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The Connaught Lodge

Bournemouth · United Kingdom

32 West Hill RoadView location

8.0/10Excellent924 Reviews
Cleanliness8.4/108.4
Service8.8/108.8
Comfort8.2/108.2
Condition7.8/107.8
Location10.0/1010.0
Neighborhood8.6/108.6
Amenities8.0/108.0
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About The Connaught Lodge

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.

Enjoy local cuisine at Blakes Brasserie, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily.

Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Bournemouth?

This hotel has 689 square feet (64 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

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A stay at The Connaught Lodge places you in the heart of Bournemouth, within a 15-minute walk of Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth International Centre. This spa hotel is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Poole Harbour and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from New Forest National Park.

Stay in one of 26 guestrooms featuring LCD 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 safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Bournemouth? This hotel has 689 square feet (64 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. 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 3:00 AM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
    • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • Contactless check-out is available.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. 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
    • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
    • 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 17.50 to 17.50 per person
    • Self parking fee: GBP 12 per night

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

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Italian

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Bournemouth International Centre 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Bournemouth Beach 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Bournemouth Lower Gardens 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Durley Chine Beach 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
The Square 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Oceanarium 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Bournemouth Town Hall 1 km / 0.6 mi
St. Peter's Church 1 km / 0.6 mi
Alum Chine Beach 1 km / 0.6 mi
Bournemouth Pier 1 km / 0.6 mi
Middle Chine Beach 1 km / 0.6 mi
Genting Casino Bournemouth 1 km / 0.6 mi
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Branksome Dene Beach 1.6 km / 1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 26
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Fireplace
  • Hotel safe
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  • Lift access
  • Newspaper stand
  • Shop
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Banquet hall
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room
  • Business centre
  • Indoor freshwater pool: 1
  • TV lounge
  • Sauna
  • Steam bath
  • Spa treatments
  • Breakfast
  • Snacks
  • Only Adults
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Fitness
Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

  • JUNIOR SUITE STANDARDJUNIOR SUITE • STANDARDJSU.ST

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    JUNIOR SUITE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    JUNIOR SUITE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: JSU.ST

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 5 m²SGL.ST

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    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    5 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    SINGLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: SGL.ST

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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

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    Room code: TWN.ST

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  • JUNIOR SUITE WITH DOUBLE BEDJUNIOR SUITE • WITH DOUBLE BEDJSU.DB

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    JUNIOR SUITE WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    JUNIOR SUITE
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    WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room code: JSU.DB

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 5 m²DBL.ST

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    5 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Connaught Lodge

8.0
Excellent
924 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.4 /10
Service
8.8 /10
Comfort
8.2 /10
Condition
7.8 /10
Location
10.0 /10
Neighborhood
8.6 /10
Amenities
8.0 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2026
Tahiarii
Great location, nice facilities and awesome staff members.
8/10
Excellent
18 Jul 2026
David
Hotel was in a good location. The room was small but adequate and the air con was much appreciated.Breakfast was good and the restaurant was excellent.We would probably stay there again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jul 2026
Nigel
Very clean nice property enjoyed to stay. Would definitely stay again. Parking was nice and cheap.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2026
Neil
10 min walk from Termini, easy to find, shops and restaurants close by. Hotel is very well maintained and appointed, quiet and large rooms. Helpful staff and comfy beds.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2026
Danyal
I recommend this place neat and clean
And very good service
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jun 2026
Emma
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Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Jun 2026
James
Great size room with not too far to walk to the centre.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2026
Sean
Lovely hotel with friendly staff in great location, Restaurant food was delicious, swimming pool was great also
Thanks for a lovely stay
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2026
Dean
Pleasantly surprised at the hotel and how nice it was.

The pool area was clean and relaxing with the steam and sauna being well maintained.

