Lynden Court Hotel - This recently refurbished, non-smoking hotel offers budget accommodation 365 days a year for students, backpackers, contractors, business travellers and stag and hen parties. With very competitive prices, Lynden Court Hotel is ideally located in the heart of Bournemouth's West Cliff within a few minutes' walk of the town centre, B. I. C, restaurants, nightclubs, and the beautiful sandy beach and pier.

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel - Occupying a privileged cliff-top position, adjacent to the Bournemouth International Centre, this contemporary-style hotel boasts panoramic sea views and easy access to Bournemouth Town Centre. With 7 miles of golden beaches, great entertainment and beautiful parks and gardens, Bournemouth is the ideal choice for a relaxing break away from the stresses of everyday life. The Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel is located within easy reach of Dorset's many attractions, including Lulworth Castle and Compton Acres. The Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel provides a range of facilities to ensure that your stay is both comfortable and memorable. These include spacious air-conditioned rooms, a fully equipped leisure club, an indoor and outdoor pool and superb event facilities.

Eastbury Hotel - The Eastbury, now an elegant hotel, was in Georgian days a private residence. Relax in our peaceful walled garden. Now a privately owned hotel. The Eastbury, now an elegant hotel, was in Georgian days a private residence. It's imposing facade is a noted landmark in the quiet, lower part of Old Sherborne, five minutes leisurely walk from the Abbey and the town's main shopping parade. Typical of a gentleman's residence of that period, the house is spacious light and comfortable. The Eastbury invites relaxation and enjoyment of the finer pleasures of life. The private rooms have been individually decorated and furnished and all have en suite facilities. With the comfort and enjoyment of our guests in mind, each bedroom has remote controlled colour TV offering terrestrial and satellite channels, direct dial telephone and luxury bathrobes. The reputation of our award winning restaurant goes far, far beyond Dorset but we take a particular pride that it also enjoys a strong local affection and regular patronage. Our style basically English, the finest, freshest local ingredients, well prepared and attentively served. Our seafood dishes are as equally highly regarded as our meat - which is somewhat exceptional in the restaurant world. The garden at the Eastbury is an absolute joy. Walled, south facing, an acre in extent with broad lawns and planted with shrubs, trees and hedges it is indeed a peaceful haven in a rushing world. On a fine Summer evening dinner on the terrace - memories are made of this. All our facilities are available all year round to ensure that your special occasion is really memorable. We offer facilities for business meetings, seminars, conferences and private celebrations of all kinds

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.

Best Western Hotel Royale - This privately owned hotel is on Bournemouth's exclusive, pretty East Cliff; the tranquil location and superb facilities make the hotel a relaxing haven. Only 5 minutes' walk from the town's famous sandy beaches, the hotel is a peaceful oasis, surrounded by tall pine trees and gardens. The pride of the hotel is its own first-rate Aqua health and leisure club for the exclusive use of guests. The facilities include a large and airy indoor heated swimming pool. The sheltered gardens are next to the leisure club and are great for a relaxing stroll or soaking up the sun. Bournemouth's high-class fashion boutiques, restaurants, nightclubs and theatres are a short stroll away. The hotel also offers its own stylish brasserie restaurant, as well a large lounge and bar area.

The Grand Hotel - Dating from 1898, this wonderful hotel commands a majestic location, nestled in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck, providing a spectacular view across Swanage Bay and Pevril Point. Many of the rooms and public areas, where you can enjoy a drink, lunch and relax, take advantage of these spectacular views. On summer days the delightful garden is an ideal place to soak-up the sun and also provides direct access to the beach. The Isle of Purbeck is the ideal choice for walkers, water-sport enthusiasts and golfers, furthermore you can visit places of historical interest. Along the coastline the variety of scenery is outstanding with unspoiled beaches, steep white cliffs, interesting bays and old smuggler's coves.

King's Head Hotel - The Kings Head is a 200-year-old hotel on the town square in Wimborne Minster. It has free Wi-Fi internet access, a bar, a good-value restaurant and free guest parking. Poole is 20 minutes' drive away, and Bournemouth and Southampton are a 30-minute drive away. The restaurant serves good-value food all day, and Laing's Bar serves coffee and pastries. The en suite bedrooms have a traditional decor and are furnished to a high standard. The original building dates back to the 1800s, and is decorated with old photographs that detail its history. Large windows, sofas and comfy armchairs create an elegant, traditional ambiance.

Whitehall Hotel - Overlooking Bournemouth's award winning Lower Gardens, this elegant hotel is ideally situated in a tranquil position, yet within easy reach of the bustling town centre. Recently winning the highly coveted 'Bournemouth Tourism's Best Hotel of the Year' award, the Whitehall Hotel is an ideal base from which to explore all the Bournemouth has to offer. A short walk will bring you to the Bournemouth International Centre, Pavilion, shops and seafront.

