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Guest Houses in Bournemouth

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

Most booked guest houses in Bournemouth and surroundings in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bournemouth

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 213 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bournemouth

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bournemouth

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bournemouth

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 350 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bournemouth

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 686 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bournemouth

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 948 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bournemouth

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 585 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bournemouth

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,024 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Bournemouth

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,603 reviews

Highly rated guest houses in Bournemouth and nearby

Heronshaw House

Hurn
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 252 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Heronshaw House is located in Hurn, 11 km from Bournemouth International Centre and 19 km from Poole Harbour.

From US$111.76 per night

Cranborne House

Poole
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 325 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge and views of quiet street, Cranborne House is a guest house situated in a historic building in Poole, 1.5 km from Poole Beach.

From US$149.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

Set in Christchurch and only 9.4 km from Bournemouth International Centre, The Studio Christchurch B&B Luxury Garden Room offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$157.78 per night

Anchorage

Poole
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews

Anchorage is set in Poole, 700 metres from Poole Beach, 1.4 km from Poole Harbour, and 9.2 km from Sandbanks.

From US$115.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews

Offering quiet street views, The Lily Pad near Poole Dorset Self contained private entrance and free parking is an accommodation set in Poole, 12 km from Sandbanks and 13 km from Bournemouth...

From US$81.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews

Boasting stylish, individually decorated rooms with free Wi-Fi, the 4-star Bamboo Guest House is located in the centre of Bournemouth.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Right in the heart of Bournemouth, Abbey Lodge Guest House features rooms with free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 350 reviews

Just a 5-minute walk from the BIC, The Hedley Townhouse offers elegant rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Bournemouth Pavilion and the seafront are only 5 minutes’ walk away.

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Blue Palms

Bournemouth
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

The Blue Palms is only 0.5 miles from Bournemouth’s beaches and 5 minutes' walk from the Bournemouth International centre.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews

Comfortable Accommodation: Little Robin Gate in Bournemouth offers adults-only rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and parquet floors.

From US$161.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 649 reviews

Set in Bournemouth and only 1.4 km from Eastcliff Beach, The Cransley by Grandeur Property offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

ElMurrs

Bournemouth
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews

Set in Bournemouth and only 2.8 km from Eastcliff Beach, ElMurrs offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

Offering garden views, Kantara Guest House is an accommodation set in Bournemouth, 1.2 km from Eastcliff Beach and 2.2 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Southernhay Guest House is set in Bournemouth, 1.1 km from Alum Chine beach and 1.9 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

Spring Lodge

Bournemouth
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Set in Bournemouth within 2.1 km of Eastcliff Beach and 2.9 km of Bournemouth International Centre, Spring Lodge offers rooms with free WiFi.

The Rosscourt

Bournemouth
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews

Set in Bournemouth, the recently renovated The Rosscourt features accommodation 600 metres from Boscombe Beach and 3 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

Save money on guest houses in Bournemouth and nearby – budget options available

The Charlesworth

Bournemouth
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 464 reviews

This accommodation only Hotel was originally built in the late 19th century.

From US$59.17 per night

The Perk Inn Garden Lodge

Poole
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, The Perk Inn Garden Lodge is located in Poole, 6.3 km from Poole Harbour and 11 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

From US$86.39 per night

Denewood Hotel

Bournemouth
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 686 reviews

Ideally situated to take advantage of the Bournemouth beaches which are only 500 yards away, this hotel offers bright and elegant rooms with private bathrooms.

From US$78.10 per night

The Ravensbourne Hotel

Bournemouth
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 299 reviews

Just an 8-minute walk to Bournemouth’s seafront and surf reef, The Ravensbourne Hotel features free WiFi and a pleasant garden with seating area. The town centre can be reached in 10 minutes by bus.

Kingsley Hotel

Bournemouth
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 585 reviews

This refurbished, non-smoking hotel is a short stroll away from the extensive sandy beaches, cliff top gardens and local bus service.

From US$78.89 per night

Cliff Cottage

Canford Cliffs
Budget options available

Cliff Cottage is located in Canford Cliffs, 5 km from Bournemouth International Centre, 8.1 km from Poole Harbour, and 29 km from Monkey World.

From US$158.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Boasting garden views, Ensuite guest room - Private entrance, no pets features accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 4.8 km from Bournemouth International Centre.

The Mariners Guest House

Poole
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews

The Mariners Guest House features garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Poole, 1.7 km from Poole Beach.

From US$118.34 per night

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Guest houses that travellers love in Bournemouth

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Avg. price/night: US$234.48
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews
The hotel is a charming boutique establishment with a great location, within walking distance to the beach and shops. The room and bathroom were clean and tidy. I stayed for one night and had a good experience.
Guest review by
Aysel
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews
Nice quiet room, comfortable bed, amiable host, ample parking and great location. Great weather too!
Guest review by
Paul
Young couple