The Croham Hotel - In the West Cliff area, within easy reach of Bournemouth's town centre, the sandy beaches and the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC), this comfortable hotel offers good-value en suite rooms. The Croham Hotel is just one mile (1.6 km) from Bournemouth Railway Station and has easy access to the A35 and the area's major road network. The great location means that the hotel offers easy access to the pavilion, the piers and the theatres. All of the town centre's shops, bars, cafes and restaurants are within easy reach. All of the rooms have either a shower or a bath with shower. Each room has a TV with Freeview digital channels, tea/coffee and a hairdryer. The hotel has a well-stocked bar and a relaxing lounge area. The restaurant offers traditional English cuisine and international classics. A freshly prepared breakfast is served daily. There is a lift serving all of the hotel's upper floors.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Village Hotel Bournemouth and Leisure Club - Village Bournemouth is a stylish hotel with excellent facilities: a modern health club with gym and pool; a great pub and grill restaurant; a Starbucks; and free Wi-Fi internet. The hotel is 1 mile from Pokesdown Rail Station and 2.5 miles (4 km) from Bournemouth International Airport. Its other facilities include free parking, The Hub meeting and conference centre and Healthworks wellness and beauty. Perfect for business or leisure guests, the rooms are air conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV and an exclusive bed. If you stay at Village Bournemouth you have free access to the Health and Fitness Club, where there is a large pool, Technogym equipment, a shop and an aerobics studio.

The Cliffeside Hotel - The Cliffeside hotel is a small & intimate hotel situated in a prime cliff top location, allowing easy access to the zig-zag path that leads to the 7-miles of beautiful Blue Flag beaches. It is an ideal choice for anyone looking for somewhere to enjoy special break. We pride ourselves that while we offer exceptionally high standards of service and cuisine we are still able to maintain a cozy atmosphere.

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.

New Westcliff Hotel - This Bournemouth hotel is within easy walking distance of local attractions. It has live entertainment, a pool, a sauna, a Jacuzzi, and serves tasty cuisine. The Victorian building is quietly located in over an acre of grounds and gardens. The train and bus stations are about 2 miles (3.2 km) from the hotel. New Westcliff Hotel has a private bowling green, a small cinema and a bar and lounge. There is live entertainment 4 to 5 nights a week in the air-conditioned ballroom. The lift serves all floors.

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.

Norfolk Royale Hotel - Set in the heart of Bournemouth, this hotel's restored Edwardian grandeur is welcoming and inviting, and its gardens are an oasis for relaxation. This haven of warmth, charm and sophistication is bordered by fragrant and attractive gardens. The friendly service will ensure your stay will be recalled with fondness. Within the hotel, you can make good use of the glass-domed leisure pool and jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. Breakfast and lunch are served amid the light and airy conservatory style of Echoes Restaurant; transformed by candlelight at night to create a warm and intimate atmosphere.

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.

Louisa Lodge and Purbeck House Hotel - Nestled amid extensive gardens in central Swanage, less than 300 metres from the seafront, this hotel combines traditional country house atmosphere with modern amenities. All of the en suite accommodation offers either sea or garden views, and is divided between the main Purbeck House (constructed in 1875) and the recently built Louisa Lodge, which sits mere metres away. Occupying 3.5 acres of land, the grounds and site buildings incorporate many artifacts acquired from London by George Burt, one of the founders of the Mowlem construction company and the house's creator. With a large car park, and both a restaurant and bar in the main house, this is an excellent base from which to explore Swanage and the sights of the Jurassic Coast, with Bournemouth just 24 km (15 miles) away.

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.

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.

The Roundhouse - A short walk from East Cliff beach, this circular shaped hotel is easily accessible by road and less than 1 km from the central rail and bus stations. Aptly named for its inventive design, The Roundhouse Hotel is enhanced by its extended and refurbished public areas. On the open plan ground floor you'll find the specially created Wave Caf? Bar and terrace, providing an informal and relaxing venue with its floor to ceiling glass doors, opening onto the terrace. Adjacent you'll find the Wave Restaurant & Carvery, again with floor to ceiling doors that opening out onto a private deck, for an informal al fresco dining experience. A popular conference and banqueting venue, The Roundhouse is a 10-minute drive from Bournemouth Airport and benefits both from free Wi-Fi access and free private covered parking, with ample space for all guests.