The Wessex Hotel - Atop the prestigious West Cliff, the 3-star Wessex Hotel offers 109 en suite bedrooms and free car parking. With its town centre location, it is the perfect place to stay for business or pleasure. Please note that from the 1st July 2007 the hotel and bedrooms will be all non-smoking. The recently refurbished bar area is available to tempt you with its dishes or sample afternoon tea and a pre-dinner drink in the comfortable lounges. The hotel leisure club offers indoor/outdoor heated pools, a sauna, steam room, gym and full size snooker table. Corporate guests can make use of the Wi-Fi in the public areas. The Wessex also offers 5 air conditioned conference and banqueting rooms for up to 500 guests. The Wessex is part of Forestdale Hotels. We now have 19 hotels in the UK and one in France.

Russell Hotel - Positioned on the historic Victorian esplanade, with wonderful, uninterrupted views of Weymouth Bay, this hotel offers comfortable accommodation in a prime location. The town centre is just a short walk away and, for an ideal day trip, travel to the Channel Islands with a state-of-the-art hydrofoil which leaves from near the hotel. A generous full traditional English breakfast is included in the price and is served in the hotel's spacious restaurant each morning. In the evening, the comfortable lounge bar is a great place to relax and chat with friends. Live entertainment is provided each evening by a variety of local musicians, while the dance floor allows the more energetic to dance the night away.

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 Ferndown - On the A31 Ringwood Road, just 5 miles (8 km) from Bournemouth Airport, the hotel offers great value, with free parking and spacious, comfortable and modern en suite rooms. The Premier Inn Bournemouth/Ferndown has a convenient location, with Bournemouth beach less than 20 minutes away. The hotel has a 24-hour reception desk and 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. An all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet is available each morning and includes the expected cooked items such as scrambled, fried, poached or boiled eggs, and pork or vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection. The on-site Beefeater restaurant serves freshly cooked char-grilled food.

Cumberland Hotel - After a multimillion-pound investment, the Cumberland Bournemouth has been transformed into one of the most opulent designer hotel's on the UK's south coast. Situated on Bournemouth's prestigious East Cliff, overlooking miles of golden sandy beaches, this stylish establishment resembles one of the wonderful Art Deco hotels of Miami's famous Ocean Drive. The decadent splendour of the 1930s has been carefully combined with today's chic urban style to create the new Cumberland Hotel, an amazing experience in every regard.

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.

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.

Laguna Hotel - Set in its own spacious grounds on the west side of Bournemouth, this family-run hotel is within easy walking distance of the town centre and the pier. You can swim in the fabulous indoor heated swimming pool and enjoy the beautiful, relaxing spa bath and sauna. Alternatively, you could improve your tan in the solarium, or play pool or table tennis in the games room. Children are also catered for, with a designated play area. The hotel has live entertainment on most evenings, as well as beautiful gardens in which guests can relax. Ample private parking is available for guests' use, free of charge. During your stay, you can also take advantage of the lively town centre of Bournemouth, which boasts a host of shops, bars, restaurants and clubs.

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.

The Kings Hotel and Gary Rhodes Brasserie and Bar - In the heart of Christchurch town centre, this boutique-style hotel offers stylish, luxury rooms, tasty full English breakfasts and the King Rhodes Brasserie, linked to Michelin-starred chef Gary Rhodes All room at the Kings Hotel and Gary Rhodes Brasserie & Bar boast luxury Hypnos mattresses, flat-screen TVs, DVD/CD players, iPod docking stations and free internet access. All of the en suite bath or shower rooms have been finished to the highest standards, with power showers and luxury toiletries and bathroom products. On the ground floor, a separate restaurant and bar operates in partnership with Michelin-starred chef, Gary Rhodes and provides superb cuisine in a casual brasserie. Advance reservations are recommended. A full English breakfast is served in the restaurant. Christchurch is only 15 minutes drive from Bournemouth and less from Bournemouth Airport. The New Forest National Park and the beautiful beaches of the Jurassic Coast are within easy reach.

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.

Bourne Hall Hotel - Right in the heart of Bournemouth's West Cliff area, the professionally run Bourne Hall Hotel offers free parking, tasty breakfasts, comfortable en suite rooms and a very warm welcome. Bourne Hall has a convenient, central location, within easy walking distance of the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC), award-winning golden sandy beaches and fantastic shops. Beautifully appointed, each room has modern en suite facilities with either a bath or shower. All rooms have TVs, telephones, hairdryers and tea/coffee. Guests have free access to leisure facilities at the nearby Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel. There are heated pools, a jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and fitness room (access subject to availability - limited number of passes available). Independently owned and run, the charming Bourne Hal Hotel offers a warm welcome and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

Summer Lodge Hotel - Only two and a half hours away from London nestles Summer Lodge, a beautiful Georgian manor house built in 1789. This beautifully restored manor house lies in the heart of Thomas Hardy's Dorset, within 4 acres of private grounds. A host of gardens and historic houses await exploration and glorious coastal walks are only a few miles away. New, unique rooms and suites offer the utmost in luxury and unrivalled views of the surrounding countryside. The acclaimed cuisine, vintage cellar selection and outdoor swimming pool enhance the wonderful hospitality from friendly, thoughtful staff. Afternoon tea is a tradition as is croquet on the lawn... the perfect escape in any season.

