Marsham Court Hotel - Located on the exclusive East Cliff and close to the town centre, this hotel is walking distance of white-sand beaches, the pier and the cosmopolitan town centre Marsham Court Hotel has a delightful south-facing pool (heated May-October) set in beautiful gardens. Fabulous sea views can be enjoyed from the terraces and many of the rooms. Friendly, attentive staff make the hotel an ideal venue for family holidays, weekends away, golf breaks and business trips.

Britannia Bournemouth Hotel - Offering a heated indoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi, this hotel sits near East Cliff Beach, less than a mile from the central rail and bus stations. An informal, spacious restaurant offers an array of hot and cold buffet dishes, whilst the lounge and bar provide relaxed surroundings in which to enjoy a snack or a drink whilst taking advantage of the free Wi-Fi access. With a small, private, free-to-use car park, The Britannia Bournemouth is close to Bournemouth town centre, which offers a wide range of shops and bars. You'll also be only a short drive away from the New Forest, Poole and Christchurch.

Applewood Hotel - Situated in its own grounds close to the centre of Bournemouth, this family-run hotel offers a range of accommodation in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, perfect for both holiday and business guests. Ideally located on Bournemouth's West Cliff, the Applewood Hotel is within easy reach of the award-winning beaches, shops, bars, theatres and nightlife. The BIC is also only a 5 to 10-minute walk away. In the evenings you can enjoy access to the large garden with outdoor seating, which can be directly accessed from the licensed bar and TV lounge.

The Haven - The Haven is located literally on the waters edge, on the famous Sandbanks peninsula in Poole. The facilities at the 77-bedroom hotel include everything you would expect from a four-star hotel and more. The hotel offers a 2,500 sq ft Leisure Club, a Health and Beauty Spa and two superb restaurants: the main hotel restaurant and the La Roche, both of which have panoramic views over Poole Bay and Studland. Most of the 77 bedrooms have recently been refurbished and are all well appointed, many with sea views and balconies. The hotel also houses exceptional conference/business facilities, both within the hotel and in a purpose-built conference centre.

The Chine Hotel - Believed by many to be Bournemouth's best-kept secret, this hotel is a true oasis of comfort and relaxation, set in 3 acres of mature gardens which provide a spectacular backdrop to the 87 bedrooms. The hotel is only a 2-minute leisurely walk from miles of golden sandy beaches, and just a 5-minute drive from Bournemouth's bustling town centre, which boasts excellent shopping and entertainment. In the evenings, after a long day, you can visit the Chine's AA Rosette award-winning restaurant, where you can sample a freshly prepared meal whilst admiring in the breathtaking sea views.

Hotel Rembrandt - Just minutes from Weymouth's beach, shops and attractions, this well-located hotel offers free access to its leisure club with large indoor pool. Hotel Rembrandt offers ample parking, free Wi-Fi and disabled access throughout. There is a popular, good-value restaurant and bar.

Heights Hotel and Leisure Centre - Set on the summit of Portland near Weymouth, amidst the newly awarded World Heritage Jurassic Coast, this hotel has stunning views over Chesil Beach and Weymouth 2012 Olympic Sailing venue. The Heights Hotel is a modern, friendly residence with high standards and well-appointed en suite bedrooms. The new bar and bistro has stunning sea and coastal views. Facilities include a fully-equipped leisure centre with heated outdoor swimming pool, a sauna, a steam room and a squash court (pool open from March to October inclusive). Conference and function facilities can cater for up to 150 people.

Premier Inn Bournemouth Westcliff - In Bournemouth's Westcliff area, this Premier Inn hotel offers comfortable and modern rooms, an on-site restaurant/bar and limited free parking, all just minutes on foot from the beach and the BIC. The Premier Inn Bournemouth Westcliff is 0.6 miles (1 km) from the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC). The beach is just a 5-minute walk away and the pier is only 10 minutes' walk away. Some rooms can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The full all-you-can-eat breakfast has the expected cooked items, including vegetarian sausages, as well as a wide continental selection.

Menzies Carlton - Overlooking the sea and the award-winning gardens, this luxurious 4-star hotel is positioned on Bournemouth's East Cliff and offers elegant accommodation, an indoor leisure complex and superb sea views. The Menzies Carlton is renowned as one of Bournemouth's most luxurious hotels. Set high on the town's East Cliff, the hotel commands impressive views across the bay. Sensitively restored to its former glory, the hotel's grandeur and elegant charm extends from the richly decorated reception areas and lounges to the spacious and attractively furnished bedrooms. The superb facilities include the sophisticated cocktail bar and the award-winning Fredricks restaurant. The restaurant serves the very best in English and international cuisine, with the sparking sea views as a glorious backdrop. The Waves Health & Leisure Club offers a fully equipped gymnasium, a spa bath, a sauna and a solarium. There is an indoor swimming pool and an outdoor heated pool, during the summer.