De Vere Royal Bath Hotel - The Royal Bath in Bournemouth embodies the finest traditions of first class comfort and hospitality. Nestling in secluded grounds with outstanding views across the bay, this classically styled hotel is one of a kind. Conveniently situated in the centre of Bournemouth town the Royal Bath is an ideal place to relax and unwind. To the rear of the hotel lies Bournemouth Bay with its highly rated beaches offering the opportunity to walk along its lovely promenade taking in the sea air. Both of the hotel's restaurants are renowned for their mouthwatering cuisine, and guests can relax and unwind in the well-equipped Leisure Pavilion which includes a swimming pool, spa bath, sauna and small gym. There is something for everyone to enjoy in Bournemouth, the South Coast's most sophisticated resort.

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.

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.

Premier Inn Christchurch East - This Premier Inn is on a bus route for Christchurch town centre (around 1 mile/1.6 km) and Bournemouth. Expect en suite rooms and an on-site Beefeater restaurant for freshly char-grilled food. The Premier Inn Christchurch East hotel is well placed for the locally famous Priory Church, Highcliffe Castle, New Forest and local beaches. 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.

The Orchid Hotel - The Orchid Hotel is located on East Cliff in Bournemouth, just a short distance from the city centre. We are only minutes away from the 7 miles of sandy beaches. Our hotel has been approved by the BQS (Bournemouth Quality Standards) and we are members of the BAHA, the Bournemouth Area Hospitality Association. The hotel is equipped with 3 to 4 star modern facilities and each room has an en-suite bathroom, colour TV, telephone, a trouser press and tea and coffee making facilities. Hotel facilities include a bar, breakfast room, a fax and photocopying service, laundry facilities, a night porter and parking.

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 Fairmount Hotel - With a great location, right in the heart of Bournemouth, this charming, family-run hotel offers clean, comfortable accommodation; free parking; free wireless internet access and great value for money. The Fairmount Hotel is situated on Bournemouth's West Cliff, just a short walk from all that this lovely seaside town has to offer. The glorious sandy beach is one minutes' walk away, as is the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC), which regularly hosts conferences, exhibitions, concerts, entertainment and events. All of the restaurants, shops, bars and clubs of the town centre are less than 5 minutes' walk away. The hotel has 22 individually decorated rooms. Free wireless internet is available throughout the building. There is a large free car park for guests and coaches can be accommodated by prior arrangement. All are welcome: conference delegates, families, groups of friends, singles, sporting and leisure groups and contractors. The Fairmount Hotel is run by your hosts, Maryann and Michael, who pride themselves on providing a warm, friendly welcome and a comfortable, relaxing atmosphere.

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

Hotel Collingwood - Just a short walk from the beach, Bournemouth International Centre and the cosmopolitan town centre, the hotel offers comfortable accommodation and great relaxation and leisure facilities. The Hotel Collingwood has 53 en suite rooms, all of which are comfortable and well equipped, with telephones, tea/coffee making facilities and TVs with digital Freeview channels. The hotel has lift access to all floors and ample free parking for up to 70 cars. After a day of sightseeing or shopping, relax and unwind by taking advantage of the hotel's exclusive leisure facilities. There is a heated indoor pool and a jacuzzi spa, with spacious and tranquil surroundings. The hotel also boasts a fitness suite with free weights, a stair-climbing machine, a rowing machine and an exercise bike. The steam room and sauna leave you feeling relaxed and revitalised.

Best Western Kings Arms Hotel - A well-known local landmark in the centre of Dorchester, The Best Western Kings Arms has excellent rooms with en suite bathrooms. The Best Western Kings Arms Hotel was built in 1720 and has many interesting and classical Georgian features. Many monarchs have stayed at the hotel, including Queen Victoria and King George IV. More recently, the Beatles and Rolling Stones were guests! The Best Western Kings Arms has totally non-smoking standard and superior bedrooms, 2 conference rooms and a bar.

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.

Kiwi Hotel - This friendly hotel has an excellent location 100 metres from the seafront and a 5-minute stroll from the town centre and Bournemouth International Centre. The family-run Kiwi Hotel serves good food and has comfy, good-value rooms. Entertainment is available in the summer season, and there is a function suite for events. No single-sex groups and no stags or hen parties.