Express By Holiday Inn Poole - Located in the centre of Poole, these rooms come with Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Free parking and continental breakfast are included. Express By Holiday Inn Poole is within walking distance of the Dolphin Shopping Centre, Dolphin Swimming, Poole Stadium, Lighthouse Arts Centre, and train and bus stations. Poole Quay is a 15-minute walk away. Within easy reach is 5 miles of sandy beach, including the famous Sandbanks. Sky Sports is shown on plasma screens in the Great Room, where you can relax with dinner or drinks from the bar.

Waterford Lodge - This quiet hotel is a few minutes' walk from Avon Beach and has an award-winning restaurant overlooking a colourful garden. Quiet, spacious bedrooms have refurbished bathrooms and free mineral water. Some rooms have garden views. The lounge and reception areas have free Wi-Fi internet access The popular fine-dining restaurant offers modern cuisine and will cater for all diets. Bar meals and room service are available. Waterford Lodge is 1 mile (1.6 km) from Highcliffe Castle and 2 miles (3.2 km) from Christchurch Priory. Bournemouth Airport is 6 miles (9.7 km) away. There is ample parking on site.

Brooklands Hotel - A warm, friendly welcome awaits you at Brooklands Hotel, only 2 minutes from Bournemouth's award-winning sandy beach. Brooklands is the perfect location for conference delegates, families and couples on short breaks or long holidays. Brooklands Hotel is ideally situated in the heart of the city, right by the Bournemouth International Conference Centre and within 5 minutes walk of Bournemouth's shopping arcades, gardens, theatres and nightlife. The hotel has internet access, a fax service and a wash-and-dry service. Hairdryers and irons are available on request. Check-in is from 14:00 to 21:00. Late arrivals please the contact hotel for alternative arrangements.

Elstead Hotel - Situated in a quiet, tree-lined avenue, the Elstead Classic Hotel is ideally placed for either exploring the shops and pretty gardens of cosmopolitan Bournemouth or the famous sandy beaches. The Elstead, one of the highest rated 3 star hotels in the area, offers superior accommodation, private car parking and an excellent leisure centre. Fifty comfortable en-suite bedrooms of a high standard are well equipped with facilities such as a direct dial telephone with voice mail. The Elstead is children- friendly with excellent large family accommodation and special children's rates, charging only for meals. The superb Nordic Leisure Club at the Elstead offers you the very best of leisure facilities in wooded pine surroundings including a 46' heated pool, spa bath, fitness room, sauna, steam room. Use of the Nordic Leisure Club is free to all hotel guests.

Croydon Hotel - Within easy walking distance of Bournemouth's town centre and the beautiful award-winning beaches, this lovely old Victorian house offers free Wi-Fi and comfortable en suite accommodation. With a good location on Bournemouth's popular west cliff, the Croydon Hotel is close to all that the town has to offer, including Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) and the Pavilion and Pier theatres. Bournemouth's shops, pubs, bars and restaurants are also all within easy reach, as are the nightclubs. There are 10 comfortable and clean en suite rooms, all of which have been recently refurbished or redecorated. All of the rooms have central heating, TVs and tea/coffee making facilities. Some of the rooms at the front of the house have sea views. All guests are given their own key and are free to come and go as they please, accessing the building at any time. A full English breakfast is included in the price.

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.

Hotel Riviera - A very friendly family-run hotel, offering excellent cuisine and comfortable surroundings where quality and standards of service are key. The hotel is situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, with direct access to the cliff tops and views of Bournemouth Bay. Located near the town centre, the pavilion, cinemas, the pier and only a short walk from the Bournemouth International Centre. Guests at Hotel Riviera have free use of leisure facilities, including the swimming pool, at the nearby Marriott Hotel.

Best Western Montague Hotel - On the popular West Cliff, this 3-star hotel is just a few minutes' walk from all that Bournemouth has to offer, including the town centre, beaches, Pavilion and the conference centre (BIC). Whether you are exploring Bournemouth as a tourist, visiting on business or attending a conference, the Best Western Montague Hotel aims to provide all that you need. All of the 31 en suite rooms are well-appointed, with everything you need in a relaxing base. Free wireless internet access is available throughout the hotel. The heated outdoor swimming pool is open from May until October, and you can also sunbathe, take a drink or enjoy al fresco dining around the pool. Free parking is available for guests. The Montague was highly commended in the Daily Echo Bournemouth Tourism Awards for its outstanding customer service. Henleys Restaurant was also highly commended as Restaurant of the Year. The hotel is also one of the AA's top rated 3-star hotels, with a 75% merit score.

Lampeter Hotel - Overlooking the pretty Lower Pleasure Gardens from a quiet cul-de-sac, Lampeter Hotel is a leisurely walk from the popular seafront and town centre. Many of central Bournemouth's sights are a few minutes' walk away, and the hotel has a free private car park. The Beau Monde Bistro and Bar prides itself on its cuisine and is open throughout the day. A number of comfortable, en suite rooms have lovely views. You can overlook the garden from the summer terrace and enjoy the occasional piano playing in evening.