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The Kensington Hotel

2.5 star property
The Kensington Hotel provides a peaceful retreat in bustling Bournemouth City Centre, where guests can unwind in beautiful gardens or enjoy drinks at the bar.

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Travelers find a quiet escape at The Kensington Hotel in Bournemouth City Centre, featuring a relaxing garden and inviting bar. Enjoy WiFi, full breakfast options, and convenient laundry facilities. The multilingual staff receives positive reviews from guests.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is ฿2,166
฿2,599 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun

Room options

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Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Quadruple Room | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Family Quadruple Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located near the beach, The Kensington Hotel is in Bournemouth City Centre, a neighbourhood in Bournemouth. Sandbanks Beach and Poole Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bournemouth Beach and New Forest National Park. Oceanarium and Bournemouth Natural Science Society are also worth visiting. Visit our Bournemouth travel guide
Map
18 Durley Chine Road, Bournemouth, England, BH2 5LE

What's nearby

  • Bournemouth Beach
    Bournemouth Beach
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bournemouth Lower Gardens
    Bournemouth Lower Gardens
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bournemouth International Centre
    Bournemouth International Centre
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pavilion Theatre and gardens, Bournemouth, Dorset; Shutterstock ID 290396516; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:
    Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bournemouth Pier
    Bournemouth Pier
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Bournemouth Station
    4 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pinocchio Ristorante
    4 min walk
  • Smokin' Aces
    6 min walk
  • Brewhouse & Kitchen
    5 min walk
  • the palm
    4 min walk
  • Flirt Café Bar
    7 min walk

About this property

The Kensington Hotel

  • Hotel near Bournemouth Beach
  • Bournemouth International Centre and Bournemouth Pier are located near The Kensington Hotel, which provides a garden, laundry facilities and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
    • Multilingual staff and smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at The Kensington Hotel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with baths or showers
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: GBP 5.99 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 50 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 5.99 per person

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

You need to know

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is The Kensington Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kensington Hotel?

As of 9 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kensington Hotel on 17 Jun 2026 start from ฿2,166, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Kensington Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Kensington Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at The Kensington Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Kensington Hotel located?

Located in Bournemouth City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Durley Chine Beach, Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth International Centre. The Square and Bournemouth Lower Gardens are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Kensington Hotel Reviews

6.4

6.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

6.8

Staff & service

5.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 219 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 219 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 219 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 219 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovley stay and staff where vwry freindly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, walking distance to attractions and restaurants. Very clean, easy check in and was told all about the area and history of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Friendly, no frills, and convenient location

No frills but cheerful seaside hotel. Convenient location and good size room. Don't expect luxury but friendly service and simple accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Ideal location for the conference creature. Room very basic with limited coffee/tea/ milk. No soap in the shower. TV couldn’t get to work. But I did enjoy my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Danielle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not the best but for 2star you cant exoect too much. Holes in the wall, Shower tray that didnt drain. But Man on desk friendly and room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tony

We see the reviews and really took a risk as there was not many good ones.when we arrived the hotel does look a little tired it needs a little love and attention to detail but we was pleasantly surprised with our room it was airy and clean and that was our main concern.also we got a up grade so that was a bonus for the price you can’t go wrong tbf everything is near so that’s always a bonus 👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

julie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly Staff. Not far from beach. Downside was the noise coming from next room of loud music. Also lot of banging doors till early hours of the morning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Good location. No restaurant in the hotel. Reception was closed when we arrived (we were early, but worried about parking before we checked in). Rooms were okay, but the furniture was a bit "tired". Probably just about value for money considering a last minute booking in August at a decent location in Bournemouth.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Saturday stay

Our room was a nice size for 3 of us, the beds had random feet on them, pieces of wood glued together.. little things 1 toilet roll , the tv didnt work, the shower doors we falling off, no shower gel ; etc provided, the toilet seat was loose and kept moving, the sink was dirty under the rim..no matching furniture in the room, under the cabinets dirty found a random piece of wood, only 2 cups when 3 off us stayed, so not enough tea , coffee etc..a old mattress, and other rubbish left at the back of the carpark, in full view..the fire exit door was very hard to open, used for a smoking area..people unfortunately moaning about their stay in reception, when we arrived and left .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

A

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Cheap n cheerful

A real mix of ok and could do better.. Lovely chap on reception who gave a overview of Dorset and sandbanks. The room had a few issues TV remote missing No towels Window opens fully to a flat roof with staircase so not secure But Beds were ok and room was warm but it was the hottest day of the year Shower leaked Plugs had a smell of drains It was a good location and parking was free It worked for one night as a cheap stay over.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Walkable to beach and free parking was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hospitable and cozy

It was great; we’ll stay there again next visit. It was very convenient to the beach and town center.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manami

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff is very kind. I want to stay here again at bournemouth trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

MOHAMMED

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could do with a bit more tea and coffee in the room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent for a visit to Bournemouth.

We enjoyed our stay at the Kensington hotel. In a nutshell I can’t fault it! We would definitely come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great stay in Bournemouth

Friendly and informative gentlemen on reception. Our third visit and we will be back. Location ideal for town and beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very hospitable staff. Gentleman at front desk had lots of local information.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gillian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They had no record of my already fully paid account. Great stress and anxiety. Cold room at night as they turned the heating off, and only a summer quilt in the winter. No hooks in bathroom for towels. No replenishment of tea and coffee for 3 days. I will not stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maihrnisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gosh hotel

Walking distance to everything, very clean and comfortable. But bring a body shower soap and shampoo, there are none in the bathroom
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amar

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good reception mr jerry. The beds could do with better quality without attached headboard. We stayed for 2 nights and the bins where not taken out. As good will gesture should give shower gel or soup.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Grace

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Host is very pleasant, has a wealth of local knowledge. The room was a good size for a family. Wifi worked well. The cleaning can be improved by ensuring the floor is swept of sand (probably left by previous guest) and the kettle and cups could do with a scrub.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location Great staff.

Nice hotel in a convenient location for the centre of town. Very welcoming staff. Elaine at the front desk showed us up to our room and told us all we needed to know. A nice change from the usual ...' your room is on the second floor'.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Marina

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very dirty
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was nice and quiet friendly staff too. The room was a nice size and clean. Some things it could do with is bedside lamps and a mirror. The bed was a bit uncomfortable too.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023