Southbourne Travel Guide
Bournemouth
Visit Southbourne
Stay near popular Southbourne attractions
Things to do

Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door Mini-Coach Tour from Bournemouth

Poole Fish & Chips Lunchtime or Evening Cruise
Top hotels in Southbourne

Laguna Hotel
"The room was clean and well maintained with the staff being very friendly and breakfast being delicious with the pool and jacuzzi being so relaxing and chilling. The only minus would be that the rooms have no AC so be prepared to bring your own cooling fan."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Royal Bath Hotel
"Upside: SUPER friendly and helpful staff, nice bar. Good atmosphere. An amazing garden. Great location - easy walk to the beach. Quiet, despite being central. To manage your expectation: - The hotel is very old with squeaky wooden floors under the carpet… the furniture is from ages ago, too. If you ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
"Breakfast was very good, quality products used. The pool area and other amenities are dated. Pool staff didn’t bother removing left towels from beds so you don’t know if someone left them or keeping the bed occupied. Air con in our room was working perfectly, mind that we visited during the heat ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Village Hotel Bournemouth
"The room was large and well appointed. The bathroom could have done with better clean. Rogue hairs on floor but everywhere else good. Apart from mosquito that ate me alive nothing but good to say. Ate in restaurant. Food good but very slow service. 55 mins for simple order. Would recommend ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
"Great staff, location and refurbishment. Food, drink, garden and leisure facilities excellent and the whole team couldn't be more helpful. Useful perks like free water, good tea and coffee tray, an actual bath and £5 off you don't have your room cleaned to spend on food or drink. Can't recommend ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Sandbanks Hotel
"Location, location, location… that is the hotel’s real selling point. Dated, in desperate need of refurbishment, with slapdash housekeeping and rooms needing a deep clean. An unremarkable breakfast and distinctly nonchalant staff."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Southbourne

Bournemouth City Centre
The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Bournemouth City Centre. Make a stop by Bournemouth Beach or Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre while you're exploring the area.

Boscombe
Boscombe is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like O2 Academy Bournemouth and Boscombe Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Bournemouth.

Westbourne
Notable for its beaches, restaurants and spas, Westbourne is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Bournemouth. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Bournemouth Beach or Durley Chine Beach.

West Cliff
While visiting West Cliff, you might make a stop by sights like Bournemouth Beach and Durley Chine Beach.




















