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Durley Dean

Bournemouth · United Kingdom

28 Westcliff Road, WestcliffView location

7.8/10Very good1,002 Reviews
Cleanliness7.8/107.8
Service8.4/108.4
Comfort8.0/108.0
Condition7.2/107.2
Amenities7.6/107.6
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About Durley Dean

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. This Victorian hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and a ballroom.

Enjoy British cuisine at No. 28, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 115 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions.

Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

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Located in Bournemouth (West Cliff), The Durley Dean Hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth International Centre. This hotel is 9.3 mi (15 km) from New Forest National Park and 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Poole Harbour.

Make yourself at home in one of the 115 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers. Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Spa
Gym
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Only dogs are allowed Maximum number of pets per room 1 Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
    • Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 12.00 for adults and GBP 7.00 for children
    • Self parking fee: GBP 15.00 per night
    • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
    • Service animals are exempt from fees

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Portuguese

    English

    French

    Dutch

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Durley Chine Beach 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Alum Chine Beach 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Bournemouth Beach 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Oceanarium 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
The Square 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Bournemouth International Centre 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Bournemouth Lower Gardens 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Bournemouth Town Hall 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Bournemouth Pier 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Branksome Dene Beach 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Genting Casino Bournemouth 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
St. Peter's Church 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Meyrick Park Golf Course 1.9 km / 1.2 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Year of most recent renovation: 2008
  • Total number of rooms: 115
  • Number of floors (main building): 5
  • Number of floors (annexe)
  • Single rooms: 18
  • Double rooms: 101
  • Junior suites
  • Suites: 1
  • Apartments
  • Studios
  • Bungalows
  • Villas
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  • Accessible rooms
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  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Maestro
  • Visa Electrón
  • City centre
  • Nearest Bus / Metro Stop
  • Airport
  • Harbour
  • Beach
  • Golf course
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bellboy service
  • Hotel safe
  • Cloakroom
  • Lift access
  • Gym
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Highchairs
  • Banquet hall
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room
  • Business centre
  • Indoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Sauna
  • Steam bath
  • Spa treatments
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Set menu lunch
  • Special dietary options
  • Snacks
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Fitness
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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GB

English Breakfast

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RO

Room Only

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BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

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Room types

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  • FAMILY ROOM CONNECTING ROOMFAMILY ROOM • CONNECTING ROOMFAM.CM

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    FAMILY ROOM CONNECTING ROOM

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    CONNECTING ROOM

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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  • DOUBLE TWO BEDSDOUBLE • TWO BEDSDBL.2B

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    DOUBLE TWO BEDS

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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: DBL.2B

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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  • DOUBLE WITH AIR CONDITIONINGDOUBLE • WITH AIR CONDITIONINGDBL.AC

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    DOUBLE WITH AIR CONDITIONING

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    WITH AIR CONDITIONING

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  • FAMILY ROOM BUNK BEDFAMILY ROOM • BUNK BEDFAM.BK

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    FAMILY ROOM BUNK BED

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    BUNK BED

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  • Room ONE BEDRoom • ONE BEDROO.1B

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    Room ONE BED

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    ONE BED

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    Room code: ROO.1B

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  • Double or Twin SUPERIORDouble or Twin • SUPERIORDBT.SU

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    Double or Twin SUPERIOR

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    Room code: DBT.SU

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  • FAMILY ROOM SUPERIORFAMILY ROOM • SUPERIORFAM.SU

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    FAMILY ROOM SUPERIOR

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    SUPERIOR

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  • FAMILY ROOM WITH AIR CONDITIONINGFAMILY ROOM • WITH AIR CONDITIONINGFAM.AC

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    FAMILY ROOM WITH AIR CONDITIONING

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    WITH AIR CONDITIONING

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    Room code: FAM.AC

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST

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    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    SINGLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: SGL.ST

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  • Double or Twin SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDDouble or Twin • SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDDBT.DB-SU

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    Double or Twin SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

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    SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room code: DBT.DB-SU

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY-1

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    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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    ECONOMY

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  • FAMILY ROOM SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDFAMILY ROOM • SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BEDFAM.DB-SU

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    FAMILY ROOM SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

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    SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room code: FAM.DB-SU

