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
"Good car park"
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
"Fantastic location with great views out over the beaches. Close amenities such as restaurants, shops, beach etc. Outdoor pool is lovely again with views out to see. Delicious breakfast with good selection of food. Helpful staff. Limited parking but does have EV chargers. Highly recommended"
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Royal Bath Hotel
"Windows were stuck fast leaving just a fan in the room for a hot evening. Bathroom pressure was good. Ok for one night. Breakfast was not worth the money- no pastries and small selection to choose from"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Village Hotel Bournemouth

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
"Staff very helpful, friendly and approachable. Room was reasonably comfortable and tucked away in a quiet corner on the ground floor. Beds very clean and comfortable. Room was clean, roomy and stocked with tea and coffee. Bathroom was clean, spacy and had a small amount of shower gel, soap and 2 ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Sandbanks Hotel
"Some areas showed their age . Staff where courteous and kind . Views are wonderful but the terrace needs tidying up. Breakfast was like a feast! 25 to 30 years ago we used to come regularly for several holidays a year. It's an old building and needs a brush up. They've tried to maximise money making ..."
Reviewed on 2 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.

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

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 Alum Chine Beach.




















