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The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive

Property class: 4

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A spacious lobby with a patterned floor, a central seating area, and a view through a glass door to another room.
A bar area with a wine rack, bar stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A glass door with a decorative sign reading "Bar @ No 18".
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a chandelier.
A two-story building with a sign reading 'The King's Arms Hotel.'

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Explore the area

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18 Castle Street, Christchurch, England, BH23 1DT
  • Place, Christchurch Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Regent Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Christchurch Priory
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Cozy Room)

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a small stool, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (Cozy Room)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a blue sofa, and large windows with blinds.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed, View)

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a round mirror, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed, View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a chair, and a small table.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

A hotel room with two beds, a small round table, a vintage armchair, and two bedside lamps.

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (View)

A modern bathroom with a freestanding sink, toilet, and a glass-enclosed shower area.

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Christchurch

The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive places you steps from Regent Centre and within a short 5-minute stroll of Christchurch Priory. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Eighteen Restaurant & Bar, is open for lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Christchurch hotel include New Forest National Park and Bournemouth International Centre.

What's nearby

  • Christchurch Castle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Regent Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Christchurch Priory - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Stanpit Marsh - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Prototype Bailey Bridge - 32 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Station - 12 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dragon Palace II - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Ship - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Masala Bay - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Meram Kitchen - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive also features concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This 4-star Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers, designer toiletries and hairdryers. This Christchurch hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 16.95 for adults and GBP 9.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Eighteen Restaurant & Bar

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 16.95 for adults and from GBP 9.95 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Kings Arms Hotel Christchurch
Kings Arms Christchurch
The Kings Arms Hotel
The Kings Arms Christchurch
The Kings Arms Hotel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive?

Yep, The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive?

As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive on 30 Nov 2026 start from NZ$161, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive?

The closest beach to The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive is Bournemouth Beach (7.3 km).

Does The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive?

No, The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive?

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

Are pets allowed at The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Kings Arms, WorldHotels Distinctive Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 438 out of 611 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 611 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 611 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 611 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 611 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Had a lovely 2 night stay. Very helpful staff and lovely room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Exceptional stay, clean, fresh and tidy the room was well appointed and bed comfortable. Staff were all helpful courteous and genuine in their wish to assist. A gem of a place would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Comfortable and convenient; bed was very comfortable; food in the restaurant good value; staff helpful and friendly. Only downside is limited parking; if you lose your car parking space to go out, you risk having to pay for parking in the town overnight.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Brilliant stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, very comfortable bed and nice view. Staff were friendly and always helpful. The restaurant catered excellently for gluten free. Can't fault our stay at this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay here The staff are so friendly and helpful Food is excellent rooms clean and fresh and the entertainment was first class
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is wonderful, rooms spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Staff were very pleasant, welcoming and helpful. Room was large, comfortable and well presented, breakfasts were very good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel location is fantastic, close to shops and restaurants which are fab. 20mins drive from the beach. Hotel itself was amazing. Immaculately clean. Staff are super friendly, the breakfast in the restaurant was delicious. I can not recommend this place enough. I will definitely be going back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a great time at The King's Arms. This is our third stay over the year. Location is so good, close to everything you will want to see and do. Staff on check in, Resturant and bar lovely, very helpful with information that you may need. Breakfast choice is really good. We didn't eat at the Resturant in the evening but will do next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent refurbished hotel. Chic design , very clean . Definitely would recommend to others
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous stay at the hotel. Charmane and the team made us so welcome. The restaurant served wonderful food. The rooms were clean and inviting. We couldn't have asked for more
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel is perfect in every aspect. We have returned here many times and the high standards of service, cleanliness and facilities never falter.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay in a spacious and clean quiet room with modern decor and A/C. Very helpful staff and early check-in was possible and appreciated. Dinner at the adjacent Eighteen restaurant was nice and with the discount for hotel residents was good value. The hotel is well located to walk around the historic sites and harbourside of Christchurch, very pleasant. There is a bay of parking spaces opposite the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved it. Wonderful hotel in Christchurch. Staff were very helpful and we really liked the bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Central location close to bars and restaurants. Character property looking over the ancient priory and church.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Lovely hotel in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Great location, welcoming staff, tastefully decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment you enter the Kings Arms you are made welcome by the excellent staff, who are genuinely interested in making your stay as good as possible. Our room for two adults and two children (4 & 8) was perfect, with the sofa-bed made up for the kids. The room was extremely comfortable with an excellent bed, air-con that worked well, a spacious bathroom with tub and shower, a fridge, tea and coffee making facilities and biscuits. The breakfasts were amazing and again the serving staff were extremely helpful and friendly. What a wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A lovely hotel in the heart of Christchurch. We had a Classic King room which was clean, with a comfy bed. The staff were very helpful and the breakfast great. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice room as were the bar and restaurant. Parking wasn't a problem and located within easy walking distance of the town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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An amazing hotel made even better by the 5 star staff. So helpful and friendly. We had breakfast and an evening meal and both were just perfect. Our room had lovely aircon, which was really appreciated. I would recommend the Kings Arms to anyone wanting to go somewhere for a treat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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My stay was great, hotel really nice, staff very friendly and helpful. Room very clean, bed very comfortable, breakfast very tasty and lots of choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely place, room was incredible and the food was amazing. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026