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY

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    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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    DOUBLE
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    ECONOMY

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    Room code: DBL.EY

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  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST

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    FAMILY ROOM STANDARD

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    STANDARD

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    Room code: FAM.ST

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  • FAMILY ROOM SUPERIOR CAPACITY 2FAMILY ROOM • SUPERIOR CAPACITY 2FAM.C2-SU

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    Durley Dean

    FAMILY ROOM SUPERIOR CAPACITY 2

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    SUPERIOR CAPACITY 2

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    Room code: FAM.C2-SU

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  • Double or Twin SUPERIOR WITH AIR CONDITIONINGDouble or Twin • SUPERIOR WITH AIR CONDITIONINGDBT.AC-SU

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    Double or Twin SUPERIOR WITH AIR CONDITIONING

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    SUPERIOR WITH AIR CONDITIONING

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    Room code: DBT.AC-SU

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST

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  • Double or Twin TWO BEDSDouble or Twin • TWO BEDSDBT.2B

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    Double or Twin TWO BEDS

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    Double or Twin
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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: DBT.2B

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Durley Dean

7.8
Very good
1,002 Reviews
Cleanliness
7.8 /10
Service
8.4 /10
Comfort
8.0 /10
Condition
7.2 /10
Amenities
7.6 /10
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4/10
Poor
23 Jul 2026
Jaspreet
Needs major improvements in several areas, especially considering it’s rated as a 4 star. When reality would disagree, It’s not a 4 star at all.
4/10
Poor
18 Jul 2026
Maryam
Lift was very small for double buggy
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2026
Sophie
Very nice place to stay! Close to the town centre (10 mins walk), friendly staff and clean spacious rooms. They have a luggage room as well for anyone wishing to store their luggage before/after check-in/checkout-out.
Friends
8/10
Excellent
05 Jul 2026
Mercedes
The stay at Durley was fine . It would be great if you could have more parking space for the cars. The rooms were very comfy and the air con was a plus.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2026
Dr Wayne
it was fine. nothing massively special but I didnt expect that either. The room was decent and had aircon. reception staff were kind.

