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.

Sandbanks Hotel - One of the only hotels in the country with direct access to a Blue Flag beach, this modern hotel provides spectacular views over the famous Sandbanks. During your stay you can choose to dine in the Seaview restaurant or the stylish AA Red Rosette Awarded Sandbanks Brasserie; both have panoramic sea views from most tables. During the warmer months you can unwind with a drink on the terrace, on the water's edge, watching the setting sun. Sandbanks Hotel also provides excellent facilities for families, and during the school holidays and special Family Breaks, the hotel even has a children's restaurant so Mum and Dad can get some time to themselves. Together with seasonal children's entertainment and the hotel's proximity to the beach, family facilities couldn't be better.

Kingsley Hotel - This refurbished, non-smoking hotel is a short stroll away from the extensive sandy beaches, cliff top gardens and local bus service. The pier, the shopping centre and Chine Gardens are within walking distance of the hotel which has a peaceful location within the Boscombe Manor area of Bournemouth. Tastefully decorated and comfortable en suite rooms are all equipped with colour TVs, alarm clock/radios, hairdryers and hot-drink making facilities. The room rate includes a full English breakfast.

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.

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 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.

Premier Inn Bournemouth Central - Opposite the Pavilion Theatre, this converted 1930s Art Deco building is decorated to a very high standard. It is a short walk from Bournemouth Pier, the BIC and nightlife. Premier Inn Bournemouth Central has a lavish restaurant, lounge and bar, and some of its rooms have sea views. It is an ideal conference venue and is 7 miles (11.3 km) from Bournemouth Airport. Some rooms at 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.

Denewood Hotel - Ideally situated to take advantage of the Bournemouth beaches which are only 500 yards away. Also ideally situated for flights to and from Bournemouth Airport with Ryanair, Thompson Fly, Palm Air & Easyjet. Denewood is a smart, family-run hotel with competitive rates. Ideally situated to take advantage of the Bournemouth Beaches, pier, popular Boscombe shopping center and the famous Opera House Night Club. The hotel has situated within itself a complete Health and Beauty salon catering for men and women. For the business traveller, there is a complete set of office facilities available to the business guest. Here at the Denewood Hotel we like to make our guests feel welcome and provide a friendly atmosphere for them to relax in.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Royal Exeter Hotel - The Royal Exeter Hotel is an ideal base for exploring Bournemouth and Dorset's delightful countryside. Bournemouth's beaches, the pier, promenade, shops and Bournemouth International Centre are just a short walk away. Hotel guests can also take advantage of our leisure suite, which includes a sauna and gymnasium. The Royal Exeter Hotel offers 54 comfortable bedrooms, tastefully decorated and all with en suite facilities. Rooms are available in a variety of configurations (including family rooms), and guests can choose from either contemporary or more traditional d?cor.

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.

Premier Inn Poole North - Just 2.5 miles (4 km) from the very heart of Poole's town centre and only 7 miles (11.3 km) from Bournemouth, the hotel offers comfortable, great-value, modern rooms and free parking. The Premier Inn Poole North has a convenient location with good access to the area's major roads. Poole Railway Station is just 2.5 miles (4 km), with trains running regularly to Bournemouth, London Waterloo and Weymouth. The New Forest and the region's award-winning beaches are within easy reach. 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 buffet breakfast is available each morning and includes scrambled, fried, poached or boiled eggs, and pork or vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection. The on-site restaurant offers good food and drink at great-value prices.

The Belvedere Hotel - This city centre hotel is a few minutes' walk from the shops, beaches, theatres and nightlife. There is a large on-site car park, indoor heated pool, hot tub, sauna and fitness room, solely for guest use, and free of charge. The stylish restaurant serves a selection of delicious English and continental dishes, while the informal bar offers entertainment 3 times a week. The hotel has a night porter on duty to serve after hours. All rooms are en suite, featuring the facilities listed in the room descriptions as well as welcome trays and electronic locks. There are lifts to all floors. Function rooms are available for private dinners, parties and meetings at very reasonable prices.

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.

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.

Woodcroft Hotel - A relaxed atmosphere awaits you in the comfortable surroundings of this family owned 40 bedroomed hotel. Set peacefully on the East Cliff in an acre of lawned gardens, with a large car park, it makes for an ideal stay. With the cliff top & zigzag path leading to the beach, town centre & BIC only a few minutes walk away. Why not see for yourself why our guests return again and again!! The majority of rooms are accessible by the lift & we have a ground floor room which is suitable for wheelchair users. If you want to treat yourself in style we have the 'Woodcroft Suite', with lounge, bedroom with queen size bed, Jacuzzi bath & mini-bar. The recently refurbished bar has doors leading onto the patio for drinks & bar lunches. There is a separate quiet & relaxing lounge, the ideal place for morning coffee or afternoon tea.

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.

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.

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.

Wessex Royale Hotel - The Wessex Royale is a delightful Georgian hotel with an excellent location in the centre of Dorchester. It has free Wi-Fi and an ? la carte restaurant with an RAC Rosette. All rooms have premium digital TV channels, free Wi-Fi and modern en suite bathrooms with a bath and power shower. The Wessex Royale is ideal for a relaxing break. The hotel was built in 1756 and its classic features include fireplaces, panelling and a magnificent grand staircase. The restaurant is fully refurbished and air conditioned. It is open each evening and serves traditional and exciting new dishes and several wines. The superb residents' lounge has comfortable chairs, a warm and cosy fire and drinks.

Carrington House Hotel - With a convenient location and easy access to the region's major roads, this 3-star hotel offers great facilities and comfortable accommodation in 145 well-appointed, en suite rooms. Just outside Bournemouth's main town centre, the hotel's close proximity to the A338 makes it a convenient base, whatever your reason for visiting the area. All that this lively seaside resort has to offer is within easy reach, including all of the town's shops and the beaches. Corporate guests can use the hotel's business work station and Wi-Fi wireless internet access is available in all of the public areas at an additional cost. The Carrington House Hotel is Bournemouth's largest conference and banqueting hotel, with a choice of air conditioned rooms for up to 600 guests. The other great facilities include a heated indoor swimming pool, children's play areas and Mortimer's restaurant. The Carrington House is part of the Forestdale Group.

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.

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.

Burley Court Hotel - Conveniently situated on the Bath Road, with a large car park and entrance with all amenities on the level. Within easy walking distance of restaurants and night life, the shopping centre, the pier and beaches. This independently owned 3 star hotel has been run by the same family for nearly 50 years and continues to provide the same excellent standards of service. Our team of staff are courteous, friendly and always willing to help when needed, with a night porter also available. The lounge and bar adapt well to formal or informal occasions. Furnished for your comfort with a light and airy atmosphere, it's an ideal venue for refreshments and light lunches. We have an attractive, seasonally heated, outdoor swimming pool where an alfresco lunch can be enjoyed by the poolside or, for indoor entertainment, a games room is provided. Now a completely smoke free establishment

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.