The Connaught Lodge in Bournemouth City Centre offers a luxurious escape with its daily manager's reception, coffee shop/cafe, and Bluewater Spa. Unwind at the indoor pool or enjoy al fresco dining at Blakes Brasserie - guests rave about the breakfast, pool, and helpful staff.
Bournemouth International Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Bournemouth Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Oceanarium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Bournemouth Pier - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 14 min drive
Southampton (SOU) - 42 min drive
Branksome Station - 8 min drive
Bournemouth Station - 9 min drive
Pokesdown for Boscombe Station - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Brasserie Blanc - Bournemouth - 3 min walk
Caffè Nero - 6 min walk
Brewhouse & Kitchen - 5 min walk
Pasa Too - 4 min walk
The Hop Inn - 1 min walk
About this property
The Connaught Lodge
When you stay at The Connaught Lodge, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Bournemouth International Centre and Bournemouth Beach. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in hot stone massages, body wraps or facials, and local cuisine is served at Blakes Brasserie, which is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, an indoor pool and a fitness centre. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English, French, Italian, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
26 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site self-parking (GBP 10 per night)
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag or hen parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Free daily reception
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Beach nearby
Bike rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference centre (689 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1906
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
Fitness centre
An indoor pool
Full-service spa
Hot tub
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Bluewater Spa has 4 treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.
The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Dining
Blakes Brasserie – Overlooking the garden, this brasserie specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.
The Gin Bar – This bar specialises in British cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17.50 to 17.50 per person
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 February to 6 February:
Dining venue
Parking
Self-parking costs GBP 10 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Connaught Lodge Bournemouth
Connaught Lodge
Connaught Bournemouth
The Connaught Lodge Hotel
The Connaught Lodge Bournemouth
The Connaught Lodge Hotel Bournemouth
Frequently asked questions
Does The Connaught Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Connaught Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Connaught Lodge?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Connaught Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Connaught Lodge?
Yes. Self-parking costs GBP 10 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Connaught Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at The Connaught Lodge?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (12-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Connaught Lodge and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, boat tours and hiking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. The Connaught Lodge also has 2 bars, an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a steam room and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Connaught Lodge?
Yes, Blakes Brasserie offers al fresco dining, local cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around The Connaught Lodge like?
The Connaught Lodge is in Bournemouth City Centre, a short 7-minute walk from Bournemouth International Centre and 9 minutes' walk from Bournemouth Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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The Connaught Lodge Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
6 March 2025
Great location and value for money
Good value stay - spa facilities very good. Good location and parking. Service timely and no issues at all.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 March 2025
Good hotel
Good comfortable hotel. Parking very tight, narrow spaces and limited. Strange buzzing noise intermittently outside our room. Walking distance to the centre and sea.
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 March 2025
Enjoyable stay
Enjoyable stay, lovely to have the pool and spa. Breakfast was good too. The bed was comfortable but the pillows were very flat. The bathroom was huge but the limescale in the sink was a bit off putting. Staff all very friendly.
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 February 2025
Enjoyed the spa
Room was spacious and nicely presented.
Highlight was the spa facilities available to guests.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 December 2024
Well placed hotel for a stay in Bournemouth
Darryl
Darryl, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 January 2025
1 night stay
Had a very good 1 night stay. Hotel is good value for money....needs refurbishment and an update in corridors and rooms but really nice pool facility and very goid breakfast, especially buffet full English.
Mike
Mike, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
23 February 2025
Bed was comfy, room was dirty dust everywhere hairs all over the bathroom sink, no phone in room, no iron, no soap in bathroom to was hands walls quite thin so could hear people in the rooms near byhowever overall noise of the hotel was quiet.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 October 2024
Lovely hotel good breakfast
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 December 2024
EV charger on site, car parking space a little small, but managed, staff were very friendly and helpful
Carol
Carol, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 November 2024
Amazing place and location
Kwame
Kwame, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 October 2024
Good amount of parking, great staff, nicely kept room, convenient location to the coast and town centre.
James
James, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 August 2024
Nice staff and amazing breakfast !
Stuart
Stuart, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 November 2024
The room was very hot, but luckily we could open the windows. Hot tub and pool were nice. Good location.
Jaime
Jaime, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 September 2024
Good location and value for money
glenn
glenn, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
13 November 2024
Walkable from city centre and waterfront
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 July 2024
Very pleasant stay with a variety of thing to do and relax.
l
l, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 September 2024
Great hotel
For our short two night stay this hotel was perfect. It is well located, has ample parking and the staff are friendly and efficient. We would certainly stay again on our next visit.
Tracy
Tracy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 June 2024
Great location, will definitely stay here again when I next visit Bournemouth.
Benjamin
Benjamin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 November 2024
We stayed at this hotel for our daughters graduation. All the rooms were clean and tidy with plent of space. We will definitely look to book aga8n when staying in Bournemouth.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 October 2024
Weekend stay at Connaught Lodge
Stayed in a standard room in The Lodge. Really good size room, comfy bed and large bathroom.
Really short walk to main hotel and facilities.
Great inclusive breakfast, with friendly and attentive staff.
We really enjoyed our stayed so extended by another night.
Alice
Alice, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 August 2024
A good place to stay 👍
A very good hotel very comfortable good location. The room was clean and staff very friendly. The breakfast was very good andvthe shower was excellent.
David
David, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 May 2024
Very enjoyable stay, great price for accommodation and spa.,
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 September 2024
Very good with cheerful staff
Howard
Howard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 September 2024
The hotel is in a great location with good facilities and lovely friendly/helpful staff. We stayed in the lodge which was clean and comfortable but could do with a bit of modernisation.
Dave
Dave, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 August 2024
The room was lovely and big, with room service if required.