I dont like that I had to provide my driving licence on check-in. I don't usually at hotels
but it was lucky I had it with me as I dont usually.
Business
6/10
Pleasant
02 Jul 2026
Paul
Parking available but this was an additional £15
Bathroom very tired
Air con good.
No chocolate on the pillow but a small bar of soap!!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2026
Jannetta
Have had a lovely short break staying at hotel Staff were excellent and very helpful. Food both breakfast and evening meal was hot and even happy to cook us some poached eggs for breakfast which was appreciated.
Bedroom was clean and tidy and enjoyed the air con in room.
Hotel is tired and dated and could do with a refurb but happy to stay again which will do very soon.
Thank you to all the hotel staff for making our stay enjoyable
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
01 Jul 2026
jeffrey
Smart hotel, with a great restaurant area, which delivered tasty food. In a good location with nice staff.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2026
Sinead
Great location. Lovely rooms
Friends
8/10
Excellent
29 Jun 2026
Maxine
The bonus of Air conditioning was amazing after record temperatures. Staff really lovely.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Jun 2026
Aleksandra
Great location, very nice and helpful staff. The hotel is a bit outdated but it was great for our stay as a family of 4 for a short break. I would use it again. The common areas might benefit from a deep clean but the room was clean. Breakfast was quite basic but fresh. I would add non-diary milk options.
Family_with_children
2/10
Poor
26 Jun 2026
Chris
The staff were less than helpful or friendly, they seemed interested at check-in and bit short about parking fees
Self
2/10
Poor
25 Jun 2026
Tomas
Feels like entering council estate.. the only good thing was- breakfast (considering price of hotel).
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
25 Jun 2026
Rachel
Be prepared to park your car 1/2 mile away. Took me half an hr this morning to then walk to car, find a space closer to hotel to then carry luggage to car
Self
2/10
Poor
22 Jun 2026
Natiele
I wish I had read more detailed reviews before booking this hotel. In my opinion, it is a very simple hotel and does not justify the price. The only positive point is the beach access, with stairs leading directly to the beach.
The hotel has a swimming pool and sauna, but the pool did not appear to be cleaned daily. There was visible hair and dirt floating on the surface. I got in, noticed it, and left immediately.
The rooms are disappointing for a four-star hotel. There is no minibar or safe, and the room is very small, especially the bathroom. The shower area is tiny, the water takes a long time to get warm, and our shower door was broken, causing water to spread across the bathroom floor.
Cleanliness was also an issue. There were visible spider webs on the ceiling and on the lamps above the bed.
Breakfast is very basic and not worth the £16 per person. The options were limited to bread, cereals, eggs, and sausages, with very little variety.
The biggest problem was parking. The hotel does not offer free parking, and the paid spaces are very limited. We spent around 40 minutes looking for a place to park and eventually had to leave the car elsewhere and walk about 12 minutes carrying heavy luggage and beach equipment.
Overall, I would not stay here again and do not think the hotel offers value for the price charged.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 Jun 2026
Neil
Bar was average
Self
6/10
Pleasant
14 Jun 2026
Indira
Although on arrival the rooms were clean. They allocated one room in the loft and my friend who is 4ft 10 ins banged her head twice as the ceiling was very low. They did allocate another room. Rooms were very small. We did not want them to change the sheets or bath towels but they did not do the bed properly. Everything else was acceptable. Staff in reception were helpful. Wish the food was slightly cheaper, very expensive breakfast. A full english breakfast with fruits. Juices, cereals, assorted breads and croissants were 11 pounds per head in premier inn which was very enjoyable.
8/10
Excellent
14 Jun 2026
Stephanie
The staff were really friendly and helpful. The hotel was clean. The hotel is very dated and needs a lot of maintenance. I'm not sure it quite meets the criteria for 4* because of this. The pool was really warm but it is very small. The steam room was out of order during our stay which is a shame, the sauna and pool were the only part that was well maintained. I didn't use the small gym. Our room needed a lot of work, the window frame was rotten and the glass was rattling around, the sealant around the bathroom was coming off and the bath panel starting to disintegrate at the bottom. The room was however, very clean with a comfortable bed.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2026
Stefan
Been going to Bournemouth for years and this is first time staying here.
Really friendly reception staff on arrival.The rooms are spacious and clean.Good bar area and breakfast room was really nice. Probably the best breakfast ive had at a Bournemouth hotel.
Would recommend.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jun 2026
Mirwais
Had a fantastic time at the Durley Dean Hotel. The rooms were clean and comfortable, but the absolute highlight was having access to the excellent spa and gym facilities—perfect for relaxing after a long day. The staff were incredibly welcoming and the service was spot on from start to finish. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back!
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
02 Jun 2026
Andrew
Bit run down. Cold water tap was red hot. Not the best place I have stayed but not the worst.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2026
Katie
Lovely room. Had the pool all to our selves. Walking distance from the beach and town centre
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
31 May 2026
steven
location was perfect for beach access
staff was great
could just tell it was a old building
swimming pool and sauna was lovely
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2026
Sonya
After reading the reviews I wasn’t sure but to be fair it was great, staff were run off their feet and helped with any enquiries. Breakfast was great, pool was small but great to cool down after being on the beach all day!
Out room was clean and spacious with everything we needed.
Will definitely be back in the summer or even a winter break 😁
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
30 May 2026
Owen
Good proximity to town centre.
Staff mostly helpful.

Parking (very limited) problematic.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2026
Holly
A perfectly placed hotel for exploring Bournemouth beaches. The restaurant was nice not huge selection but nice and freshly cooked. Breakfast was a good mix. Staff were fantastic. Especially Holly at front desk- she was so friendly and kind. Gave us tips to get to the best part of a beach nearby saving us loads of time and stress. Helped us get extra pillows for the room. The superior room was really lovely , clean and air conditioned was perfect for heat wave ! Will def stay here again when we return to Bournemouth
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
24 May 2026
Dinesh Dilrukshi
We’ve had bad experiences before with twin beds pushed together instead of a proper double bed, so this was especially disappointing. We came to celebrate our 21st anniversary and were allocated two single beds joined together. During the night the beds separated, leaving a gap in the middle, and we were both woken up after falling into it. We both struggled to sleep and ended up with back pain the next morning.