Breakfast was fantastic.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Jun 2026
Sally
Lovely stay as usual, but I must say, that although the Bar is supposed to be open 24x7, some theatre goers and I, were waiting 15 mins to get served at the bar, we were told by the Night Porter, that he had just come on!! I think if they advertise this service, bar 24x7, then it should be service at all times, as the Theatre goers said, it was one of the main reasons they booked the Hotel, so they could get a drink after the performance.
Everything else was great service, Spa facilities are very good, pool open early for a swim, 7am and they have members too who use it!! Great facilities!! Great stay!!
Self
8/10
Excellent
02 Jun 2026
Susan
Good location, 10 mins to the pier (20 back though !)
We stayed in the Lodge and the room was fine.
Good breakfast, plenty of choice.
My only grumble was the bathroom. As an older person I had a problem getting in/out of the bath in order to shower. No additional rails.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
John
It was a very enjoyable stay ,room was very nice bed very comfortable. Good breakfast. Pool and hot tub very nice
Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2026
Rebecca
Great hotel in a great location. Would definitely recommend and would stay again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2026
Alison
Great hotel, appears newly refurbished. 5 min walk to the sea - not much further to the centre. Would definately return
Partner
4/10
Poor
19 May 2026
Mr KC
Room was quite shabby. Shower was barely a dribble. We reported the shower but it was met with indifference. Gym poorly equipped. No toilet in changing room. Parking spaces very narrow. Hotel not worth the £100 a night. Breakfast limited but passable
8/10
Excellent
14 May 2026
Berkay
Everything was good but the internet. it was a terrible connection, it was keep dropping...
Business
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2026
Stuart
Aside from the 6am fire alarm it was a great stay, comfortable
Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
Magdalena
Very clean rooms! Staff were very friendly and helpful with any questions or concerns! Breakfast was excellent and delicious!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
Clarissa
The hotel had a nice indoor pool, a good breakfast and the staff were all helpful and friendly. It’s a short walk to the seafront and into town. Our room was in the lodge - a separate building but adjacent to main hotel, all clean and a decent sized room.
Small print stuff…Our parking was chargeable but I think I read somewhere that it’s free if you book directly with the hotel. We also paid a £50 refundable deposit per room per night.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 May 2026
John
Car parking bays are very tight
8/10
Excellent
27 Apr 2026
Aisha
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6/10
Pleasant
11 Apr 2026
David
Never had to queue into a car park to check in before. Incredibly slow and only one member of staff.
Had to provide my details even though I’d checked in online and entered everything on Holiday.com website.

One member of staff for Sat breakfast who was completely overwhelmed and couldn’t keep up with topping up food and cleaning tables.

Lodge felt dirty and front doors constantly broken. The whole place needs a refresh!

Thanks for regular 5.30am wake up calls from the bin lorries or deliveries. Just what you want when taking a break.

