In the heart of Bournemouth City Centre, Balmoral Hotel offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. With its beautiful garden, coffee shop/cafe, and bar, guests can unwind in style. Previous guests have appreciated the hotel's central location near Bournemouth Beach.
Bournemouth International Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Bournemouth Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Oceanarium - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Bournemouth Pier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 17 min drive
Southampton (SOU) - 46 min drive
Branksome Station - 8 min drive
Parkstone Station - 13 min drive
Bournemouth Station - 29 min walk
Restaurants
Bar So - 4 min walk
Brasserie Blanc - Bournemouth - 1 min walk
The Hop Inn - 2 min walk
WestBeach - 6 min walk
Sixty Million Postcards - 5 min walk
About this property
Balmoral Hotel
Balmoral Hotel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Bournemouth International Centre and Bournemouth Beach. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Poole Harbour and Bournemouth Pier are within a short drive.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
30 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Golfing nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Freshen up
Towels
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12.00 per person
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, JCB International
Also known as
Balmoral Bournemouth
Balmoral Hotel Bournemouth
Balmoral Hotel Hotel
Balmoral Hotel Bournemouth
Balmoral Hotel Hotel Bournemouth
Frequently asked questions
Does Balmoral Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Balmoral Hotel 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Balmoral Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Balmoral Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Balmoral Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Balmoral Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (10-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Balmoral Hotel and nearby?
Balmoral Hotel has a garden.
What's the area around Balmoral Hotel like?
Balmoral Hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Bournemouth International Centre and 7 minutes' walk from Bournemouth Beach.
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Balmoral Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2025
Dave is fab
It was fantastic, can’t wait to come back
Holly
Holly, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Very conveniently located clise to the International Centre. 5 min walk. Secure car park at the rear of the property which is an added bonus in Bournemouth. The staff member- Stash was polite and friendly. The room- 33 was clean, large and comfortable. Great view of the sea and pier. You are provided with towels and toiletries. There is also tea and coffee in the room. A great stay.
catherine
catherine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2023
Plenty of parking, comfortable rooms, close to the beach with sea views, and very welcoming and friendly service!
L
L, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2024
A nice quiet hotel with sea views and 2 minute walk to the pier. Staff are all very friendly and welcoming. Would happily stay here again.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2023
Great value for money and friendly staff
RUPEN MOHANBHAI
RUPEN MOHANBHAI, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2025
A lovely hotel, it doesn't look like much from the outside but the room we were in was very nice, high ceilings, a view of the water and the main pier from the bed, furniture in a pleasant classic style complemented the room. The bathroom was standard and clean. In the evening it was lovely to sit in the armchairs with a view. I highly recommend it.
Alina
Alina, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 6, 2023
Hotel is a little basic but very clean and almost too warm! Dave the manager was incredibly welcoming and helpful.
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2023
Amazing
Dave and Karen very friendly on arrival. Lovely room with a sea view. Bottle of wine provided as it was my wife’s birthday - nice gesture. Overall lovely place to stay with exceptional staff.
Simon
Simon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2023
Highly recommended
We had a very enjoyable stay at the Balmoral hotel.
We were welcomed by Dave who couldn’t do enough to make sure we enjoyed our stay.
Our room had been refurbished to a good standard and we had everything we needed.
The central position this hotel is excellent and the car parking was a added bonus.
Ann
Ann, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 2, 2024
Does the job for a night.
The bed wasn't the comfiest or cleanest. Parking was awkward as you had to ask at reception to be let in/out. Fine for a night if you are out drinking. Close to everything but the hill to walk up is a killer.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
I stayed at the Balmoral Hotel whilst attending an all-day event at the BIC. The location could not be more convenient, just a 4 minute walk away, which I really appreciated, as I was able to pop back during the day.
The hotel rooms are basic and my single room was quite small, however, it was clean and functional, which was all I needed, with a lovely view of the sea.
The owner of the hotel, Dave, could not have been more helpful or accommodating - nothing was too much trouble - and I particularly enjoyed my chat with him about succulent plants! He went above and beyond to ensure I enjoyed my stay there.
I would definitely stay at the Balmoral again if I was to attend another event at the BIC.
Jayne
Jayne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 1, 2025
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2024
JOHN
JOHN, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2024
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Erica
Erica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2024
Jill
Jill, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2023
Imogen
Imogen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2020
Lovely room with sea view
Room 30 is lovely with views of the sea and has a huge bathroom. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The hotel is really close to Bournemouth pier. The car park offers ample spaces. The rest of the hotel is a bit dated and work is underway to bring it up to date.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 23, 2019
Staff friendly and hotel clean but overall very dark and old fashioned
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2019
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 1, 2019
Great stay at the Balmoral
Great location for beach access, clean room but bathroom in need of update. Very friendly service, friendly staff.
Antonio
Antonio, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 29, 2019
Comfortable, clean room. Ample car parking. Fulfilled our requirements.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2019
It is a beautiful hotel very close to the sea and all the main attractions.
Also the owners Margret and Denise along with their front of house Karen were so friendly and professional.
We will definitely be going back!!!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 24, 2019
Karin Pedersen ten
Karin Pedersen ten, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 15, 2019
Tracey
Tracey, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 3, 2019
Happy hotel
The ladies that run the hotel are lovely and couldn't do enough, our room was one of the older not yet renevated rooms but it was comfortable and clean. In areas such as corridors it is a little run down but don't let that put you off, the location is good and parking great. Breakfast had a good choice and well cooked. We would stay again.