We informed the manager in the morning. She apologised and offered Prosecco, which we appreciated, but unfortunately it didn’t really make up for the discomfort and disruption to what was meant to be a special anniversary celebration. We left feeling very disappointed.
Partner
4/10
Poor
22 May 2026
Sandra
The hotel did not live up to its 4-star rating. The bar was closed when we returned after dinner (11 pm) to have a drink. The coffee machine was cleaned so no coffee available. The drinking chocolate machine broken down so manually made with water. The sauna was barely warm and no steam room. One reception staff was rude to a customer checking in, the bathrooms were way out of date. Breakfast was at an additional charge but good. No help given us as we struggled up the stairs to check in. I do not recommend this hotel. Sandra Seldon Devizes Wilts
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
16 May 2026
Joy
Our room was quite small and so was the ensuite.
The bed was very high up! It was comfortable enough, but there was only one pillow per person.
Towels in ensuite quite thin.
Really lovely and quiet, even though we kept our window open.
Breakfast was okay, not much choice for vegetarians.
Location of hotel is great. Walk down passed the hotel car park and you are on the path overlooking the sea in minutes.
The Durley Dean is a beautiful building.
The inside is reminiscent of traditional hotels of day's gone by.
All perfectly adequate for a holiday by the sea.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 May 2026
Dem
The family room was very large with a separate kids room with 2 bunk beds and a tv. The room had a faint smell of smoke and the building was a little dated. But very comfortable
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
16 May 2026
Pragun
Hotel needs a good spruce up....but was OK as a budget booking.
Shower was so powerful it almost ripped my skin off.
Things need fixing and upgrading....bathtub, carpets. Beds need to be firmer.
But otherwise as a budget booking, got what I paid for.
Reception person wasn't particularly pleasant on arrival.
Self
8/10
Excellent
15 May 2026
Chris
Overall room was clean.... But lying in bed you could see cobwebs inside curtain rail housing...
Partner
4/10
Poor
14 May 2026
Tom
Hotel was pretty run down. My room wasn't in the best state. There were marks down the wall by the bin from tea bags, for example. The lock to the door wasn't functioning properly and got advised by caretaker to rattle it to trick it into working. Car park is very small for the size of hotel so had to park in local council car park and very expensive. Didn't use pool and facilities
Self
6/10
Pleasant
09 May 2026
Rachel
Convenient for the city. Bathroom toilet seat dirty on our arrival . Breakfast cold, waitress kindly agreed to heat it up in the microwave and it it was returned with along black hair on it
Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 May 2026
nicola
Ok stay.
Friends
4/10
Poor
05 May 2026
Neil
The beds were just pulled together- sheets weren’t changed and had to sleep in same sheets for three days - the room was a bit dowdy some fittings were in need of fixing and the toilet was even cleaned
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
Pavel
The food served at the bar was nice, the restaurant was closed during the day!

However the service dad left to be desired. The kids menu has a melon starter which is basically three thin slices. That took 30min to come out.