Very mediocre hotel and I won’t be booking there again.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2026
Paula
Lovely addition to the main hotel. Very clean great location. You can use all the facilities in the main hotel. Great breakfast.
Would definitely recommend and stay again
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2026
Jamie
Friendly staff, Pool and Hot tub are a great addition.
8/10
Excellent
01 Apr 2026
Amy
The staff were very helpful and welcoming.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Mar 2026
Andrew
Breakfast was great. Car charging was limited but I booked it and very reasonable rate. Didn’t use the spa but plenty did and seemed happy
Self
4/10
Poor
09 Mar 2026
Rupert
Walls so thin we could hear every word of conversation next door. No plugs next to beds. Pillows very uncomfortable. Disappointing.
4/10
Poor
03 Mar 2026
Ralph
Nice pool
Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2026
Neil
Very comfortable and spotless
Self
8/10
Excellent
23 Feb 2026
Donna
Room upgrade appreciated. Clean room. Staff welcoming and helpful. Great lounge ares to sit in and enjoyed use of the spa. Dining area very relaxing and food was great.
Partner
2/10
Poor
22 Feb 2026
Charlie
Room had a double socket loose, shower was really poor pressure and had to hold it to shower as water hardly came out, travel cot had a whole in the side, aircon didn’t work on heat.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
22 Feb 2026
mark
Yeah room.was lovely and breakfast was great booked on here , pay parking £12 if you booked accommodation on this site . But there are spots to park around for free . Had to wait till 3.45 to get into my room as wasn't ready . Heard other people asking for refund . Value for money I would say . I was unlucky as idiots in room next door with loud music gone past 11.30 pm . Hotel should do stuff about this . Lift wasn't working old people watch out ,
Partner
2/10
Poor
17 Feb 2026
Sian
Very run down, stale smelling and dated. Both my partner and I woke up with bed bug bites. Confirmed by a pharmacist. Absolutely shocking.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2026
Gemma
Staff extremely helpful and friendly. Spa facilities are really nice and well maintained. Overall very good value for money. The breakfast buffet is also very good 👍
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2026
Joe
It needed a little refurbishment but other than that, all good
Business Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Jan 2026
Jelagat
Clean room, great amenities and very walkable
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
26 Dec 2025
Paul
Room was fine and staff were very courteous. Breakfast good have been nicer.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Dec 2025
Kelvin
An easy comfortable overnight stay with friends, staff were very welcoming and a lovely open fire 🔥
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
11 Dec 2025
David
The room was above a function for a wedding so was noisy all night and during the night.
Bathroom door just slide across so not very private.
Breakfast was limited, so they cooked some fresh but left the original on the plate and we had to ask to keep it warm.
The second morning the freshly cooked food was just tipped on top of the older food in the warmer plates.
Partner
4/10
Poor
04 Dec 2025
Linda
Room needed updating , walls in places grubby and floorboards creaked .
Be careful when paying at bar and restaurant and get a receipt .
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
19 Nov 2025
Martin
Our room was in an annexe away from main hotel very dated rooms basic pillows wafer thin. Temperamental TV.
Breakfast buffet not like photos the reality is tinned prunes tinned peaches,hard bread, cereals topped up ontop of old cereal, hot food ok but tinned mushrooms, thick chewy bacon and sausages that could go threw a tank.
For the price dont restrict yourself theres better cafes outside we ate it twice on our stay and disappointed both times.
Swimming pool was nice but think they may be selling memberships to non residents as it was busy and certainly not for relaxing good if you want to do lengths.
Once again needs a good refurbishment.
Hotel looks good but there certainly is better for less.
Disappointing!!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Nov 2025
Louise
Room was very clean and spacious, lovely spa and tasty breakfast
8/10
Excellent
03 Nov 2025
Gemma
Lovely decor in the hotel, spa was great, well equipped gym and good comfy bed
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
01 Nov 2025
Anita
Breakfast good food could of been warmer
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Oct 2025
Natalie
Room clean and quiet. Staff were amazing and bar area and spa excellent. Room (in the lodge) a little dated and breakfast could have been hotter but overall would highly recommend. Staff were really lovely and helpful. Communal areas all more modern and stylish. Easy to walk to beach and into town. Parking. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
26 Oct 2025
Jelena
Love the pool and sauna
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Oct 2025
Tiia
Very lovely staff, clean rooms and convenient location. Great basic gym and the spa facilities were an added luxury. The only negative was the breakfast - the toaster was set on so hing it burned the toast in one round and the healthy fresh options were non-exixtent. The breakfast is not worth paying for for any plant-based people.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2025
Paul
Some Bath water leaked on to floor on emptying!
Bed mattress too hard for me.
Very quiet location on top floor of annexe excellent.
Overall more than satisfactory.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Oct 2025
Gareth
Room size was good
Partner
2/10
Poor
15 Oct 2025
Peter

Rubbish hotel

Dident bther drinking there
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2025
David
Over the years my family and I have stayed here many times and I’m happy to say that the high standards we have previously experienced, are ongoing. Excellent staff, great facilities and a fantastic breakfast. Sadly we didn’t get a chance to use the pool and leisure facilities due to our own busy schedule, but next time we will be sure to plan less and do more! Keep up the good work all at the Connaught.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Oct 2025
Belinda
Breakfast was cold nothing apart from the toast was hot(because you put it in the toaster yourself)what they had it in was not adequate in keep it hot, from what i heard they are aware the food is cold.
The room was spacious and relatively clean, bed was not the most comfortable and the pillows were flat.
Would definitely recommend the spa and massage
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Sep 2025
Jan
Stay here regularly as great location. Hotel and facilities are clean and kept to a great standard. First time had a bad night's sleep
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2025
Kevin
Nice hotel. Good value
Business
10/10
Exceptional
21 Sep 2025
Neal
Great staff, so courteous. Don’t skip on the breakfast. It was worth every penny.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
17 Sep 2025
Avais
Very cold welcome, no smile nor warm courtes, treated like a customer buying a takeaway in busy shop. Clearly struggling with directions to my room in an outbuilding but just kept getting repeat instructions, one of the 3 people on the counter (not doing anything else) could have easily stepped out with me a guided me to my room. Room was tiny and the bathroom ridiculously small, could just about get in sideways. Being a first time customer thought they would try and impress for return custom. Not checked SPA facilities so cannot comment.
Business Self
6/10
Pleasant
15 Sep 2025
Ashley

