk Royale Hotel
Both hotels are praised by travel writers. Overall, The Urban Beach Hotel ranks significantly higher than Norfolk Royale Hotel. The Urban Beach Hotel comes in at #1 in Bournemouth with endorsements from 5 reviews like The Telegraph, Fodor's and Rough Guide.
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
Norfolk Royale Hotel
Oyster
Michelin Guide
Richmond Hill, Bournemouth BH2 6EN
From $49/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
OysterUpscale
"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." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"Afternoon tea at The Norfolk Hotel offers a quintessentially British selection with contemporary twists." Full review