The mains had fallowed 30min after that. And by the time deserts had come out my children had given up on desert. Which I guess it’s a blessing. Don’t order food if you are in a rush, the town has far quicker options.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
04 May 2026
Kinga
The room was clean, pleasant, and spacious enough for a family of three with separate beds. The reception staff were friendly and helpful, which made the stay more enjoyable. The pool was a nice temperature and generally inviting. However, the chlorine level seemed quite high, as it caused eye irritation even without getting water directly in them. It was also disappointing that the sauna and steam room were out of order during the stay.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
04 May 2026
Lee
For the money, this is a great hotel. Staff are lovely, breakfast is good, nice little bar with a good menu and the location is fab. 10 mins walk from town but away from all the noise. Would defo stay again. Nice room, with xl bed.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
03 May 2026
Sarah
The room was large but bathroom the size of a cupboard with an over-bath shower. Water pressure for shower poor, complementary shower gel poor.
The room windows were rotten with chipped paint, the iron security bar outside window was rusty. Room in general the decor was poor with chipped paint.
The staff were lovely and helpful.
Hats off to the photographer - the pool is very small, changing facilities awful (no private changing areas/rooms).
I will not be staying here again
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Apr 2026
Mark
There was plenty of a wide variety of foods for breakfast for every guest to enjoy
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2026
Carol
The hotel was lovely, we’ve stayed here before
The only thing was that it needed was for the bath was the safety handles so we could get in the bath and a rubber mat when having a shower or a bath
Also they should have a ramp for wheelchair users.
Overall it’s a lovely hotel
Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Apr 2026
LAURA
Lovely staff as always.
A few issues in our rooms (tv remote missing, wall lamp not working).
Good breakfast, fresh and tasty.
Excellent bar menu, very good smoked salmon sandwiches!
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
14 Apr 2026
Jonathan
Hotel was spotlessly clean, and in a greatly great location. Parking was ok, they have a small carpark, which they made very clear before coming, but a lot of gusts arrive by other means. The food was really good, and staff very helpful. The reception was always very busy, they seem to put a lot on the team there. The steam room and sauna were not working and pool was tiny, incredibly busy, and a little dirty.
Self
2/10
Poor
10 Apr 2026
Amerjit
Clean hotel, decent facilities, pool nice and warm, usually you can find parking outside unless it’s peak season. But scored down because they had no vegetarian sasuages despite us mentioning when we checked in. This is unforgivable in this day and age as there was no alternative and a lack of initiative to solve the issue eg go to the local coop and get some. Not very inclusive…
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2026
ZO
Clean room, spacious. Some bits could be done with a refresh, however we had a lovely stay. Pool was clean, our family had a lovely stay. Stay were friendly too.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
09 Apr 2026
Marcela
Staff are very helpful; the hotel is old and needs more cleaning, which would be nice and refreshing.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2026
Wayne
Very handy if you use the local bus service to get you anywhere around the area & shopping town ..
6/10
Pleasant
08 Apr 2026
Leanne
Location good, unless difficulty walking as it’s quite a steep walk from the town/beach back. Small payable car park. Although the rooms have more up to date furniture the rooms and buildings are looking quite tired and in need of decorating. The pool area is small so can get very busy.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2026
Nick
Fantastic hotel
Business
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2026
Gordon
This is deservedly a 4 star hotel. Almost everything rings quality. The food is of high quality, that is breakfast and dinner. The staf go out of their way to be friendly and helpful. It was just the outside appearance. All painted surfaces need urgent treatment. A great stay. May well go there again!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2026
Márcio
Food very
Nice !!
Friends
4/10
Poor
05 Apr 2026
Melanie
The towel radiator rails were rusty and leaking in both rooms. We were in 100 and 101 in basement.
Mould in showers.
Pump hand soap in bathroom would be better than bars.
Rooms were cold took ages to heat up with the a/c machine.
Marks on the velvet bed looks like sick down the sides.
No bed guards at hotel and children on single beds and not even against a wall with a radiator next to them although they didn’t seem to work.
Swimming pool is tiny and only suitable for a couple of people at a time.
Breakfast was average basic tea and coffee no machines with choice. Pictures definitely make it look better than it is.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
30 Mar 2026
Mustafa
Hotel and room clean. Bathroom in room was very compact and there was a bit of a smell most likely from the drain. Bed mattress was not firm and seemed to bend in middle when you sat or slept on it. You get one small round soap bar that does not last and they don’t replace it. AC in room is supposed to provide heat but it is temperamental and sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t. If you leave it on long enough it does warm up the room. Room was a double but it was pretty company. Essentially it is an old building that has been refurbished to make it a hotel. Staff friendly and helpful. Did not try breakfast/bar/gym/pool. Hotel is supposedly a 4 star but to me it is definitely a 3 star and not sure how it can be classed as 4 star. Worth a stay if you are in for a night or two but don’t expect quality of 4 star.
Self
8/10
Excellent
29 Mar 2026
Kevin
Breakfast was good.Clean room
Self
6/10
Pleasant
29 Mar 2026
Sue
Plates and some of food not warm.
Partner
4/10
Poor
27 Mar 2026
Melanie
The pool area is tiny, sauna and steam room not working. Single room the smallest I’ve ever stayed in and the worst nights sleep. Overall I would not recommend, definitely NOT a 4 star!
Self
8/10
Excellent
27 Mar 2026
Philip
Great breakfast extra toast tea set me up for the day
Excellent stay would definitely stay again
Self
8/10
Excellent
23 Mar 2026
Jaro
The staff was nice .
The room was clean but no hooks for clothes and no hooks for towels in the bathroom !
The swimming pool was very small and we could not use it because was too busy .
Breakfast was nice except the coffee .