Lovely Stay

Great hotel, great staff. A bit dated, could use modernisation.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
13 Sep 2025
Sally
Great there was a gym and swimming pool on site and also spa as well
Self
6/10
Pleasant
11 Sep 2025
M C

Few days beak

Never heard of car parking charges for a blue badge. All receptionists were not as welcoming as i had in my previous hotel experiences. Room rather small only 1 person could walk around at a time.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Sep 2025
David
We should have booked direct and we would have saved £24 on parking.,a lesson learned.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
06 Sep 2025
Jonathan
Disappointed with this hotel. The photos on Expedia show all of the photos for the Connaught Hotel and not the Connaught Lodge which is a different building. The rooms aren’t as nice and the Expedia listing is not representative of where you’ll stay.

On top of this:

- the sink tap flooded the bathroom when using
- the TV barely worked
- housekeeping didn’t leave any towels
- the bed was very uncomfortable and the pillows were possibly the worst pillows I’ve ever seen in a hotel.

They charged additional for parking.

Overall a very disappointing stay and an exceptionally misleading Expedia listing.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
02 Sep 2025
Verified traveler

Great staff, underwhelming hotel

The hotel is ok, but the rooms are in desperate need of a refurb. We had mold in our room and the air con rattled every 5 minutes, which kept us up at night. We had to change rooms. This was done very quickly and the staff were fantastic. The 2nd room ceiling had the paint peeling quite badly, and the air con still rattled just not as often. Walls were very thin, we could here everything from the rooms next door and above. For the price it was a bit underwhelming. The location is pretty good, few mintues to town or the beach, the staff are great. But the hotel itself needs work. Also £12 a night just to park in their car park, is a bit cheeky. Your already paying for the room and its a private car park.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
01 Sep 2025
Elaine
Liked pool,staff called about lost item, and helped with luggage, bed good, window opened. Didn't like: fee to park! Room in old tired annex, up stairs, and still not cheap though not in main nicer building. The bath plug wouldn't hold so no bath.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Aug 2025
Carole
Good location to get to beach. Pool facilities as well. Comfortable room. However restaurant very quiet, not much atmosphere and menu not as good as the first time I visited a few years ago.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
22 Aug 2025
Mark
The Spa and Gym facilities was good. The staff were lovely.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
22 Aug 2025
Joshua
Stayed in the 'Lodge' next door to the main hotel. Which is a time capsule of decor and carpet stains. The finish of the Lodge is dated and and seemingly has paper thin walls and MDF doors.

The photos are extremely complimentary - and the actual rooms are dark, old and not pleasant to be in.

Staff were fine. Breakfast sucks. Parkings a nightmare (you have to pay, but good luck fitting a normal sized car in the bays).

Also, as a note to the hotel, contacting me via whatsapp is not as cool as you think it is. intrusive and unprofessional.

Unbelievable cost per night considering the age and state of the Lodge. Wouldn't stay again.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
18 Aug 2025
Helen
I came to this hotel for a spabreak as read online it was an excellent spa hotel. My room was comfortable and had everything i needed. However the spa facillities were quite dissapointing.
There are dirty areas and litter around the poolside. There were young children and babies with nappies on in the jacuzzi this is most unacceptable,as is extremely unhygienic and also dangerous for young babies. There were toddlers with inflatables in the jacuzzi aswell.
Parents should be responsible in keeping their offspring under supervision and should adhere to rules around the spa area such as no phones,no children in the jacuzzi etc.but sadly they fail to do so.
I would strongly suggest much larger,clearer signage in the jacuzzi area forbidding access to children and use of phones. Also after spending a while in the spa area myself i noticed a considerable lack of attendance by the spa staff in keeping the rules adhered to. They only popped their head round the door very seldomely. So after spending one night at the hotel and paying an extra £30 to use the spa the next morning and finding myself anxious and concerned about the above i went home feeling stressed rather than destressed and felt i needed a good wash. Not what youd expect of a spa break in a reputable Hotel.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
14 Aug 2025
D

Not great. Uncomfortable.

The sheets were uncomfortable, the pillows were old and really bad, and even when I received two additional ones, they were really uncomfortable.

The internet worked intermittently.