West Cliff Inn - In Bournemouth's West Cliff area, close to the town's shops and beautiful, award-winning beaches, this brand new 3-star hotel offers free Wi-Fi and free on-site parking. Newly refurbished to a 3-star standard, the West Cliff Inn has a great location in the quieter West Cliff area, just a short walk from Bournemouth's beaches and the shops of the town centre. The Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) is also within easy reach. All of the en suite rooms have telephones, hairdryers, irons, ironing boards and 32-inch Sony LCD flat-screen TVs with Freeview digital channels. Each room includes soaps, shower gels and shampoos, as well as tea/coffee making facilities. The bar and brasserie serves coffees and teas during the day, as well as contemporary English cuisine. The bar serves a range of beers and wines and has an outdoor patio area on a south-facing terrace, which receives the sun from early morning to early evening.

Arndale Court Hotel - Situated within the major feeder links, a warm and friendly welcome awaits all guests at this well established 3-star hotel, which offers good quality en suite accommodation with the added touch of a natural relaxing atmosphere. The Arndale Court Hotel has great pride in its fully extensive a la carte restaurant, with menus designed and managed by our Head Chef Martin Hayward. Carefully prepared to savor every taste, including a fully extensive vegetarian and bar menu. Room service is available for those guests that wish to retire in privacy and relax in one of the hotel's fully equipped rooms. Each of the 39 en suite bedrooms offer all of the facilities that one would expect from a 3-star hotel. Many of the bedrooms have their own individual character and are ideal for the business traveller and families alike.

Durley Grange Hotel - Providing all the luxuries of a hotel combined with all the comforts of home, this family-run hotel is located within walking distance of Bournemouth's bustling town centre and award-winning sandy beaches. A bright and airy hotel, ideal for a relaxing holiday, Durley Grange provides a range of facilities for you to use during your stay. Soak away your stresses in the indoor heated pool and jacuzzi, before unwinding in the sauna. In the evenings, take your time over selecting one of the restaurant's mouth-watering dishes. Prepared using the freshest ingredients, the menu features cuisine with a slight French influence, fused with traditional home cooking.

Best Western The Royal Chase Hotel - Situated on the outskirts of Shaftesbury, set within picturesque private grounds, this Georgian ex-monastery has been transformed into a luxury hotel. Byzant, the hotel's award-winning restaurant, offers a variety of English and continental cuisine, serving creative interpretations of traditional and modern dishes. The Country Bar serves snacks and light meals. The hotel's indoor pool, Turkish steam room and spa bath offer the chance to unwind and let your stresses and strains ebb away.

Quality Hotel Bournemouth - In a quiet tree-lined avenue on Bournemouth's exclusive East Cliff, the hotel is just a short stroll away from the golden sandy beaches and the cosmopolitan town centre. The Quality Hotel has a great location, within easy reach of all that the lively seaside town of Bournemouth has to offer. All of the shops, bars and restaurants are within easy walking distance, as is the Pavilion Theatre and the BIC (Bournemouth International Centre). The hotel is well connected by public transport and is a 15-minute walk from Bournemouth Travel Interchange - the town's train, bus and coach station. Bournemouth Airport is only a 20-minute drive away. A shuttle leaves from the end of the road once an hour and takes only 20 minutes to reach the airport. Free parking is available for guests. The hotel has a choice of 3 restaurants: the Sherbourne Restaurant, the ? la carte Blue Moon Restaurant and the famous Hancocks Bar. The bar is named in honour of the comedian Tony Hancock, who grew up here when the building was owned by his parents and called the Durlston Court. There are 54 en suite rooms, all with tea/coffee making facilities and TVs with Freeview digital channels. Free wireless internet access is available throughout the hotel.

Premier Inn Bournemouth East - A 10-minute walk from Bournemouth town centre, this family-friendly Premier Inn has free parking and is within easy reach of the A338 and the beach. The Premier Inn Bournemouth East is well placed for the Bournemouth International Centre. This modern hotel has en suite rooms and the on-site Table Table restaurant. Some rooms at this Premier Inn can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The full all-you-can-eat breakfast has the expected cooked items, including vegetarian sausages, as well as a wide continental selection.