Partner
6/10
Pleasant
20 Mar 2026
Richard
Dogs allowed (would not call it particularly dog \"friendly\"). Great location close to town and the beach. Superior room was large, quiet and comfy bed.
Self
8/10
Excellent
19 Mar 2026
Trevor J
Room was nice and clean, staff were very nice breakfast was great no nearby shopping.
Hotel location great
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2026
Paul
A nice place to stay near all the amenities
Pet
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2026
Peter
Swimming pool and bar excellent.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Mar 2026
Edward
Great place to stay for a night or two
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2026
Stephen
Great place
8/10
Excellent
08 Mar 2026
Emma
Clean room,very helpful staff. Pool is very small and the steam room was broken which was disappointing. The parking charge is expensive at £15 per day,
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Mar 2026
Oyekanmi
Excellent
8/10
Excellent
23 Feb 2026
Wayne
As a low cost room it was a little small but the room was clean and presentable..
Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Feb 2026
Shirley
Room was very clean and staff helpful and friendly
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2026
Shaun
Really nice staff can't do enough for you . Clearly an old hotel but very good gym and pool and amazing all you can eat breakfast
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
18 Feb 2026
Rachel
Great seaside hotel. Amazing location, clean room, friendly staff and delicious breakfast. Pool is small but ok for a dip and the sauna was nice.
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
15 Feb 2026
Lloyd
Room freezing cold even after getting an electric radiator it didn’t warm up much, bathroom cold with damaged electrical surface box which is a bathroom not ideal?
Cob webs in the walls, ceiling Holoway, very run down in the room and damp bedding.
We even didn’t use the swimming pool as it was so cold in the whole building including the bar area , we had to have our coats on!
Parking is available at the extra cost of £15 end not guaranteed if you go out even if you’ve paid for it!
Everything was very inconvenient for us.
6/10
Pleasant
08 Feb 2026
Allanah
The hotel unfortunately feels more like a 3 star than a 4 star. The breakfast is quite limited and the rooms weren’t as clean as we would expect. The staff were helpful and kind. The pool is quite small it’s a good size if you manage to get it to yourself but as soon as it gets busy it’s no good. The sauna takes a while to heat up and the steam room was out of order.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
08 Feb 2026
Sekou
Pillows could be thicker and 2 each per guest , a bit of a update in bedroom furniture as it was quite a small room too much furniture.Bathroom was clean but tired , bed also clean but a better mattress would be key for a good sleep , Breakfast was great , only
thing maybe to have a selection of vegan
options could be provided .Staff were fruendly
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Feb 2026
Bonnie
Nice hotel and pool, good amenities. Freindly staff.
8/10
Excellent
28 Jan 2026
David
Room a bit dated and a bit on the cold side it had air cond but didn’t heat the room
Business
2/10
Poor
25 Jan 2026
minah
The room was unbearably cold. The pool experience was a disaster. The changing rooms were incredibly cramped, and the pool itself was small with debris floating in the water. Most frustratingly, the showers only had lukewarm water. Shivering in a cold locker room, we desperately needed a warm shower, but it was impossible.The shower in our room was completely blocked.The Wi-Fi signal was so weak and unstable that it was practically useless.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jan 2026
Nicholas
Lovely stay clean and great staff loved stsying here and will be back again and again.. perfect
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
22 Jan 2026
Steve
Room was a little tired although it did have air conditioning
The main reason for filling in the survey was the food. The first night it took 50 minutes for the starter to arrive which was only pate. The second night the starter and main course arrived together. The actual food was quite nice
Business
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2026
Ventsislav
Overall, we were satisfied with the hotel. The English breakfast was very tasty — especially considering that I am a chef working in a five-star hotel in London. The sausages and bacon were exceptionally good.
I was slightly disappointed that still water was not available and only sparkling water was offered.
Overall, the hotel offers good value for money and we enjoyed our stay.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
07 Jan 2026
Fumie
Clean and good sized room. Good location.friendly staff. Swimming and sauna was good for children.
It would be good if swimming pool's water is cleaner.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