Very disappointing.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
13 Aug 2025
Lucy
Lovely room and spa facilities. Would come again!
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
13 Aug 2025
Blerta
The hotel has good location ,near to beach and town centre close to shops and restaurants .Also used the other facilities including on our reservation such as indoor pool and sauna.The room was small not very much clean but okay for 2 nights.Also breakfast was good.
Leisure
6/10
Pleasant
11 Aug 2025
Peter
Good location for beach and town. Good breakfast and lovely pool. Disappointed that steam room was not working and jacuzzi was half working. Room was pleasant but tight to get around the bed.
Partner
2/10
Poor
05 Aug 2025
Andrew
Please understand I am not the type of person to usually complain and often shy away from saying something, however, in this case I simply have to so future guests have the details they need.

I paid just over £80 for this booking and would be inclined to never use Expedia again based on this cost for such a poor hotel.

The hotel floor was filthy with toxic green stains on the carpet. Room 238 if you wish to check.

The bath didn’t hold water. The shower water pressure was beyond pointless.

The staff were friendly on reception but I believe this was the only person working as there was nobody manning the bar, to the point I gave up waiting and left, even after asking someone nobody came.


The spa was ok, but the smell in the gents changing rooms was incredible, and not in a good way. I couldn’t and wouldn’t ever shower in there!! It was foul!!

Overall I would say this was on par with a £25 a night hostel type and I genuinely feel mid-sold based on the very good grading by Expedia and the price paid.

Unless this is corrected, I don’t believe I’d trust this site going forwards.

Many thanks for your time and I appreciate this isn’t a good review. But it is a very honest one.

Andy
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Aug 2025
Paul
Our stay was really nice we will definitely be coming back . The pool and gym was really nice our room was great we had everything we needed , staff were friendly and helpful . Area was just right as it was only a short walk to town and beach. There was nothing we didn’t like really, we will be coming back 👍.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 Aug 2025
Darren

Decent size room

Decent size room, the lodge is looking somewhat dated on the outside but inside it is clean and tidy.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Aug 2025
Kellie

Lovely hotel close to the beach

We had a lovely 4 night stay. Staff were very friendly, polite and knowledgeable of the area. Situated near the beach, it was about 2 min walk to the beach and another 5 mins to the pier. We used the pool and facilities which were nice and clean. Breakfast was lovely and staff quick and attentive to clear dishes away.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Aug 2025
Amanda
The room and bed were comfortable and I skept well. The food options on the menu were varied and good
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
31 Jul 2025
Shaun

Connaught lodge

Just a couple of niggles. Wifi didn't work in hotel or lodge.

When changing the room, forgot to give me a clean towel.

No information about what to do in Bournemouth - might had helped
Self
4/10
Poor
27 Jul 2025
Colin
Terrible. Room was much too small. Bathroom was tiny ( I could have had a S**t and a shave at the same time)
Pictures shown are not of the rooms in Connaught Lodge
So bad I left after one night.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Jul 2025
Irene
Beautiful reception areas with comfortable seating. Very welcoming. Walkable to the prom and through the Bournemouth park and back.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Jul 2025
Lou

It’s functional and ok

I was here for one night in a single room in the lodge.
The room was on the top floor at the front of the lodge. The bathroom facilities are tiny, but functional.
The door to the room let in a lot of light from the hallway, meaning I had to place a towel at the bottom of the door to be able to sleep. Air con was great though, with a nice quiet setting for night time.
I used the pool first thing, which was busy with other early risers but beware! It’s about 20 degrees c! In the end I used the showers in the changing room because it looked cleaner than the room, albeit a push tap so took ages to rinse.
I had a meal the night before, it was nice but a very hearty portion of pasta with roasted tomato and burrata: I couldn’t finish it
Parking was questionable - some of the spaces are very narrow; thankfully an event was loading up when I got there and they helped me reverse into a space - without them I think I would have struggled.

Definitely not a place for a mini break, but for work, it’ll do.
Self
4/10
Poor
25 Jul 2025
Verified traveler
The lodge is very dated,the room was rather grubby ,windows and curtains on the dirty side,limited dining menu,charged £10 a day to use car park,twice I mentioned residents in the flats opposite were using car park but nothing happened,would I stay there again,probably not..
Partner
2/10
Poor
23 Jul 2025
Paul
Room was dirty and tired. Wouldn’t use the hotel ever again.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Jul 2025
Jackie

Short stay

Over all our stay was good. Disappointed to have to pay extra for breakfast and parking because i booked with Hotels.com
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
11 Jul 2025
Verified traveler

