Wood LodgevsThe Urban Beach Hotel
Both Wood Lodge and The Urban Beach Hotel are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Urban Beach Hotel is the choice of most writers compared to Wood Lodge. The Urban Beach Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 92 with positive reviews from 5 sources like Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Rough Guide.
Wood Lodge
10 Manor Rd, East Cliff, Bournemouth BH1 3EY
From $55/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Free Parking
- Flatscreen TV
Fodor's
"Small and sedate, this family-run hotel in a Victorian building near the shore offers good value." Full review
The Urban Beach Hotel
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 Telegraph
7.0
"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 Planet
Top 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