The Mayfair Hotel - Within easy walking distance of the town centre, the Bournemouth International Centre, and only minutes from the pier and beaches, this hotel is known for the quality of its fine food. Close to the town centre, the Mayfair is ideal for visiting the town's vibrant and cosmopolitan shopping areas. With plenty of stylish cafes and restaurants, and high calibre West End shows, Bournemouth has enough diverse venues to make it the entertainment capital of the South Coast - all within walking distance the hotel. Bournemouth also boasts 7 miles of golden, sandy beach, and a beautiful coastline which has won a string of awards, including the European Blue Flag for superior water quality. As well as being a beautiful place to relax, Bournemouth Beach is a safe and popular destination for high-energy water activities such as white water speedboat rides, wet biking, surfing and body boarding. Sorry but we do not accept stag or hen parties.

Hallmark Hotel and Spa Bournemouth - Hallmark Hotel & Spa offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and superb leisure facilities close to Bournemouth's West Cliff, a 5-minute walk from the town centre. The impressive leisure facilities include a health spa, beauty treatment rooms and a leisure club, with fully equipped gym and 12-metre indoor pool. The adults-only health spa has 3 spa pools, sauna, steam room, aromatherapy cave and peaceful relaxation lounge. The beauty spa offers treatments such as pedicures and hot-stone massage therapy. The stylish en suite rooms were all fully refurbished in March 2009. Each has 30-inch plasma-screen TV, ceiling fan and tea/coffee. Some have balconies and large bay windows.

Chelsea Hotel - A welcoming family-run hotel, Chelsea Hotel is 3 minutes from Bournemouth Train Station and 10 minutes from the vibrant town centre, with its bars, clubs and restaurants. Bournemouth boasts a wealth of attractions, including the Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth International Centre and Bournemouth Gardens. Bournemouth's coach and bus stations are just a short walk away. Guests can relax over a drink at the hotel bar, before exploring the town centre. All rooms in the hotel have a Freeview flat-screen TV and breakfast is available to guests. Chelsea Hotel is a brief walk away from Bournemouth's beautiful cliff top with striking views across the bay and the award-winning beach. Guests will find the Zig-Zag path that leads to miles of long, sandy beaches.

The Bournebeat - This elegant town house on West Cliff is located just a minute from the seaside and sandy beach and a few steps away from Bournemouth's bustling town centre. The hotel offers comfortable en suite accommodation. Each rooms is equipped with a DVD player and various modern facilities. In the hotel's music-themed lobby you can enjoy a cocktail and admire the memorabilia.

Ocean View Hotel - Ocean View Hotel on East Cliff has views of Poole Bay and the Purbecks, and an outdoor heated pool in its gardens. Some rooms have sea views and balconies. The well-maintained seafront hotel is directly above miles of golden sandy beach, accessed by pathways or the cliff-top lift (in summer only). It is 10 minutes' walk from the town centre and award-winning gardens. Bournemouth Interchange is 1.2 miles (2 km) away. Ocean View Hotel has friendly and able staff, and evening entertainment on most nights. There is a games room at the Ocean View's sister hotel.

Crown Hotel - Crown Hotel sits on the edge of Blandford, with views of the Stour River's water meadows and the town. It has a gastro-style restaurant and a stylish, upmarket bar. The current hotel was completely refurbished in 2008 - there has been an inn on this site since the 1300s. The friendly, welcoming team will aim to make your stay enjoyable. All rooms are en suite and host some unique furniture, and Crown Hotel also has meeting rooms and a 200-seater function suite. Blandford Forum is nestled in Hardy's 'Blackmore Vale', 25 miles (40 km) from Bournemouth and 20 miles (32 km) from Salisbury.

Harbour Heights Hotel - Originally built in the 1920s and transformed into a modern classic, this serene boutique hotel is characterised by contemporary elegance and stunning panoramic views across Poole Harbour. The Harbour Heights Hotel offers a subtle modernity with a classic Rhode Island twist, creating light, fresh interiors that are relaxing and welcoming. The exquisite food in the HarBar Brasserie and the individually commissioned furnishings and artwork make us unique. All 38 rooms have unique appeal and a timeless quality, many overlooking the sea and harbour. The critically acclaimed restaurant, the HarBar Brasserie, offers distinctive and exciting menus, while the bar area has relaxing music, funky furniture and a superb selection of cocktails.

