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The Connaught Lodge

4.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, 8-minute walk to Bournemouth Beach

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BBQ/picnic Area
Indoor pool
Exterior
2 bars/lounges
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec

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32 West Hill Road, Bournemouth, England, BH2 5PH
  • Place, Bournemouth Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bournemouth International Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(69 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 13 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Renovated in 2013
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 13 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

About the area

Bournemouth

The Connaught Lodge places you in the centre of Bournemouth, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Bournemouth International Centre and Bournemouth Beach. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a full-service spa and a restaurant. .A relaxing day at Bluewater Spa can include hot stone massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. The brasserie, Blakes Brasserie, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. The Gin Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with breakfast and brunch. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym, Hot tub and sauna. 689 square feet (64 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Bournemouth City Centre hotel include New Forest National Park and Poole Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Bournemouth Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bournemouth International Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Oceanarium - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bournemouth Pier - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Branksome Station - 8 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brewhouse & Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Old Harry Rocks Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ojo Rojo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie Blanc - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Smokin' Aces - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Connaught Lodge

Hotel with a full-service spa, 8-minute walk to Bournemouth Beach
The Connaught Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and Access to hot tub. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 689 square feet (64 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A fitness centre, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the business-friendly The Connaught Lodge. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Bournemouth hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • 689 sq ft of conference space
  • 64 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1906
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Connaught Lodge offers 26 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 12 per night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 to 17.50 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Blakes Brasserie
  • The Gin Bar

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (689 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1906
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 3 2025 to November 3 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 22 September to 23 September:
  • Dining venue
The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 to 17.50 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 12 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Connaught Bournemouth
Connaught Lodge
Connaught Lodge Bournemouth
The Connaught Lodge Hotel
The Connaught Lodge Bournemouth
The Connaught Lodge Hotel Bournemouth

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Connaught Lodge?

The Connaught Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Connaught Lodge?

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Connaught Lodge on 14 Dec 2025 start from NZ$137.43, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Connaught Lodge?

Yep, The Connaught Lodge has a self car park for GBP 12 per night.

Are there any beaches close to The Connaught Lodge?

Yep, The Connaught Lodge is a short 8-minute walk from Bournemouth Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at The Connaught Lodge?

Yep, Bluewater Spa is available for guests. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as Swedish massages.

Does The Connaught Lodge have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! The Connaught Lodge has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at The Connaught Lodge?

The Connaught Lodge features a full-service spa, an indoor pool and 2 bars. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes The Connaught Lodge a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and al fresco dining, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Connaught Lodge.

Does The Connaught Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, guests love the buffet breakfast here! Offered on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Connaught Lodge?

No, The Connaught Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Connaught Lodge?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Connaught Lodge's onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine.The dining venue is closed on Sunday. The dining venue will be unavailable from November 3 2025 to November 3 2025 (dates subject to change). The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from September 22 until September 23.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Connaught Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Connaught Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Connaught Lodge?

There isn't one on site, but Meyrick Park Golf Course is a short 20-minute walk away.

Reviews

The Connaught Lodge Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 312 out of 821 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 821 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 821 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 821 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 821 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tiia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely staff, clean rooms and convenient location. Great basic gym and the spa facilities were an added luxury. The only negative was the breakfast - the toaster was set on so hing it burned the toast in one round and the healthy fresh options were non-exixtent. The breakfast is not worth paying for for any plant-based people.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

D

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not great. Uncomfortable.

The sheets were uncomfortable, the pillows were old and really bad, and even when I received two additional ones, they were really uncomfortable. The internet worked intermittently. Very disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and spa facilities. Would come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Blerta

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The hotel has good location ,near to beach and town centre close to shops and restaurants .Also used the other facilities including on our reservation such as indoor pool and sauna.The room was small not very much clean but okay for 2 nights.Also breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

m

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location for beach and town. Good breakfast and lovely pool. Disappointed that steam room was not working and jacuzzi was half working. Room was pleasant but tight to get around the bed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathan

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Please understand I am not the type of person to usually complain and often shy away from saying something, however, in this case I simply have to so future guests have the details they need. I paid just over £80 for this booking and would be inclined to never use Expedia again based on this cost for such a poor hotel. The hotel floor was filthy with toxic green stains on the carpet. Room 238 if you wish to check. The bath didn’t hold water. The shower water pressure was beyond pointless. The staff were friendly on reception but I believe this was the only person working as there was nobody manning the bar, to the point I gave up waiting and left, even after asking someone nobody came. The spa was ok, but the smell in the gents changing rooms was incredible, and not in a good way. I couldn’t and wouldn’t ever shower in there!! It was foul!! Overall I would say this was on par with a £25 a night hostel type and I genuinely feel mid-sold based on the very good grading by Expedia and the price paid. Unless this is corrected, I don’t believe I’d trust this site going forwards. Many thanks for your time and I appreciate this isn’t a good review. But it is a very honest one. Andy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was really nice we will definitely be coming back . The pool and gym was really nice our room was great we had everything we needed , staff were friendly and helpful . Area was just right as it was only a short walk to town and beach. There was nothing we didn’t like really, we will be coming back 👍.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent size room

Decent size room, the lodge is looking somewhat dated on the outside but inside it is clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel close to the beach

We had a lovely 4 night stay. Staff were very friendly, polite and knowledgeable of the area. Situated near the beach, it was about 2 min walk to the beach and another 5 mins to the pier. We used the pool and facilities which were nice and clean. Breakfast was lovely and staff quick and attentive to clear dishes away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and bed were comfortable and I skept well. The food options on the menu were varied and good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ankit

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Connaught lodge

Just a couple of niggles. Wifi didn't work in hotel or lodge. When changing the room, forgot to give me a clean towel. No information about what to do in Bournemouth - might had helped
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Miss

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Colin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible. Room was much too small. Bathroom was tiny ( I could have had a S**t and a shave at the same time) Pictures shown are not of the rooms in Connaught Lodge So bad I left after one night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful reception areas with comfortable seating. Very welcoming. Walkable to the prom and through the Bournemouth park and back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

It’s functional and ok

I was here for one night in a single room in the lodge. The room was on the top floor at the front of the lodge. The bathroom facilities are tiny, but functional. The door to the room let in a lot of light from the hallway, meaning I had to place a towel at the bottom of the door to be able to sleep. Air con was great though, with a nice quiet setting for night time. I used the pool first thing, which was busy with other early risers but beware! It’s about 20 degrees c! In the end I used the showers in the changing room because it looked cleaner than the room, albeit a push tap so took ages to rinse. I had a meal the night before, it was nice but a very hearty portion of pasta with roasted tomato and burrata: I couldn’t finish it Parking was questionable - some of the spaces are very narrow; thankfully an event was loading up when I got there and they helped me reverse into a space - without them I think I would have struggled. Definitely not a place for a mini break, but for work, it’ll do.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Erdil

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The lodge is very dated,the room was rather grubby ,windows and curtains on the dirty side,limited dining menu,charged £10 a day to use car park,twice I mentioned residents in the flats opposite were using car park but nothing happened,would I stay there again,probably not..
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025