30 Dec 2025
Sandra
Friendly staff, fast check-in, clean room
Leisure Pet
4/10
Poor
19 Dec 2025
Emma
Hotel not a 4 star. Looking tired.
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
08 Dec 2025
Angela
Very busy time of year Christmas party’s the hotel was a dated but comfortable we had our dog with us so choose this hotel as it was near beach .The lady on reception was very nice and booked us in promptly.The breakfast staff was a little unsure where to put us with a dog we eventually got sorted.Our room was nice had everything we needed
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
07 Dec 2025
Richard
Poor basic room. Couldn’t use the bar because there were parties going on until 1 am. They warned you about the late Christmas parties, but only after you’ve paid, so there is nothing you can do about it. Used to go there in the old days not the same place, wouldn’t bother again.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2025
Jeffrey
Great short stay. No issues with anything
Friends_and_family Friends
4/10
Poor
01 Dec 2025
Andrew
Room old and dirty
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2025
Eloise
Had a lovely stay here for our anniversary. Check in was smooth and friendly. Staff were always lovely. Upon arriving in our room the look and quality were great for the price we paid. They had even left us a personalised card. Can't recommend enough.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Dec 2025
Lina
The room was very clean, which is the most important thing. Bring some water with you: there is no bottled water left in the room and the tap water is undrinkable.
Freshly cooked breakfast is satisfactory but coffee was not good: weak and cold.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2025
Luke
Very nice rooms, great for kids.
Breakfast was extremely good and worth the money. Very happy with the stay
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
08 Nov 2025
Khodeza
Could give more pillows and maybe some coffee grounds for the room.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 Nov 2025
Helen
Size and cleanliness of the room great
Leisure Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
02 Nov 2025
Carla
For the price of the room I can't complain, and was very close to the venue and the staff were all pleasant and friendly. However, the hotel is quite run down, the TV had no signal, the cup in the room was dirty, the key card didn't work all that well. Breakfast buffet was ok but not worth £11.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Oct 2025
Allan
Very comfortable one night stay and very good value for money
Self
8/10
Excellent
30 Oct 2025
Gillian
Great hotel, only 6 mints walk to the seafront. Rooms were a nice size. The building itself is a little tired and the spa facilities weren't great but the pool was nice. Staff were really friendly and made for a lovely stay.
Leisure Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
26 Oct 2025
Amy
Dated hotel. Room was spacious but not particularly clean. Hotel needs modernising. We also experienced people going through the bins after returning from an evening out. Staff were rude and unhelpful. Would not recommend.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2025
Susan
It's a rare joy to find a hotel with in room controlled aircon. I'd rebook just for that! The hotel is a grand old place and parking is a nightmare. But it's well situated with a sea walk just yards from your door and a surprisingly quiet location close to town.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2025
Hayley
Room was lovely, bed was extremely comfortable had a great night's sleep.
Didn't require breakfast as we ate out, room service great (£3.95) tray charge.
Friendly staff always someone to help
Safe to say i will definitely recommend and will also be returning next year
Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Oct 2025
Larry
The room itself is cosy and updated, but the facilities looks outdated. Once I stepped out the room I felt the vibe is back 30 years ago. Still it is a nice stay.
Business Self
2/10
Poor
14 Oct 2025
Jaime
Booked this for my wife to stay for a couple of nights to investigate the area and meet up with family nearby.

The first night, single room was very small (like a cupboard) outdated and dirty. Also lots of noise from other rooms and corridors.

A free upgrade the next day to a double room was given after complaining but that room was not much bigger and also very dirty and dilapidated.

This is an old, tired and uncared for building and should probably be knocked down. Staff aren't enthusiastic and appear unhappy.

There are many more, much better hotels to be discovered nearby.

This may well be a four star hotel but reviews are definitely more reliable when choosing your hotel!
Self

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Durley Dean
28 Westcliff Road, Westcliff, Bournemouth, United Kingdom

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