The Bournemouth Maemar Hotel - After a major refurbishment, the Maemar Hotel offers free Wi-Fi and attractively decorated rooms at great-value rates in a good central location, close to Bournemouth's beaches. Now fully refurbished, the Bournemouth Maemar Hotel has an excellent location, just minutes away from the very heart of the town centre, the lovely beaches and the BIC (Bournemouth International Centre). All of Bournemouth's shops, bars and pubs and clubs are within easy reach. The hotel's own spacious bar is open all hours and the entertainment lounge offers regular live music and entertainment, with a dance floor and a large flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The light and airy self-service restaurant offers varied and plentiful food, made using fresh, local produce. Evening meals are available by prior arrangement. With newly refurbished rooms, the hotel offers good-value accommodation to suit all budgets.

Ramada Encore - Brand new contemporary hotel, close to town centre, shops and sea. 114 modern bedrooms with power showers. Ramada Encore boasts a brand new hotel with 114 bedrooms fitted with all modern facilities and a hub room, which will serve coffees and snacks through the day. All rooms are en suite and have power showers and interactive TVs. The hotel is 100% non-smoking. Minimum two night stays over a weekend.

Captains Club Hotel and Spa - Located 5 minutes from the beach, these stunning, river-facing 2 and 3-bedroom luxury suites with separate kitchen and living areas are ideal for long or short stays. Captains Club Hotel and Spa is located in the historic and constantly evolving market town of Christchurch, which is a 15-minute drive from Bournemouth town centre and airport. Led by design, this hotel is chic, contemporary, welcoming and spacious. There is a very popular restaurant with excellent food and service. Spa facilities include a vitality pool and sauna.

Langtry Manor Hotel - This boutique hotel offers Edwardian elegance, contemporary style and award-winning cuisine just 5 minutes from shops, bars and theatres, and a short stroll from miles of sandy beaches. Langtry Manor Hotel was voted 'Best Hotel in Bournemouth' by The Guardian and winner of 'Best Small Hotel' by Bournemouth Tourism. It is well-located on a quiet tree-lined avenue. The warm, inviting home is steeped in history and romance, and offers high standards of personal service. All the bedrooms are individually designed and many have four-poster beds or Jacuzzi baths.

The Windsor Hotel - With spectacular sea views and free Wi-Fi throughout, the Windsor Hotel is situated right on the seafront promenade and is the closest hotel to the beach. The Windsor Hotel's superb location means you will hardly need to cross a road during your stay in Weymouth! The Windsor is close to all that this charming traditional seaside resort has to offer, including the shops of the town centre and the local attractions. Weymouth Rail Station is less than 350 metres away and the town's bus and coach stations are also within easy walking distance. The Windsor offers quality bed and breakfast accommodation in light and attractive rooms, some of which have stunning sea views. A full English breakfast is served in the sea-facing dining room between 08:00 and 09:00. The Windsor is family run and your hosts, Tony and Seonaid, pride themselves on offering a warm welcome and a friendly, relaxing atmosphere.

Premier Inn Poole Centre (Holes Bay) - Superbly situated, Premier Inn Poole Centre (Holes Bay) is a brief walk to the town centre and Poole Train Station, providing the ideal base from which to explore the area. Some of the comfortable rooms at Premier Inn can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children are also served a free full breakfast, when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The full all-you-can-eat breakfast includes cooked items, vegetarian options and a wide continental selection. Premier Inn Poole Centre (Holes Bay) is next to the Holes Bay Table Table restaurant, serving a varied menu in a welcoming environment. There is free on-site parking and a 24-hour reception at this Premier Inn.

Ullswater Hotel - Situated on West Cliff, the hotel is only 100 metres from the cliff top, with marvellous views over the bay to Studland, over Bournemouth to the east and along the coast. With easy access to the beach, the Ullswater Hotel is in a quiet location away from the main road and traffic noise, yet only a few minutes' walk away from the town centre, theatre, pier and Bournemouth International Centre (BIC). The hotel is family-run, with an emphasis on good, friendly service, and excellent food in the well-recommended, highly popular restaurant. Please note: the hotel only accepts 2 night stays at weekends and do not cater for single sex groups.

Chewton Glen Hotel - Chewton Glen, probably the best combination of country house grandeur, food and spa facilities anywhere in the uk. A five red star hotel on the edge of the New Forest and just minutes walk from the sea. Chewton Glen is a luxury hotel, spa and country club situated between the ancient New Forest and the sea. Featuring an award-winning restaurant, world-class leisure activities, luxurious accommodation, and modern conference facilities, Chewton Glen is the perfect destination for romantic escapes, relaxing getaways, or corporate events alike.