Satisfactory stay

The staff and location were the highlights of our stay but the Connaught Lodge is tired and needs refurbishment. Bed was clean and comfortable but the furniture is drab and the bathroom cramped. Good quality toiletries provided. Had issue with key card and getting into my room which was not resolved so glad only stayed one night. They advertise free parking but only if you book direct and the price matching offer on their website was not available when calling hotel so better to use booking agent as hotel is not worth the advertised rate on the hotel’s own website. Would not return as disappointed with Bournemouth as a town which has rapidly gone downhill since my last visit about three years ago. Not a safe place to walk around now.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
10 Jul 2025
Tim
Parking was extra £10 per day....rip off
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Jul 2025
Elizabeth
The location is excellent to access the town and the beach. The spa facilities were good but the jacuzzi wasn't working. The food was good but not much of fruit options. The dinner prices were expensive.
The room was cleaned, quiet and I could rest.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
06 Jul 2025
Haroon

Nice location and big room but

Decent hotel large bed and room with a big tv. Air conditioning a huge plus.

Downside was front desk clearly having our available but not letting us access it until 3 pm unless we paid extra £30.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2025
Kate
We had a warm welcome gave me tour straight away checked in quickly found the our standard room light airy and roomy and clean
Enjoyed the courtyard woth a couple of drink barstaff very friendly and service with our meal was excellent
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Jun 2025
Ian
Nice hotel. Good facilities especially th spa area.Good location for the beach. Signage for Connaught Lodge could be improved as not very clear.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
25 Jun 2025
Justin
Perfect location for what we needed. Would definitely stay again!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2025
Thirumaaran
Excellent
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2025
Fairport Holdings Ltd
Beautiful hotel in great location, room I had was comfortable & spacious for a single room but great to see it was a large single bed so plentiful for me being 6ft 4 tall. Good wifi..sometimes collapsed but came back quickly.
Would stay again, this time couldnt experience spa & pool because of achilles injury.
Business
6/10
Pleasant
09 Jun 2025
Mustapha
The property where reception is is beautiful. There is a garden thats peaceful and attractive. The staff are very welcoming and very helpful. Only thing that let it down was the room. No labelled shampoo or conditioner or even hand soap/gel. We had to buy this. The bed wasn't to my personal liking, the materess was hard and the bed was too high for me being 8 months pregnant was hard getting in and out but perhaps that part is just because i am pregnant. However, overall, i would recommend this hotel to other guests as everything else was perfect. The spa facilities were amazing too.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Jun 2025
Verified traveler

Transit stop approval.

Generally ok. Room was clean and comfortable. OK for an overnight transit stop. Would not really want to stay for any extended time.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
02 Jun 2025
Jasminder
Breakfast was good. Jacuzzi was lovely. Pool water was a but too cold which is why most of the guests were un the Jacuzzi. Receptionist was cheerful and very sociable . Overf
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2025
JOHN
Lovely hotel and rooms. Parking was a bit painful.
8/10
Excellent
21 May 2025
Alison
Great place to stay when wanting to be close to the beach, short walk of 10mins.
Beautiful little garden in centre of hotel. Swimming pool etc facilities were good enough for the time we had. Polite and helpful staff, especially at breakfast. Only downside is could do will a refurb as bit dated, or at least replace carpets as smelt musky around the hotel and corridors, and room. Other than that i would visit again
Leisure
2/10
Poor
18 May 2025
Kim

Avoid at all.costs!

Unclean carpets, hallway, staurs filthy. Room smelt.
Stayed in a Jnr suite!!! A small room with a bizarre corridor and filthy smelly room attached to it that was only fit to store suitcases! The sofa was filthy!!!
Free parking, not available due to a wedding party taking every available space!
Never would i stay there again, more hostel than hotel!!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 May 2025
Lance
Terrible shower and uncomfortable bed and uncomfortable pillows and no sugar
Partner
4/10
Poor
14 May 2025
Gary

Stay in a tent it's better

Really disappointed, I paid to upgrade my room...what a terrible mistake

Safe didn't work
TV remote didn't work
Kettle lid fell off
Shower was garbage
Communal hallways and landing is disgusting, at best 2*

Health Club?
That is a dump! Gym equipment, at least 20 years old.... jacuzzi had hardly no power jets,

Positive is all the staff are lovely, apart from Maria the duty Manager who was supposed to contact me with my stay issues, how strange to this day I've still not heard from her....
Partner

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The Connaught Lodge
32 West Hill Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom

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